90K Camino de la Cruz vs Ultra Trail Gredos
90K Camino de la Cruz (91km, 2500m D+) vs Ultra Trail Gredos (71km, 2322m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Advanced 90K Camino de la Cruz
Caravaca de la Cruz, Murcia, Region of Murcia
Advanced Physical profile
| 90K Camino de la Cruz | Ultra Trail Gredos | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 3 October 2026 | 19 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Trail | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,500m D+ | 2,322m D+ |
Distances — 90K Camino de la Cruz
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90K | 91 | 2,500 | 18h |
| 42K | 42 | 1,200 | 10h |
| 21K | 21 | 600 | — |
Distances — Ultra Trail Gredos
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Ultra de Gredos 71K | 71 | 2,322 |
| Gran Trail de Gredos 54K | 54 | 1,341 |
| Maratón de Gredos 43K | 43 | 1,347 |
| Skyline de Gredos 33K | 33 | 691 |
| Media Maratón de Gredos 20K | 20 | 472 |
| 10K de Gredos | 10 | 168 |
Logistics & costs
| 90K Camino de la Cruz | Ultra Trail Gredos | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Caravaca de la Cruz, Murcia, Region of Murcia | Hoyos del Espino, Ávila, Castile and Leon |
| Distance between venues | 379 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | 19 August 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 4 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
90K Camino de la Cruz
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Accommodation
90K Camino de la Cruz
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Gear
90K Camino de la Cruz
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for bothPetzl
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for both
Petzl
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
90K Camino de la Cruz
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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SiS GO Isotonic Energy GelScience in Sport
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500Precision Fuel & Hydration
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Transport
90K Camino de la Cruz
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Car Rental
90K Camino de la Cruz
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
90K Camino de la Cruz
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Body Care
90K Camino de la Cruz
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
Ultra Trail Gredos
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
90K Camino de la Cruz
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
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Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, 90K Camino de la Cruz is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Ultra Trail Gredos. In terms of elevation gain, 90K Camino de la Cruz 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.