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Race data
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | Max Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail 26K | 26 km | D+ 1300m | 6h | - |
8 weeks to Zenagas Trail: get your kit ready
Buying guides with the best value for money, picked for this kind of terrain.
What you need
Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6
Gore Wear
Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry
Maurten
Maurten Gel 100
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
6°C – 15°C
Average 10°C
Rain
23%
1.2 mm avg
Wind
17 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
8h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Bring thermal layers (low of 6°C)
Buff
Buff Thermonet
Buff tubular térmico con tecnología Primaloft. Retiene el calor corporal, ultraligero y polivalente: gorro, braga, cinta. Ideal para alta montaña.
Odlo
Odlo Active Warm Eco
Camiseta térmica de manga larga con tejido reciclado y tratamiento antiolor. Regulación térmica activa, ideal como capa base en montaña.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Run Tight
Mallas largas de trail con tejido elástico y transpirable. Cintura ajustable, bolsillo trasero con cremallera. Protección contra el frío y la vegetación.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Warm Glove
Guantes térmicos de running con palma antideslizante y puntas táctiles. Ligeros, cálidos y compatibles con bastones.
Forecast for 8 November
Real-time data from Open-Meteo
Zenagas Trail
Zenagas Trail is one of the most established mountain races in southern Castilla-La Mancha. It is held in Puertollano (Ciudad Real), runs through the Dehesa Boyal and the Sierra de Puertollano, and is the race that closes the Castilla-La Mancha CxM Cup every season. The long distance is 26 kilometres with around 1,300 metres of positive elevation, and the event is completed with hiking routes and a children’s mini trail.
A 26-kilometre course
The route combines tracks and trails through the holm-oak dehesa with harder ramps in the Sierra de Puertollano. It is not a high-mountain course, but the 1,300 metres of climbing spread across short, frequent ascents make it a quad-wrecking race, especially in the second half. The ground alternates compact dirt, loose slate and the odd muddy section on the shaded slopes if it has rained.
Puertollano, mining and dehesa
Puertollano grew on coal mining and petrochemicals, and that industrial past coexists with a surprising green belt: the Dehesa Boyal, the Fuente Agria spring and the sierra that closes the valley to the south. The race embraces that contrast and has been a fixture of the federation calendar for years as the season-closing event.
November in the southern plateau
On the second weekend of November, Puertollano wakes to dry cold (2-6 °C) and usually offers clear, bright days. A windbreaker for the start and sunglasses for the low head-on sun are the two things that make the difference. See more races in Castilla-La Mancha and plan your weekend with the planner.
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Zenagas Trail 2026 registration
RegistrationThe race that closes the Castilla-La Mancha CxM Cup, with years of history and high turnout. Organised by the Corricollano club with the Puertollano municipal sports board.
Browse all registrationTips
- •Online registration through the Corricollano club / organiser platform
- •Separate entries for the long race, the hike and the mini trail
- •You need a mountain federation licence or a one-day insurance policy
- •Bib collection on Saturday; check the timetable on the official site
Where to stay for Zenagas Trail
AccommodationPuertollano is a town of 45,000 with enough hotels; it is the most convenient base for races in southern Ciudad Real.
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- •Hotels in central Puertollano, well connected to the start
- •November is low season: good availability and affordable prices
- •Ciudad Real city, 40 minutes away, widens the options if needed
- •The high-speed station is in the centre: handy if you come without a car
Gear for Zenagas Trail
Gear26 km and 1,300 m D+ on dehesa and sierra trails. November in the southern plateau: dry cold in the morning, possible mud on shaded slopes.
Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6
Salomon's most versatile trail shoe, ideal for technical terrain and mud. Exceptional grip with Contagrip sole and EnergyCell+ cushioning.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry
Chubasquero Gore-Tex Shakedry ultraligero (110 g). Impermeabilidad total sin membrana interior, altamente transpirable. El referente para corredores de montaña.
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.
