Festival Cavalls del Vent vs Travesera Picos de Europa
Festival Cavalls del Vent (84km, 5600m D+) vs Travesera Picos de Europa (72km, 5800m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Elite Physical profile
| Festival Cavalls del Vent | Travesera Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 20 June 2026 | 12 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,600m D+ | 5,800m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 4 | 5 |
| 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 — Travesera Picos de Europa
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travesera 72K | 72 | 5,800 | 5 | 22h |
| Machacona 36K | 36 | 2,800 | 3 | 11h |
Logistics & costs
| Festival Cavalls del Vent | Travesera Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Bagà, Catalonia | Potes, Cantabria |
| Distance between venues | 539 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 1 March 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 15 August 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 8 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Accommodation
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Gear
Festival Cavalls del Vent
-
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Festival Cavalls del Vent
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Car Rental
Festival Cavalls del Vent
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Festival Cavalls del Vent
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
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 Travesera Picos de Europa. In terms of elevation gain, Travesera Picos de Europa 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.