Desafío Ultra El Cainejo vs Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
Desafío Ultra El Cainejo (52km, 5500m D+) vs Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa (50km, 4100m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite Desafío Ultra El Cainejo
Caín de Valdeón, León, Castile and Leon
Advanced Physical profile
| Desafío Ultra El Cainejo | Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 23 May 2026 | 27 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 5,500m D+ | 4,100m D+ |
| UTMB Category | 100K | — |
Distances — Desafío Ultra El Cainejo
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desafío Ultra 52K | 52 | 5,500 | 16h |
| Cainejo 35K | 35.7 | 3,200 | 12h |
| Cainejín 19K | 19.5 | 1,800 | 6h |
Distances — Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra de Tendeñera 50K | 50 | 4,100 | 18h |
| Vuelta al Cebollar 25K | 25 | 1,800 | 7h |
| Os Foratos de Lomenas 13K | 13 | 600 | 3h |
| KV Arañonera | 2.9 | 600 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Desafío Ultra El Cainejo | Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Caín de Valdeón, León, Castile and Leon | Torla-Ordesa, Huesca, Aragon |
| Distance between venues | 411 km | |
| Registration opens | 5 December 2025 | 28 December 2025 |
| Registration closes | 18 May 2026 | 1 June 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 13 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Desafío Ultra El Cainejo
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
No recommendations
Accommodation
Desafío Ultra El Cainejo
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
No recommendations
Gear
Desafío Ultra El Cainejo
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for bothPetzl
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Recommended for both -
Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryRecommended for bothGore Wear
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Recommended for both
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
- Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for both
Petzl
- Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryRecommended for both
Gore Wear
Nutrition
Desafío Ultra El Cainejo
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500Precision Fuel & Hydration
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Desafío Ultra El Cainejo
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
No recommendations
Car Rental
Desafío Ultra El Cainejo
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Desafío Ultra El Cainejo
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
No recommendations
Body Care
Desafío Ultra El Cainejo
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
- Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for both
Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Sun Protection
Desafío Ultra El Cainejo
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Recommended for both -
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Recommended for bothPiz Buin
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Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
- Recommended for both
- Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Recommended for both
Piz Buin
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Desafío Ultra El Cainejo is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa. In terms of elevation gain, Desafío Ultra El Cainejo 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, Desafío Ultra El Cainejo or Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa?
When does each race take place?
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What type of terrain does each race have?
Do I need the same mandatory gear for both?
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.