Ultra Pirineu vs Zegama-Aizkorri
Ultra Pirineu (100km, 6400m D+) vs Zegama-Aizkorri (42km, 2736m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Elite
ElitePhysical profile
| Ultra Pirineu | Zegama-Aizkorri | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 3 October 2026 | 24 May 2026 |
| Terrain | Mountain | Skyrunning |
| Difficulty | Elite | Elite |
| Max elevation gain | 6,400m D+ | 2,736m D+ |
| Max ITRA | 6 | 3 |
| UTMB Category | 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 — Zegama-Aizkorri
| Name | Km | D+ | ITRA | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maratón Zegama-Aizkorri 42K | 42 | 2,736 | 3 | 10h |
| Kilómetro Vertical | 4.5 | 1,050 | 1 | 2h |
Logistics & costs
| Ultra Pirineu | Zegama-Aizkorri | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Bagà, Catalonia | Zegama, Basque Country |
| Distance between venues | 349 km | |
| Registration opens | 1 April 2026 | 10 January 2026 |
| Registration closes | 15 September 2026 | 30 April 2026 |
| Mandatory Gear | 8 mandatory items | 1 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit(opens in a new tab) | Visit(opens in a new tab) |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Zegama-Aizkorri
No recommendations
Accommodation
Ultra Pirineu
Hotel El Segon Pis(opens in a new tab)El Segon Pis
Hotel La Cabaña Berga(opens in a new tab)Hotel La Cabaña Berga
Hotel Berga Park(opens in a new tab)Hotel Berga Park
Hotel Estel(opens in a new tab)Hotel Estel
Apartamento CANYET(opens in a new tab)Apartamento CANYET
Zegama-Aizkorri
No recommendations
Gear
Ultra Pirineu
Recommended for both
Zegama-Aizkorri
- Recommended for both
Nutrition
Ultra Pirineu
SiS GO Isotonic Energy Gel(opens in a new tab)Science in Sport
Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500(opens in a new tab)Precision Fuel & Hydration
Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothGourmet Latino
Zegama-Aizkorri
- Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Zegama-Aizkorri
No recommendations
Car Rental
Ultra Pirineu
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Zegama-Aizkorri
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Ultra Pirineu
No recommendations
Zegama-Aizkorri
No recommendations
Body Care
Ultra Pirineu
Leukotape P Sports Tape(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothBSN Medical (Leukotape)
Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for bothSquirrel's Nut Butter
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Zegama-Aizkorri
- Leukotape P Sports Tape(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
BSN Medical (Leukotape)
- Squirrel's Nut Butter Anti-Chafe Cream(opens in a new tab)Recommended for both
Squirrel's Nut Butter
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Sun Protection
Ultra Pirineu
Recommended for both
Recommended for both
Zegama-Aizkorri
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Terrain and elevation
Ultra Pirineu is classified as Mountain, while Zegama-Aizkorri is Skyrunning — different technical demands on paper. On its longest distance, Zegama-Aizkorri climbs around 65m per km versus 64m/km on the other race — the higher that ratio, the steeper and more technical the climbs tend to be.
Location and travel
Ultra Pirineu (Catalonia) and Zegama-Aizkorri (Basque Country) sit roughly 349km apart — worth factoring into travel plans if you're weighing both for the same season.
Entry price
Zegama-Aizkorri is the cheaper entry, starting from €25 versus €50 for Ultra Pirineu — a €25 gap on the entry-level distance.
Time of year
Ultra Pirineu runs in October and Zegama-Aizkorri in May, so both fit in the same season if you want to race them separately. Ultra Pirineu falls right in its region's recommended window. Zegama-Aizkorri falls right in its region's recommended window.
Mandatory gear
1 item overlaps between both mandatory gear lists. Ultra Pirineu additionally requires bastones, frontal, camiseta-termica and 4 more.
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Ultra Pirineu is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Zegama-Aizkorri. 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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