Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB vs Ultra Pirineu
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB (110km, 6250m D+) vs Ultra Pirineu (100km, 6400m 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 | Ultra Pirineu | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 20 March 2026 | 3 October 2026 |
| Terrain | Ultra Trail | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 6,250m D+ | 6,400m 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 — Ultra Pirineu
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra 100K | 100 | 6,400 | 6 | 27h |
| Marathon 54K | 54 | 3,800 | 4 | 14h |
| Trail 30K | 30 | 1,800 | 2 | 9h |
Logistics & costs
| Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB | Ultra Pirineu | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Puerto de la Cruz, Canary Islands | Bagà, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 2261 km | |
| Registration opens | 25 June 2025 | 1 April 2026 |
| Registration closes | 23 February 2026 | 15 September 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 9 mandatory items | 8 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Accommodation
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Gear
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
-
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Ultra Pirineu
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Ultra Pirineu
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Car Rental
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Pirineu
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Body Care
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
-
Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Sun Protection
Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Ultra Pirineu. In terms of elevation gain, Ultra Pirineu 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.