Trail races in Valencian Community — January 2027
The Valencian Community hosts Penyagolosa Trails, one of the most prestigious races in the Mediterranean. Interior ranges, ravines, and coast offer varied terrain for year-round 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)
- #3 · Best OverallBlack Diamond Distance Carbon ZView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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3
ElCid TrailXtrem
Petrer · Valencian Community
67.5 kmElite
Serralades de Barxeta MABU
Barxeta · Valencian Community
42 · 21 · 12 kmIntermediate
UltraMediterrània
Alcoy, Alicante · Valencian Community
162 · 90 · 55 kmElite
Recommended gear · Best Overall
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Climate in Valencian Community: The Mediterranean climate grants long trail running windows. Winter and early spring are ideal: clear skies, mild temperatures, and accessible peaks without the stifling summer heat. From June to September the heat can be brutal, especially in the interior ranges, where there's no shade and humidity clings to your skin. Autumn is magical: the sea is still warm, the mountains turn ochre, and races multiply. Always carry more water than you think you need.
Race summary
3
Races
4 – 162 km
Distance range
0 – 8,050 D+
Elevation range
Jan
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Valencian Community in january
Dress in layers: January mornings can be below zero in the mountains, but you will warm up quickly while running.
Use shoes with good drainage and mud traction — January terrain is often wet.
Warm up longer than usual: muscles take longer to activate in the cold.
Race map
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Scheduled races
Photo: Organisation ElCid TrailXtrem (official poster)ElCid TrailXtrem
Petrer
67.5 km ultra through Petrer, Xorret de Catí and Alto de Castalla, 16 January 2027, with 35+32 km relays
Photo: Organisation Serralades de Barxeta MABUSerralades de Barxeta MABU
Barxeta
42 km mountain marathon with 2,200 m of climbing in the Barxeta ranges, plus three shorter routes.
UltraMediterrània
Alcoy, Alicante
162K / 90K / 55K / 25K / 16K / VRT 4K across the Mariola and Aitana mountain ranges from Alcoy
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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