Desafío Galayos 2026 vs Ultra Trail Gredos
Desafío Galayos 2026 (20km, 1200m D+) vs Ultra Trail Gredos (71km, 2322m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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| Desafío Galayos 2026 | Ultra Trail Gredos | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 13 June 2026 | 19 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 1,200m D+ | 2,322m D+ |
Distances — Desafío Galayos 2026
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail 20K | 20 | 1,200 |
Distances — Ultra Trail Gredos
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Ultra de Gredos 71K | 71 | 2,322 |
| Gran Trail de Gredos 54K | 54 | 1,341 |
| Maratón de Gredos 43K | 43 | 1,347 |
| Skyline de Gredos 33K | 33 | 691 |
| Media Maratón de Gredos 20K | 20 | 472 |
| 10K de Gredos | 10 | 168 |
Logistics & costs
| Desafío Galayos 2026 | Ultra Trail Gredos | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Arenas de San Pedro, Ávila, Castile and Leon | Hoyos del Espino, Ávila, Castile and Leon |
| Distance between venues | 18 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | 19 August 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 4 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Desafío Galayos 2026
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Accommodation
Desafío Galayos 2026
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Gear
Desafío Galayos 2026
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
Desafío Galayos 2026
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500(opens in a new tab)Precision Fuel & Hydration
- Recommended for both
Transport
Desafío Galayos 2026
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Car Rental
Desafío Galayos 2026
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Desafío Galayos 2026
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Body Care
Desafío Galayos 2026
Recommended for both
Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothSquirrel's Nut Butter
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
Leukotape P Sports Tape(opens in a new tab)BSN Medical (Leukotape)
- Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Squirrel's Nut Butter
- Recommended for both
Sun Protection
Desafío Galayos 2026
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Mountain). On its longest distance, Desafío Galayos 2026 climbs around 60m per km versus 33m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Desafío Galayos 2026 and Ultra Trail Gredos both take place in Castile and Leon, about 18km apart in a straight line — close enough to scout one course while training for the other, or fold both into a single trip.
Entry price
Neither race has published entry pricing yet — check each official website before budgeting your season.
Time of year
Desafío Galayos 2026 runs in June and Ultra Trail Gredos in September, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Desafío Galayos 2026 falls right in its region's recommended window. Ultra Trail Gredos falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
The two mandatory gear lists don't overlap at all. Ultra Trail Gredos additionally requires waterproof windbreaker, headlamp, mobile phone and 1 more.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Ultra Trail Gredos is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Desafío Galayos 2026. In terms of elevation gain, Ultra Trail Gredos 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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