El Valle Trail vs Trail Tierra de Ibias
El Valle Trail (26km, 1600m D+) vs Trail Tierra de Ibias (21.9km, 1300m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Physical profile
| El Valle Trail | Trail Tierra de Ibias | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 14 March 2026 | 25 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,600m D+ | 1,300m D+ |
Distances — El Valle Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extreme | 26 | 1,600 | 5h |
| Sprint | 18 | 1,000 | — |
Distances — Trail Tierra de Ibias
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Half Marathon 21K | 21.9 | 1,300 |
| Speed Trail 12K | 12.7 | 680 |
| Hikers 8K | 8.5 | 300 |
Logistics & costs
| El Valle Trail | Trail Tierra de Ibias | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Murcia, Region of Murcia | San Antolín de Ibias, Asturias |
| Distance between venues | 744 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | 9 March 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 2 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
El Valle Trail
No recommendations
Trail Tierra de Ibias
No recommendations
Accommodation
El Valle Trail
No recommendations
Trail Tierra de Ibias
No recommendations
Gear
El Valle Trail
-
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlSalomon
Trail Tierra de Ibias
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
El Valle Trail
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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SiS GO Isotonic Energy GelScience in Sport
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Trail Tierra de Ibias
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
El Valle Trail
No recommendations
Trail Tierra de Ibias
No recommendations
Car Rental
El Valle Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Tierra de Ibias
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
El Valle Trail
No recommendations
Trail Tierra de Ibias
No recommendations
Body Care
El Valle Trail
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
Trail Tierra de Ibias
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Sun Protection
El Valle Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Tierra de Ibias
- 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 Trail Tierra de Ibias. 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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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.