Foncea Trail vs V Trail Nieva de Cameros
Foncea Trail (20km, 820m D+) vs V Trail Nieva de Cameros (47km, 2350m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Physical profile
| Foncea Trail | V Trail Nieva de Cameros | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 29 March 2026 | 9 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 820m D+ | 2,350m D+ |
Distances — Foncea Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foncea Trail 20K | 20 | 820 | 4h |
| Foncea Trail 13.5K | 13.5 | 500 | 3h |
Distances — V Trail Nieva de Cameros
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon | 47 | 2,350 | 9h |
| Half | 23 | 1,200 | — |
| Short | 13.5 | 550 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Foncea Trail | V Trail Nieva de Cameros | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Foncea, La Rioja | Nieva de Cameros, La Rioja |
| Distance between venues | 57 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 1 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
V Trail Nieva de Cameros
No recommendations
Accommodation
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
V Trail Nieva de Cameros
No recommendations
Gear
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
V Trail Nieva de Cameros
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Salomon Speedcross 6Salomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Nutrition
Foncea Trail
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
V Trail Nieva de Cameros
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
V Trail Nieva de Cameros
No recommendations
Car Rental
Foncea Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
V Trail Nieva de Cameros
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
V Trail Nieva de Cameros
No recommendations
Body Care
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
V Trail Nieva de Cameros
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
Sun Protection
Foncea Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
V Trail Nieva de Cameros
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, V Trail Nieva de Cameros is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Foncea Trail. In terms of elevation gain, V Trail Nieva de Cameros 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.