Mallorca by UTMB vs Travesera Picos de Europa
Mallorca by UTMB (138km, 5350m D+) vs Travesera Picos de Europa (72km, 5800m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Physical profile
| Mallorca by UTMB | Travesera Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 30 October 2026 | 12 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,350m D+ | 5,800m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 5 |
| UTMB Category | 100M | — |
Distances — Mallorca by UTMB
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| SDT 138K | 138 | 5,350 | 30h30 |
| CPS 104K | 104 | 3,740 | 21h30 |
| ETM 56K | 56 | 2,450 | 12h |
| CDA 26K | 26 | 1,000 | 5h |
Distances — Travesera Picos de Europa
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travesera 72K | 72 | 5,800 | 5 | 22h |
| Machacona 36K | 36 | 2,800 | 3 | 11h |
Logistics & costs
| Mallorca by UTMB | Travesera Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Sóller, Mallorca, Balearic Islands | Potes, Cantabria |
| Distance between venues | 718 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 1 March 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 15 August 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 8 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Accommodation
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Gear
Mallorca by UTMB
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Mallorca by UTMB
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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SiS GO Isotonic Energy GelScience in Sport
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Car Rental
Mallorca by UTMB
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Sun Protection
Mallorca by UTMB
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Mallorca by UTMB is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Travesera Picos de Europa. In terms of elevation gain, Travesera 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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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.