Trail Picos de la Demanda vs Ultra Trail Gredos
Trail Picos de la Demanda (35km, 2300m D+) vs Ultra Trail Gredos (71km, 2322m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| Trail Picos de la Demanda | Ultra Trail Gredos | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 12 September 2026 | 19 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,300m D+ | 2,322m D+ |
Distances — Trail Picos de la Demanda
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35K Trail | 35 | 2,300 | 8h |
| 24K Trail | 24 | 1,200 | 5h |
| 10K Trail | 10.5 | 450 | 3h |
| Nocturna by Irier | 7 | 350 | 2h |
Distances — Ultra Trail Gredos
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Ultra de Gredos 71K | 71 | 2,322 |
| Gran Trail de Gredos 54K | 54 | 1,341 |
| Maratón de Gredos 43K | 43 | 1,347 |
| Skyline de Gredos 33K | 33 | 691 |
| Media Maratón de Gredos 20K | 20 | 472 |
| 10K de Gredos | 10 | 168 |
Logistics & costs
| Trail Picos de la Demanda | Ultra Trail Gredos | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Ezcaray, La Rioja | Hoyos del Espino, Ávila, Castile and Leon |
| Distance between venues | 283 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | 19 August 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 5 mandatory items | 4 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Trail Picos de la Demanda
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Accommodation
Trail Picos de la Demanda
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Gear
Trail Picos de la Demanda
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for bothPetzl
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for both
Petzl
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
Trail Picos de la Demanda
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500Precision Fuel & Hydration
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Transport
Trail Picos de la Demanda
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Car Rental
Trail Picos de la Demanda
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Trail Picos de la Demanda
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Body Care
Trail Picos de la Demanda
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
Ultra Trail Gredos
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
Trail Picos de la Demanda
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
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Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Ultra Trail Gredos is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Trail Picos de la Demanda. In terms of elevation gain, Ultra Trail Gredos is the more demanding option. Both races offer a complete Pack 360 with everything you need for race day.
Frequently asked questions
Which is harder, Trail Picos de la Demanda or Ultra Trail Gredos?
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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.