Photo: Ultra Montaña PalentinaCamporredondo de Alba, Palencia
Ultra Montaña Palentina
Saturday, 11 September 2027estimated date
Ultra Montaña Palentina 65K
65km D+ 4500m
Maratón Montaña Palentina 44K
44km D+ 3510m
Trail Fuentes Carrionas 21K
21km D+ 1150m
Start Trail 6K
6km D+ 300m
Young Trail 6K
6km D+ 300m
Ultra Montaña Palentina 2027: estimated date 11 September 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 | ITRA | Max Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Montaña Palentina 65K | 65 km | D+ 4500m | 4 pts | 18h | - |
| Maratón Montaña Palentina 44K | 44 km | D+ 3510m | 3 pts | 9h | - |
| Trail Fuentes Carrionas 21K | 21 km | D+ 1150m | 1 pts | 5h | - |
| Start Trail 6K | 6 km | D+ 300m | - | - | - |
| Young Trail 6K | 6 km | D+ 300m | - | - | - |
Ultra Montaña Palentina requires mandatory gear: get it sorted early
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Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6
Petzl
Petzl Actik Core
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
10°C – 20°C
Average 15°C
Rain
17%
1.2 mm avg
Wind
17 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
11h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Sun protection essential (11h sunshine, up to 20°C)
Forecast for 11 September
Real-time data from Open-Meteo
Ultra Montaña Palentina
The Ultra Montaña Palentina (UTMP) takes place every September in Camporredondo de Alba, a small village nestled in the heart of the Montaña Palentina range (Palencia). Organized by Club Puentecillas, it is one of the premier trail running events in Castilla y León and is part of the European EMA Off-Road Running Circuit.
The distances
The 2026 edition offers five races:
- Ultra Montaña Palentina 65K — 4,500m D+, 18-hour cutoff. The flagship race traverses the most iconic peaks of the Montaña Palentina, reaching above 2,000 meters at several points. Starts from Camporredondo de Alba.
- Maratón Montaña Palentina 44K — 3,510m D+, 9-hour cutoff. Starts from Puente Agudín and shares part of the course with the ultra.
- Trail Fuentes Carrionas 21K — 1,150m D+, 5-hour cutoff. Starts from Cardaño de Arriba, ideal for those seeking a shorter distance without giving up the mountain experience.
- Start Trail 6K — 300m D+. An introductory race for first-time trail runners.
- Young Trail 6K — 300m D+. For young runners aged 13 to 18.
The terrain
The Montaña Palentina is a limestone massif at the northern tip of Palencia province, between the Cantabrian Mountains and the Castilian plateau. The courses traverse spectacular landscapes: the Agujas de Cardaño, Pozo de las Lomas, Cascada de Mazobre, and Collado de Arra. Technical high-mountain terrain with shepherd trails, exposed ridges, and loose rock sections. Check the mandatory gear checklist before registering.
Camporredondo de Alba
Camporredondo de Alba is a small Palentine village beside the Camporredondo reservoir, at the foot of the Montaña Palentina. A mountain setting with oak and beech forests, where nature dominates the landscape. It serves as the event hub and the start/finish point for the Ultra and Young Trail.
September weather
September in the Montaña Palentina brings pleasant temperatures in the valleys, but above 2,000 meters conditions can change rapidly: wind, rain, fog, and sudden temperature drops. Preparation for any weather scenario is essential, especially for the 18-hour Ultra where you transition from day to night.
Mandatory Gear
According to the official race regulations
360Complete Pack
UTMP 2026 Registration
RegistrationRegistration via Sportmaniacs. Five distances available, limited spots.
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- •Registration on Sportmaniacs until September 8 or until spots fill
- •Limited spots: 120 for Ultra, 200 for Marathon, 250 for Trail
- •50% refund available before August 15 with valid justification
- •Federated and non-federated runners welcome (€3 supplement for non-federated)
Where to stay for the UTMP
AccommodationCamporredondo de Alba is a small village with limited rural accommodation. Cervera de Pisuerga and Velilla del Río Carrión are nearby alternatives with more options.
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- •Rural guesthouses in Camporredondo de Alba and surroundings
- •Cervera de Pisuerga (20 min) has more accommodation and services
- •Velilla del Río Carrión just a few kilometers away with rural lodging
- •Book well in advance: options are limited throughout the area
- •Camping and campervan options available in the region
Gear for the Ultra Montaña Palentina
GearHigh mountain terrain in the Cantabrian range. Courses exceed 2,000 meters with technical limestone terrain. September can bring rain, fog, and cold at summit level.
Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6
Salomon's most versatile trail shoe, ideal for technical terrain and mud. Exceptional grip with Contagrip sole and EnergyCell+ cushioning.
