El Último León vs Spain Backyard Ultra
El Último León (6.706km, 150m D+) vs Spain Backyard Ultra (6.706km, 240m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Physical profile
| El Último León | Spain Backyard Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 31 January 2026 | 23 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mixed | Trail |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 150m D+ | 240m D+ |
Distances — El Último León
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backyard loop (6.706 km/h) | 6.706 | 150 | 1h |
Distances — Spain Backyard Ultra
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backyard loop (6.706 km/h) | 6.706 | 240 | 1h |
Logistics & costs
| El Último León | Spain Backyard Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Melilla, Melilla | Castro Caldelas, Ourense, Galicia |
| Distance between venues | 878 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
El Último León
No recommendations
Spain Backyard Ultra
No recommendations
Accommodation
El Último León
No recommendations
Spain Backyard Ultra
No recommendations
Gear
El Último León
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for bothPetzl
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Salomon Bonatti WPRecommended for bothSalomon
Spain Backyard Ultra
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for both
Petzl
- Salomon Bonatti WPRecommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
El Último León
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarRecommended for bothClif Bar
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Spain Backyard Ultra
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- Clif Bar Original Energy BarRecommended for both
Clif Bar
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
El Último León
No recommendations
Spain Backyard Ultra
No recommendations
Car Rental
El Último León
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Spain Backyard Ultra
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
El Último León
No recommendations
Spain Backyard Ultra
No recommendations
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, El Último León is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Spain Backyard Ultra. In terms of elevation gain, Spain Backyard Ultra 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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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.