Ultra Montseny vs Ultra Pirineu
Ultra Montseny (80km, 4868m D+) vs Ultra Pirineu (100km, 6400m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Elite Physical profile
| Ultra Montseny | Ultra Pirineu | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 11 April 2026 | 3 October 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 4,868m D+ | 6,400m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 6 |
| UTMB Category | — | 100M |
Distances — Ultra Montseny
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra 80K | 80 | 4,868 | 24h |
| Montseny 55K | 55 | 3,079 | 16h |
| Trail 32K | 32 | 1,218 | 10h |
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
| Ultra Montseny | Ultra Pirineu | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Viladrau, Catalonia | Bagà, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 62 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 October 2025 | 1 April 2026 |
| Registration closes | 5 April 2026 | 15 September 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 8 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Accommodation
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Gear
Ultra Montseny
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryGore Wear
Ultra Pirineu
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Ultra Montseny
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Ultra Pirineu
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Transport
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Car Rental
Ultra Montseny
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Pirineu
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Body Care
Ultra Montseny
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploCompeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourLurbel
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Sun Protection
Ultra Montseny
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 Ultra Montseny. 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.