Foncea Trail vs Xtreme Higa de Monreal
Foncea Trail (20km, 820m D+) vs Xtreme Higa de Monreal (21km, 1145m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Physical profile
| Foncea Trail | Xtreme Higa de Monreal | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 29 March 2026 | 3 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 820m D+ | 1,145m D+ |
Distances — Foncea Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foncea Trail 20K | 20 | 820 | 4h |
| Foncea Trail 13.5K | 13.5 | 500 | 3h |
Distances — Xtreme Higa de Monreal
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xtreme Larga 21K | 21 | 1,145 | 3h30 |
| Xtreme Corta 12K | 12 | 556 | 2h |
Logistics & costs
| Foncea Trail | Xtreme Higa de Monreal | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Foncea, La Rioja | Monreal, Navarre |
| Distance between venues | 122 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 16 March 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 27 April 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 4 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
No recommendations
Accommodation
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
No recommendations
Gear
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
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Salomon Speedcross 6Salomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
Foncea Trail
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
Transport
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
No recommendations
Car Rental
Foncea Trail
-
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Recommended for both
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
No recommendations
Body Care
Foncea Trail
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Sun Protection
Foncea Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Xtreme Higa de Monreal is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Foncea Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Xtreme Higa de Monreal 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.