Irati Trail vs Triku Trail
Irati Trail (30km, 2000m D+) vs Triku Trail (21km, 1300m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Advanced
IntermediatePhysical profile
| Irati Trail | Triku Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 6 June 2026 | 28 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Trail |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 2,000m D+ | 1,300m D+ |
Distances — Irati Trail
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Irati Trail 30K | 30 | 2,000 |
Distances — Triku Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triku Trail 21K | 21 | 1,300 | 4h |
| Triku Trail 10K | 10 | 560 | 2h 30min |
Logistics & costs
| Irati Trail | Triku Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Ezcároz, Navarre | Etxarri-Aranatz, Navarre |
| Distance between venues | 81 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 1 January 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 19 June 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 1 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Triku Trail
No recommendations
Accommodation
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Triku Trail
No recommendations
Gear
Irati Trail
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Triku Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
Irati Trail
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Triku Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Transport
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Triku Trail
No recommendations
Car Rental
Irati Trail
Triku Trail
Insurance
Irati Trail
No recommendations
Triku Trail
No recommendations
Body Care
Irati Trail
Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothSquirrel's Nut Butter
Recommended for both
Triku Trail
- Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Squirrel's Nut Butter
- Recommended for both
Sun Protection
Irati Trail
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Triku Trail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Irati Trail is classified as Mountain, while Triku Trail is Trail — different technical demands on paper. On its longest distance, Irati Trail climbs around 67m per km versus 62m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Irati Trail and Triku Trail both take place in Navarre, about 81km apart in a straight line — close enough to scout one course while training for the other, or fold both into a single trip.
Entry price
Triku Trail is the cheaper entry, starting from €12 versus €39 for Irati Trail — a €27 gap on the entry-level distance.
Time of year
Both races take place in June, so you'll have to pick one per season. Irati Trail falls right in its region's recommended window. Triku Trail falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
The two mandatory gear lists don't overlap at all. Triku Trail additionally requires phone.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Irati Trail is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Triku Trail. 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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