Transgrancanaria vs Transvulcania
Transgrancanaria (128km, 7500m D+) vs Transvulcania (73km, 4350m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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ElitePhysical profile
| Transgrancanaria | Transvulcania | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 26 February 2027 | 8 May 2027 |
| Terrain | Ultra Trail | Ultra Trail |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 7,500m D+ | 4,350m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 6 | 5 |
| UTMB Category | 100M | — |
Distances — Transgrancanaria
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic 128K | 128 | 7,500 | 6 | 30h |
| Advanced 83K | 83 | 4,400 | 5 | 20h |
| Marathon 44K | 44 | 2,500 | 3 | 12h |
| Starter 30K | 30 | 1,200 | 2 | 8h |
Distances — Transvulcania
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultramaratón | 73 | 4,350 | 5 | 16h |
| Maratón | 43 | 1,884 | 3 | 10h |
| Media Maratón | 25 | 2,097 | 2 | 6h 30min |
| Kilómetro Vertical | 7.3 | 1,164 | — | 3h |
Logistics & costs
| Transgrancanaria | Transvulcania | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands | Los Llanos de Aridane, La Palma, Canary Islands |
| Distance between venues | 253 km | |
| Registration opens | — | 16 May 2025 |
| Registration closes | — | 8 April 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 6 mandatory items | 7 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Transgrancanaria
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Transvulcania
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Accommodation
Transgrancanaria
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Transvulcania
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Gear
Transgrancanaria
Recommended for both
Transvulcania
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
Transgrancanaria
Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothGourmet Latino
Transvulcania
- Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Transgrancanaria
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Transvulcania
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Car Rental
Transgrancanaria
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Transvulcania
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Transgrancanaria
No recommendations
Transvulcania
No recommendations
Body Care
Transgrancanaria
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Leukotape P Sports Tape(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothBSN Medical (Leukotape)
Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothSquirrel's Nut Butter
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Transvulcania
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
- Leukotape P Sports Tape(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
BSN Medical (Leukotape)
- Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Squirrel's Nut Butter
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Sun Protection
Transgrancanaria
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Transvulcania
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Ultra Trail). On its longest distance, Transvulcania climbs around 60m per km versus 59m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Transgrancanaria and Transvulcania both take place in Canary Islands, about 253km 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
Transvulcania is the cheaper entry, starting from €30 versus €50 for Transgrancanaria — a €20 gap on the entry-level distance.
Time of year
Transgrancanaria runs in February and Transvulcania in May, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Transgrancanaria falls right in its region's recommended window. Transvulcania falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
6 items overlap between both mandatory gear lists. Transvulcania additionally requires chubasquero.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Transgrancanaria is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Transvulcania. In terms of elevation gain, Transgrancanaria 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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