Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa vs Xtreme Higa de Monreal
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa (26km, 1200m D+) vs Xtreme Higa de Monreal (21km, 1145m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Physical profile
| Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa | Xtreme Higa de Monreal | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 31 May 2026 | 3 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,200m D+ | 1,145m 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 — Xtreme Higa de Monreal
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xtreme Larga 21K | 21 | 1,145 | 3h30 |
| Xtreme Corta 12K | 12 | 556 | 2h |
Logistics & costs
| Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa | Xtreme Higa de Monreal | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Lakuntza, Navarre | Monreal, Navarre |
| Distance between venues | 47 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 16 March 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 27 April 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 3 mandatory items | 4 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
No recommendations
Accommodation
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
No recommendations
Gear
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Recommended for bothSalomon
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Salomon ADV Skin 12Recommended for both
Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
Transport
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
No recommendations
Car Rental
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa
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Recommended for both
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
No recommendations
Body Care
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Sun Protection
Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Xtreme Higa de Monreal. In terms of elevation gain, Lakuntza-Aralar Mendi Lasterketa 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.