El Valle Trail vs Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
El Valle Trail (26km, 1600m 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 
Intermediate Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
Jerte, Cáceres, Extremadura
Physical profile
| El Valle Trail | Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 14 March 2026 | 19 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,600m D+ | 1,500m D+ |
Distances — El Valle Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extreme | 26 | 1,600 | 5h |
| Sprint | 18 | 1,000 | — |
Distances — Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| CxM Garganta de los Infiernos 26K | 26 | 1,500 |
Logistics & costs
| El Valle Trail | Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Murcia, Region of Murcia | Jerte, Cáceres, Extremadura |
| Distance between venues | 471 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | 9 March 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 2 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
El Valle Trail
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Accommodation
El Valle Trail
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Gear
El Valle Trail
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlSalomon
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Lifesystems Thermal BlanketLifesystems
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Fox 40 ClassicFox 40
Nutrition
El Valle Trail
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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SiS GO Isotonic Energy GelScience in Sport
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
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
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
El Valle Trail
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Car Rental
El Valle Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
El Valle Trail
No recommendations
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Body Care
El Valle Trail
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for both
Buff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Sun Protection
El Valle Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, El Valle Trail is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race. In terms of elevation gain, El Valle Trail 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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When does each race take place?
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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.