GTPE Picos de Europa vs Zegama-Aizkorri
GTPE Picos de Europa (70km, 5300m D+) vs Zegama-Aizkorri (42km, 2736m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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ElitePhysical profile
| GTPE Picos de Europa | Zegama-Aizkorri | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 27 June 2026 | 24 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Skyrunning |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,300m D+ | 2,736m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 2 | 3 |
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 — Zegama-Aizkorri
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maratón Zegama-Aizkorri 42K | 42 | 2,736 | 3 | 10h |
| Kilómetro Vertical | 4.5 | 1,050 | 1 | 2h |
Logistics & costs
| GTPE Picos de Europa | Zegama-Aizkorri | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Benia de Onís, Asturias | Zegama, Basque Country |
| Distance between venues | 232 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 10 January 2026 |
| Registration closes | 23 June 2026 | 30 April 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 11 mandatory items | 1 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Zegama-Aizkorri
No recommendations
Accommodation
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Zegama-Aizkorri
No recommendations
Gear
GTPE Picos de Europa
Recommended for both
Zegama-Aizkorri
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
GTPE Picos de Europa
Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothGourmet Latino
Zegama-Aizkorri
- Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Zegama-Aizkorri
No recommendations
Car Rental
GTPE Picos de Europa
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Zegama-Aizkorri
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
GTPE Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Zegama-Aizkorri
No recommendations
Body Care
GTPE Picos de Europa
After Bite Xtra Gel(opens in a new tab)After Bite
Leukotape P Sports Tape(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothBSN Medical (Leukotape)
Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothSquirrel's Nut Butter
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Zegama-Aizkorri
- Leukotape P Sports Tape(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
BSN Medical (Leukotape)
- Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Squirrel's Nut Butter
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Sun Protection
GTPE Picos de Europa
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Zegama-Aizkorri
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
GTPE Picos de Europa is classified as Mountain, while Zegama-Aizkorri is Skyrunning — different technical demands on paper. On its longest distance, GTPE Picos de Europa climbs around 76m per km versus 65m/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 Zegama-Aizkorri (Basque Country) sit roughly 232km apart — worth factoring into travel plans if you're weighing both for the same season.
Entry price
Both races start from the same entry price: €25 for the shortest distance.
Time of year
GTPE Picos de Europa runs in June and Zegama-Aizkorri in May, 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. Zegama-Aizkorri falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
1 item overlaps between both mandatory gear lists. GTPE Picos de Europa additionally requires camiseta-termica, mallas-largas, guantes and 7 more.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, GTPE Picos de Europa is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Zegama-Aizkorri. 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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