Festival Cavalls del Vent vs Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
Festival Cavalls del Vent (84km, 5600m D+) vs Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí (42km, 2800m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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ElitePhysical profile
| Festival Cavalls del Vent | Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 20 June 2026 | 27 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,600m D+ | 2,800m 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 — Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon 42K | 42 | 2,800 | 12h |
| Sky 24K | 24 | 1,900 | 7h |
| Speed 12K | 12 | 500 | 3h |
Logistics & costs
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Accommodation
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Gear
Festival Cavalls del Vent
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
Festival Cavalls del Vent
Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
Maurten Gel 100Maurten
Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500Precision Fuel & Hydration
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Car Rental
Festival Cavalls del Vent
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Sun Protection
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Mountain). On its longest distance, Festival Cavalls del Vent climbs around 67m per km versus 67m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Festival Cavalls del Vent and Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí both take place in Catalonia, about 92km 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
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí starts from €30 for its shortest distance; Festival Cavalls del Vent hasn't published pricing yet.
Time of year
Both races take place in June, so you'll have to pick one per season. Festival Cavalls del Vent falls right in its region's recommended window. Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
5 items overlap between both mandatory gear lists. Festival Cavalls del Vent additionally requires frontal, camiseta-termica.
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 Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí. In terms of elevation gain, Festival Cavalls del Vent 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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