Travesera Picos de Europa vs Ultra Trail Gredos
Travesera Picos de Europa (74km, 6560m D+) vs Ultra Trail Gredos (71km, 2322m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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| Travesera Picos de Europa | Ultra Trail Gredos | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 12 June 2027 | 19 September 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 6,560m D+ | 2,322m D+ |
Distances — Travesera Picos de Europa
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travesera Integral 74K | 74 | 6,560 | 20h |
Distances — Ultra Trail Gredos
| Name | Km | D+ |
|---|---|---|
| Ultra de Gredos 71K | 71 | 2,322 |
| Gran Trail de Gredos 54K | 54 | 1,341 |
| Maratón de Gredos 43K | 43 | 1,347 |
| Skyline de Gredos 33K | 33 | 691 |
| Media Maratón de Gredos 20K | 20 | 472 |
| 10K de Gredos | 10 | 168 |
Logistics & costs
| Travesera Picos de Europa | Ultra Trail Gredos | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Arenas de Cabrales, Asturias | Hoyos del Espino, Ávila, Castile and Leon |
| Distance between venues | 321 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | 19 August 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 3 mandatory items | 4 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Accommodation
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Gear
Travesera Picos de Europa
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
Travesera Picos de Europa
Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Gourmet Latino
Ultra Trail Gredos
Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500(opens in a new tab)Precision Fuel & Hydration
Transport
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Car Rental
Travesera Picos de Europa
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Travesera Picos de Europa
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Gredos
No recommendations
Body Care
Travesera Picos de Europa
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
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- 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
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Sun Protection
Travesera Picos de Europa
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Gredos
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Both races share the same terrain classification (Mountain). On its longest distance, Travesera Picos de Europa climbs around 89m per km versus 33m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Travesera Picos de Europa (Asturias) and Ultra Trail Gredos (Castile and Leon) sit roughly 321km apart — worth factoring into travel plans if you're weighing both for the same season.
Entry price
Neither race has published entry pricing yet — check each official website before budgeting your season.
Time of year
Travesera Picos de Europa runs in June and Ultra Trail Gredos in September, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Travesera Picos de Europa falls right in its region's recommended window. Ultra Trail Gredos falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
The two mandatory gear lists don't overlap at all. Travesera Picos de Europa additionally requires trail running shoes, hydration vest or pack, trekking poles; Ultra Trail Gredos additionally requires waterproof windbreaker, headlamp, mobile phone and 1 more.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Travesera Picos de Europa is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Ultra Trail Gredos. In terms of elevation gain, Travesera Picos de Europa 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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