Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB vs Transgrancanaria
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB (110km, 6250m D+) vs Transgrancanaria (128km, 7500m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Physical profile
| Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB | Transgrancanaria | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 20 March 2026 | 27 February 2026 |
| Terrain | Ultra Trail | Ultra Trail |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 6,250m D+ | 7,500m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 6 | 6 |
| UTMB Category | 100M | 100M |
Distances — Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110K | 110 | 6,250 | 6 | 27h |
| 73K | 73 | 3,024 | 4 | 16h |
| 47K | 47 | 2,600 | 3 | 11h 30min |
| 24K | 24 | 1,300 | 2 | 6h |
Distances — Transgrancanaria
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic 128K | 128 | 7,500 | 6 | 30h |
| Advanced 83K | 83 | 4,400 | 5 | 20h |
| Marathon 44K | 44 | 2,500 | 3 | 12h |
| Starter 30K | 30 | 1,200 | 2 | 8h |
Logistics & costs
| Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB | Transgrancanaria | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Puerto de la Cruz, Canary Islands | Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands |
| Distance between venues | 117 km | |
| Registration opens | 25 June 2025 | 1 September 2025 |
| Registration closes | 23 February 2026 | 31 January 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 9 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
No recommendations
Transgrancanaria
No recommendations
Accommodation
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
No recommendations
Transgrancanaria
No recommendations
Gear
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Transgrancanaria
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Transgrancanaria
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
No recommendations
Transgrancanaria
No recommendations
Car Rental
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Transgrancanaria
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
No recommendations
Transgrancanaria
No recommendations
Body Care
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
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Julbo AerospeedRecommended for bothJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Transgrancanaria
- Julbo AerospeedRecommended for both
Julbo
- Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for both
Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Sun Protection
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Transgrancanaria
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Transgrancanaria is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB. In terms of elevation gain, Transgrancanaria 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.