Gran Trail de Peñalara vs Travesera Picos de Europa
Gran Trail de Peñalara (104km, 5100m D+) vs Travesera Picos de Europa (72km, 5800m 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 | Travesera Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 9 October 2026 | 12 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,100m D+ | 5,800m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 5 |
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 — Travesera Picos de Europa
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travesera 72K | 72 | 5,800 | 5 | 22h |
| Machacona 36K | 36 | 2,800 | 3 | 11h |
Logistics & costs
| Gran Trail de Peñalara | Travesera Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Navacerrada, Community of Madrid | Potes, Cantabria |
| Distance between venues | 274 km | |
| Registration opens | 10 February 2026 | 1 March 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 15 August 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 9 mandatory items | 8 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Accommodation
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
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
Travesera Picos de Europa
- 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
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Car Rental
Gran Trail de Peñalara
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Gran Trail de Peñalara
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Gran Trail de Peñalara is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Travesera Picos de Europa. In terms of elevation gain, Travesera 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.