Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race vs Mitxarro Bira
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race (26km, 1500m 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 Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
Jerte, Cáceres, Extremadura
Intermediate Physical profile
| Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race | Mitxarro Bira | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 19 April 2026 | 30 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,500m D+ | 1,775m D+ |
Distances — Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| CxM Garganta de los Infiernos 26K | 26 | 1,500 |
Distances — Mitxarro Bira
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trail Largo | 27.5 | 1,775 | 6h |
| Trail Corto | 14 | 550 | 3h30 |
Logistics & costs
| Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race | Mitxarro Bira | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Jerte, Cáceres, Extremadura | Araia, Basque Country |
| Distance between venues | 412 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 1 January 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 24 May 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 2 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Mitxarro Bira
No recommendations
Accommodation
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Mitxarro Bira
No recommendations
Gear
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Lifesystems Thermal BlanketLifesystems
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Fox 40 ClassicFox 40
Mitxarro Bira
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
Nutrition
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Mitxarro Bira
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
Transport
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Mitxarro Bira
No recommendations
Car Rental
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
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Recommended for both
Mitxarro Bira
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
No recommendations
Mitxarro Bira
No recommendations
Body Care
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Mitxarro Bira
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
Sun Protection
Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race
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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 Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race. 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.