Costa Blanca Trails vs Gran Trail de Peñalara
Costa Blanca Trails (102km, 6020m 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
| Costa Blanca Trails | Gran Trail de Peñalara | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 13 November 2026 | 9 October 2026 |
| Terrain | Ultra Trail | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 6,020m D+ | 5,100m D+ |
Distances — Costa Blanca Trails
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| GTCB 102K | 102 | 6,020 | 27h |
| UTCB 66K | 66 | 4,160 | 18h |
| MCB 41K | 41 | 3,100 | 12h |
| TPC 20K | 20 | 2,180 | 6h |
| MTF 17K | 17 | 1,010 | 5h |
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
| Costa Blanca Trails | Gran Trail de Peñalara | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Finestrat, Alicante, Valencian Community | Navacerrada, Community of Madrid |
| Distance between venues | 404 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 10 February 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 9 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Costa Blanca Trails
No recommendations
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Accommodation
Costa Blanca Trails
No recommendations
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Gear
Costa Blanca Trails
-
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
Costa Blanca Trails
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Gran Trail de Peñalara
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Costa Blanca Trails
No recommendations
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Car Rental
Costa Blanca Trails
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Gran Trail de Peñalara
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Costa Blanca Trails
No recommendations
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Body Care
Costa Blanca Trails
-
After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Sun Protection
Costa Blanca Trails
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 Costa Blanca Trails. In terms of elevation gain, Costa Blanca Trails 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.