Mallorca by UTMB vs Ultra Pirineu
Mallorca by UTMB (138km, 5350m D+) vs Ultra Pirineu (100km, 6400m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Physical profile
| Mallorca by UTMB | Ultra Pirineu | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 30 October 2026 | 3 October 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,350m D+ | 6,400m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 6 |
| UTMB Category | 100M | 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 — Ultra Pirineu
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra 100K | 100 | 6,400 | 6 | 27h |
| Marathon 54K | 54 | 3,800 | 4 | 14h |
| Trail 30K | 30 | 1,800 | 2 | 9h |
Logistics & costs
| Mallorca by UTMB | Ultra Pirineu | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Sóller, Mallorca, Balearic Islands | Bagà, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 286 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 1 April 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 15 September 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 8 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Accommodation
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
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
Ultra Pirineu
- 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
Ultra Pirineu
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Car Rental
Mallorca by UTMB
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Pirineu
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Sun Protection
Mallorca by UTMB
Ultra Pirineu
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 Ultra Pirineu. In terms of elevation gain, Ultra Pirineu 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.