Trail races in Galicia 2026
Galicia offers Atlantic trail running through green paths, coastal cliffs, and interior ranges. Rias Baixas, Serra dos Ancares, and Costa da Morte provide unique running scenery.
13 races, march – november 2026
Season essentials
For cold and dark miles
Headlamp, thermal layer and a good watch: what matters when daylight runs short.
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#2 · Best Rain JacketGore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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For your vertical km
Poles, grippy shoes and a light vest for a 1,000 m climb.
#1 · Best OverallBlack Diamond Distance Carbon ZView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
#2 · Best OverallSalomon Sense Ride 5View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
#3 · Best OverallSalomon ADV Skin 12 SetView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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For a short race
Shoes, socks and sun protection: just what you need to run fast.
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#2 · Best OverallCompressport Pro Racing Socks V3.0 TrailView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
#3 · Best OverallISDIN Fusion Water Sunscreen SPF 50+View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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For a mid-distance race
Shoes, vest and hydration for 21-42 km without suffering.
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#3 · Best Gel OverallMaurten Gel 100View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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For a long race
Vest, headlamp and nutrition for all those hours in the mountains.
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- #2 · Best OverallPetzl Iko CoreView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #3 · Best Gel OverallMaurten Gel 100View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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For your ultra
A watch with battery to spare, a powerful headlamp and poles: the gear that can't fail.
- #1 · Best OverallCoros Pace 3View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #2 · Best OverallPetzl Iko CoreView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #3 · Best OverallBlack Diamond Distance Carbon ZView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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3
VII Trail e Andaina Ribeiras do Tambre
Ames, A Coruña · Galicia
15 · 8 kmBeginner
Trail Laxe dos Bolos
Caldas de Reis, Pontevedra · Galicia
43 · 20 · 8 kmIntermediate
Trail Cova da Bruxa
Muros, A Coruña · Galicia
26 · 15 · 9 kmIntermediate
Season essentials
Get ready for spring racing
Shoes, poles and a pack: the essentials before the first long races.
- #1 · Best OverallSalomon Sense Ride 5View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #2 · Best OverallBlack Diamond Distance Carbon ZView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #3 · Best OverallSalomon ADV Skin 12 SetView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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October2026
5
Trail do Xurés
Muíños · Galicia
21 · 14 kmIntermediate
Trail Ribeira Sacra
Nogueira de Ramuín · Galicia
48 kmElite
CxM Cañón do Sil
Parada de Sil · Galicia
7 · 12 · 17 kmIntermediate
Trail de Arcos
Ponteareas · Galicia
11.5 · 16 · 21 kmIntermediate
Trail Trans Serra da Groba
Baiona · Galicia
29 · 16.5 kmAdvanced
November2026
3
III Trail Salvamontes
Mos · Galicia
16.5 · 10 · 1 kmIntermediate
Trail das Bestas
Muras · Galicia
43 · 27 · 14 kmAdvanced
Trail do Trega
A Guarda · Galicia
18 · 12 kmIntermediate
Explore by country, month and goal
Climate in Galicia: Galicia's Atlantic climate is unpredictable: it can rain any day of the year, and a sunny morning can turn into dense fog in minutes. Summer is the most stable window, with mild temperatures and long days of light, though it never guarantees clear skies. Autumn and winter bring constant rain, endless mud, and wind pushing from the ocean. Spring is magical if you dodge the showers: impossible greens, wildflowers, and water everywhere. Waterproof gear always in the pack.
Race overview
13
Races
1 – 48 km
Distance range
20 – 3,450 D+
Elevation range
Mar – Nov
Race months
Difficulty
Race map
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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