Trail Cova da Bruxa vs Trail Vila de Cuntis
Trail Cova da Bruxa (26km, 1600m D+) vs Trail Vila de Cuntis (21km, 1100m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate
IntermediatePhysical profile
| Trail Cova da Bruxa | Trail Vila de Cuntis | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 29 March 2026 | 10 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,600m D+ | 1,100m 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 Vila de Cuntis
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Trail 21K | 21 | 1,100 |
| Trail 15K | 15 | 750 |
| Trail 10K | 10 | 450 |
Logistics & costs
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Trail Cova da Bruxa
No recommendations
Trail Vila de Cuntis
No recommendations
Accommodation
Trail Cova da Bruxa
No recommendations
Trail Vila de Cuntis
No recommendations
Gear
Trail Cova da Bruxa
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Salomon Bonatti WPRecommended for bothSalomon
Petzl Actik CorePetzl
Trail Vila de Cuntis
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Salomon Bonatti WPRecommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Trail Cova da Bruxa
Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Trail Vila de Cuntis
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Trail Cova da Bruxa
No recommendations
Trail Vila de Cuntis
No recommendations
Car Rental
Trail Cova da Bruxa
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Trail Vila de Cuntis
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Trail Cova da Bruxa
No recommendations
Trail Vila de Cuntis
No recommendations
Body Care
Trail Cova da Bruxa
After Bite Xtra GelRecommended for bothAfter Bite
Trail Vila de Cuntis
- After Bite Xtra GelRecommended for both
After Bite
Sun Protection
Trail Cova da Bruxa
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Trail Vila de Cuntis
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Mountain). On its longest distance, Trail Cova da Bruxa climbs around 62m per km versus 52m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Trail Cova da Bruxa and Trail Vila de Cuntis both take place in Galicia, about 45km apart in a straight line — close enough to scout one course while training for the other, or fold both into a single trip.
Entry price
Trail Cova da Bruxa starts from €10 for its shortest distance; Trail Vila de Cuntis hasn't published pricing yet.
Time of year
Trail Cova da Bruxa runs in March and Trail Vila de Cuntis in May, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Trail Vila de Cuntis falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
The two mandatory gear lists don't overlap at all.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Trail Cova da Bruxa is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Trail Vila de Cuntis. In terms of elevation gain, Trail Cova da Bruxa 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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