GTPE Picos de Europa vs Transvulcania
GTPE Picos de Europa (70km, 5300m D+) vs Transvulcania (73km, 4350m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Transvulcania
Los Llanos de Aridane, La Palma, Canary Islands
Physical profile
| GTPE Picos de Europa | Transvulcania | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 27 June 2026 | 9 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Ultra Trail |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,300m D+ | 4,350m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 2 | 5 |
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 — Transvulcania
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultramaratón | 73 | 4,350 | 5 | 16h |
| Maratón | 43 | 1,884 | 3 | 10h |
| Media Maratón | 25 | 2,097 | 2 | 6h 30min |
| Kilómetro Vertical | 7.3 | 1,164 | — | 3h |
Logistics & costs
| GTPE Picos de Europa | Transvulcania | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Benia de Onís, Asturias | Los Llanos de Aridane, La Palma, Canary Islands |
| Distance between venues | 1991 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 16 May 2025 |
| Registration closes | 23 June 2026 | 8 April 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 11 mandatory items | 7 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Transvulcania
No recommendations
Accommodation
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Transvulcania
No recommendations
Gear
GTPE Picos de Europa
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
-
Transvulcania
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
GTPE Picos de Europa
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Transvulcania
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Transvulcania
No recommendations
Car Rental
GTPE Picos de Europa
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Transvulcania
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Transvulcania
No recommendations
Body Care
GTPE Picos de Europa
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Transvulcania
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Sun Protection
GTPE Picos de Europa
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Transvulcania
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Transvulcania is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider GTPE Picos de Europa. In terms of elevation gain, GTPE Picos de Europa 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.