Anaga Maratón vs Gomera Paradise Trail
Anaga Maratón (30km, 2055m D+) vs Gomera Paradise Trail (30km, 2536m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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AdvancedPhysical profile
| Anaga Maratón | Gomera Paradise Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 6 December 2026 | 19 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Skyrunning | Skyrunning |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,055m D+ | 2,536m D+ |
Distances — Anaga Maratón
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| K30 Anaga Maratón | 30 | 2,055 | 8h |
| K21 Anaga Maratón | 21 | 985 | 5h |
| K12 Anaga Maratón | 12 | 665 | 3h |
| KVertical Anaga | 5 | 510 | 1h 30min |
Distances — Gomera Paradise Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky 30K | 30 | 2,536 | 8h |
| Short Sky 16K | 16 | 993 | 5h |
| Starter 10K | 10 | 367 | 3h |
Logistics & costs
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Anaga Maratón
No recommendations
Gomera Paradise Trail
No recommendations
Accommodation
Anaga Maratón
No recommendations
Gomera Paradise Trail
No recommendations
Gear
Anaga Maratón
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Gomera Paradise Trail
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Anaga Maratón
Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Gomera Paradise Trail
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Anaga Maratón
No recommendations
Gomera Paradise Trail
No recommendations
Car Rental
Anaga Maratón
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Gomera Paradise Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Anaga Maratón
No recommendations
Gomera Paradise Trail
No recommendations
Body Care
Anaga Maratón
Julbo AerospeedRecommended for bothJulbo
Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
Salomon Cross VisorRecommended for bothSalomon
Gomera Paradise Trail
- Julbo AerospeedRecommended for both
Julbo
- Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for both
Buff
- Salomon Cross VisorRecommended for both
Salomon
Sun Protection
Anaga Maratón
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Gomera Paradise Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Skyrunning). On its longest distance, Gomera Paradise Trail climbs around 85m per km versus 69m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Anaga Maratón and Gomera Paradise Trail both take place in Canary Islands, about 103km apart in a straight line — close enough to scout one course while training for the other, or fold both into a single trip.
Entry price
Neither race has published entry pricing yet — check each official website before budgeting your season.
Time of year
Anaga Maratón runs in December and Gomera Paradise Trail in September, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Anaga Maratón falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
3 items overlap between both mandatory gear lists. Anaga Maratón additionally requires frontal; Gomera Paradise Trail additionally requires silbato.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Anaga Maratón is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Gomera Paradise Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Gomera Paradise 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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