Foncea Trail vs Mitxarro Bira
Foncea Trail (20km, 820m D+) vs Mitxarro Bira (27.5km, 1775m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Physical profile
| Foncea Trail | Mitxarro Bira | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 29 March 2026 | 30 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 820m D+ | 1,775m D+ |
Distances — Foncea Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foncea Trail 20K | 20 | 820 | 4h |
| Foncea Trail 13.5K | 13.5 | 500 | 3h |
Distances — Mitxarro Bira
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trail Largo | 27.5 | 1,775 | 6h |
| Trail Corto | 14 | 550 | 3h30 |
Logistics & costs
| Foncea Trail | Mitxarro Bira | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Foncea, La Rioja | Araia, Basque Country |
| Distance between venues | 63 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 1 January 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 24 May 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 2 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Mitxarro Bira
No recommendations
Accommodation
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Mitxarro Bira
No recommendations
Gear
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Mitxarro Bira
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Salomon Speedcross 6Salomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
Nutrition
Foncea Trail
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Mitxarro Bira
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
Transport
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Mitxarro Bira
No recommendations
Car Rental
Foncea Trail
-
-
Recommended for both
Mitxarro Bira
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Mitxarro Bira
No recommendations
Body Care
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Mitxarro Bira
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
Sun Protection
Foncea Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Mitxarro Bira
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Mitxarro Bira is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Foncea Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Mitxarro Bira 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.