Canfranc-Canfranc vs Gran Trail de Peñalara
Canfranc-Canfranc (100km, 8848m D+) vs Gran Trail de Peñalara (104km, 5100m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Physical profile
| Canfranc-Canfranc | Gran Trail de Peñalara | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 11 September 2026 | 9 October 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 8,848m D+ | 5,100m D+ |
Distances — Canfranc-Canfranc
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra 100K | 100 | 8,848 | 39h |
| Ultra 70K | 70 | 6,100 | 26h |
| Marathon 45K | 45 | 3,700 | 12h |
| Long Distance 26K | 26 | 1,700 | 8h |
| Classic 16K | 16 | 1,590 | — |
| Uphill 6K | 6 | 1,000 | — |
Distances — Gran Trail de Peñalara
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| GTP 104K | 104 | 5,100 | 24h30 |
| TP60 | 61 | 2,700 | 13h |
| Cross Nocturno Navacerrada | 11 | 450 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Canfranc-Canfranc | Gran Trail de Peñalara | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Canfranc-Estación, Aragon | Navacerrada, Community of Madrid |
| Distance between venues | 367 km | |
| Registration opens | 9 December 2025 | 10 February 2026 |
| Registration closes | 31 August 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 8 mandatory items | 9 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Canfranc-Canfranc
No recommendations
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Accommodation
Canfranc-Canfranc
No recommendations
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Gear
Canfranc-Canfranc
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Gran Trail de Peñalara
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
Canfranc-Canfranc
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Gran Trail de Peñalara
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Canfranc-Canfranc
No recommendations
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Car Rental
Canfranc-Canfranc
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Gran Trail de Peñalara
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Canfranc-Canfranc
No recommendations
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Gran Trail de Peñalara is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Canfranc-Canfranc. In terms of elevation gain, Canfranc-Canfranc 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.