Travesera Picos de Europa vs Ultra Pirineu
Travesera Picos de Europa (72km, 5800m D+) vs Ultra Pirineu (100km, 6400m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Physical profile
| Travesera Picos de Europa | Ultra Pirineu | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 12 September 2026 | 3 October 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 5,800m D+ | 6,400m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 5 | 6 |
| UTMB Category | — | 100M |
Distances — Travesera Picos de Europa
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travesera 72K | 72 | 5,800 | 5 | 22h |
| Machacona 36K | 36 | 2,800 | 3 | 11h |
Distances — Ultra Pirineu
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra 100K | 100 | 6,400 | 6 | 27h |
| Marathon 54K | 54 | 3,800 | 4 | 14h |
| Trail 30K | 30 | 1,800 | 2 | 9h |
Logistics & costs
| Travesera Picos de Europa | Ultra Pirineu | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Potes, Cantabria | Bagà, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 539 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 March 2026 | 1 April 2026 |
| Registration closes | 15 August 2026 | 15 September 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 8 mandatory items | 8 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Accommodation
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Gear
Travesera Picos de Europa
-
Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Ultra Pirineu
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Travesera Picos de Europa
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Ultra Pirineu
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Car Rental
Travesera Picos de Europa
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Pirineu
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Ultra Pirineu is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Travesera Picos de Europa. In terms of elevation gain, Ultra Pirineu 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.