Mallorca by UTMB vs HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
Mallorca by UTMB (138km, 5350m D+) vs HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB (163km, 10000m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Physical profile
| Mallorca by UTMB | HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 30 October 2026 | 3 July 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,350m D+ | 10,000m D+ |
| 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 — HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| VDA 163K | 163 | 10,000 | 48h |
| CDH 110K | 110 | 6,400 | 28h |
| TDL 75K | 75 | 5,100 | 20h |
| PDA 55K | 55 | 3,300 | 14h |
| EXP 32K | 32 | 2,100 | 7h15 |
| SKY 18K | 18 | 900 | — |
| SKY Promesas 18K | 18 | 900 | — |
| Vielha 10K | 10 | 500 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Mallorca by UTMB | HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Sóller, Mallorca, Balearic Islands | Vielha, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 364 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 12 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Accommodation
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Gear
Mallorca by UTMB
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Recommended for bothSalomon
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Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for bothPetzl
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Salomon Bonatti WPRecommended for bothSalomon
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Salomon ADV Skin 12Recommended for both
Salomon
- Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for both
Petzl
- Salomon Bonatti WPRecommended for both
Salomon
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Nutrition
Mallorca by UTMB
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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SiS GO Isotonic Energy GelRecommended for bothScience in Sport
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarRecommended for bothClif Bar
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- SiS GO Isotonic Energy GelRecommended for both
Science in Sport
- Clif Bar Original Energy BarRecommended for both
Clif Bar
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Car Rental
Mallorca by UTMB
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Body Care
Mallorca by UTMB
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Sun Protection
Mallorca by UTMB
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
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Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Mallorca by UTMB. In terms of elevation gain, HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB 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.