Trail races in Castile and Leon — August 2026
Castile and Leon hosts Sierra de Gredos, Sierra de Guadarrama, and part of Picos de Europa. Ultrail La Covatilla and Trail Gredos are benchmark events in the northern plateau.
1 race scheduled
Climate in Castile and Leon: The continental climate imposes extreme conditions. Winters are harsh, with abundant snow in the ranges until May, while July and August bring stifling heat on the plateau and storms at high altitude. Spring and autumn offer the best windows: mild temperatures, accessible peaks, and landscapes in full transformation. Mornings can be freezing even in June, so always go prepared.
Race summary
1
Races
6.706 km
Distance range
150 D+
Elevation range
Aug
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Castile and Leon in august
If running in northern Spain, do not be complacent: fog and rain can appear even in August on the Cantabrian coast.
Carry salt tablets or electrolytes: in August the risk of hyponatraemia is real if you only drink water.
Make the most of cool hours for training: 7-10 AM and after 7 PM are the optimal windows.
Race map
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Scheduled races
Essential gear + sun protection
Get ready to run in the heat: sun protection and key gear
Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6
La zapatilla de trail más versátil de Salomon, ideal para terrenos técnicos y barro. Agarre excepcional con suela Contagrip y amortiguación EnergyCell+.
Fox 40
Fox 40 Classic
Silbato de emergencia sin pieza interna, funciona mojado y con barro. Sonido de 115 dB audible a gran distancia. El estándar en carreras de montaña.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry
Chubasquero Gore-Tex Shakedry ultraligero (110 g). Impermeabilidad total sin membrana interior, altamente transpirable. El referente para corredores de montaña.
ISDIN
ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50+
Protector solar facial ultraligero de fase acuosa con SPF 50+. Textura fluida que se absorbe al instante sin dejar residuo graso, ideal para aplicar durante la carrera. Resistente al agua y al sudor.
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