Trail races in Basque Country 2026
The Basque Country is the birthplace of Spanish skyrunning with the legendary Zegama-Aizkorri. Green mountains, technical trails and an Atlantic climate that challenges even the most prepared runners.
15 races, april – december 2026
Climate in Basque Country: The Atlantic climate means frequent rain year-round, but also mountains that are always green and mild temperatures. There's no truly bad season for running, though November to February combines rain with short days. From May to September days are long and temperatures pleasant (15-25 °C), though rain can appear without warning. Running here always requires a waterproof jacket in your pack — but that mud and mist are part of the Basque character.
Race overview
15
Races
2.9 – 43 km
Distance range
100 – 3,900 D+
Elevation range
Apr – Dec
Race months
Difficulty
Race map
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April2026
1
May2026
2
Zegama-Aizkorri
Zegama · Basque Country
42 · 4.5 kmElite
Mitxarro Bira
Araia · Basque Country
27.5 · 14 kmIntermediate
Recommended gear · Best Overall
Coros Pace 3View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Compare with other options →September2026
5
Izki Trail
Apellániz, Álava · Basque Country
21 · 13 kmAdvanced
Axari Trail
Idiazabal · Basque Country
25 · 16 kmAdvanced
Mañaritik Atxetara
Mañaria, Vizcaya · Basque Country
43 · 22 · 13 kmElite
Vitoria-Gasteiz Trail
Vitoria-Gasteiz · Basque Country
26 · 16 · 16 kmIntermediate
Gorbeia Suzien
Zeanuri · Basque Country
32 · 21 kmAdvanced
October2026
5
Anboto KB
Atxondo · Basque Country
5 kmAdvanced
Flysch Trail Zumaia
Zumaia · Basque Country
24 · 14 kmIntermediate
Sorginen Lasterketa
Atxondo · Basque Country
21 · 11.7 kmAdvanced
Recommended gear · Best Overall
Salomon Sense Ride 5View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Compare with other options →
Itxinan Barrena
Orozko · Basque Country
34 · 14 kmAdvanced
Aldapegora Mendi Trail
Elorrio · Basque Country
26 · 15 kmIntermediate
November2026
1
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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