Trail races in Valencian Community 2026
The Valencian Community hosts Penyagolosa Trails, one of the most prestigious races in the Mediterranean. Interior ranges, ravines, and coast offer varied terrain for year-round trail running.
12 races, march – december 2026
Climate in Valencian Community: The Mediterranean climate grants long trail running windows. Winter and early spring are ideal: clear skies, mild temperatures, and accessible peaks without the stifling summer heat. From June to September the heat can be brutal, especially in the interior ranges, where there's no shade and humidity clings to your skin. Autumn is magical: the sea is still warm, the mountains turn ochre, and races multiply. Always carry more water than you think you need.
Race overview
12
Races
9 – 102 km
Distance range
160 – 6,020 D+
Elevation range
Mar – Dec
Race months
Difficulty
Race map
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July2026
1
September2026
3
Cursa Ibérica Figueroles
Figueroles · Valencian Community
17 kmIntermediate
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XXVI Pujada al Montcabrer
Alcoy · Valencian Community
19 kmIntermediate
X Trail de Jalance
Jalance · Valencian Community
12.8 · 20.5 kmIntermediate
October2026
3
Trail Solidari Ciutat d'Alcoi
Alcoi · Valencian Community
43 · 30 · 22 kmAdvanced
IX Trail Anna
Anna · Valencian Community
20 · 11 kmIntermediate
Trail Castell de Serra
Serra · Valencian Community
32 · 21 · 14 kmAdvanced
November2026
2
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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