Mitxarro Bira vs Volta Peramola
Mitxarro Bira (27.5km, 1775m D+) vs Volta Peramola (25km, 1613m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate
Intermediate Physical profile
| Mitxarro Bira | Volta Peramola | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 30 May 2026 | 4 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,775m D+ | 1,613m D+ |
Distances — Mitxarro Bira
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trail Largo | 27.5 | 1,775 | 6h |
| Trail Corto | 14 | 550 | 3h30 |
Distances — Volta Peramola
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volta 25K | 25 | 1,613 | 5h15m |
| Volta 10K | 10 | 648 | — |
| VP-Caminada 5K | 5 | 0 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Mitxarro Bira | Volta Peramola | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Araia, Basque Country | Peramola, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 308 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 January 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | 24 May 2026 | 1 April 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 2 mandatory items | 3 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Mitxarro Bira
No recommendations
Volta Peramola
No recommendations
Accommodation
Mitxarro Bira
No recommendations
Volta Peramola
No recommendations
Gear
Mitxarro Bira
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
Volta Peramola
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Nutrition
Mitxarro Bira
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
Volta Peramola
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
Transport
Mitxarro Bira
No recommendations
Volta Peramola
No recommendations
Car Rental
Mitxarro Bira
-
Recommended for both
Volta Peramola
-
-
Recommended for both
Insurance
Mitxarro Bira
No recommendations
Volta Peramola
No recommendations
Body Care
Mitxarro Bira
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmRecommended for bothBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploRecommended for bothCompeed
Volta Peramola
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmRecommended for bothBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploRecommended for bothCompeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
Mitxarro Bira
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Volta Peramola
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Mitxarro Bira is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Volta Peramola. In terms of elevation gain, Mitxarro Bira 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.