Alto Rey Trail vs Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos
Alto Rey Trail (21.7km, 1082m D+) vs Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos (33km, 1900m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate
Intermediate Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos
San Leonardo de Yagüe, Castile and Leon
Physical profile
| Alto Rey Trail | Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 21 June 2025 | 12 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,082m D+ | 1,900m D+ |
Distances — Alto Rey Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alto Rey Trail 21K | 21.7 | 1,082 | 5h |
| Alto Rey Trail 11K | 11.6 | 586 | 3h |
Distances — Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Arganza Trail 33K | 33 | 1,900 |
| Arganza Trail 21K | 21 | 1,100 |
| Arganza Trail 10K | 10 | 600 |
| Kids 5K | 5 | 250 |
Logistics & costs
| Alto Rey Trail | Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Bustares, Guadalajara, Castile-La Mancha | San Leonardo de Yagüe, Castile and Leon |
| Distance between venues | 77 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 2 mandatory items | 3 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Alto Rey Trail
No recommendations
Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos
No recommendations
Accommodation
Alto Rey Trail
No recommendations
Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos
No recommendations
Gear
Alto Rey Trail
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlSalomon
Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
Nutrition
Alto Rey Trail
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Transport
Alto Rey Trail
No recommendations
Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos
No recommendations
Car Rental
Alto Rey Trail
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Insurance
Alto Rey Trail
No recommendations
Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos
No recommendations
Body Care
Alto Rey Trail
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
Alto Rey Trail
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Recommended for both -
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
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Recommended for both
Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Alto Rey Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Arganza Trail — Cañón del Río Lobos 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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When does each race take place?
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Do I need the same mandatory gear for both?
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.