Ultra Pirineu vs HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
Ultra Pirineu (100km, 6400m D+) vs HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB (163km, 10000m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite 
Elite Physical profile
| Ultra Pirineu | HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 3 October 2026 | 3 July 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Mountain |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 6,400m D+ | 10,000m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 6 | — |
| UTMB Category | 100M | 100M |
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 |
Distances — HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| VDA 163K | 163 | 10,000 | 48h |
| CDH 110K | 110 | 6,400 | 28h |
| TDL 75K | 75 | 5,100 | 20h |
| PDA 55K | 55 | 3,300 | 14h |
| EXP 32K | 32 | 2,100 | 7h15 |
| SKY 18K | 18 | 900 | — |
| SKY Promesas 18K | 18 | 900 | — |
| Vielha 10K | 10 | 500 | — |
Logistics & costs
| Ultra Pirineu | HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Bagà, Catalonia | Vielha, Catalonia |
| Distance between venues | 101 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 April 2026 | — |
| Registration closes | 15 September 2026 | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 8 mandatory items | 12 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Accommodation
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Gear
Ultra Pirineu
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
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Salomon ADV Skin 12Salomon
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Petzl Actik CorePetzl
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Salomon Bonatti WPSalomon
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Nutrition
Ultra Pirineu
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
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Maurten Gel 100Maurten
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SiS GO Isotonic Energy GelScience in Sport
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Clif Bar Original Energy BarClif Bar
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Car Rental
Ultra Pirineu
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
No recommendations
Body Care
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
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Julbo AerospeedJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Buff
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Compressport ArmForce UltralightCompressport
Sun Protection
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
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-
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Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+Piz Buin
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Ultra Pirineu. In terms of elevation gain, HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB 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.