Kangas Mountain vs Madrid Alpine Marathon
Kangas Mountain (58km, 3500m D+) vs Madrid Alpine Marathon (44km, 2500m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| Kangas Mountain | Madrid Alpine Marathon | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 28 February 2026 | 14 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 3,500m D+ | 2,500m D+ |
| UTMB Category | 50K | — |
Distances — Kangas Mountain
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxi Trail | 58 | 3,500 | — |
| Original Trail | 33 | 2,000 | 7h30 |
| Half Trail | 21 | 1,400 | — |
| Speed Trail | 12 | 550 | — |
Distances — Madrid Alpine Marathon
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Marathon 44K | 44 | 2,500 | 9h |
| Cross Alpino del Telégrafo 19K | 19 | 1,050 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Kangas Mountain | Madrid Alpine Marathon | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Cangas de Onís, Asturias | Cercedilla, Community of Madrid |
| Distance between venues | 303 km | |
| Registration opens | 16 September 2025 | 27 February 2026 |
| Registration closes | 28 January 2026 | 5 June 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Accommodation
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Gear
Kangas Mountain
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryRecommended for bothGore Wear
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
Madrid Alpine Marathon
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryRecommended for both
Gore Wear
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Buff ThermonetBuff
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Lifesystems Thermal BlanketLifesystems
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Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlSalomon
Nutrition
Kangas Mountain
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Madrid Alpine Marathon
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
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- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Car Rental
Kangas Mountain
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Madrid Alpine Marathon
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Body Care
Kangas Mountain
- Buff Thermonet
Buff
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
Sun Protection
Kangas Mountain
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Madrid Alpine Marathon
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Kangas Mountain is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Madrid Alpine Marathon. In terms of elevation gain, Kangas Mountain 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.