Trail races in Andalusia — October 2026
Andalusia offers spectacular trail running terrain, from the peaks of Sierra Nevada to the trails of Serranía de Ronda and the coast.
11 races scheduled
Season essentials
Gear up for autumn
Grippy shoes, a headlamp and technical clothing for short days and wet ground.
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For your vertical km
Poles, grippy shoes and a light vest for a 1,000 m climb.
#1 · Best OverallBlack Diamond Distance Carbon ZView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)- #2 · Best OverallSalomon Sense Ride 5View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
#3 · Best OverallSalomon ADV Skin 12 SetView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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For a short race
Shoes, socks and sun protection: just what you need to run fast.
- #1 · Best OverallSalomon Sense Ride 5View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
#2 · Best OverallCompressport Pro Racing Socks V3.0 TrailView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
#3 · Best OverallISDIN Fusion Water Sunscreen SPF 50+View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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For a mid-distance race
Shoes, vest and hydration for 21-42 km without suffering.
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#3 · Best Gel OverallMaurten Gel 100View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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For a long race
Vest, headlamp and nutrition for all those hours in the mountains.
- #1 · Best OverallSalomon ADV Skin 12 SetView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #2 · Best OverallPetzl Iko CoreView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #3 · Best Gel OverallMaurten Gel 100View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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For your ultra
A watch with battery to spare, a powerful headlamp and poles: the gear that can't fail.
#1 · Best OverallCoros Pace 3View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)- #2 · Best OverallPetzl Iko CoreView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #3 · Best OverallBlack Diamond Distance Carbon ZView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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11
Backyard MGI Ronda
Ronda, Málaga · Andalusia
6.7 kmElite
II CxM Villa de Félix
Félix · Andalusia
22 · 14 · 8 kmIntermediate
La Desértica
Almería · Andalusia
71 kmAdvanced
Season essentials
Gear up for autumn
Grippy shoes, a headlamp and technical clothing for short days and wet ground.
- #1 · Best OverallSalomon Sense Ride 5View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #2 · Best OverallPetzl Iko CoreView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #3 · Best Rain JacketGore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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Sierra Cazorla Trails
Quesada · Andalusia
65 · 42 · 26 kmElite
Trail Canillas de Albaida
Canillas de Albaida · Andalusia
13.5 · 24.5 kmIntermediate
Trail Turdetania
Castilblanco de los Arroyos · Andalusia
50 · 24 kmIntermediate
Trail Tahal
Tahal · Andalusia
13.5 kmIntermediate
Trail Sierra de Aras
Lucena · Andalusia
22 · 14 kmIntermediate
Becerro Trail
Cuevas del Becerro · Andalusia
25 · 15 kmIntermediate
Eurafrica Trail
Algeciras · Andalusia
21.6 kmAdvanced
Kilómetro Vertical Aznaitín 360
Albanchez de Mágina · Andalusia
3 · 1.6 kmAdvanced
Explore by country, month and goal
Climate in Andalusia: Andalusian summers are extreme inland, with temperatures exceeding 40 °C in low valleys. However, Sierra Nevada allows summer running above 2,000 meters with pleasant temperatures. Autumn and spring are the golden season: mild temperatures, long days and spectacular landscapes. Winter is viable on the coast and lower ranges, but snow covers Sierra Nevada from December to April.
Race summary
11
Races
1.6 – 71 km
Distance range
130 – 3,750 D+
Elevation range
Oct
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Andalusia in october
Wet leaves on rock are extremely slippery: reduce pace on technical descents.
Days shorten quickly: if your race is long, carry a headlamp even if you think you will not need it.
October is perfect for breaking in new footwear — take the chance to test shoes for next season.
Race map
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Scheduled races
Photo: FinishersBackyard MGI Ronda
Ronda, Málaga
Backyard ultra — 6.7 km loops through the Hoya del Tajo, in Ronda
Photo: II CxM Villa de Félix organisersII CxM Villa de Félix
Félix
22K trail, 14K Minitrail and 8K hiking from Félix (Almería) on 11 October 2026
Photo: Organisation La DesérticaLa Desértica
Almería
71 km, 1,632 m D+ march from Almería to Roquetas de Mar, crossing the Legion base, on 17 October 2026
Photo: Antonio Esteban (Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0)Sierra Cazorla Trails
Quesada
Sierra Cazorla Trails — a 65K, 3,750 m D+ ultra through Spain's largest natural park
Photo: Official event websiteTrail Canillas de Albaida
Canillas de Albaida
14K, 25K in Canillas de Albaida (Málaga), 2026
Photo: Organisation Trail TurdetaniaTrail Turdetania
Castilblanco de los Arroyos
50K (1,750 m D+) and Turdetanita 24K through the Sierra Norte de Sevilla, on 18 October 2026
Photo: Ziegler175 (CC BY-SA 4.0)Trail Tahal
Tahal
13.5K trail with 800m D+ up to Collado García peak, in Tahal (Almería), on 24 October 2026
Photo: Race organisation Trail Sierra de ArasTrail Sierra de Aras
Lucena
22K and 14K through olive groves and mountains in Lucena (Córdoba), Provincial Cup race
Photo: Organisation Becerro TrailBecerro Trail
Cuevas del Becerro
25 km and 1,000 m of elevation gain in Cuevas del Becerro, on 31 October 2026.
Photo: Organisation Eurafrica TrailEurafrica Trail
Algeciras
21.6 km and ≈1,100 m of elevation gain in Algeciras, on 31 October 2026.
Photo: Aznaitín 360 organisationKilómetro Vertical Aznaitín 360
Albanchez de Mágina
Under 3 km and about 940 m of climb to Pico Aznaitín, the final round of the Andalusian Vertical Cup
Essential trail running gear
Must-have gear to prepare for your mountain races
Black Diamond
Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z
Ultralight carbon Z-pole foldable trekking poles. 137 g per pole in 110 cm length, 33 cm folded. EVA grip and adjustable strap. The trail running reference.
Hoka
Hoka Speedgoat 7
The best-selling trail shoe in the US and an absolute ultra-trail classic. Max Hoka cushioning, a Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs for grip in mud and technical terrain, and a snug Matryx upper. Built to eat up kilometres without punishing your legs in long races.
Icebreaker
Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis LS Crewe
Long-sleeve thermal top in 100% merino wool (200g). Natural temperature regulation, genuine multi-day odor resistance and a soft, non-itch handfeel from the fine merino yarn.
Altra
Altra Lone Peak 9
Trail running shoe with zero drop and wide FootShape toe box that allows natural toe splay. 25 mm stack with EGO foam for balanced cushioning without losing ground contact. MaxTrac outsole with 3.5 mm lugs, ideal for non-technical trails, forest tracks and long-distance paths.
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