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
ElitePhysical 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
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
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
GTPE Picos de Europa
Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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
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
After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Sun Protection
GTPE Picos de Europa
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Mountain). On its longest distance, Travesera Picos de Europa climbs around 81m per km versus 76m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
GTPE Picos de Europa (Asturias) and Travesera Picos de Europa (Cantabria) sit roughly 44km apart — worth factoring into travel plans if you're weighing both for the same season.
Entry price
GTPE Picos de Europa is the cheaper entry, starting from €25 versus €65 for Travesera Picos de Europa — a €40 gap on the entry-level distance.
Time of year
GTPE Picos de Europa runs in June and Travesera Picos de Europa in September, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. GTPE Picos de Europa falls right in its region's recommended window. Travesera Picos de Europa falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
5 items overlap between both mandatory gear lists. GTPE Picos de Europa additionally requires camiseta-termica, deposito-agua, vaso and 3 more; Travesera Picos de Europa additionally requires gorro, silbato, bastones.
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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