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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AdvancedPhysical 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
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
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Anaga Maratón
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
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
Julbo AerospeedRecommended for bothJulbo
Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
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
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Skyrunning). On its longest distance, Anaga Maratón climbs around 69m per km versus 58m/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 Santa Cruz Extreme both take place in Canary Islands, about 9km 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 Santa Cruz Extreme in October, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Anaga Maratón falls right in its region's recommended window. Santa Cruz Extreme falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
2 items overlap between both mandatory gear lists. Anaga Maratón additionally requires cortavientos, frontal.
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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