Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí vs HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí (42km, 2800m D+) vs HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB (163km, 10000m 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 | HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 27 June 2026 | 3 July 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 2,800m D+ | 10,000m D+ |
| UTMB Category | — | 100M |
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 — HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| VDA 163K | 163 | 10,000 | 48h |
| CDH 110K | 110 | 6,400 | 28h |
| TDL 75K | 75 | 5,100 | 20h |
| PDA 55K | 55 | 3,300 | 14h |
| EXP 32K | 32 | 2,100 | 7h15 |
| SKY 18K | 18 | 900 | — |
| SKY Promesas 18K | 18 | 900 | — |
| Vielha 10K | 10 | 500 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí | HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Barruera, Vall de Boí, Catalonia | Vielha, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 21 km | |
| Registration opens | 15 January 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | 15 June 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 5 mandatory items | 12 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Accommodation
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
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
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
- 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
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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SiS GO Isotonic Energy GelScience in Sport
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Car Rental
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Body Care
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Sun Protection
Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
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Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Garmin Epic Trail Vall de Boí. In terms of elevation gain, HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB 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.