Foncea Trail vs Petaca Trail
Foncea Trail (20km, 820m D+) vs Petaca Trail (25km, 1200m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate
IntermediatePetaca Trail
Cabezarrubias del Puerto, Ciudad Real, Castile-La Mancha
Physical profile
| Foncea Trail | Petaca Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 29 March 2026 | 29 March 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 820m D+ | 1,200m D+ |
Distances — Foncea Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foncea Trail 20K | 20 | 820 | 4h |
| Foncea Trail 13.5K | 13.5 | 500 | 3h |
Distances — Petaca Trail
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail Largo 25K | 25 | 1,200 |
| Trail Corto 14K | 14 | 600 |
| Hiking Route 11K | 11 | 250 |
Logistics & costs
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
No recommendations
Accommodation
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
No recommendations
Gear
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
Salomon Speedcross 6Salomon
Nutrition
Foncea Trail
Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Petaca Trail
Maurten Gel 100Maurten
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
No recommendations
Car Rental
Foncea Trail
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Petaca Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
No recommendations
Body Care
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Petaca Trail
After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Sun Protection
Foncea Trail
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Petaca Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Mountain). On its longest distance, Petaca Trail climbs around 48m per km versus 41m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Foncea Trail (La Rioja) and Petaca Trail (Castile-La Mancha) sit roughly 460km apart — worth factoring into travel plans if you're weighing both for the same season.
Entry price
Petaca Trail is the cheaper entry, starting from €10 versus €26 for Foncea Trail — a €16 gap on the entry-level distance.
Time of year
Both races take place in March, so you'll have to pick one per season. Foncea Trail falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
The two mandatory gear lists don't overlap at all.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Petaca Trail is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Foncea Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Petaca 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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