EDP DesafiOSOmiedo vs GTPE Picos de Europa
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo (70km, 8000m D+) vs GTPE Picos de Europa (70km, 5300m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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ElitePhysical profile
| EDP DesafiOSOmiedo | GTPE Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 4 July 2026 | 27 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 8,000m D+ | 5,300m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 2 |
Distances — EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTDS | 70 | 8,000 | 14h |
| MDS | 46 | 2,270 | 10h15 |
| SDS | 24 | 1,038 | 5h15 |
Distances — GTPE Picos de Europa
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTPE 70K | 70 | 5,300 | — | 18h 30min |
| GTPE 48K | 48 | 2,700 | 2 | 11h |
| GTPE 35K | 35 | 2,200 | — | 9h |
| GTPE 22K | 22 | 1,383 | — | 6h |
| GTPE 10K | 10 | 500 | — | — |
Logistics & costs
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Accommodation
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Gear
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
GTPE Picos de Europa
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
GTPE Picos de Europa
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Transport
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Car Rental
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
Recommended for both
GTPE Picos de Europa
- Recommended for both
Insurance
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Body Care
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
GTPE Picos de Europa
After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Sun Protection
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
Recommended for both
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
Recommended for both
GTPE Picos de Europa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Mountain). On its longest distance, EDP DesafiOSOmiedo climbs around 114m per km versus 76m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo and GTPE Picos de Europa both take place in Asturias, about 96km 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
GTPE Picos de Europa is the cheaper entry, starting from €25 versus €55 for EDP DesafiOSOmiedo — a €30 gap on the entry-level distance.
Time of year
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo runs in July and GTPE Picos de Europa in June, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. EDP DesafiOSOmiedo falls right in its region's recommended window. GTPE Picos de Europa falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
The two mandatory gear lists don't overlap at all. EDP DesafiOSOmiedo additionally requires mountain or trail running shoes, hooded long-sleeve windbreaker, cap, visor or bandana and 4 more; GTPE Picos de Europa additionally requires cortavientos, camiseta-termica, mallas-largas and 8 more.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, EDP DesafiOSOmiedo is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider GTPE Picos de Europa. In terms of elevation gain, EDP DesafiOSOmiedo 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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