X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás vs Petaca Trail
X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás (21.5km, 1205m D+) vs Petaca Trail (25km, 1200m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate
IntermediatePetaca Trail
Cabezarrubias del Puerto, Ciudad Real, Castile-La Mancha
Physical profile
| X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás | Petaca Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 26 April 2026 | 29 March 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,205m D+ | 1,200m D+ |
Distances — X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| CxM Long 21.5K | 21.5 | 1,205 |
| CxM Short 10.5K | 10.5 | 405 |
Distances — Petaca Trail
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail Largo 25K | 25 | 1,200 |
| Trail Corto 14K | 14 | 600 |
| Hiking Route 11K | 11 | 250 |
Logistics & costs
| X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás | Petaca Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Hervás, Cáceres, Extremadura | Cabezarrubias del Puerto, Ciudad Real, Castile-La Mancha |
| Distance between venues | 234 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 March 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 4 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
No recommendations
Accommodation
X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
No recommendations
Gear
X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás
Recommended for both
Petaca Trail
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás
Recommended for both
Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothGourmet Latino
Petaca Trail
- Recommended for both
- Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
No recommendations
Car Rental
X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Petaca Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
No recommendations
Body Care
X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás
After Bite Xtra Gel(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothAfter Bite
Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothSquirrel's Nut Butter
Recommended for both
Petaca Trail
- After Bite Xtra Gel(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
After Bite
- Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Squirrel's Nut Butter
- Recommended for both
Sun Protection
X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Petaca Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Mountain). On its longest distance, X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás climbs around 56m per km versus 48m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás (Extremadura) and Petaca Trail (Castile-La Mancha) sit roughly 234km apart — worth factoring into travel plans if you're weighing both for the same season.
Entry price
Petaca Trail starts from €10 for its shortest distance; X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás hasn't published pricing yet.
Time of year
X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás runs in April and Petaca Trail in March, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately.
Mandatory gear
The two mandatory gear lists don't overlap at all. X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás additionally requires Emergency blanket, Mobile phone, Whistle and 1 more.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Petaca Trail is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás. In terms of elevation gain, X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás 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, X CxM Deportes Parra Hervás or Petaca Trail?
When does each race take place?
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