Cross de Las Dehesas vs Madrid Alpine Marathon
Cross de Las Dehesas (29km, 1900m D+) vs Madrid Alpine Marathon (44km, 2500m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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AdvancedPhysical profile
| Cross de Las Dehesas | Madrid Alpine Marathon | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 27 September 2026 | 14 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 1,900m D+ | 2,500m D+ |
Distances — Cross de Las Dehesas
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cross de Las Dehesas | 29 | 1,900 |
| Trail Dehesas de la Fuenfría | 15.2 | 960 |
Distances — Madrid Alpine Marathon
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Marathon 44K | 44 | 2,500 | 9h |
| Cross Alpino del Telégrafo 19K | 19 | 1,050 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Cross de Las Dehesas | Madrid Alpine Marathon | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Cercedilla, Community of Madrid | Cercedilla, Community of Madrid |
| Distance between venues | 0 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 May 2026 | 27 February 2026 |
| Registration closes | 7 September 2026 | 5 June 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 3 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Cross de Las Dehesas
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Accommodation
Cross de Las Dehesas
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Gear
Cross de Las Dehesas
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlRecommended for bothSalomon
Madrid Alpine Marathon
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Buff ThermonetBuff
Lifesystems Thermal BlanketLifesystems
- Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlRecommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Cross de Las Dehesas
Maurten Gel 100Maurten
226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
Madrid Alpine Marathon
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Transport
Cross de Las Dehesas
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Car Rental
Cross de Las Dehesas
Recommended for both
Madrid Alpine Marathon
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Cross de Las Dehesas
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Body Care
Cross de Las Dehesas
BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
Madrid Alpine Marathon
Julbo AerospeedJulbo
Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
Sun Protection
Cross de Las Dehesas
Recommended for both
Madrid Alpine Marathon
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Mountain). On its longest distance, Cross de Las Dehesas climbs around 66m per km versus 57m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Cross de Las Dehesas and Madrid Alpine Marathon both take place in Community of Madrid, about 0km 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
Cross de Las Dehesas is the cheaper entry, starting from €24 versus €29 for Madrid Alpine Marathon — a €5 gap on the entry-level distance.
Time of year
Cross de Las Dehesas runs in September and Madrid Alpine Marathon in June, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Cross de Las Dehesas falls right in its region's recommended window. Madrid Alpine Marathon falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
The two mandatory gear lists don't overlap at all. Cross de Las Dehesas additionally requires Mobile phone, Trail shoes, Water; Madrid Alpine Marathon additionally requires mobile phone, cup, windproof jacket and 3 more.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Madrid Alpine Marathon is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Cross de Las Dehesas. In terms of elevation gain, Madrid Alpine Marathon 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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