Kangas Mountain vs GTPE Picos de Europa
Kangas Mountain (58km, 3500m D+) vs GTPE Picos de Europa (70km, 5300m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Elite Physical profile
| Kangas Mountain | GTPE Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 28 February 2026 | 27 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 3,500m D+ | 5,300m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 2 |
| 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 — GTPE Picos de Europa
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTPE 70K | 70 | 5,300 | — | 18h 30min |
| GTPE 48K | 48 | 2,700 | 2 | 11h |
| GTPE 35K | 35 | 2,200 | — | 9h |
| GTPE 22K | 22 | 1,383 | — | 6h |
| GTPE 10K | 10 | 500 | — | — |
Logistics & costs
| Kangas Mountain | GTPE Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Cangas de Onís, Asturias | Benia de Onís, Asturias |
| Distance between venues | 4 km | |
| Registration opens | 16 September 2025 | — |
| Registration closes | 28 January 2026 | 23 June 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 11 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Accommodation
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Gear
Kangas Mountain
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
GTPE Picos de Europa
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Nutrition
Kangas Mountain
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
GTPE Picos de Europa
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Car Rental
Kangas Mountain
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
GTPE Picos de Europa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Kangas Mountain
No recommendations
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Body Care
Kangas Mountain
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Buff ThermonetBuff
GTPE Picos de Europa
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Sun Protection
Kangas Mountain
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
GTPE Picos de Europa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, GTPE Picos de Europa is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Kangas Mountain. In terms of elevation gain, GTPE 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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