Penyagolosa Trails vs Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
Penyagolosa Trails (106km, 5600m D+) vs Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB (110km, 6250m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite Penyagolosa Trails
Castellón de la Plana, Valencian Community
Elite Physical profile
| Penyagolosa Trails | Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 18 April 2026 | 20 March 2026 |
| Terrain | Ultra Trail | Ultra Trail |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,600m D+ | 6,250m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 6 | 6 |
| UTMB Category | — | 100M |
Distances — Penyagolosa Trails
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSP | 106 | 5,600 | 6 | 25h 30min |
| MiM | 60 | 3,300 | 4 | 15h |
Distances — Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110K | 110 | 6,250 | 6 | 27h |
| 73K | 73 | 3,024 | 4 | 16h |
| 47K | 47 | 2,600 | 3 | 11h 30min |
| 24K | 24 | 1,300 | 2 | 6h |
Logistics & costs
| Penyagolosa Trails | Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Castellón de la Plana, Valencian Community | Puerto de la Cruz, Canary Islands |
| Distance between venues | 1983 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 25 June 2025 |
| Registration closes | — | 23 February 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 9 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Penyagolosa Trails
No recommendations
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
No recommendations
Accommodation
Penyagolosa Trails
No recommendations
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
No recommendations
Gear
Penyagolosa Trails
-
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Penyagolosa Trails
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Penyagolosa Trails
No recommendations
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
No recommendations
Car Rental
Penyagolosa Trails
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Penyagolosa Trails
No recommendations
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
No recommendations
Body Care
Penyagolosa Trails
No recommendations
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
-
Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Sun Protection
Penyagolosa Trails
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Penyagolosa Trails. In terms of elevation gain, Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB 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.