Trail races in Catalonia — April 2027
Catalonia combines high Pyrenean mountains with the Mediterranean coast. From Ultra Pirineu in the Cadi range to coastal races in Cap de Creus, it offers unique terrain diversity for trail running.
7 races scheduled
Get ready for spring racing
Shoes, poles and a pack: the essentials before the first long races.
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For your vertical km
Poles, grippy shoes and a light vest for a 1,000 m climb.
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- #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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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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RunThrough Ultra Trail Girona
Girona · Catalonia
103 · 50 · 26 kmAdvanced
Volta Peramola
Peramola · Catalonia
25 · 10 · 5 kmIntermediate
Trencacims Pauls
Paüls · Catalonia
36 · 54 kmAdvanced
Recommended gear · Best Overall
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Ultra Montseny
Viladrau · Catalonia
80 · 55 · 32 kmAdvanced
Xtrail Series Run Òrrius
Òrrius · Catalonia
21 · 15 · 10 kmIntermediate
Costa Brava Stage Run
Blanes · Catalonia
125 · 87 kmAdvanced
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
Prades, Tarragona · Catalonia
64 · 44 · 23 kmAdvanced
Explore by country, month and goal
Climate in Catalonia: The climate varies enormously by altitude. On the coast, winters are mild and you can run year-round. In the Pyrenees, snow covers the peaks from November to May. The ideal window is late spring and autumn: mountain trails are open, temperatures are pleasant and the forests burst with colour. Summer is good in high mountains but hot at lower elevations.
Race summary
7
Races
5 – 125 km
Distance range
0 – 4,868 D+
Elevation range
Apr
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Catalonia in april
Always carry a lightweight waterproof windbreaker in your pack: spring storms arrive without warning.
April is a transition month: you may need short sleeves in the valley and long sleeves at the summit in the same race.
Springs and streams usually carry water in April: even so, do not drink from natural sources without filtering.
Race map
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Scheduled races
RunThrough Ultra Trail Girona
Girona
103K, 50K, and 26K through Les Gavarres Natural Park from Girona
Volta Peramola
Peramola
25K, 10K and 5K Hike through the Catalan Pre-Pyrenees from Peramola (Lleida)
Photo: Official event websiteTrencacims Pauls
Paüls
36K, 54K in Paüls (Tarragona), 2027
FeaturedPhoto: Jordi SantacanaUltra Montseny
Viladrau
80K, 55K and 32K through Montseny Natural Park with a night start
Xtrail Series Run Òrrius
Òrrius
21K, 15K and 10K through the Serralada del Litoral from Òrrius (Barcelona)
Costa Brava Stage Run
Blanes
3 days of trail running along the Costa Brava: 120K or 85K from Blanes to Colera
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
Prades, Tarragona
From 7K to 64K through the Muntanyes de Prades: Siurana, Gorgs de la Febró and the Foradada de Mont-ral
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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