Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa vs Mitxarro Bira

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa (26km, 1200m D+) vs Mitxarro Bira (27.5km, 1775m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa Intermediate

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa

Lakuntza, Navarre

Mountain 2 modalities
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Mitxarro Bira Intermediate

Mitxarro Bira

Araia, Basque Country

Mountain 2 modalities
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Physical profile

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa Mitxarro Bira
Date 31 May 2026 30 May 2026
Terrain Mountain Mountain
Difficulty Intermediate Intermediate
Max elevation gain 1,200m D+ 1,775m D+

Distances — Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa

Name Km D+ Max Time
Lakuntza-Aralar 26K 26 1,200 4h
Lakuntza-Aralar 13K 13 650 2h30

Distances — Mitxarro Bira

Name Km D+ Max Time
Trail Largo 27.5 1,775 6h
Trail Corto 14 550 3h30

Logistics & costs

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa Mitxarro Bira
Location Lakuntza, Navarre Araia, Basque Country
Distance between venues 24 km
Registration opens — 1 January 2026
Registration closes — 24 May 2026
Mandatory Gear 3 mandatory items 2 mandatory items
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Registration

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa

No recommendations

Mitxarro Bira

No recommendations

Accommodation

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa

No recommendations

Mitxarro Bira

No recommendations

Gear

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa

Mitxarro Bira

Nutrition

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa

Mitxarro Bira

Transport

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa

No recommendations

Mitxarro Bira

No recommendations

Car Rental

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa

Mitxarro Bira

Insurance

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa

No recommendations

Mitxarro Bira

No recommendations

Body Care

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa

Mitxarro Bira

Sun Protection

Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa

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 Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa. 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, Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa or Mitxarro Bira?
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa has Intermediate difficulty with up to 1,200m elevation gain, while Mitxarro Bira is Intermediate with up to 1,775m D+. The maximum distance is 26km for Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa and 27.5km for Mitxarro Bira.
When does each race take place?
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa takes place in May and Mitxarro Bira in May.
How many distances does each race offer?
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa offers 2 distances and Mitxarro Bira offers 2.
What type of terrain does each race have?
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa is classified as Mountain and Mitxarro Bira as Mountain.
Do I need the same mandatory gear for both?
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa requires 3 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.