GTPE Picos de Europa vs Travesera Picos de Europa
GTPE Picos de Europa (70km, 5300m D+) vs Travesera Picos de Europa (72km, 5800m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Physical profile
| GTPE Picos de Europa | Travesera Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 27 June 2026 | 12 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,300m D+ | 5,800m 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 — Travesera Picos de Europa
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travesera 72K | 72 | 5,800 | 5 | 22h |
| Machacona 36K | 36 | 2,800 | 3 | 11h |
Logistics & costs
| GTPE Picos de Europa | Travesera Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Benia de Onís, Asturias | Potes, Cantabria |
| Distance between venues | 44 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 1 March 2026 |
| Registration closes | 23 June 2026 | 15 August 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 11 mandatory items | 8 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Accommodation
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Gear
GTPE Picos de Europa
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Travesera Picos de Europa
- 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
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Car Rental
GTPE Picos de Europa
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Body Care
GTPE Picos de Europa
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Sun Protection
GTPE Picos de Europa
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Travesera Picos de Europa is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider GTPE Picos de Europa. In terms of elevation gain, Travesera 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.