Photo: Ayuntamiento de Guía de IsoraGuía de Isora, Tenerife
Subida a Tágara
Sunday, 31 January 2027estimated date
Absoluta 32K
32km D+ 2029m
Promesa 20K
20km D+ 1205m
Cadete-Juvenil 10K
10km D+ 508m
Your checklist for Subida a Tágara
What you need, category by category, with our #1 pick for this race. Tick what you already have.
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GPS watch
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED 45 mm
Onboard topo maps, unlike the Instinct 3 Solar
Downside: Shorter battery life than the Instinct 3 Solar (no solar charging or MIP display)
Gear
Shoes with good grip for volcanic terrain
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)La Sportiva Bushido III
FriXion White outsole with Impact Brake System: exceptional grip on rock
Downside: Low cushioning: uncomfortable over very long distances
Nutrition
Aid stations on route with water and fruit
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Gourmet Latino Guava Sandwich
100% natural, no artificial ingredients
Downside: Very sweet flavour, can get tiring with repeated intake
Sun Protection
Apply sunscreen before the start, even with clouds
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)ISDIN Fusion Water Sunscreen SPF 50+
Ultralight texture, feels invisible on skin
Downside: Small format (50 ml), may run short on ultras
Body Care
Sunglasses essential on the lava field sections
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Julbo Aerospeed
Photochromic lenses: adapt from forest to summits
Downside: Higher price compared to non-photochromic glasses
Car Rental
Tenerife has good coastal motorways and narrow mountain roads
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)DRIVALIA CarCloud Country Plus
Mandatory
Charged mobile phone
With enough battery to last the entire race
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Generic Running Waist Pack with Phone Pocket
Mandatory
Reusable cup
Cup or soft flask mandatory at aid stations
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Salomon Soft Flask 250 ml
High-flow valve: quick sips without hard biting
Downside: Pricier than generic Amazon flasks
Trip logistics
Registration, travel and insurance: what you should have sorted before race day.
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Seasonal kit
Snow and altitude at Subida a Tágara: high-mountain kit
Thermal layers, windproof shell, gloves, gaiters, sunglasses and mandatory gear for running on snow.
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Mandatory Gear
According to the official race regulations
Charged mobile phone
With enough battery to last the entire race
Reusable cup
Cup or soft flask mandatory at aid stations
Items tagged “Mandatory” are in the checklist above, with a recommended product.
Race data
Terrain
Skyrunning
Difficulty
Advanced
Distance
3 modalities
Absoluta 32K
- Distance
- 32 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 2029m
- Max Time
- 7h
Promesa 20K
- Distance
- 20 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 1205m
- Max Time
- 5h
Cadete-Juvenil 10K
- Distance
- 10 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 508m
- Max Time
- 3h
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Absoluta 32K | 32 km | D+ 2029m | 7h |
| Promesa 20K | 20 km | D+ 1205m | 5h |
| Cadete-Juvenil 10K | 10 km | D+ 508m | 3h |
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Historical weather
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Typical weather for the race date (10-year average)
Temperature
10°C – 18°C
Average 14°C
Rain
3%
0.2 mm avg
Wind
13 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
10h
daily average
Forecast for 31 January
Weather forecast from Open-Meteo (may change until race day)
Subida a Tágara
Subida a Tágara is one of southern Tenerife’s longest-running mountain races. From Guía de Isora, runners climb through the municipality’s mid-altitude farmland, cross volcanic lava fields, and enter dense Canarian pine forest before reaching Tágara, at the foot of Mount Teide.
In its 15th edition, the race has established itself as the opening round of the Sky Fecamon Tour (Canary Islands Skyrunning Cup), attracting the archipelago’s top skyrunners and giving the event a high competitive edge.
The course
The main 32K race with 2,029 metres of elevation gain is a demanding ascent combining:
- Guía de Isora mid-altitude zone — Agricultural trails between dry-stone terraces
- Volcanic lava fields — Technical sections over lava and ash
- Canarian pine forest — Pine woodland between 1,000 and 2,000 metres altitude
- Tágara — Finish at one of the municipality’s highest points, with views of Teide
February in Tenerife
Subida a Tágara takes place in the heart of the Canarian winter — a perfect time for mountain running in the islands. Coastal temperatures hover around 20 °C, but summits can drop below 10 °C. It’s a great opportunity to kick off the skyrunning season and combine the race with a few days of holiday in southern Tenerife.
