Osuna
VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
Sunday, 11 April 2027estimated date
VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón 2027: estimated date 11 April 2027
The organiser has not published the official 2027 schedule yet. The estimated date is based on last year's edition; we'll confirm it as soon as it's announced. Start sorting your gear and logistics.
Race data
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | Max Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CxM Larga | 23 km | D+ 1100m | - | - |
| CxM Corta | 12 km | D+ 650m | - | - |
Gear up for VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
Buying guides with the best value for money, picked for this kind of terrain.
What you need
Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6
Gourmet Latino
Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet Latino
ISDIN
ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50+
How long will it take you?
Estimate your race time based on distance, elevation and your runner level.
Historical weather
Typical weather for the race date (10-year average)
Temperature
11°C – 21°C
Average 16°C
Rain
27%
1.9 mm avg
Wind
24 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
11h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Sun protection essential (11h sunshine, up to 21°C)
Forecast for 11 April
Real-time data from Open-Meteo
Trail El Calvario del Dragón
Trail El Calvario del Dragón is a trail running race held in Osuna (Seville), starting and finishing at the El Calvario Municipal Motocross Circuit. In 2026 it reaches its eighth edition and is the decisive final race of the Seville Mountain Running Cup organised by FADMES.
Osuna, a monumental town in the heart of the Seville countryside, surprises with a wilder natural setting than expected: narrow streams, pine forests and rock formations that make this one of the most technical and spectacular races in the province.
The course
The race offers two distances sharing the first 8 kilometres through the Chamorro area and Las Palomas stream:
- CxM Larga (23K) — 1,100m D+. After the shared 8 km, the route continues towards the Los Naranjos pine forest and runs over 3 km along the Salinoso stream, considered the most spectacular section. The technical rock climb near Cortijo de La Lapa is the most demanding point
- CxM Corta (12K) — 650m D+. A more accessible distance but with true mountain character, ideal for getting started in trail running
The terrain combines low mountain trails, pine forest tracks, stream sections and technical rocky climbs. The 2026 edition introduces modifications that increase both elevation and distance compared to previous years.
Osuna
Osuna is one of the monumental jewels of Seville province. The Collegiate Church, the Renaissance university, the cobblestone streets of the old town and the quarries — which served as a filming location for Game of Thrones — are well worth a visit. Take the opportunity to discover the local cuisine and nearby towns like Estepa or Écija.
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Inscripción Trail El Calvario del Dragón 2026
RegistrationLas inscripciones se realizan a través de Tecnocrono. La CxM Larga está limitada a 200 dorsales.
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- •CxM Larga (23K): 22 € — limitada a 200 dorsales
- •CxM Corta (12K): 15 € — sin límite de plazas
- •Plazo de inscripción hasta el 7 de abril de 2026
- •Octava edición de la prueba
Dónde dormir en Osuna
AccommodationOsuna es una ciudad monumental con buena oferta hotelera.
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- •Osuna tiene hoteles y hostales a buen precio
- •El Palacio Marqués de la Gomera es un hotel con encanto en pleno centro
- •Alternativa más económica: alojamientos en Écija o Estepa (a 30 min)
- •Reserva con antelación si coincide con Semana Santa
Material recomendado para el Calvario del Dragón
GearTerreno variado con tramos de arroyo, senderos de montaña baja y subidas técnicas sobre roca.
Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6
Salomon's most versatile trail shoe, ideal for technical terrain and mud. Exceptional grip with Contagrip sole and EnergyCell+ cushioning.
Black Diamond
Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z
Ultralight carbon Z-pole foldable trekking poles. 137 g per pole in 110 cm length, 33 cm folded. EVA grip and adjustable strap. The trail running reference.
Hoka
Hoka Speedgoat 7
The best-selling trail shoe in the US and an absolute ultra-trail classic. Max Hoka cushioning, a Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs for grip in mud and technical terrain, and a snug Matryx upper. Built to eat up kilometres without punishing your legs in long races.
