Gran Trail de Peñalara vs Penyagolosa Trails
Gran Trail de Peñalara (104km, 5100m D+) vs Penyagolosa Trails (106km, 5600m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Penyagolosa Trails
Castellón de la Plana, Valencian Community
Physical profile
| Gran Trail de Peñalara | Penyagolosa Trails | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 9 October 2026 | 18 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Ultra Trail |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,100m D+ | 5,600m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 6 |
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 — Penyagolosa Trails
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSP | 106 | 5,600 | 6 | 25h 30min |
| MiM | 60 | 3,300 | 4 | 15h |
Logistics & costs
| Gran Trail de Peñalara | Penyagolosa Trails | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Navacerrada, Community of Madrid | Castellón de la Plana, Valencian Community |
| Distance between venues | 344 km | |
| Registration opens | 10 February 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 9 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Penyagolosa Trails
No recommendations
Accommodation
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Penyagolosa Trails
No recommendations
Gear
Gran Trail de Peñalara
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Penyagolosa Trails
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Gran Trail de Peñalara
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Penyagolosa Trails
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Penyagolosa Trails
No recommendations
Car Rental
Gran Trail de Peñalara
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Penyagolosa Trails
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Penyagolosa Trails
No recommendations
Sun Protection
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Penyagolosa Trails
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Penyagolosa Trails is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Gran Trail de Peñalara. In terms of elevation gain, Penyagolosa Trails 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.