Pedraforca Xtrail vs Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
Pedraforca Xtrail (42km, 2600m 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
| Pedraforca Xtrail | Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 5 September 2026 | 18 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,600m D+ | 3,000m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 2 | 3 |
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 |
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
| Pedraforca Xtrail | Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Saldes, Catalonia | Prades, Tarragona, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 119 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | 3 September 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 5 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Pedraforca Xtrail
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
No recommendations
Accommodation
Pedraforca Xtrail
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
No recommendations
Gear
Pedraforca Xtrail
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Recommended for both -
Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
Pedraforca Xtrail
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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SaltStick CapsSaltStick
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedRecommended for bothDorimed
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- Dátiles Medjool DorimedRecommended for both
Dorimed
Transport
Pedraforca Xtrail
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
No recommendations
Car Rental
Pedraforca Xtrail
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Pedraforca Xtrail
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
No recommendations
Body Care
Pedraforca Xtrail
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmRecommended for bothBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploRecommended for bothCompeed
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
- BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmRecommended for both
BodyGlide
- Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploRecommended for both
Compeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
Pedraforca Xtrail
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Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
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Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
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- 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 Pedraforca Xtrail. 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, Pedraforca Xtrail or Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada?
When does each race take place?
How many distances does each race offer?
What type of terrain does each race have?
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.