Altra
Altra Lone Peak 9
Trail running shoe with zero drop and wide FootShape toe box that allows natural toe splay. 25 mm stack with EGO foam for balanced cushioning without losing ground contact. MaxTrac outsole with 3.5 mm lugs, ideal for non-technical trails, forest tracks and long-distance paths.
New Balance
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
The model breaking into Spain's best-seller charts. Fresh Foam X midsole with a solid balance between cushioning and ground feel, a Vibram Megagrip outsole, and a comfortable last suited to wide feet. A reliable all-rounder for training runs and mountain races of any distance.
Saucony
Saucony Peregrine 16
The all-round trail shoe par excellence, with excellent reviews across every type of runner. PWRTRAC outsole with 5 mm lugs for grip on mixed and technical terrain, balanced PWRRUN cushioning, and rock-plate protection depending on the version. The perfect middle ground between responsiveness and protection.
Freet
Freet Feldom 3
100% barefoot trail shoe with zero drop, minimal stack (6 mm sole) and anatomical last that respects the natural width of the foot. No midsole cushioning: maximum proprioception and ground feedback. Multi-directional lugs for dirt trails and paths. Designed for runners already adapted to minimalist footwear or those transitioning gradually from cushioned natural footwear.
Garmin
Garmin Forerunner 965
Premium running watch with a 1.4" AMOLED display, onboard topo maps, multi-band GPS and music. Up to 31 h in GPS mode (19 h multi-band) and 23 days in smartwatch mode, at just 53 g. Garmin's top running watch without the bulk of a Fenix: ideal for marathons and single-day ultras with accurate navigation.
Tips
- •Zapatillas de trail con buen agarre para tramos de roca y arroyo
- •Chaleco de hidratación con mínimo 1L para la distancia larga
- •Gorra o visera — en abril ya puede hacer calor en la campiña
- •Cada corredor debe llevar su propio vaso (carrera sin plásticos)
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Best Value Trail and Mountain GPS Watches 2026: Comparison and Buying Guide
The best value-for-money trail and mountain GPS watches in 2026: Coros Pace 3, Amazfit T-Rex 3 and Cheetah Pro, Garmin Forerunner 165 and Suunto Race 2. How much a good trail watch costs, which ones have cheap offline maps, whether an Amazfit performs like a Garmin and which watch to buy for your budget. Figures verified against the manufacturer.
The 6 Best Trail Running Socks 2026
Compare the 6 best trail running socks in 2026: Compressport Pro Racing V3.0 Trail, Injinji Trail Midweight Crew, OrrinSports toe socks, Lurbel Desafío Four, Icebreaker Merino Hike+ and Compressport Full Socks Recovery. Toe socks vs regular, merino vs synthetic, and how to avoid blisters.
Nutrición para el Trail El Calvario del Dragón
NutritionEstrategia nutricional para una carrera técnica con desnivel exigente.
Gourmet Latino
Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet Latino
Natural guava bar in individual 26 g format. High in vitamin C and fast-absorbing carbohydrates. Solid texture with easy-open wrapper, perfect for carrying during races. Intense sweet flavor that delivers immediate energy without needing water.
Maurten
Maurten Gel 100
Gel de hidrogel con 25g de carbohidratos. La tecnología de hidrogel encapsula los carbohidratos para una absorción sin molestias gástricas. Sabor neutro, sin edulcorantes artificiales. Usado por corredores de élite en maratón y ultra.
Crown Sport Nutrition
Crown Sport Nutrition 3:1 Recovery+
Recuperador muscular a base de proteína de suero aislada (whey isolate) con ratio carbohidratos-proteína 3:1, enriquecido con L-Leucina y L-Glutamina. Certificado Informed Sport y sin alérgenos añadidos. Formato de 750 g, sabor sandía.
GU
GU Energy Gel Original
Gel energético con 100 calorías y 21g de carbohidratos por sobre. Mezcla de maltodextrina y fructosa para absorción óptima. Incluye aminoácidos y electrolitos. El gel más usado en ultratrails de todo el mundo.
226ERS
226ERS Isotonic Drink
Bebida isotónica en polvo de la marca española 226ERS. Aporta carbohidratos, electrolitos y minerales para mantener la hidratación durante el ejercicio. Fórmula con amilopectina para absorción rápida sin molestias digestivas.
