101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión vs Ultra Sierra Nevada
101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión (101km, 2819m D+) vs Ultra Sierra Nevada (100km, 6200m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| 101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión | Ultra Sierra Nevada | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 9 May 2026 | 11 July 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,819m D+ | 6,200m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 6 |
Distances — 101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual March 101K | 101 | 2,819 | 24h |
Distances — Ultra Sierra Nevada
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra 100K | 100 | 6,200 | 6 | 30h |
| Marathon 42K | 42 | 2,800 | 3 | 14h |
| Trail 21K | 21 | 1,200 | 1 | 7h |
Logistics & costs
| 101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión | Ultra Sierra Nevada | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Ronda, Málaga, Andalusia | Granada, Andalusia |
| Distance between venues | 161 km | |
| Registration opens | 24 January 2026 | 1 March 2026 |
| Registration closes | 30 April 2026 | 15 June 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión
No recommendations
Ultra Sierra Nevada
No recommendations
Accommodation
101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión
No recommendations
Ultra Sierra Nevada
No recommendations
Gear
101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Ultra Sierra Nevada
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Nutrition
101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Ultra Sierra Nevada
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Transport
101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión
No recommendations
Ultra Sierra Nevada
No recommendations
Car Rental
101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Sierra Nevada
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Insurance
101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión
No recommendations
Ultra Sierra Nevada
No recommendations
Body Care
101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión
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Julbo AerospeedRecommended for bothJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Ultra Sierra Nevada
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Julbo AerospeedRecommended for bothJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Sun Protection
101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Sierra Nevada
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both -
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, 101 Kilometres in 24 Hours - La Legión is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Ultra Sierra Nevada. In terms of elevation gain, Ultra Sierra Nevada is the more demanding option. Both races offer a complete Pack 360 with everything you need for race day.
Frequently asked questions
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Plan your race
Compare Spain's best trail running races side by side. Analyze distances, elevation, registration prices, mandatory gear and the complete Pack 360 to make the best decision.