Gran Trail de Peñalara vs Mallorca by UTMB
Gran Trail de Peñalara (104km, 5100m D+) vs Mallorca by UTMB (138km, 5350m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Physical profile
| Gran Trail de Peñalara | Mallorca by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 9 October 2026 | 30 October 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,100m D+ | 5,350m D+ |
| UTMB Category | — | 100M |
Distances — Gran Trail de Peñalara
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| GTP 104K | 104 | 5,100 | 24h30 |
| TP60 | 61 | 2,700 | 13h |
| Cross Nocturno Navacerrada | 11 | 450 | — |
Distances — Mallorca by UTMB
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| SDT 138K | 138 | 5,350 | 30h30 |
| CPS 104K | 104 | 3,740 | 21h30 |
| ETM 56K | 56 | 2,450 | 12h |
| CDA 26K | 26 | 1,000 | 5h |
Logistics & costs
| Gran Trail de Peñalara | Mallorca by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Navacerrada, Community of Madrid | Sóller, Mallorca, Balearic Islands |
| Distance between venues | 580 km | |
| Registration opens | 10 February 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 9 mandatory items | 7 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
Accommodation
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
Gear
Gran Trail de Peñalara
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for bothPetzl
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Mallorca by UTMB
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
- Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for both
Petzl
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
Nutrition
Gran Trail de Peñalara
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Mallorca 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
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
Car Rental
Gran Trail de Peñalara
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Mallorca by UTMB
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
Sun Protection
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Mallorca by UTMB
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Mallorca by UTMB is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Gran Trail de Peñalara. In terms of elevation gain, Mallorca 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.