Basajaun Trail Race vs Irati Trail
Basajaun Trail Race (43km, 2550m D+) vs Irati Trail (30km, 2000m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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AdvancedPhysical profile
| Basajaun Trail Race | Irati Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 17 October 2026 | 6 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,550m D+ | 2,000m D+ |
Distances — Basajaun Trail Race
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| BTR 43K | 43 | 2,550 |
| BTR 23K | 23 | 1,350 |
| BTR 13K | 13 | 700 |
Distances — Irati Trail
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Irati Trail 30K | 30 | 2,000 |
Logistics & costs
| Basajaun Trail Race | Irati Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Galdeano, Navarre | Ezcároz, Navarre |
| Distance between venues | 84 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 2 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Basajaun Trail Race
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Accommodation
Basajaun Trail Race
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Gear
Basajaun Trail Race
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Irati Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
Basajaun Trail Race
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Irati Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Transport
Basajaun Trail Race
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Car Rental
Basajaun Trail Race
Irati Trail
Insurance
Basajaun Trail Race
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Body Care
Basajaun Trail Race
Leukotape P Sports Tape(opens in a new tab)BSN Medical (Leukotape)
Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothSquirrel's Nut Butter
Recommended for both
Irati Trail
- Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Squirrel's Nut Butter
- Recommended for both
Sun Protection
Basajaun Trail Race
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Irati Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Mountain). On its longest distance, Irati Trail climbs around 67m per km versus 59m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Basajaun Trail Race and Irati Trail both take place in Navarre, about 84km 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
Irati Trail starts from €39 for its shortest distance; Basajaun Trail Race hasn't published pricing yet.
Time of year
Basajaun Trail Race runs in October and Irati Trail in June, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Basajaun Trail Race falls right in its region's recommended window. Irati Trail falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
The two mandatory gear lists don't overlap at all. Basajaun Trail Race additionally requires agua-500ml, telefono.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Basajaun Trail Race is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Irati Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Basajaun Trail Race 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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