GTPE Picos de Europa vs Riaño Trail Run
GTPE Picos de Europa (70km, 5300m D+) vs Riaño Trail Run (84km, 5500m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Advanced Physical profile
| GTPE Picos de Europa | Riaño Trail Run | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 27 June 2026 | 26 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 5,300m D+ | 5,500m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 2 | — |
Distances — GTPE Picos de Europa
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTPE 70K | 70 | 5,300 | — | 18h 30min |
| GTPE 48K | 48 | 2,700 | 2 | 11h |
| GTPE 35K | 35 | 2,200 | — | 9h |
| GTPE 22K | 22 | 1,383 | — | 6h |
| GTPE 10K | 10 | 500 | — | — |
Distances — Riaño Trail Run
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riaño 3xTrail Run | 84 | 5,500 | |
| Riaño 2xTrail Run | 47.6 | 3,070 | |
| Riaño Open | 42.9 | 2,120 | 8h |
Logistics & costs
| GTPE Picos de Europa | Riaño Trail Run | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Benia de Onís, Asturias | Riaño, León, Castile and Leon |
| Distance between venues | 38 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | 23 June 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 11 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Riaño Trail Run
No recommendations
Accommodation
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Riaño Trail Run
No recommendations
Gear
GTPE Picos de Europa
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Recommended for both
Riaño Trail Run
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Recommended for both
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
GTPE Picos de Europa
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Riaño Trail Run
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500Precision Fuel & Hydration
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Riaño Trail Run
No recommendations
Car Rental
GTPE Picos de Europa
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Riaño Trail Run
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Riaño Trail Run
No recommendations
Body Care
GTPE Picos de Europa
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After Bite Xtra GelRecommended for bothAfter Bite
Riaño Trail Run
- After Bite Xtra GelRecommended for both
After Bite
Sun Protection
GTPE Picos de Europa
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Riaño Trail Run
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Riaño Trail Run is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider GTPE Picos de Europa. In terms of elevation gain, Riaño Trail Run 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.