GTPE Picos de Europa vs Ultra Montseny
GTPE Picos de Europa (70km, 5300m D+) vs Ultra Montseny (80km, 4868m 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 | Ultra Montseny | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 27 June 2026 | 11 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 5,300m D+ | 4,868m 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 — Ultra Montseny
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra 80K | 80 | 4,868 | 24h |
| Montseny 55K | 55 | 3,079 | 16h |
| Trail 32K | 32 | 1,218 | 10h |
Logistics & costs
| GTPE Picos de Europa | Ultra Montseny | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Benia de Onís, Asturias | Viladrau, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 636 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 1 October 2025 |
| Registration closes | 23 June 2026 | 5 April 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 11 mandatory items | 7 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Accommodation
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Gear
GTPE Picos de Europa
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Ultra Montseny
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
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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 LatinoGourmet Latino
Ultra Montseny
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Transport
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Car Rental
GTPE Picos de Europa
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Montseny
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Body Care
GTPE Picos de Europa
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Ultra Montseny
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
GTPE Picos de Europa
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Montseny
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Ultra Montseny 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.