Madrid Alpine Marathon vs Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
Madrid Alpine Marathon (44km, 2500m D+) vs Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa (50km, 4100m 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 | Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 14 June 2026 | 27 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,500m D+ | 4,100m 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 — Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra de Tendeñera 50K | 50 | 4,100 | 18h |
| Vuelta al Cebollar 25K | 25 | 1,800 | 7h |
| Os Foratos de Lomenas 13K | 13 | 600 | 3h |
| KV Arañonera | 2.9 | 600 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Madrid Alpine Marathon | Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Cercedilla, Community of Madrid | Torla-Ordesa, Huesca, Aragon |
| Distance between venues | 389 km | |
| Registration opens | 27 February 2026 | 28 December 2025 |
| Registration closes | 5 June 2026 | 1 June 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 13 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
No recommendations
Accommodation
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
No recommendations
Gear
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryRecommended for bothGore 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 Torla-Ordesa
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
- Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryRecommended for both
Gore Wear
Nutrition
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
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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
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
No recommendations
Car Rental
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Madrid Alpine Marathon
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
No recommendations
Body Care
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
- Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for both
Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Sun Protection
Madrid Alpine Marathon
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
- Recommended for both
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Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Madrid Alpine Marathon. In terms of elevation gain, Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa 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 Torla-Ordesa?
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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.