Trail races in Catalonia — September 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.
2 races scheduled
Gear up for autumn
Grippy shoes, a headlamp and technical clothing for short days and wet ground.
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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.
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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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#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.
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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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Burriac ATAC!
Vilassar de Mar · Catalonia
21.3 · 15.4 kmAdvanced
Pedraforca Xtrail
Saldes · Catalonia
42 · 26 · 10 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
2
Races
10 – 42 km
Distance range
550 – 2,600 D+
Elevation range
Sep
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Catalonia in september
September can bring sudden storms: always carry your windbreaker even if the sky looks clear.
The terrain starts to have fallen leaves hiding rocks and roots: increase focus on descents.
It is an ideal month for ultras: take advantage of the thermal conditions and remaining daylight hours.
Race map
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Scheduled races
Photo: Burriac ATAC!Burriac ATAC!
Vilassar de Mar
Night trail run of 21K and 15K over the Burriac massif, from inland hills to the Maresme beach
Photo: AlmaffiPedraforca Xtrail
Saldes
Marató 42K (2,600m gain), Trail 26K and a 10K hike circling the Pedraforca in the heart of the Cadí-Moixeró
Essential gear + sun protection
Get ready to run in the heat: sun protection and key gear
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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