Alto Rey Trail vs Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
Alto Rey Trail (21.7km, 1082m D+) vs Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race (26km, 1500m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
Jerte, Cáceres, Extremadura
Physical profile
| Alto Rey Trail | Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 21 June 2025 | 19 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,082m D+ | 1,500m 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 — Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| CxM Garganta de los Infiernos 26K | 26 | 1,500 |
Logistics & costs
| Alto Rey Trail | Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Bustares, Guadalajara, Castile-La Mancha | Jerte, Cáceres, Extremadura |
| Distance between venues | 249 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 2 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Alto Rey Trail
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Accommodation
Alto Rey Trail
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Gear
Alto Rey Trail
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlSalomon
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Lifesystems Thermal BlanketLifesystems
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Fox 40 ClassicFox 40
Nutrition
Alto Rey Trail
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Alto Rey Trail
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Car Rental
Alto Rey Trail
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Alto Rey Trail
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Body Care
Alto Rey Trail
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for both
Buff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
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
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Alto Rey Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race 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.