Use our pace calculator to plan your effort on the steep ascent, and find the right footwear in our best trail running shoes for 2026 guide. Explore more races in the Canary Islands.
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Subida a Tágara 2026 Registration
RegistrationRace organized by Guama Trail and Guía de Isora Town Council. 550 bibs available.
Tips
- •Registration usually sells out quickly
- •Scoring race for the Sky Fecamon Tour and Canary Islands Championship
- •FECAMON federation licence or day insurance mandatory
Where to stay for Subida a Tágara
AccommodationGuía de Isora is on Tenerife's southwest coast, a tourist area with good hotel supply.
Tips
- •Guía de Isora and Alcalá have hotels, apartments and rural houses
- •Playa de San Juan and Los Gigantes are alternatives 15-20 minutes away
- •February is high season in southern Tenerife: book early
Gear for Subida a Tágara
GearVaried terrain: tracks, mid-altitude trails, lava fields and Canarian pine forest. The final kilometres are technical with loose volcanic rock.
Tips
- •Shoes with good grip for volcanic terrain
- •Poles recommended for the 32K distance
- •Light windbreaker: the route climbs into the pine forest zone
Which shoes for Subida a Tágara?
Which footwear fits based on the race's terrain and weather
Which GPS watch for Subida a Tágara?
Which watch has the battery to last based on your estimated finish time
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The 8 best skyrunning shoes in 2026: La Sportiva Bushido III and Prodigio Pro, NNormal Kjerag, Scarpa Ribelle Run 2, La Sportiva Mutant, Rossignol Vezor, Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed and Nike Ultrafly. Rock grip, weight, drop and which race each one suits.
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Comparison of the best neck gaiters for trail running in 2026: Buff Original, Midweight, Windproof, DryFlx, CoolNet UV+, Thermonet, HANKER and Salomon Merino. Which to pick based on sun, wind, cold or budget.
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The best thermal base layers for trail running in 2026: Odlo Active Warm Eco, Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis, Craft Pro Hypervent, Under Armour ColdGear, Salomon Agile LS Tee and Odlo I-Thermic. Which to pick based on cold, sweat management, merino wool, compression or built-in wind protection.
Nutrition for Subida a Tágara
NutritionMountain race with significant cumulative elevation gain. Energy management is key on the longer distances.
Tips
- •Aid stations on route with water and fruit
- •Carry your own gels or bars to supplement
- •Extra hydration in February: the Tenerife sun is already warm
How to get to Guía de Isora
TransportGuía de Isora has good motorway connections from both Tenerife airports.
Tips
- •Tenerife South Airport (TFS) 45 minutes away
- •Tenerife North Airport (TFN) 1 hour away
- •TITSA buses connect Guía de Isora from Costa Adeje and Los Cristianos
Car rental in Tenerife
Car RentalA car is the most convenient way to get around Tenerife.
Tips
- •Tenerife has good coastal motorways and narrow mountain roads
- •Free parking in Guía de Isora
Sports insurance for Subida a Tágara
InsuranceMountain race through high-altitude terrain.
Tips
- •FECAMON licence or day insurance mandatory
- •For international runners: travel insurance with sports coverage
Sun protection for Subida a Tágara
Sun ProtectionFebruary in Tenerife can be deceptive: the sun on the mid-altitude slopes and pine forest is already intense. Lack of shade on the lava field sections increases exposure.
Tips
- •Apply sunscreen before the start, even with clouds
- •Reapply at aid stations
- •Dark lava fields reflect heat and increase perceived temperature
Body care for Subida a Tágara
Body CareExposed sections through mid-altitude terrain and pine forest require sun and wind protection.
Tips
- •Sunglasses essential on the lava field sections
- •Visor or cap for midday hours
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Subida a Tágara 2026?
- Sunday, February 1, 2026. The race is the opening round of the Sky Fecamon Tour and the Canary Islands Skyrunning Championship.
- What distances does Subida a Tágara offer?
- Three distances: Absoluta 32K (2,029m D+), Promesa 20K (1,205m D+), and Cadete-Juvenil 10K (508m D+).
- How do you get to Guía de Isora?
- Guía de Isora is in southwest Tenerife, 45 minutes from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) and 1 hour from Tenerife North (TFN). Access via the TF-1 motorway.
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