Trail races in Andalusia — March 2027
Andalusia offers spectacular trail running terrain, from the peaks of Sierra Nevada to the trails of Serranía de Ronda and the coast.
6 races scheduled
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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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.
- #1 · Best OverallSalomon Sense Ride 5View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
#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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- #2 · Best OverallSalomon ADV Skin 12 SetView 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 a long race
Vest, headlamp and nutrition for all those hours in the mountains.
- #1 · Best OverallSalomon ADV Skin 12 SetView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
#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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6
100 Millas Sierras del Bandolero
Prado del Rey · Andalusia
160 kmElite
CxM Pinsapo
Yunquera · Andalusia
16.1 · 29.5 kmAdvanced
Trail Guzmán el Bueno
Córdoba · Andalusia
60 kmAdvanced
Recommended gear · Best Overall
Coros Pace 3View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Compare with other options →
Subbética Trail
Zuheros · Andalusia
29 · 18 kmIntermediate
Kilómetro Vertical Media Legua Gruesa
Purchena · Andalusia
5 kmAdvanced
CxM Alfarnat Trail
Alfarnate · Andalusia
23 · 14 kmIntermediate
Explore by country, month and goal
Climate in Andalusia: Andalusian summers are extreme inland, with temperatures exceeding 40 °C in low valleys. However, Sierra Nevada allows summer running above 2,000 meters with pleasant temperatures. Autumn and spring are the golden season: mild temperatures, long days and spectacular landscapes. Winter is viable on the coast and lower ranges, but snow covers Sierra Nevada from December to April.
Race summary
6
Races
5 – 160 km
Distance range
0 – 6,055 D+
Elevation range
Mar
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Andalusia in march
Pollen allergies start in March: if you are sensitive, carry antihistamine and consider a buff to cover nose and mouth.
Days are longer but mornings still cool: a thin thermal base layer under your race shirt can make the difference.
Pine processionary caterpillars are active in March: avoid touching nests and keep distance from caterpillars on the trail.
Race map
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Scheduled races
Photo: El Pantera (Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0)100 Millas Sierras del Bandolero
Prado del Rey
160 km and 6,055 m D+ through the Cádiz sierras, 5–7 March 2027
CxM Pinsapo
Yunquera
CxM Pinsapo 2027: 16K, 29,5K in Yunquera (Málaga) on March 13, 2027. Up to ≈1631 m of climbing.
Photo: Organisation Trail Guzmán el Bueno (official poster)Trail Guzmán el Bueno
Córdoba
Trail Guzmán el Bueno 2027: Trail Guzmán el Bueno 60K in Córdoba (Córdoba), 13 March
Subbética Trail
Zuheros
29K and 18K through the Sierras Subbéticas Natural Park (Córdoba)
Kilómetro Vertical Media Legua Gruesa
Purchena
5 km and 900m elevation gain through Barranco de Geva in Purchena (Almería)
CxM Alfarnat Trail
Alfarnate
23K and 14K through the Axarquía mountains from Alfarnate, Málaga
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.
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