Backyard Ultra Aranjuez vs El Último León
Backyard Ultra Aranjuez (6.706km, 200m D+) vs El Último León (6.706km, 150m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Physical profile
| Backyard Ultra Aranjuez | El Último León | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 13 June 2026 | 31 January 2026 |
| Terrain | Mixed | Mixed |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 200m D+ | 150m D+ |
Distances — Backyard Ultra Aranjuez
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backyard loop (6.706 km/h) | 6.706 | 200 | 1h |
Distances — El Último León
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backyard loop (6.706 km/h) | 6.706 | 150 | 1h |
Logistics & costs
| Backyard Ultra Aranjuez | El Último León | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Aranjuez, Madrid, Community of Madrid | Melilla, Melilla |
| Distance between venues | 530 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Backyard Ultra Aranjuez
No recommendations
El Último León
No recommendations
Accommodation
Backyard Ultra Aranjuez
No recommendations
El Último León
No recommendations
Gear
Backyard Ultra Aranjuez
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for bothPetzl
El Último León
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for both
Petzl
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
Nutrition
Backyard Ultra Aranjuez
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarRecommended for bothClif Bar
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
El Último León
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- Clif Bar Original Energy BarRecommended for both
Clif Bar
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Backyard Ultra Aranjuez
No recommendations
El Último León
No recommendations
Car Rental
Backyard Ultra Aranjuez
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
El Último León
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Backyard Ultra Aranjuez
No recommendations
El Último León
No recommendations
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Backyard Ultra Aranjuez is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider El Último León. In terms of elevation gain, Backyard Ultra Aranjuez 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.