Ultra Montseny vs Ultra Sierra Nevada
Ultra Montseny (80km, 4868m D+) vs Ultra Sierra Nevada (100km, 6200m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Physical profile
| Ultra Montseny | Ultra Sierra Nevada | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 11 April 2026 | 11 July 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 4,868m D+ | 6,200m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 6 |
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 Sierra Nevada
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra 100K | 100 | 6,200 | 6 | 30h |
| Marathon 42K | 42 | 2,800 | 3 | 14h |
| Trail 21K | 21 | 1,200 | 1 | 7h |
Logistics & costs
| Ultra Montseny | Ultra Sierra Nevada | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Viladrau, Catalonia | Granada, Andalusia |
| Distance between venues | 726 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 October 2025 | 1 March 2026 |
| Registration closes | 5 April 2026 | 15 June 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Sierra Nevada
No recommendations
Accommodation
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Sierra Nevada
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 Sierra Nevada
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Ultra Montseny
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Ultra Sierra Nevada
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Transport
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Sierra Nevada
No recommendations
Car Rental
Ultra Montseny
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Sierra Nevada
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Sierra Nevada
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 Sierra Nevada
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Sun Protection
Ultra Montseny
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Sierra Nevada
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
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Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Ultra Sierra Nevada is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Ultra Montseny. In terms of elevation gain, Ultra Sierra Nevada 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.