Festival Cavalls del Vent vs EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
Festival Cavalls del Vent (84km, 5600m D+) vs EDP DesafiOSOmiedo (70km, 8000m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Advanced 
Advanced Physical profile
| Festival Cavalls del Vent | EDP DesafiOSOmiedo | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 20 June 2026 | 4 July 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 5,600m D+ | 8,000m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 4 | — |
| UTMB Category | 100K | — |
Distances — Festival Cavalls del Vent
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cavalls del Vent OPEN | 84 | 5,600 | 4 | 24h |
| Cavalls del Vent HALF | 38 | 2,570 | 2 | 24h |
| Cavalls del Vent Dégustation | 28 | 2,000 | — | — |
Distances — EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTDS | 70 | 8,000 | 14h |
| MDS | 46 | 2,270 | 10h15 |
| SDS | 24 | 1,038 | 5h15 |
Logistics & costs
| Festival Cavalls del Vent | EDP DesafiOSOmiedo | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Bagà, Catalonia | Pola de Somiedo, Asturias |
| Distance between venues | 670 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 1 December 2025 |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 7 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
Accommodation
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
Gear
Festival Cavalls del Vent
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
Nutrition
Festival Cavalls del Vent
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
Transport
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
Car Rental
Festival Cavalls del Vent
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Recommended for both -
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
Body Care
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
Sun Protection
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
-
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Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
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Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Festival Cavalls del Vent is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider EDP DesafiOSOmiedo. In terms of elevation gain, EDP DesafiOSOmiedo 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.