Madrid Alpine Marathon vs Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
Madrid Alpine Marathon (44km, 2500m D+) vs Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada (64km, 3000m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
Prades, Tarragona, Catalonia
Physical profile
| Madrid Alpine Marathon | Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 14 June 2026 | 18 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,500m D+ | 3,000m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 3 |
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 — Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTMCD 64K | 64 | 3,000 | 3 | 14h |
| MMCD 44K | 44 | 1,744 | 2 | — |
| TMCD 23K | 23 | 969 | 1 | — |
| TMCD 11K | 11.5 | 509 | — | — |
| Start Trail 7K | 7 | 250 | — | — |
Logistics & costs
| Madrid Alpine Marathon | Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Cercedilla, Community of Madrid | Prades, Tarragona, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 428 km | |
| Registration opens | 27 February 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | 5 June 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
No recommendations
Accommodation
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
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
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Nutrition
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Transport
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
No recommendations
Car Rental
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
No recommendations
Body Care
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Madrid Alpine Marathon. In terms of elevation gain, Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada is the more demanding option. Both races offer a complete Pack 360 with everything you need for race day.
Frequently asked questions
Which is harder, Madrid Alpine Marathon or Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada?
When does each race take place?
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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.