Tips
- •Shoes with good grip: there is slate and stony trail
- •Windbreaker or light waterproof: November mornings drop below 5 °C
- •Thin gloves and a buff for the first hour
- •Poles optional, useful on the sierra ramps
Which shoes for Zenagas Trail?
Which footwear fits based on the race's terrain and weather
Which GPS watch for Zenagas Trail?
Which watch has the battery to last based on your estimated finish time
Best Trail Running Gaiters 2026: 3-Way Comparison
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Best Trail Running Gloves 2026: Comparison & Buying Guide
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Best Trail Running Headlamps 2026: Comparison & Buying Guide
In-depth comparison of the best headlamps for trail running in 2026. Petzl Iko Core, Nitecore NU25, Ledlenser iH5R and Petzl Actik Core. Lumens, battery life and weight to help you choose based on your race's night hours.
Nutrition for Zenagas Trail
NutritionBetween 3 and 6 hours of racing. Aid stations on course, but bring your own gels.
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.
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.
Tips
- •Aim for 50-70 g of carbs per hour
- •In the cold you feel less thirst: force yourself to hydrate
- •Solid breakfast 2-3 hours before the start
How to get to Puertollano
TransportPuertollano is very well connected for a mid-sized town: direct high-speed rail and a motorway exit.
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- •High-speed Madrid-Puertollano in 1h50; Ciudad Real-Puertollano in 50 min
- •By road: A-41 from Ciudad Real (40 min), N-420 from Córdoba
- •Nearest airport: Madrid-Barajas, 2h15 by car or rail plus connection
- •The race start is on the outskirts: drive or car-share
Car rental for Puertollano
Car RentalYou can arrive by high-speed rail, but a car makes the logistics to the start and around the region easier.
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Tips
- •Pick up the car at Puertollano or Ciudad Real high-speed station
- •Make the most of it with a trip to the Valle de Alcudia or the Lagunas de Ruidera
Sports insurance for Zenagas Trail
InsuranceA scoring CxM Cup mountain race. Insurance is mandatory to take part.
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- •Valid FDMCM/FEDME licence or one-day insurance is mandatory
- •Registration includes race accident insurance
- •Mountain rescue cover recommended
Body care for Zenagas Trail
Body Care26 km with occasional mud and November cold. Looking after feet and hands avoids trouble.
BodyGlide
BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe Balm
Anti-chafe balm in stick format. Creates an invisible barrier on the skin that reduces friction without clogging pores. Sweat-resistant, ideal for critical zones like inner thighs, armpits, and nipples on long races.
Buff
Buff Thermonet
Buff tubular térmico con tecnología Primaloft. Retiene el calor corporal, ultraligero y polivalente: gorro, braga, cinta. Ideal para alta montaña.
Tips
- •Anti-chafe on feet and groin before starting
- •Thermal buff and thin gloves for the early start
- •Technical socks that dry fast if you step in mud
Sun protection for Zenagas Trail
Sun ProtectionNovember in southern Ciudad Real: low sun but clear skies and long stretches with no shade.
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.
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.
Tips
- •SPF 50 on face and neck even in the cold
- •The low November sun dazzles head-on on many sections: bring sunglasses
- •SPF lip balm for the dry air
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Zenagas Trail 2026?
- Zenagas Trail 2026 takes place on the weekend of November 8, 2026 in Puertollano (Ciudad Real). Hiking routes are usually on Saturday and the races on Sunday.
- What distances are there?
- The long race is 26 km with around 1,300 m of positive elevation. The event also includes hiking routes (7 and 12 km) and a 7 km children's mini trail.
- Does it score for any cup?
- Yes. Zenagas Trail is the closing round of the FDMCM Castilla-La Mancha CxM Cup.
- Where does the course run?
- Around the Dehesa Boyal of Puertollano and the Sierra de Puertollano, with holm-oak and pine woods and the old mining works that give the valley landscape its character.
- How do I get to Puertollano?
- Puertollano is in southern Ciudad Real, with a high-speed station on the Madrid-Seville line (about 50 minutes from Ciudad Real, 1h50 from Madrid). By road, direct exit off the A-41 from Ciudad Real.
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