Victory Endurance
Victory Endurance Total Recovery
Preparado en polvo para bebida de recuperación post-entreno con carbohidratos, electrolitos y proteína en ratio BCAA 2:1:1. Incluye 12 vitaminas y 9 minerales para acelerar la recuperación muscular tras un trail largo. Formato de 1250 g, sabor sandía.
226ERS
226ERS Recovery Drink
Muscle recovery shake from Spanish brand 226ERS. Formula with whey protein, amylopectin, amino acids (including glutamine and BCAAs) and minerals. Carb-to-protein ratio optimised for the post-exercise window. Good taste and digestive tolerance.
226ERS
226ERS Sub9 Pro Salts Electrolytes
The caffeinated version of Sub9 Salts: 250 mg of sodium and 40 mg of caffeine per capsule, plus potassium, magnesium and ginger. Made for the final stretch of an ultra, when you need to replace salts and get a lift without opening another caffeine gel.
Tips
- •Lleva geles o barritas extra para complementar entre avituallamientos
- •Desayuna al menos 2 horas antes de la salida
- •Hidrátate bien la víspera — abril en Sevilla puede superar los 25 °C
Cómo llegar a Osuna
TransportOsuna tiene excelente conexión por la A-92.
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- •Sevilla a 1h por la A-92 (90 km)
- •Málaga a 1h 45min por la A-92 y A-45
- •Granada a 2h por la A-92
- •Córdoba a 1h 30min
- •Osuna tiene estación de tren (línea Sevilla-Granada)
Alquiler de coche para Osuna
Car RentalEl coche es la opción más cómoda para llegar al circuito de motocross El Calvario.
DRIVALIA
DRIVALIA Alquiler de vehículos por Suscripción CarCloud Country Plus
SUV/crossover vehicle rental subscription, ideal for reaching mountain races via rural roads and forest tracks.
DRIVALIA
DRIVALIA Alquiler de vehículos por Suscripción CarCloud City
Urban vehicle rental subscription, perfect for getting to races with good highway and conventional road access.
Carla
Carla Car Rental - Reserva ahora, paga después
Car rental comparison in over 180 countries with free cancellation. Book now and pay when you pick up the vehicle, no hidden fees or upfront card charges.
Hertz
Hertz - Alquiler de coches
Car rental with one of the world's most recognised brands, with offices at airports and cities across Spain.
Tips
- •Recoge el coche en Sevilla o Málaga
- •La A-92 conecta directamente con Osuna
- •Aprovecha para visitar Écija, Estepa o Antequera de camino
Seguro deportivo para el Trail El Calvario del Dragón
InsuranceConsulta con la organización los requisitos de seguro.
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- •Los federados FADMES ya tienen seguro deportivo incluido
- •Si no estás federado, consulta con la organización las opciones de seguro
Protección solar para el Trail El Calvario del Dragón
Sun ProtectionEn abril la radiación UV en la campiña sevillana es alta.
ISDIN
ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50+
Ultralight water-phase facial sunscreen with SPF 50+. Fluid texture that absorbs instantly with no greasy residue, ideal for applying during a race. Water and sweat resistant.
Cantabria Labs
Heliocare 360º Sport Transparent Stick SPF 50+
Transparent SPF 50+ sun stick, 25 g, with 360º protection (UVA, UVB, visible light and infrared). Goes on dry in seconds over face, ears, neck and bald scalp with no sticky hands and no white cast: the format built for reapplying at an aid station. High water and sweat resistance, from a Spanish pharmacy brand.
Columbia
Columbia Schooner Bank II Cachalot
Legionnaire-style cap with neck flap, ideal for long-duration races with intense sun exposure. Covers the neck and ears, two of the areas most prone to sunburn in the mountains.
Julbo
Julbo Aero
Sports sunglasses with a Reactiv photochromic lens that automatically adapts to changing light, an ultralight panoramic frame and the Air Link temple system for a secure, pressure-free fit. Built for high-mountain trail running, where light shifts constantly between forest, rock and open summits.
