Trail races in Catalonia — November 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.
3 races scheduled
For cold and dark miles
Headlamp, thermal layer and a good watch: what matters when daylight runs short.
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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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For a short race
Shoes, socks and sun protection: just what you need to run fast.
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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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For your ultra
A watch with battery to spare, a powerful headlamp and poles: the gear that can't fail.
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- #2 · Best OverallPetzl Iko CoreView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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Cursa de l'Alba
Collbató, Barcelona · Catalonia
22 · 12 kmIntermediate
Muntanyes de Prades Epic Trail
Prades, Tarragona · Catalonia
49 · 24 · 13 kmAdvanced
La Pota Roja Cervelló
Cervelló, Barcelona · Catalonia
42 · 24 · 14 kmIntermediate
Recommended gear · Best Overall
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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
3
Races
8 – 49 km
Distance range
300 – 2,500 D+
Elevation range
Nov
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Catalonia 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.
Race map
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Scheduled races
Photo: Cursa de l'AlbaCursa de l'Alba
Collbató, Barcelona
22K and 12K starting at sunrise beneath Montserrat — Collbató's dawn race
Photo: Muntanyes de Prades Epic TrailMuntanyes de Prades Epic Trail
Prades, Tarragona
50K with 2,500m D+ up to the Tossal de la Baltassana, the roof of the Serra de Prades
Photo: La Pota Roja CervellóLa Pota Roja Cervelló
Cervelló, Barcelona
42K, 24K, 14K, and 8K through the trails around Cervelló, less than an hour from Barcelona
Essential gear for cold and dark conditions
Key gear for races in winter conditions
Buff
Buff Thermonet
Thermal tubular Buff with Primaloft technology. Traps body heat, ultralight and versatile: hat, neck gaiter, headband. Ideal for high mountain.
Petzl
Petzl Actik Core
Rechargeable 600-lumen headlamp with the Core battery included. Compatible with AAA batteries. Red mode to preserve night vision. Ideal for ultras with night sections.
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