Ultra Montseny vs Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
Ultra Montseny (80km, 4868m D+) vs Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa (50km, 4100m 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 Trail Torla-Ordesa | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 11 April 2026 | 27 June 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 4,868m D+ | 4,100m D+ |
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 Torla-Ordesa
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra de Tendeñera 50K | 50 | 4,100 | 18h |
| Vuelta al Cebollar 25K | 25 | 1,800 | 7h |
| Os Foratos de Lomenas 13K | 13 | 600 | 3h |
| KV Arañonera | 2.9 | 600 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Ultra Montseny | Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Viladrau, Catalonia | Torla-Ordesa, Huesca, Aragon |
| Distance between venues | 223 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 October 2025 | 28 December 2025 |
| Registration closes | 5 April 2026 | 1 June 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 7 mandatory items | 13 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
No recommendations
Accommodation
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
No recommendations
Gear
Ultra Montseny
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
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Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for bothPetzl
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Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryRecommended for bothGore Wear
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
- Petzl Actik CoreRecommended for both
Petzl
- Gore Wear R7 GTX ShakedryRecommended for both
Gore Wear
Nutrition
Ultra Montseny
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Maurten Gel 100Recommended for bothMaurten
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Dátiles Medjool DorimedDorimed
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
- Maurten Gel 100Recommended for both
Maurten
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226ERS Isotonic Drink226ERS
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoGourmet Latino
Transport
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
No recommendations
Car Rental
Ultra Montseny
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Ultra Montseny
No recommendations
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
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 Trail Torla-Ordesa
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Salomon Cross VisorSalomon
Sun Protection
Ultra Montseny
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Ultra Trail Torla-Ordesa
- Recommended for both
-
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
- 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 Torla-Ordesa. 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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Do I need the same mandatory gear for both?
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.