Trail races in Castile and Leon — September 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.
3 races 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
3
Races
6 – 71 km
Distance range
168 – 4500 D+
Elevation range
Sep
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Castile and Leon 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
Scheduled races
Desafío Urbión
Covaleda
37K con 2.600m D+ por los Picos de Urbión y la Laguna Negra desde Covaleda, Soria
Photo: Ultra Montaña PalentinaUltra Montaña Palentina
Camporredondo de Alba, Palencia
65K, 44K, 21K y 6K por la Montaña Palentina desde Camporredondo de Alba — trail de alta montaña en el norte de Palencia
Photo: Ultra Trail GredosUltra Trail Gredos
Hoyos del Espino, Ávila
71K, 54K, 43K, 33K, 20K y 10K por la Sierra de Gredos desde Hoyos del Espino — trail de montaña en el corazón de Ávila
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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