Trail races in Canary Islands — November 2026
The Canary Islands are Spain's most complete trail running destination: Transgrancanaria, Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB, Transvulcania and more. Volcanoes, laurel forests, coastline and subtropical climate all 12 months of the year.
7 races scheduled
Season essentials
For cold and dark miles
Headlamp, thermal layer and a good watch: what matters when daylight runs short.
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For your vertical km
Poles, grippy shoes and a light vest for a 1,000 m climb.
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For a short race
Shoes, socks and sun protection: just what you need to run fast.
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For a mid-distance race
Shoes, vest and hydration for 21-42 km without suffering.
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For a long race
Vest, headlamp and nutrition for all those hours in the mountains.
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For your ultra
A watch with battery to spare, a powerful headlamp and poles: the gear that can't fail.
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7
360º The Challenge Gran Canaria
Gáldar · Canary Islands
260 kmElite
Trail El Tanque
El Tanque · Canary Islands
21 · 11 kmIntermediate
Bimbache Trail Valverde
Valverde · Canary Islands
13 · 22 · 32 kmIntermediate
Season essentials
For cold and dark miles
Headlamp, thermal layer and a good watch: what matters when daylight runs short.
- #1 · Best OverallPetzl Iko CoreView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #2 · Best Rain JacketGore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #3 · Best OverallCoros Pace 3View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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Entremontañas Paralelo 28
La Aldea de San Nicolás, Gran Canaria · Canary Islands
24 · 16 · 11 kmIntermediate
Haría Titán
Haría · Canary Islands
42.5 · 22.5 · 14.5 kmAdvanced
Vulcan Race
Garachico · Canary Islands
10 · 21 kmIntermediate
Tamadaba Trail
Agaete · Canary Islands
42 · 22 · 12 kmAdvanced
Explore by country, month and goal
Climate in Canary Islands: The privilege of the Canary Islands is that you can run all 12 months of the year. Coastal temperatures hover around 20-25 °C year-round, while summit temperatures can drop below 5 °C. Summer is viable if you avoid midday hours in low areas. In winter, while mainland Spain is under snow, the big races take place here: Transgrancanaria in February, Tenerife Bluetrail in June, Transvulcania in autumn. The key is altitude: each island has microclimates that change dramatically with elevation.
Race summary
7
Races
10 – 260 km
Distance range
450 – 13,000 D+
Elevation range
Nov
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Canary Islands in november
Trails can be very muddy in November: use shoes with deep lugs and good drainage.
Wear reflective clothing if the race finishes at dusk — in November it gets dark before 6 PM.
It is a good time for exploratory races with no time pressure, enjoying the autumn landscape.
Race map
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Scheduled races
Photo: Organisation 360º The Challenge360º The Challenge Gran Canaria
Gáldar
Multi-day ultra of about 260 km and 13,000 m D+ around Gran Canaria, 4-8 November 2026
Photo: Organisation Trail El TanqueTrail El Tanque
El Tanque
Two routes, 21 and 11 km, on 8 November through Canary pine forest and the volcanic Chinyero area.
Bimbache Trail Valverde
Valverde
Bimbache Trail Valverde 2026: Mini 13K, Media 22K, Larga 32K in Valverde (El Hierro) on November 14, 2026. Up to ≈1400 m of climbing.
Photo: Entremontañas Paralelo 28Entremontañas Paralelo 28
La Aldea de San Nicolás, Gran Canaria
Skyrunning in Gran Canaria: 24K with 1,185m D+ through the Biosphere Reserve of La Aldea
Photo: Organisation Haría TitánHaría Titán
Haría
42K (+2,181 m), 22K and 14K across northern Lanzarote, on 14 November 2026
Vulcan Race
Garachico
Vulcan Race 2026: 10K, 21K in Garachico (Tenerife) on November 15, 2026. Up to ≈1362 m of climbing.
Photo: Organisation Tamadaba Trail (official poster)Tamadaba Trail
Agaete
Marathon 42K (2,400m D+), half marathon 22K and short 12K through the Tamadaba pine forest, 28 November 2026
Essential gear for cold and dark conditions
Key gear for races in winter conditions
Buff
Buff Thermonet
Thermal tubular Buff with Primaloft technology. Traps body heat, ultralight and versatile: hat, neck gaiter, headband. Ideal for high mountain.
Petzl
Petzl Actik Core
Rechargeable 600-lumen headlamp with the Core battery included. Compatible with AAA batteries. Red mode to preserve night vision. Ideal for ultras with night sections.
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