Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí vs Irati Trail
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí (42km, 2800m D+) vs Irati Trail (30km, 2000m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Advanced Physical profile
| Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí | Irati Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 27 June 2026 | 6 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,800m D+ | 2,000m D+ |
Distances — Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon 42K | 42 | 2,800 | 12h |
| Sky 24K | 24 | 1,900 | 7h |
| Speed 12K | 12 | 500 | 3h |
Distances — Irati Trail
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Irati Trail 30K | 30 | 2,000 |
Logistics & costs
| Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí | Irati Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Barruera, Vall de Boí, Catalonia | Ezcároz, Navarre |
| Distance between venues | 159 km | |
| Registration opens | 15 January 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | 15 June 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 5 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Accommodation
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Gear
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Recommended for both -
Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Irati Trail
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Recommended for both
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
Nutrition
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500Precision Fuel & Hydration
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Irati Trail
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
Transport
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Car Rental
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Recommended for both -
Irati Trail
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Body Care
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Irati Trail
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Irati Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Irati Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí 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.