La Osera vs Trail Picos de la Demanda
La Osera (45km, 2300m D+) vs Trail Picos de la Demanda (35km, 2300m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| La Osera | Trail Picos de la Demanda | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 16 May 2026 | 12 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,300m D+ | 2,300m D+ |
Distances — La Osera
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Marathon 45K | 45 | 2,300 |
| Half Marathon 25K | 25 | 1,300 |
| Sprint Trail 12K | 12 | 600 |
| Hiking 12K | 12 | 600 |
Distances — Trail Picos de la Demanda
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35K Trail | 35 | 2,300 | 8h |
| 24K Trail | 24 | 1,200 | 5h |
| 10K Trail | 10.5 | 450 | 3h |
| Nocturna by Irier | 7 | 350 | 2h |
Logistics & costs
| La Osera | Trail Picos de la Demanda | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Paterna del Madera, Albacete, Castile-La Mancha | Ezcaray, La Rioja |
| Distance between venues | 417 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 5 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
La Osera
No recommendations
Trail Picos de la Demanda
No recommendations
Accommodation
La Osera
No recommendations
Trail Picos de la Demanda
No recommendations
Gear
La Osera
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Trail Picos de la Demanda
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
Nutrition
La Osera
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Trail Picos de la Demanda
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
La Osera
No recommendations
Trail Picos de la Demanda
No recommendations
Car Rental
La Osera
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Picos de la Demanda
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
La Osera
No recommendations
Trail Picos de la Demanda
No recommendations
Body Care
La Osera
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Trail Picos de la Demanda
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
Sun Protection
La Osera
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Picos de la Demanda
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, La Osera is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Trail Picos de la Demanda. In terms of elevation gain, La Osera 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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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.