Gomera Paradise Trail vs Trail Picos de la Demanda
Gomera Paradise Trail (30km, 2536m D+) vs Trail Picos de la Demanda (35km, 2300m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Advanced Gomera Paradise Trail
San Sebastián de La Gomera, Canary Islands
Advanced Physical profile
| Gomera Paradise Trail | Trail Picos de la Demanda | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 19 September 2026 | 12 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Skyrunning | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,536m D+ | 2,300m D+ |
Distances — Gomera Paradise Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky 30K | 30 | 2,536 | 8h |
| Short Sky 16K | 16 | 993 | 5h |
| Starter 10K | 10 | 367 | 3h |
Distances — Trail Picos de la Demanda
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35K Trail | 35 | 2,300 | 8h |
| 24K Trail | 24 | 1,200 | 5h |
| 10K Trail | 10.5 | 450 | 3h |
| Nocturna by Irier | 7 | 350 | 2h |
Logistics & costs
| Gomera Paradise Trail | Trail Picos de la Demanda | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | San Sebastián de La Gomera, Canary Islands | Ezcaray, La Rioja |
| Distance between venues | 2030 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 4 mandatory items | 5 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Gomera Paradise Trail
No recommendations
Trail Picos de la Demanda
No recommendations
Accommodation
Gomera Paradise Trail
No recommendations
Trail Picos de la Demanda
No recommendations
Gear
Gomera Paradise Trail
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Trail Picos de la Demanda
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
Nutrition
Gomera Paradise Trail
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Trail Picos de la Demanda
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Transport
Gomera Paradise Trail
No recommendations
Trail Picos de la Demanda
No recommendations
Car Rental
Gomera Paradise Trail
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Picos de la Demanda
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Insurance
Gomera Paradise Trail
No recommendations
Trail Picos de la Demanda
No recommendations
Body Care
Gomera Paradise Trail
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Trail Picos de la Demanda
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
Sun Protection
Gomera Paradise Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Picos de la Demanda
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Trail Picos de la Demanda is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Gomera Paradise Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Gomera Paradise Trail 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
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