Marató dels Dements vs Pedraforca Xtrail
Marató dels Dements (42.5km, 3808m D+) vs Pedraforca Xtrail (42km, 2600m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| Marató dels Dements | Pedraforca Xtrail | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 8 November 2025 | 5 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 3,808m D+ | 2,600m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 2 |
Distances — Marató dels Dements
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marató | 42.5 | 3,808 | 11h |
| Mitja | 22.5 | 2,007 | 5h 30min |
Distances — Pedraforca Xtrail
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marató 42K | 42 | 2,600 | 2 | 8h |
| Trail 26K | 26 | 1,400 | 1 | 5h30 |
| Caminada 10K | 10 | 550 | — | 3h |
Logistics & costs
| Marató dels Dements | Pedraforca Xtrail | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Eslida, Valencian Community | Saldes, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 311 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | 3 September 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 5 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Marató dels Dements
No recommendations
Pedraforca Xtrail
No recommendations
Accommodation
Marató dels Dements
No recommendations
Pedraforca Xtrail
No recommendations
Gear
Marató dels Dements
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Pedraforca Xtrail
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
Nutrition
Marató dels Dements
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Pedraforca Xtrail
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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SaltStick CapsSaltStick
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Transport
Marató dels Dements
No recommendations
Pedraforca Xtrail
No recommendations
Car Rental
Marató dels Dements
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Pedraforca Xtrail
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Marató dels Dements
No recommendations
Pedraforca Xtrail
No recommendations
Body Care
Marató dels Dements
No recommendations
Pedraforca Xtrail
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
Sun Protection
Marató dels Dements
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-
Recommended for both
Pedraforca Xtrail
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Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Marató dels Dements is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Pedraforca Xtrail. In terms of elevation gain, Marató dels Dements 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.