Subbética Trail vs VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
Subbética Trail (29km, 1400m D+) vs VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón (23km, 1100m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate
Intermediate Physical profile
| Subbética Trail | VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 21 March 2026 | 12 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Trail | Trail |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,400m D+ | 1,100m D+ |
Distances — Subbética Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trail 29K | 29 | 1,400 | 6h |
| Trail 18K | 18 | 800 | 4h |
Distances — VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| CxM Larga | 23 | 1,100 |
| CxM Corta | 12 | 650 |
Logistics & costs
| Subbética Trail | VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Zuheros, Andalusia | Osuna, Andalusia |
| Distance between venues | 76 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | 15 March 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Subbética Trail
No recommendations
VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
No recommendations
Accommodation
Subbética Trail
No recommendations
VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
No recommendations
Gear
Subbética Trail
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Nutrition
Subbética Trail
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Transport
Subbética Trail
No recommendations
VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
No recommendations
Car Rental
Subbética Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Insurance
Subbética Trail
No recommendations
VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
No recommendations
Body Care
Subbética Trail
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
Sun Protection
Subbética Trail
-
Recommended for both
VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
-
Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Subbética Trail is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón. In terms of elevation gain, Subbética Trail 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.