Desafío Galayos 2026 vs Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
Desafío Galayos 2026 (20km, 1200m D+) vs Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race (26km, 1500m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate Desafío Galayos 2026
Arenas de San Pedro, Ávila, Castile and Leon
Intermediate Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
Jerte, Cáceres, Extremadura
Physical profile
| Desafío Galayos 2026 | Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 13 June 2026 | 19 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,200m D+ | 1,500m D+ |
Distances — Desafío Galayos 2026
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail 20K | 20 | 1,200 |
Distances — Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| CxM Garganta de los Infiernos 26K | 26 | 1,500 |
Logistics & costs
| Desafío Galayos 2026 | Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Arenas de San Pedro, Ávila, Castile and Leon | Jerte, Cáceres, Extremadura |
| Distance between venues | 57 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Desafío Galayos 2026
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Accommodation
Desafío Galayos 2026
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Gear
Desafío Galayos 2026
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
- Salomon ADV Skin 12Recommended for both
Salomon
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Lifesystems Thermal BlanketLifesystems
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Fox 40 ClassicFox 40
Nutrition
Desafío Galayos 2026
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Transport
Desafío Galayos 2026
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Car Rental
Desafío Galayos 2026
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Desafío Galayos 2026
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Body Care
Desafío Galayos 2026
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Sun Protection
Desafío Galayos 2026
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Recommended for both -
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
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Recommended for both
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Desafío Galayos 2026. In terms of elevation gain, Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race 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 Galayos 2026 or Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race?
When does each race take place?
How many distances does each race offer?
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.