Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí vs Madrid Alpine Marathon
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí (42km, 2800m D+) vs Madrid Alpine Marathon (44km, 2500m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí | Madrid Alpine Marathon | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 27 June 2026 | 14 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,800m D+ | 2,500m 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 — Madrid Alpine Marathon
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Marathon 44K | 44 | 2,500 | 9h |
| Cross Alpino del Telégrafo 19K | 19 | 1,050 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí | Madrid Alpine Marathon | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Barruera, Vall de Boí, Catalonia | Cercedilla, Community of Madrid |
| Distance between venues | 449 km | |
| Registration opens | 15 January 2026 | 27 February 2026 |
| Registration closes | 15 June 2026 | 5 June 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 5 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Accommodation
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Gear
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryRecommended for bothGore Wear
Madrid Alpine Marathon
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryRecommended for both
Gore Wear
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Buff ThermonetBuff
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Lifesystems Thermal BlanketLifesystems
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Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlSalomon
Nutrition
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500Precision Fuel & Hydration
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Car Rental
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Madrid Alpine Marathon
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Body Care
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
Sun Protection
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Madrid Alpine Marathon
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Madrid Alpine Marathon is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí. 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.