Trail Valle de Tena vs Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
Trail Valle de Tena (80km, 6820m D+) vs Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano (82km, 4700m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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| Trail Valle de Tena | Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 5 September 2026 | 3 October 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 6,820m D+ | 4,700m D+ |
Distances — Trail Valle de Tena
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8K · 80K Ultra | 80 | 6,820 | 25h |
| 4K · 42K Mountain Marathon | 42.5 | 3,510 | 14h |
| 2K · 20K Sky | 20 | 1,230 | 4h30 |
| 1K · 11K | 11 | 620 | 3h30 |
| 0.5K · 5.5K | 5.5 | 273 | 3h |
Distances — Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTGS 82K | 82 | 4,700 | 22h |
| Vuelta a Sevil 48K | 48 | 2,500 | 12h |
| Trail del Vero 30K | 30 | 1,400 | 8h |
| Trail Alquézar Rosado 17K | 17 | 850 | 4h |
Logistics & costs
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Trail Valle de Tena
No recommendations
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
No recommendations
Accommodation
Trail Valle de Tena
No recommendations
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
No recommendations
Gear
Trail Valle de Tena
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
La Sportiva MutantLa Sportiva
Recommended for both
Salomon ADV Skin 12Recommended for bothSalomon
Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for bothPetzl
Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
- Recommended for both
- Salomon ADV Skin 12Recommended for both
Salomon
- Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for both
Petzl
Salomon Soft Flask 150 mlSalomon
Nutrition
Trail Valle de Tena
Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both226ERS
SaltStick CapsRecommended for bothSaltStick
Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- 226ERS Isotonic DrinkRecommended for both
226ERS
- SaltStick CapsRecommended for both
SaltStick
Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Transport
Trail Valle de Tena
No recommendations
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
No recommendations
Car Rental
Trail Valle de Tena
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Trail Valle de Tena
No recommendations
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
No recommendations
Body Care
Trail Valle de Tena
Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmRecommended for bothBodyGlide
Compressport Full Socks RecoveryCompressport
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
- BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmRecommended for both
BodyGlide
- Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for both
Buff
Sun Protection
Trail Valle de Tena
Recommended for both
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Recommended for bothPiz Buin
Recommended for both
Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano
- Recommended for both
- Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Recommended for both
Piz Buin
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Trail Valle de Tena. In terms of elevation gain, Trail Valle de Tena is the more demanding option. Both races offer a complete Pack 360 with everything you need for race day.
Frequently asked questions
Which is harder, Trail Valle de Tena or Ultra-Trail Guara Somontano?
When does each race take place?
How many distances does each race offer?
What type of terrain does each race have?
Do I need the same mandatory gear for both?
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.