Ultra Montseny vs Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
Ultra Montseny (80km, 4868m D+) vs Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada (64km, 3000m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
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Advanced Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
Prades, Tarragona, Catalonia
Physical profile
| Ultra Montseny | Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 11 April 2026 | 18 April 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 4,868m D+ | 3,000m D+ |
| Max ITRA | — | 3 |
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 Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTMCD 64K | 64 | 3,000 | 3 | 14h |
| MMCD 44K | 44 | 1,744 | 2 | — |
| TMCD 23K | 23 | 969 | 1 | — |
| TMCD 11K | 11.5 | 509 | — | — |
| Start Trail 7K | 7 | 250 | — | — |
Logistics & costs
| Ultra Montseny | Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Viladrau, Catalonia | Prades, Tarragona, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 131 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 October 2025 | — |
| Registration closes | 5 April 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 6 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
No recommendations
Accommodation
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
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 Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Nutrition
Ultra Montseny
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedRecommended for bothDorimed
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
- Dátiles Medjool DorimedRecommended for both
Dorimed
Transport
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
No recommendations
Car Rental
Ultra Montseny
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
No recommendations
Body Care
Ultra Montseny
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmRecommended for bothBodyGlide
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Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploRecommended for bothCompeed
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Lurbel Desafío FourRecommended for bothLurbel
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
- BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe BalmRecommended for both
BodyGlide
- Compeed Ampollas Medianas DuploRecommended for both
Compeed
- Lurbel Desafío FourRecommended for both
Lurbel
Sun Protection
Ultra Montseny
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Ultra Montseny is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Ultra Trail Muntanyes Costa Daurada. In terms of elevation gain, Ultra Montseny 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.