Riaño Trail Run vs Travesera Picos de Europa
Riaño Trail Run (84km, 5500m 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?
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Elite Physical profile
| Riaño Trail Run | Travesera Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 26 June 2026 | 12 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,500m D+ | 5,800m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 5 |
Distances — Riaño Trail Run
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riaño 3xTrail Run | 84 | 5,500 | |
| Riaño 2xTrail Run | 47.6 | 3,070 | |
| Riaño Open | 42.9 | 2,120 | 8h |
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
| Riaño Trail Run | Travesera Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Riaño, León, Castile and Leon | Potes, Cantabria |
| Distance between venues | 38 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 1 March 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 15 August 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 8 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Riaño Trail Run
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Accommodation
Riaño Trail Run
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Gear
Riaño Trail Run
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Riaño Trail Run
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500Precision Fuel & Hydration
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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
Riaño Trail Run
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Car Rental
Riaño Trail Run
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Travesera Picos de Europa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Riaño Trail Run
No recommendations
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Body Care
Riaño Trail Run
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Sun Protection
Riaño Trail Run
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Riaño Trail Run is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Travesera 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.