Riaño Trail Run vs Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
Riaño Trail Run (84km, 5500m D+) vs Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano (82km, 4700m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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AdvancedPhysical profile
| Riaño Trail Run | Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 26 June 2026 | 3 October 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 5,500m D+ | 4,700m D+ |
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 — Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTGS 82K | 82 | 4,700 | 22h |
| Vuelta a Sevil 48K | 48 | 2,500 | 12h |
| Trail del Vero 30K | 30 | 1,400 | 8h |
| Trail Alquézar Rosado 17K | 17 | 850 | 4h |
Logistics & costs
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Riaño Trail Run
No recommendations
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
No recommendations
Accommodation
Riaño Trail Run
No recommendations
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
No recommendations
Gear
Riaño Trail Run
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Recommended for both
Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Recommended for both
Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
Petzl Actik CorePetzl
Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlSalomon
Nutrition
Riaño Trail Run
Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500Precision Fuel & Hydration
Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
SaltStick CapsSaltStick
Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Transport
Riaño Trail Run
No recommendations
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
No recommendations
Car Rental
Riaño Trail Run
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Insurance
Riaño Trail Run
No recommendations
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
No recommendations
Body Care
Riaño Trail Run
After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
Buff CoolNet UV+Buff

Sun Protection
Riaño Trail Run
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
Recommended for both
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
Recommended for both
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 Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano. In terms of elevation gain, Riaño Trail Run 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.