XVII CxM Carrera Pencona vs Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona (21km, 1200m D+) vs Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race (26km, 1500m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Advanced XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
Aldeanueva de la Vera, Cáceres, Extremadura
Intermediate Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
Jerte, Cáceres, Extremadura
Physical profile
| XVII CxM Carrera Pencona | Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 31 May 2026 | 19 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,200m D+ | 1,500m D+ |
Distances — XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrera Pencona 21K | 21 | 1,200 | 5h |
| Mini Pencona 11K | 11 | 500 | 2h |
Distances — Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| CxM Garganta de los Infiernos 26K | 26 | 1,500 |
Logistics & costs
| XVII CxM Carrera Pencona | Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Aldeanueva de la Vera, Cáceres, Extremadura | Jerte, Cáceres, Extremadura |
| Distance between venues | 12 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Accommodation
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Gear
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Lifesystems Thermal BlanketRecommended for bothLifesystems
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Fox 40 ClassicRecommended for bothFox 40
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
- Lifesystems Thermal BlanketRecommended for both
Lifesystems
- Fox 40 ClassicRecommended for both
Fox 40
Nutrition
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
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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 LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Car Rental
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Body Care
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Sun Protection
XVII CxM Carrera Pencona
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider XVII CxM Carrera Pencona. In terms of elevation gain, Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain 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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When does each race take place?
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Do I need the same mandatory gear for both?
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.