Madrid Alpine Marathon vs Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
Madrid Alpine Marathon (44km, 2500m D+) vs Trail Vielha-Molières 3010 (43km, 4200m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| Madrid Alpine Marathon | Trail Vielha-Molières 3010 | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 14 June 2026 | 11 July 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,500m D+ | 4,200m D+ |
Distances — Madrid Alpine Marathon
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Marathon 44K | 44 | 2,500 | 9h |
| Cross Alpino del Telégrafo 19K | 19 | 1,050 | — |
Distances — Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Molières 3010 | 43 | 4,200 |
| Montpius Skyrace | 23 | 1,800 |
| Tuca Trail | 13 | 917 |
Logistics & costs
| Madrid Alpine Marathon | Trail Vielha-Molières 3010 | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Cercedilla, Community of Madrid | Vielha, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 458 km | |
| Registration opens | 27 February 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | 5 June 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 7 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
No recommendations
Accommodation
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
No recommendations
Gear
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
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Buff ThermonetBuff
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Lifesystems Thermal BlanketLifesystems
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Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlSalomon
Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Nutrition
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
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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
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
No recommendations
Car Rental
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
No recommendations
Body Care
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Julbo AerospeedRecommended for bothJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
- Julbo AerospeedRecommended for both
Julbo
- Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for both
Buff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Sun Protection
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
- 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, Madrid Alpine Marathon is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Trail Vielha-Molières 3010. In terms of elevation gain, Trail Vielha-Molières 3010 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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Do I need the same mandatory gear for both?
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.