CxM Alfarnat Trail vs Petaca Trail
CxM Alfarnat Trail (23km, 1450m D+) vs Petaca Trail (25km, 1200m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Petaca Trail
Cabezarrubias del Puerto, Ciudad Real, Castile-La Mancha
Physical profile
| CxM Alfarnat Trail | Petaca Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 28 March 2026 | 29 March 2026 |
| Terrain | Trail | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,450m D+ | 1,200m D+ |
Distances — CxM Alfarnat Trail
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail 23K | 23 | 1,450 |
| Trail 14K | 14 | 700 |
Distances — Petaca Trail
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail Largo 25K | 25 | 1,200 |
| Trail Corto 14K | 14 | 600 |
| Hiking Route 11K | 11 | 250 |
Logistics & costs
| CxM Alfarnat Trail | Petaca Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Alfarnate, Andalusia | Cabezarrubias del Puerto, Ciudad Real, Castile-La Mancha |
| Distance between venues | 180 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | 23 March 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
CxM Alfarnat Trail
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
No recommendations
Accommodation
CxM Alfarnat Trail
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
No recommendations
Gear
CxM Alfarnat Trail
-
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Petaca Trail
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
CxM Alfarnat Trail
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Petaca Trail
-
Maurten Gel 100Maurten
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
CxM Alfarnat Trail
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
No recommendations
Car Rental
CxM Alfarnat Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Petaca Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
CxM Alfarnat Trail
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
No recommendations
Body Care
CxM Alfarnat Trail
-
Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
Petaca Trail
-
After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Sun Protection
CxM Alfarnat Trail
-
Recommended for both
Petaca Trail
- Recommended for both
-
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Petaca Trail is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider CxM Alfarnat Trail. In terms of elevation gain, CxM Alfarnat Trail is the more demanding option. Both races offer a complete Pack 360 with everything you need for race day.
Frequently asked questions
Which is harder, CxM Alfarnat Trail or Petaca Trail?
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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.