Trail races in Canary Islands 2026

The privilege of the Canary Islands is that you can run all 12 months of the year. Coastal temperatures hover around 20-25 °C year-round, while summit temperatures can drop below 5 °C. Summer is viable if you avoid midday hours in low areas. In winter, while mainland Spain is under snow, the big races take place here: Transgrancanaria in February, Tenerife Bluetrail in June, Transvulcania in autumn. The key is altitude: each island has microclimates that change dramatically with elevation.

The Canary Islands are an international trail running destination in their own right. Transgrancanaria, with over 125 km through the ravines of Gran Canaria, is one of the most prestigious ultras on the world calendar and is part of the Ultra-Trail World Tour. Transvulcania traverses La Palma's volcanic spine in an experience unlike any other race. The archipelago attracts thousands of runners every year who combine training with active tourism — the trail infrastructure is excellent, with well-marked paths, perfect climate and air connections to all of Europe.