Anaga Maratón vs Santa Cruz Extreme
Anaga Maratón (30km, 2055m D+) vs Santa Cruz Extreme (25km, 1460m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| Anaga Maratón | Santa Cruz Extreme | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 6 December 2026 | 17 October 2026 |
| Terrain | Skyrunning | Skyrunning |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,055m D+ | 1,460m 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 — Santa Cruz Extreme
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anaga Xtrm 25K | 25 | 1,460 | 6h |
| Anaga Xtrm 18K | 18 | 1,135 | 5h |
| Anaga Xtrm 10K | 10 | 361 | 3h |
Logistics & costs
| Anaga Maratón | Santa Cruz Extreme | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands | Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands |
| Distance between venues | 9 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 4 mandatory items | 2 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Anaga Maratón
No recommendations
Santa Cruz Extreme
No recommendations
Accommodation
Anaga Maratón
No recommendations
Santa Cruz Extreme
No recommendations
Gear
Anaga Maratón
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Anaga Maratón
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Anaga Maratón
No recommendations
Santa Cruz Extreme
No recommendations
Car Rental
Anaga Maratón
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Anaga Maratón
No recommendations
Santa Cruz Extreme
No recommendations
Body Care
Anaga Maratón
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Julbo AerospeedRecommended for bothJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
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Salomon Cross VisorRecommended for bothSalomon
Santa Cruz Extreme
- 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
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Anaga Maratón is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Santa Cruz Extreme. In terms of elevation gain, Anaga Maratón 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.