Petzl
Petzl Actik Core
Frontal recargable de 600 lúmenes con batería Core incluida. Compatible con pilas AAA. Modo rojo para preservar la visión nocturna. Ideal para ultras con tramos nocturnos.
Leki
Leki Ultratrail FX.One
Foldable trail running poles in 3 sections (110-130 cm). Ultralight carbon (175 g per pole), compact 38 cm folded. Speed Lock 2 locking system.
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.
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.
Tips
- •Aggressive-sole trail shoes for technical mountain terrain
- •Poles highly recommended for the cumulative elevation gain
- •Headlamp mandatory for the Ultra (early start, 18-hour cutoff)
- •Waterproof windbreaker: mountain weather changes fast
- •Extra warm layers for sections above 2,000m
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Nutrition for the UTMP
NutritionAid stations along the course. The cumulative elevation demands a solid nutrition plan, especially for the 18-hour Ultra.
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.
Precision Fuel & Hydration
Precision Fuel & Hydration PH 1500
Pastillas efervescentes con 1500 mg de sodio por litro. Para corredores que sudan mucho o en condiciones de calor. Sin calorías ni carbohidratos, solo electrolitos. Ideales para combinar con geles o barritas.
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.
Dorimed
Dátiles Medjool Dorimed
Palestinian Medjool dates, large and juicy. Each one delivers around 18 g of carbohydrates in a very compact format. Soft texture, easy to chew and with extremely high caloric density. The classic choice among runners looking for natural alternatives to gels.
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.
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.
Tips
- •Start eating from kilometer 0: the elevation gain burns calories fast
- •Keep electrolytes constant to replace salt loss in the mountains
- •Carry extra solid food between aid stations
- •Dates and nuts as sustained energy sources
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How to get to Camporredondo de Alba
TransportCamporredondo de Alba is in northern Palencia, deep in the Montaña Palentina. Access by road via Cervera de Pisuerga.
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- •From Palencia city: 1h 30 min via CL-626 and P-210
- •From León: 2h via N-625 and CL-626
- •From Santander: 2h via A-67 and CL-626
- •From Valladolid: 2h via A-62 and CL-626
- •No direct public transport: a car is essential
Car rental for the UTMP
Car RentalRural mountain area with no public transport. A car is necessary to reach Camporredondo de Alba.
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
- •Pick up in Palencia, León, or Santander depending on your origin
- •Mountain roads in good condition but winding
- •Parking available at the event area
Sports insurance for the UTMP
InsuranceHigh mountain race with sections above 2,000 meters. Sports insurance recommended.
Browse all insuranceTips
- •Federation license or day insurance for non-federated runners
- •Rescue coverage insurance recommended for mountain terrain
- •The organization provides a safety device and medical assistance
- •Nearest hospital in Cervera de Pisuerga or Guardo
Body care for the UTMP
Body CareTechnical mountain terrain with rock and demanding trails. Feet suffer especially on longer distances.
Compeed
Compeed Ampollas Medianas Duplo
Hydrocolloid blister plasters for medium blisters. Instant pain relief, protect the blister while it heals and stay in place for hours even with sweat. Pack of 10 individually wrapped plasters, ideal for carrying in a trail running vest.
Lurbel
Lurbel Desafío Four
Ankle-length competition socks with Regenactiv fabric and breathable mesh. Heel and toe reinforcements, flat seams and wrinkle-free fit. Spanish brand designed for trail running. Ultralight and quick-drying.
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.
Tips
- •Anti-chafing cream on feet, groin, and armpits
- •Technical trail socks to prevent blisters
- •Preventive tape on friction zones
- •Spare socks in your drop bag at the aid station
Sun protection for the UTMP
Sun ProtectionSeptember at high altitude. Intense UV radiation on exposed sections above 2,000 meters.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tips
- •SPF 50+ essential: UV radiation increases with altitude
- •Lip balm with SPF
- •Apply before the start and carry a small bottle to reapply
- •Cap or visor for sun-exposed sections
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Ultra Montaña Palentina 2026?
- September 12, 2026. All races take place on the same weekend from Camporredondo de Alba.
- What distances does the UTMP offer?
- Five distances: Ultra 65K (4,500m D+), Marathon 44K (3,510m D+), Trail Fuentes Carrionas 21K (1,150m D+), Start Trail 6K, and Young Trail 6K.
- Where does the Ultra start?
- The Ultra 65K and Young Trail start from Camporredondo de Alba. The Marathon starts from Puente Agudín and the Trail Fuentes Carrionas from Cardaño de Arriba.
- What is the time limit for the Ultra 65K?
- The maximum time is 18 hours for the Ultra, 9 hours for the Marathon, and 5 hours for the Trail Fuentes Carrionas.
- Does the UTMP award ITRA points?
- Yes. The Ultra awards 4 ITRA points, the Marathon 3 points, and the Trail 1 point.
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