Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí vs GTPE Picos de Europa
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí (42km, 2800m D+) vs GTPE Picos de Europa (70km, 5300m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Physical profile
| Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí | GTPE Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 27 June 2026 | 27 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 2,800m D+ | 5,300m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 2 |
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 — GTPE Picos de Europa
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTPE 70K | 70 | 5,300 | — | 18h 30min |
| GTPE 48K | 48 | 2,700 | 2 | 11h |
| GTPE 35K | 35 | 2,200 | — | 9h |
| GTPE 22K | 22 | 1,383 | — | 6h |
| GTPE 10K | 10 | 500 | — | — |
Logistics & costs
| Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí | GTPE Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Barruera, Vall de Boí, Catalonia | Benia de Onís, Asturias |
| Distance between venues | 490 km | |
| Registration opens | 15 January 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | 15 June 2026 | 23 June 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 5 mandatory items | 11 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Accommodation
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
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
GTPE Picos de Europa
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Recommended for both
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 LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
GTPE Picos de Europa
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Car Rental
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
GTPE Picos de Europa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Body Care
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Sun Protection
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
GTPE Picos de Europa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, GTPE Picos de Europa is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí. In terms of elevation gain, GTPE Picos de Europa 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.