Alto Rey Trail vs Desafío Trail Templario
Alto Rey Trail (21.7km, 1082m D+) vs Desafío Trail Templario (20km, 0m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Desafío Trail Templario
Las Navas del Marqués, Ávila, Castile and Leon
Physical profile
| Alto Rey Trail | Desafío Trail Templario | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 21 June 2025 | 22 March 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,082m D+ | 0m 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 — Desafío Trail Templario
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail Templario 20K | 20 | 0 |
| Sprint Trail 11K | 11 | 0 |
Logistics & costs
| Alto Rey Trail | Desafío Trail Templario | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Bustares, Guadalajara, Castile-La Mancha | Las Navas del Marqués, Ávila, Castile and Leon |
| Distance between venues | 122 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 2 mandatory items | 2 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Alto Rey Trail
No recommendations
Desafío Trail Templario
No recommendations
Accommodation
Alto Rey Trail
No recommendations
Desafío Trail Templario
No recommendations
Gear
Alto Rey Trail
-
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlRecommended for bothSalomon
Desafío Trail Templario
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlRecommended for both
Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
Alto Rey Trail
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Recommended for both -
226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Desafío Trail Templario
- Recommended for both
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
Transport
Alto Rey Trail
No recommendations
Desafío Trail Templario
No recommendations
Car Rental
Alto Rey Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Desafío Trail Templario
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Alto Rey Trail
No recommendations
Desafío Trail Templario
No recommendations
Body Care
Alto Rey Trail
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
Desafío Trail Templario
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
Alto Rey Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
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Recommended for both
Desafío Trail Templario
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Alto Rey Trail is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Desafío Trail Templario. In terms of elevation gain, Alto Rey Trail 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.