Izki Trail vs Mitxarro Bira

Izki Trail (21km, 750m D+) vs Mitxarro Bira (27.5km, 1775m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?

Izki TrailAdvanced

Izki Trail

Apellániz, Álava, Basque Country

Mountain2 modalities
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Mitxarro BiraIntermediate

Mitxarro Bira

Araia, Basque Country

Mountain2 modalities
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Physical profile

Izki TrailMitxarro Bira
Date6 September 202630 May 2026
TerrainMountainMountain
DifficultyAdvancedIntermediate
Max elevation gain750m D+1,775m D+

Distances — Izki Trail

NameKmD+
Izki Trail 21K21750
Izki Trail 13K13450

Distances — Mitxarro Bira

NameKmD+Max Time
Trail Largo27.51,7756h
Trail Corto145503h30

Logistics & costs

Izki TrailMitxarro Bira
LocationApellániz, Álava, Basque CountryAraia, Basque Country
Distance between venues22 km
Registration opens4 April 20261 January 2026
Registration closes1 September 202624 May 2026
Mandatory Gear2 mandatory items2 mandatory items
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Registration

Izki Trail

No recommendations

Mitxarro Bira

No recommendations

Accommodation

Izki Trail

No recommendations

Mitxarro Bira

No recommendations

Gear

Izki Trail

Mitxarro Bira

Nutrition

Izki Trail

Mitxarro Bira

Transport

Izki Trail

No recommendations

Mitxarro Bira

No recommendations

Car Rental

Izki Trail

Mitxarro Bira

Insurance

Izki Trail

No recommendations

Mitxarro Bira

No recommendations

Body Care

Izki Trail

Mitxarro Bira

Sun Protection

Izki Trail

Mitxarro Bira

Summary

If you're looking for a longer distance, Mitxarro Bira is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Izki Trail. In terms of elevation gain, Mitxarro Bira is the more demanding option. Both races offer a complete Pack 360 with everything you need for race day.

Frequently asked questions

Which is harder, Izki Trail or Mitxarro Bira?
Izki Trail has Advanced difficulty with up to 750m elevation gain, while Mitxarro Bira is Intermediate with up to 1,775m D+. The maximum distance is 21km for Izki Trail and 27.5km for Mitxarro Bira.
When does each race take place?
Izki Trail takes place in September and Mitxarro Bira in May.
How many distances does each race offer?
Izki Trail offers 2 distances and Mitxarro Bira offers 2.
What type of terrain does each race have?
Izki Trail is classified as Mountain and Mitxarro Bira as Mountain.
Do I need the same mandatory gear for both?
Izki Trail requires 2 mandatory items and Mitxarro Bira requires 2. Check each race's official regulations for the full list.

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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.