Betagarri Trail vs Trail Cabo de Ajo
Betagarri Trail (24km, 1050m D+) vs Trail Cabo de Ajo (22km, 800m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate
Intermediate Physical profile
| Betagarri Trail | Trail Cabo de Ajo | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 24 October 2026 | 11 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Trail | Trail |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,050m D+ | 800m D+ |
Distances — Betagarri Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betagarri Trail 24K | 24 | 1,050 | 5h |
| Ikatz 15K | 15 | 660 | 3h30 |
| Txiki 8.5K | 8.5 | 280 | 2h |
Distances — Trail Cabo de Ajo
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail Runners 22K | 22 | 800 |
| Trail Hikers 20K | 20 | 500 |
Logistics & costs
| Betagarri Trail | Trail Cabo de Ajo | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Ancín, Navarre | Ajo, Bareyo, Cantabria |
| Distance between venues | 148 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 March 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | 14 October 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 4 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Betagarri Trail
No recommendations
Trail Cabo de Ajo
No recommendations
Accommodation
Betagarri Trail
No recommendations
Trail Cabo de Ajo
No recommendations
Gear
Betagarri Trail
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Trail Cabo de Ajo
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
Nutrition
Betagarri Trail
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
Trail Cabo de Ajo
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Transport
Betagarri Trail
No recommendations
Trail Cabo de Ajo
No recommendations
Car Rental
Betagarri Trail
-
Recommended for both
Trail Cabo de Ajo
-
-
Recommended for both
Insurance
Betagarri Trail
No recommendations
Trail Cabo de Ajo
No recommendations
Body Care
Betagarri Trail
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Trail Cabo de Ajo
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Sun Protection
Betagarri Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Cabo de Ajo
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Betagarri Trail is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Trail Cabo de Ajo. In terms of elevation gain, Betagarri Trail 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.