Trail Cabo de Ajo vs Trail Covatelles
Trail Cabo de Ajo (22km, 800m D+) vs Trail Covatelles (23km, 1000m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Physical profile
| Trail Cabo de Ajo | Trail Covatelles | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 11 April 2026 | 30 March 2026 |
| Terrain | Trail | Trail |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 800m D+ | 1,000m D+ |
Distances — Trail Cabo de Ajo
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail Runners 22K | 22 | 800 |
| Trail Hikers 20K | 20 | 500 |
Distances — Trail Covatelles
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail 23K | 23 | 1,000 |
| Sprint 13K | 13 | 550 |
Logistics & costs
| Trail Cabo de Ajo | Trail Covatelles | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Ajo, Bareyo, Cantabria | Oliva, Valencian Community |
| Distance between venues | 586 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 3 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Trail Cabo de Ajo
No recommendations
Trail Covatelles
No recommendations
Accommodation
Trail Cabo de Ajo
No recommendations
Trail Covatelles
No recommendations
Gear
Trail Cabo de Ajo
-
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPRecommended for bothSalomon
Trail Covatelles
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Salomon Bonatti WPRecommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
Nutrition
Trail Cabo de Ajo
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Trail Covatelles
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Transport
Trail Cabo de Ajo
No recommendations
Trail Covatelles
No recommendations
Car Rental
Trail Cabo de Ajo
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Covatelles
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Trail Cabo de Ajo
No recommendations
Trail Covatelles
No recommendations
Body Care
Trail Cabo de Ajo
-
After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Trail Covatelles
-
Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Sun Protection
Trail Cabo de Ajo
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Covatelles
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Trail Covatelles is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Trail Cabo de Ajo. In terms of elevation gain, Trail Covatelles 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.