Trail Cova da Bruxa vs Trail Laxe dos Bolos
Trail Cova da Bruxa (26km, 1600m D+) vs Trail Laxe dos Bolos (43km, 2300m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Physical profile
| Trail Cova da Bruxa | Trail Laxe dos Bolos | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 29 March 2026 | 15 March 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,600m D+ | 2,300m D+ |
Distances — Trail Cova da Bruxa
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail das Forcadas | 26 | 1,600 |
| Trail Cova de Jatos | 15 | 950 |
| Trail de Rebordelo | 9 | 450 |
| Carreira Vertical Serres Uphill | 3.5 | 450 |
Distances — Trail Laxe dos Bolos
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail 43K | 43 | 2,300 |
| Trail 20K | 20 | 1,050 |
| Trail 8K | 8 | 400 |
Logistics & costs
| Trail Cova da Bruxa | Trail Laxe dos Bolos | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Muros, A Coruña, Galicia | Caldas de Reis, Pontevedra, Galicia |
| Distance between venues | 41 km | |
| Registration opens | 31 October 2025 | — |
| Registration closes | 24 March 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 0 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Trail Cova da Bruxa
No recommendations
Trail Laxe dos Bolos
No recommendations
Accommodation
Trail Cova da Bruxa
No recommendations
Trail Laxe dos Bolos
No recommendations
Gear
Trail Cova da Bruxa
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Salomon Bonatti WPRecommended for bothSalomon
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Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for bothPetzl
Trail Laxe dos Bolos
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Salomon Bonatti WPRecommended for both
Salomon
- Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for both
Petzl
Nutrition
Trail Cova da Bruxa
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarRecommended for bothClif Bar
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Trail Laxe dos Bolos
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
- Clif Bar Original Energy BarRecommended for both
Clif Bar
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Trail Cova da Bruxa
No recommendations
Trail Laxe dos Bolos
No recommendations
Car Rental
Trail Cova da Bruxa
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Laxe dos Bolos
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Trail Cova da Bruxa
No recommendations
Trail Laxe dos Bolos
No recommendations
Body Care
Trail Cova da Bruxa
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After Bite Xtra GelRecommended for bothAfter Bite
Trail Laxe dos Bolos
- After Bite Xtra GelRecommended for both
After Bite
Sun Protection
Trail Cova da Bruxa
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Trail Laxe dos Bolos
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Trail Laxe dos Bolos is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Trail Cova da Bruxa. In terms of elevation gain, Trail Laxe dos Bolos 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.