Trail Tierra de Ibias vs Xtreme Higa de Monreal
Trail Tierra de Ibias (21.9km, 1300m D+) vs Xtreme Higa de Monreal (21km, 1145m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Intermediate 
Intermediate Physical profile
| Trail Tierra de Ibias | Xtreme Higa de Monreal | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 25 April 2026 | 3 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Max elevation gain | 1,300m D+ | 1,145m D+ |
Distances — Trail Tierra de Ibias
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Half Marathon 21K | 21.9 | 1,300 |
| Speed Trail 12K | 12.7 | 680 |
| Hikers 8K | 8.5 | 300 |
Distances — Xtreme Higa de Monreal
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xtreme Larga 21K | 21 | 1,145 | 3h30 |
| Xtreme Corta 12K | 12 | 556 | 2h |
Logistics & costs
| Trail Tierra de Ibias | Xtreme Higa de Monreal | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | San Antolín de Ibias, Asturias | Monreal, Navarre |
| Distance between venues | 437 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 16 March 2026 |
| Registration closes | — | 27 April 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 0 mandatory items | 4 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Trail Tierra de Ibias
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
No recommendations
Accommodation
Trail Tierra de Ibias
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
No recommendations
Gear
Trail Tierra de Ibias
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Nutrition
Trail Tierra de Ibias
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
Transport
Trail Tierra de Ibias
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
No recommendations
Car Rental
Trail Tierra de Ibias
-
-
Recommended for both
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Trail Tierra de Ibias
No recommendations
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
No recommendations
Body Care
Trail Tierra de Ibias
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After Bite Xtra GelAfter Bite
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Sun Protection
Trail Tierra de Ibias
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Xtreme Higa de Monreal
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Trail Tierra de Ibias is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Xtreme Higa de Monreal. In terms of elevation gain, Trail Tierra de Ibias 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.