Cross de Cuerda Larga vs Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
Cross de Cuerda Larga (26km, 1500m D+) vs Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa (24.25km, 1650m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Advanced Cross de Cuerda Larga
Miraflores de la Sierra, Community of Madrid
Advanced Physical profile
| Cross de Cuerda Larga | Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 31 May 2026 | 16 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 1,500m D+ | 1,650m D+ |
Distances — Cross de Cuerda Larga
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cross de Cuerda Larga | 26 | 1,500 |
Distances — Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haritza | 24.25 | 1,650 | 5h |
| Artea | 11 | 550 | 2h |
Logistics & costs
| Cross de Cuerda Larga | Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Miraflores de la Sierra, Community of Madrid | Unzué, Navarre |
| Distance between venues | 272 km | |
| Registration opens | 15 March 2026 | 1 March 2026 |
| Registration closes | 27 May 2026 | 10 May 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 5 mandatory items | 1 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Cross de Cuerda Larga
No recommendations
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
No recommendations
Accommodation
Cross de Cuerda Larga
No recommendations
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
No recommendations
Gear
Cross de Cuerda Larga
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlSalomon
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
Cross de Cuerda Larga
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
Transport
Cross de Cuerda Larga
No recommendations
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
No recommendations
Car Rental
Cross de Cuerda Larga
-
Recommended for both
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Cross de Cuerda Larga
No recommendations
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
No recommendations
Body Care
Cross de Cuerda Larga
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Sun Protection
Cross de Cuerda Larga
-
Recommended for both
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
- Recommended for both
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Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Cross de Cuerda Larga is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa. In terms of elevation gain, Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa 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.