Aloñako Igoera vs Cross de los 3 Refugios
Aloñako Igoera (22.6km, 1868m D+) vs Cross de los 3 Refugios (24km, 1700m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| Aloñako Igoera | Cross de los 3 Refugios | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 26 April 2026 | 1 November 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 1,868m D+ | 1,700m D+ |
Distances — Aloñako Igoera
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Aloñako Igoera 22K | 22.6 | 1,868 |
Distances — Cross de los 3 Refugios
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cross de los 3 Refugios | 24 | 1,700 |
| Cross de los 3 Refugios Junior | 18 | 1,200 |
Logistics & costs
| Aloñako Igoera | Cross de los 3 Refugios | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Oñati, Gipuzkoa, Basque Country | Manzanares el Real, Community of Madrid |
| Distance between venues | 283 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 25 August 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 26 October 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 5 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Aloñako Igoera
No recommendations
Cross de los 3 Refugios
No recommendations
Accommodation
Aloñako Igoera
No recommendations
Cross de los 3 Refugios
No recommendations
Gear
Aloñako Igoera
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
Cross de los 3 Refugios
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlSalomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
Aloñako Igoera
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Cross de los 3 Refugios
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
Transport
Aloñako Igoera
No recommendations
Cross de los 3 Refugios
No recommendations
Car Rental
Aloñako Igoera
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Recommended for both
Cross de los 3 Refugios
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Aloñako Igoera
No recommendations
Cross de los 3 Refugios
No recommendations
Body Care
Aloñako Igoera
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Cross de los 3 Refugios
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
Sun Protection
Aloñako Igoera
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Recommended for both -
Cross de los 3 Refugios
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Cross de los 3 Refugios is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Aloñako Igoera. In terms of elevation gain, Aloñako Igoera 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.