Date, registration & deadlines
Oct 17, 2026 · Check official website
Local guides
Race data
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | ITRA | Max Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anaga Xtrm 25K | 25 km | D+ 1460m | - | 6h | - |
| Anaga Xtrm 18K | 18 km | D+ 1135m | - | 5h | - |
| Anaga Xtrm 10K | 10 km | D+ 361m | - | 3h | - |
What you need
Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6
Gourmet Latino
Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet Latino
DRIVALIA
DRIVALIA Alquiler de vehículos por Suscripción CarCloud Country Plus
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
20°C – 26°C
Average 23°C
Rain
17%
0.7 mm avg
Wind
13 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
9h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Sun protection essential (9h sunshine, up to 26°C)
Forecast for October 17
Real-time data from Open-Meteo
Santa Cruz Extreme
Santa Cruz Extreme brings skyrunning to the heart of Anaga, Tenerife’s oldest mountain massif. Just a few kilometres from the capital, the trails plunge into one of Europe’s most important laurel forest reserves: a humid woodland that seems to belong to another geological era.
Anaga: Tenerife’s jungle
Anaga Rural Park is a natural jewel on the doorstep of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The 25K Anaga Xtrm course with 1,460m of elevation gain combines:
- Ancient laurel forest — Humid woodland with giant ferns, mosses, and lichen-covered trees
- Deep ravines — Technical descents through narrow river beds
- Anaga ridges — Knife-edge trails with Atlantic views on both sides
- Rural hamlets — Passing through traditional villages like Afur, Chinamada, and Taborno
The combination of humidity, technical terrain, and elevation gain makes Anaga a singular challenge within the Canarian skyrunning circuit.
Santa Cruz, the perfect base
The logistical advantage of Santa Cruz Extreme is unbeatable: start and finish in Tenerife’s capital, with the airport 15 minutes away, tram, hotels, and restaurants at the race doorstep. October is a perfect time to visit Tenerife, with pleasant temperatures and the island less crowded than in summer.
Use our pace calculator to plan your effort on the technical Anaga terrain, and check out our gear checklist to prepare. Discover more races in the Canary Islands.
Mandatory Gear
According to the official race regulations
With enough battery to last the entire race
360 Complete Pack
Santa Cruz Extreme 2026 Registration
InscripciónRace organized in Santa Cruz de Tenerife with start and finish in the capital. Commitment to environmental sustainability.
Browse all inscripciónTips
- • Scoring race for the Sky Fecamon Tour (4th round)
- • Federation licence or day insurance mandatory
- • The organization promotes responsible environmental practices
Where to stay for Santa Cruz Extreme
AlojamientoSanta Cruz de Tenerife is the island's capital with a wide range of hotels.
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- • Santa Cruz has hotels of all categories in the centre
- • La Laguna (10 min by tram) is an alternative with historic heritage
- • October is mid-season: good availability and reasonable prices
Gear for Santa Cruz Extreme
MaterialAnaga terrain: humid slippery laurel forest, narrow trails, roots, ravines, and exposed ridges.
Browse all materialTips
- • Shoes with aggressive grip: Anaga trails can be very slippery
- • The laurel forest is humid: expect mud and roots
- • Light windbreaker for the Anaga ridges
Nutrition for Santa Cruz Extreme
NutriciónOctober race with moderate temperatures but high humidity in the laurel forest.
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- • Adequate hydration: Anaga's humidity is deceptive
- • Gels and bars to supplement aid stations
How to get to Santa Cruz de Tenerife
TransporteSanta Cruz is Tenerife's capital with excellent connections.
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- • Tenerife North Airport (TFN) 15 minutes away
- • Tenerife South Airport (TFS) 1 hour away
- • Tram connects Santa Cruz with La Laguna
- • TITSA buses with a full network across the island
Car rental in Tenerife
Alquiler de vehículoA car is useful for exploring the island before and after the race.
DRIVALIA
DRIVALIA Alquiler de vehículos por Suscripción CarCloud Country Plus
Suscripción de alquiler de vehículos tipo SUV/crossover, ideal para llegar a carreras de montaña por carreteras rurales y pistas forestales.
DRIVALIA
DRIVALIA Alquiler de vehículos por Suscripción CarCloud City
Suscripción de alquiler de vehículos urbanos, perfecta para desplazarte a carreras con buenos accesos por autovía y carretera convencional.
Tips
- • Parking available in Santa Cruz
- • Take time to visit Teide and northern Tenerife
Sports insurance for Santa Cruz Extreme
SeguroMountain race through Anaga Rural Park.
Browse all seguroTips
- • Federation licence or day insurance mandatory
- • For international runners: travel insurance with sports coverage
Sun protection for Santa Cruz Extreme
Protección solarOctober in Tenerife is still sunny. Anaga ridges are exposed, though the laurel forest provides shade.
ISDIN
ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50+
Protector solar facial ultraligero de fase acuosa con SPF 50+. Textura fluida que se absorbe al instante sin dejar residuo graso, ideal para aplicar durante la carrera. Resistente al agua y al sudor.
Sun Bum
Sun Bum Sunscreen Lip Balm SPF 30
Bálsamo labial con protección solar SPF 30 en formato stick. Hidrata y protege los labios de quemaduras solares, un punto que muchos corredores olvidan. Sabor a coco, sin parabenos.
Tips
- • Sun protection for the ridge sections outside the laurel forest
- • The laurel forest offers good shade, but ridges burn
Body care for Santa Cruz Extreme
Cuidado corporalAlternation between humid laurel forest and dry, sunny ridges.
Julbo
Julbo Aerospeed
Gafas de sol deportivas con lentes fotocromáticas Reactiv que se adaptan automáticamente a las condiciones de luz (categoría 1 a 3). Diseñadas para trail running con patillas antideslizantes y ventilación integrada.
Buff
Buff CoolNet UV+
Tubular multifunción con protección UV UPF 50+ y tecnología de refrigeración. Se puede usar como cuello, cinta de cabeza, balaclava o muñequera. El tejido CoolNet refleja los rayos UV y enfría la piel por evaporación.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Visor
Visera de trail running ultraligera con banda de sudor absorbente y tejido transpirable. La visera protege la cara del sol sin retener calor como una gorra cerrada, ideal para carreras de verano.
Tips
- • Sunglasses for the ridge sections
- • Humidity in the laurel forest can cause chafing: use anti-chafe balm
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Santa Cruz Extreme 2026?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026. It is the fourth scoring race of the Sky Fecamon Tour.
- What distances does Santa Cruz Extreme offer?
- Three distances: Anaga Xtrm 25K (1,460m D+), Anaga Xtrm 18K (1,135m D+), and Anaga Xtrm 10K (361m D+).
- How do you get to Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
- Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is 15 minutes from Santa Cruz. Tenerife South (TFS) is 1 hour away. The tram and buses connect the centre with the entire island.
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