Trail races in Asturias — September 2026
Asturias is the paradise of trail running in northern Spain. The Picos de Europa, with peaks above 2,600 meters and high limestone mountain landscapes, offer some of the toughest and most spectacular races in the country.
8 races scheduled
Climate in Asturias: The Asturian climate is pure Atlantic: it rains more than almost any other Spanish region, and fog is a regular mountain companion. Summer months (June to September) offer the best conditions, with mild temperatures at altitude and less precipitation, though evening storms are frequent and require early starts. May and October are transition months: weather can be good, but you might also encounter summit snow or epic downpours. Winter is harsh, with abundant snow in the Picos closing many trails. Humidity is constant, so forget Mediterranean dry heat: here you run with coolness and fog, which has its mystical charm.
Race summary
8
Races
4.5 – 30 km
Distance range
200 – 1800 D+
Elevation range
Sep
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Asturias in september
September can bring sudden storms: always carry your windbreaker even if the sky looks clear.
The terrain starts to have fallen leaves hiding rocks and roots: increase focus on descents.
It is an ideal month for ultras: take advantage of the thermal conditions and remaining daylight hours.
Race map
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Septiembre2026
Carreña Trail
Carreña de Cabrales · Asturias
Trail del Infiernu
Ribadesella · Asturias
Ardisana Trail
Ardisana · Asturias
Backyard Baltasara
Mieres · Asturias
Desafío Las Reliquias
Oviedo · Asturias
Cross Trail La Triásica
Colunga · Asturias
Carrera de Montaña Picu Turbina
Rozagás · Asturias
Trail Indiano
Somao · Asturias
Scheduled races
Photo: Carreña TrailCarreña Trail
Carreña de Cabrales
30K, 9K y nocturna de 4,5K desde Carreña de Cabrales, a los pies de los Picos de Europa
Photo: Ribadesella Trail RunTrail del Infiernu
Ribadesella
21K y 11K desde el Paseo de la Grúa de Ribadesella
Photo: Trail Valle de ArdisanaArdisana Trail
Ardisana
15K y 1.000m D+ por las cumbres del valle de Ardisana (Llanes)
Photo: Club Pinineo SportBackyard Baltasara
Mieres
Backyard ultra — bucles de 6,7 km en las laderas de La Baltasara, sobre Mieres
Photo: Desafío Las Reliquias / Hermandad de los EstudiantesDesafío Las Reliquias
Oviedo
27K y 1.590m D+ desde La Foz de Morcín hasta la Catedral de Oviedo, sobre la ruta histórica del Arca Santa
Photo: Cross Trail La TriásicaCross Trail La Triásica
Colunga
15K y 8,8K desde Colunga hasta la playa de La Griega, con avituallamiento junto al mar
Photo: CxM Picu TurbinaCarrera de Montaña Picu Turbina
Rozagás
12K con fuerte desnivel entre Rozagás y la cumbre del Picu Turbina, en la Sierra del Cuera
Photo: A.D. Sin FronterasTrail Indiano
Somao
20K y 13K por Somao, pueblo de arquitectura indiana en Pravia
Essential gear + sun protection
Get ready to run in the heat: sun protection and key gear
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.
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.
ISDIN
ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50+
Ultralight water-phase facial sunscreen with SPF 50+. Fluid texture that absorbs instantly with no greasy residue, ideal for applying during a race. Water and sweat resistant.
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