Sun Bum
Sun Bum Sunscreen Lip Balm SPF 30
Lip balm with SPF 30 sun protection in stick format. Moisturises and protects lips from sunburn, a spot many runners forget. Coconut flavour, paraben-free.
Buff
Buff Venture Gorra 5 Panel
Lightweight 5-panel cap with UPF 50+ protection, breathable fabric and comfortable fit. Ideal for summer trail running races where weight and ventilation are a priority.
d'Alba
d'Alba Air Fit Fresh Stick SPF 50+ PA++++
Facial SPF 50+ PA++++ sun stick, 19 g, Korean skincare, vegan and fragrance-free. Dry, powdery finish, not sticky, doesn't sting the eyes when you sweat: comfortable for daily training and shorter races. The lightest and cheapest option in the comparison.
Piz Buin
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+
Mountain sunscreen with SPF 50+ formulated for extreme altitude conditions. Extra protection against intensified UV radiation and cold wind. Rich texture that protects skin from dehydration.
Tips
- •Aplica protección solar antes de la salida
- •Reaplica en los avituallamientos si la carrera se alarga
- •Los tramos de arroyo y pinar dan sombra, pero las subidas expuestas no
Cuidado corporal para el Trail El Calvario del Dragón
Body CareProtección extra para una carrera técnica con cruces de arroyo y subidas rocosas.
Buff
Buff CoolNet UV+
Multifunctional tubular with UPF 50+ UV protection and cooling technology. Can be worn as neck gaiter, headband, balaclava or wristband. CoolNet fabric reflects UV rays and cools the skin by evaporation.
Julbo
Julbo Aerospeed
Sport sunglasses with Reactiv photochromic lenses that automatically adapt to light conditions (category 1 to 3). Designed for trail running with non-slip temples and integrated ventilation.
OOFOS
OOFOS OOriginal Sport
Unisex recovery sandal with patented OOfoam technology, which absorbs 37% more impact than conventional EVA foam and reduces stress on feet, ankles and back after exertion. Closed thong-style toe post with built-in arch support in the footbed. Machine washable.
Therabody
Theragun Mini (2.ª generación)
Compact massage gun with QuietForce motor and 3 speeds (1750-2400 percussions/min). Weighs just 500g and fits in your race vest or bag. Ideal for self-massage of quads, calves and glutes after a trail.
Compex
Compex Ayre Recovery Boots
Pneumatic pressotherapy boots with 4 sequential air chambers. Dynamic compression that improves venous return and speeds up toxin elimination after mountain races. 3 pressure levels and 20-30 minute sessions. Built-in rechargeable battery.
Salomon
Salomon Mangas Running
Lightweight, breathable and absorbent running sleeves from Salomon, with a comfortable adaptable fit for variable mountain temperature conditions.
Salomon
Salomon Polaina Cuello Merino
Salomon merino wool neck gaiter. Natural warmth, breathable and odour-resistant even after several uses without washing, key for multi-day ultras. Versatile use in the mountains and premium trail running.
Bob and Brad
Bob and Brad Q2 Mini
Mini massage gun designed by two physiotherapists: 430 g, brushless motor with 15 kg stall force and operation under 45 dB. Charges over USB-C from any charger and ships with a case. The value pick for packing recovery into your bag or car boot.
Tips
- •Gafas de sol para los tramos expuestos
- •Vaselina en zonas de roce, especialmente para la 23K
- •Los pies pueden mojarse en los cruces de arroyo — calcetines técnicos recomendados
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Trail El Calvario del Dragón 2026?
- Sunday, April 12, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM from the El Calvario Municipal Motocross Circuit in Osuna (Seville).
- What distances does the Trail El Calvario del Dragón have?
- Two distances: CxM Larga 23K (1,100m D+) and CxM Corta 12K (650m D+). Both share the first 8 kilometres.
- How do I get to Osuna?
- Osuna is in southeastern Seville province, with direct access via the A-92 motorway. From Seville city it's about 90 km (1h). The nearest airports are Seville (SVQ, 1h 15min) and Málaga (AGP, 1h 45min).
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