CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana vs Irati Trail
CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana (21km, 1200m D+) vs Irati Trail (30km, 2000m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana | Irati Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 7 June 2026 | 6 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 1,200m D+ | 2,000m D+ |
Distances — CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| CxM 21K | 21 | 1,200 | 5h |
| Mini CxM 13K | 13 | 600 | 4h |
Distances — Irati Trail
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Irati Trail 30K | 30 | 2,000 |
Logistics & costs
| CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana | Irati Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Frigiliana, Andalusia | Ezcároz, Navarre |
| Distance between venues | 720 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | 3 June 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 3 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Accommodation
CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Gear
CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlSalomon
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Recommended for both
Irati Trail
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Recommended for both
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
- Salomon ADV Skin 12Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500Precision Fuel & Hydration
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedRecommended for bothDorimed
Irati Trail
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
- Dátiles Medjool DorimedRecommended for both
Dorimed
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
Transport
CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Car Rental
CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana
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Recommended for both -
Irati Trail
- Recommended for both
Insurance
CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Body Care
CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploRecommended for bothCompeed
Irati Trail
- Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploRecommended for both
Compeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both -
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
Irati Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Irati Trail is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana. In terms of elevation gain, Irati Trail 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.