Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa vs Irati Trail
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa (24.25km, 1650m D+) vs Irati Trail (30km, 2000m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa | Irati Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 16 May 2026 | 6 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 1,650m D+ | 2,000m D+ |
Distances — Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haritza | 24.25 | 1,650 | 5h |
| Artea | 11 | 550 | 2h |
Distances — Irati Trail
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Irati Trail 30K | 30 | 2,000 |
Logistics & costs
| Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa | Irati Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Unzué, Navarre | Ezcároz, Navarre |
| Distance between venues | 51 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 March 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | 10 May 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 1 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Accommodation
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Gear
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Recommended for bothSalomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Irati Trail
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
- Salomon ADV Skin 12Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
Irati Trail
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
Transport
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Car Rental
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
Irati Trail
Insurance
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
No recommendations
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Body Care
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Irati Trail
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Irati Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Irati Trail is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Haritzen Mendi Lasterketa. In terms of elevation gain, Irati 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
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.