Trail races in Community of Madrid — November 2026

The Community of Madrid hosts Sierra de Guadarrama and its National Park. Gran Trail Peñalara and Madrona Trail are flagship races, directly accessible from the capital.

Peak season for trail running

1 race scheduled

Climate in Community of Madrid: Cold winters with frequent snow on the peaks from December to March. Summers are hot at lower elevations, though above 1,800 meters temperatures become pleasant. Spring and autumn are ideal: the sierra's pine forests glow with golden light, temperatures are perfect for running and the trails are in great condition. Proximity to Madrid means trails can be crowded on weekends.

Race summary

1

Races

18 – 24 km

Distance range

1200 – 1700 D+

Elevation range

Nov

Race months

Advanced (1)

Difficulty

Tips for running in Community of Madrid 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.

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Scheduled races

Essential gear for cold and dark conditions

Key gear for races in winter conditions

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