EDP DesafiOSOmiedo vs Ultra Trail Gredos
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo (70km, 8000m D+) vs Ultra Trail Gredos (71km, 2322m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Advanced 
Advanced Physical profile
| EDP DesafiOSOmiedo | Ultra Trail Gredos | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 4 July 2026 | 19 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 8,000m D+ | 2,322m D+ |
Distances — EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTDS | 70 | 8,000 | 14h |
| MDS | 46 | 2,270 | 10h15 |
| SDS | 24 | 1,038 | 5h15 |
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
| EDP DesafiOSOmiedo | Ultra Trail Gredos | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Pola de Somiedo, Asturias | Hoyos del Espino, Ávila, Castile and Leon |
| Distance between venues | 316 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 December 2025 | — |
| Registration closes | — | 19 August 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 4 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Accommodation
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Gear
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500Precision Fuel & Hydration
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Transport
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Car Rental
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
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Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
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Insurance
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Body Care
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploRecommended for bothCompeed
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploRecommended for both
Compeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
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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 Gredos
- 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, Ultra Trail Gredos is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider EDP DesafiOSOmiedo. 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
Which is harder, EDP DesafiOSOmiedo or Ultra Trail Gredos?
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.