Cross de Cuerda Larga vs La Osera
Cross de Cuerda Larga (26km, 1500m D+) vs La Osera (45km, 2300m 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 | La Osera | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 31 May 2026 | 16 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 1,500m D+ | 2,300m D+ |
Distances — Cross de Cuerda Larga
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cross de Cuerda Larga | 26 | 1,500 |
Distances — La Osera
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Marathon 45K | 45 | 2,300 |
| Half Marathon 25K | 25 | 1,300 |
| Sprint Trail 12K | 12 | 600 |
| Hiking 12K | 12 | 600 |
Logistics & costs
| Cross de Cuerda Larga | La Osera | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Miraflores de la Sierra, Community of Madrid | Paterna del Madera, Albacete, Castile-La Mancha |
| Distance between venues | 275 km | |
| Registration opens | 15 March 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | 27 May 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 5 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Cross de Cuerda Larga
No recommendations
La Osera
No recommendations
Accommodation
Cross de Cuerda Larga
No recommendations
La Osera
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
La Osera
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Cross de Cuerda Larga
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
La Osera
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Transport
Cross de Cuerda Larga
No recommendations
La Osera
No recommendations
Car Rental
Cross de Cuerda Larga
-
Recommended for both
La Osera
-
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Cross de Cuerda Larga
No recommendations
La Osera
No recommendations
Body Care
Cross de Cuerda Larga
-
Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
-
BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
La Osera
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Sun Protection
Cross de Cuerda Larga
-
Recommended for both
La Osera
- Recommended for both
-
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, La Osera is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Cross de Cuerda Larga. In terms of elevation gain, La Osera 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.