Axari Trail vs Irati Trail

Axari Trail (25km, 1550m D+) vs Irati Trail (30km, 2000m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?

Axari TrailAdvanced

Axari Trail

Idiazabal, Basque Country

Mountain2 modalities
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Irati TrailAdvanced

Irati Trail

Ezcároz, Navarre

Mountain1 modalities
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Physical profile

Axari TrailIrati Trail
Date13 September 20266 June 2026
TerrainMountainMountain
DifficultyAdvancedAdvanced
Max elevation gain1,550m D+2,000m D+

Distances — Axari Trail

NameKmD+Max Time
Axari Trail 25K251,5504h
Axari Trail Txiki 16K16750

Distances — Irati Trail

NameKmD+
Irati Trail 30K302,000

Logistics & costs

Axari TrailIrati Trail
LocationIdiazabal, Basque CountryEzcároz, Navarre
Distance between venues97 km
Registration opens19 May 2026
Registration closes
Mandatory Gear2 mandatory items0 mandatory items
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Pack 360 — Services

Registration

Axari Trail

No recommendations

Irati Trail

No recommendations

Accommodation

Axari Trail

No recommendations

Irati Trail

No recommendations

Gear

Axari Trail

Irati Trail

Transport

Axari Trail

No recommendations

Irati Trail

No recommendations

Insurance

Axari Trail

No recommendations

Irati Trail

No recommendations

Sun Protection

Axari Trail

Irati Trail

Summary

If you're looking for a longer distance, Irati Trail is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Axari Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Irati Trail is the more demanding option. Both races offer a complete Pack 360 with everything you need for race day.

Frequently asked questions

Which is harder, Axari Trail or Irati Trail?
Axari Trail has Advanced difficulty with up to 1,550m elevation gain, while Irati Trail is Advanced with up to 2,000m D+. The maximum distance is 25km for Axari Trail and 30km for Irati Trail.
When does each race take place?
Axari Trail takes place in September and Irati Trail in June.
How many distances does each race offer?
Axari Trail offers 2 distances and Irati Trail offers 1.
What type of terrain does each race have?
Axari Trail is classified as Mountain and Irati Trail as Mountain.
Do I need the same mandatory gear for both?
Axari Trail requires 2 mandatory items and Irati Trail requires 0. Check each race's official regulations for the full list.

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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.