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Cursa de Nadal – Trail Colldejou
Sunday, 20 December 2026
Trail 21K
21.5km D+ 1385m
Trail 12K
12.2km D+ 855m
Trek 12K
12.2km D+ 855m
Start Trail 5K
5.6km D+ 232m
Race data
Terrain
Trail
Difficulty
Intermediate
Distance
4 modalities
Trail 21K
- Distance
- 21.5 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 1385m
- Max Time
- 4h
Trail 12K
- Distance
- 12.2 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 855m
- Max Time
- 3h
Trek 12K
- Distance
- 12.2 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 855m
- Max Time
- 3h
Start Trail 5K
- Distance
- 5.6 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 232m
- Max Time
- 3h
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | Max Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail 21K | 21.5 km | D+ 1385m | 4h | - |
| Trail 12K | 12.2 km | D+ 855m | 3h | - |
| Trek 12K | 12.2 km | D+ 855m | 3h | - |
| Start Trail 5K | 5.6 km | D+ 232m | 3h | - |
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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 Forerunner 570
Full-color topo maps, a first for the Forerunner line
Downside: Shorter battery life than a Forerunner 965 with maps on
Gear
Grippy shoes for rock and dirt
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Nike Ultrafly
ZoomX foam: exceptional energy return inherited from the Vaporfly
Downside: High price (190 EUR)
Nutrition
A gel every 40 minutes
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Maurten Gel 100
Tecnología de hidrogel: excelente tolerancia gástrica
Downside: Precio elevado respecto a otros geles
Sun Protection
Sweat-resistant SPF50
Done, you already have it
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ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50+
Ultralight texture, feels invisible on skin
Downside: Small format (50 ml), may run short on ultras
Body Care
Anti-chafe balm
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BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe Balm
Easy-to-apply stick format, even with sweaty hands
Downside: Higher price than traditional petroleum jelly
Car Rental
Book early
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Trip logistics
Registration, travel and insurance: what you should have sorted before race day.
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Seasonal kit
Cold weather at Cursa de Nadal – Trail Colldejou: pack the winter kit
Layers, gloves, neck gaiter and footwear for running in the cold, with short-race and ultra versions.
See the full kit : What to Wear for Cold-Weather Trail Running 2026: The Complete Layering KitCursa de Nadal – Trail Colldejou requires mandatory gear: get it sorted early
Buying guides with the best value for money, picked for this kind of terrain.
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Historical weather
What to wear at 10 °C: guide and kit →
Typical weather for the race date (10-year average)
Temperature
5°C – 12°C
Average 8°C
Rain
17%
1.1 mm avg
Wind
17 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
7h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Bring thermal layers (low of 5°C)
Buff
Buff Thermonet
Buff tubular térmico con tecnología Primaloft. Retiene el calor corporal, ultraligero y polivalente: gorro, braga, cinta. Ideal para alta montaña.
Craft
Craft Pro Hypervent LS Wind Top
Thermal top with a windproof ripstop panel on the chest and a highly ventilated soft jersey back. Built for high-intensity sessions in cold, windy conditions, with long cuffs and thumb loops.
HANKER
HANKER Braga de Cuello Térmica
Unisex thermal seamless neck gaiter in Soft Air Plus fabric (97% polyester). Seamless fit designed for trail running, cycling, motorcycling and outdoor sports. A budget alternative to Buff for moderate cold.
Icebreaker
Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis LS Crewe
Long-sleeve thermal top in 100% merino wool (200g). Natural temperature regulation, genuine multi-day odor resistance and a soft, non-itch handfeel from the fine merino yarn.
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.
Odlo
Odlo I-Thermic Longsleeve Mujer
Women's long-sleeve thermal top with insulating panels placed over cold-sensitive areas (lower back and kidneys). A mid-layer built for genuinely cold winter conditions, mountain outings or cross-country-style trail sessions.
ROCKBROS
ROCKBROS Pasamontañas Térmico y Cortaviento
Thermal windproof balaclava covering head, ears, cheeks and neck. Designed for cycling and motorcycling, it works just as well on windy, freezing trail runs.
Salomon
Salomon Agile LS Tee
Lightweight quick-dry polyester long-sleeve tee with underarm mesh, a side pocket and reflective details. Works as a standalone layer in mild cold or as a base layer under a windbreaker on colder days.
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.
Under Armour
Under Armour ColdGear Armour Compression Mock
Compression thermal top with a dual-layer fabric: ultra-warm brushed interior and quick-dry exterior. Second-skin compression fit with stretch mesh panels at the back and underarms for ventilation without losing warmth.
Under Armour
Under Armour ColdGear Armour Compression Mock Hombre
Men's high-neck thermal compression top: brushed interior that holds heat and a quick-dry outer. Base layer for cold-weather runs.
Forecast for 20 December
Weather forecast from Open-Meteo (may change until race day)
Cursa de Nadal – Trail Colldejou
The Cursa de Nadal is the Christmas date in the Costa Daurada trail calendar. Formerly known as Trail Colldejou, it takes place on Sunday 20 December 2026, starting and finishing in Colldejou, a Baix Camp village at the foot of the Mola de Colldejou. From this lookout you can see the Costa Daurada and Montsant.
A scrub-and-rock route
The 21K trail (21.5 km, 1,385 m D+) passes the Coll de Colivassos twice and climbs to Llaberia, with aid stations at km 4.1, 10.7 and 13.4 and a water point at km 18.8. It counts for TrailSeries, gives 1 ITRA point and is a UTMB Qualifier 20K. The 12K trail and trek (12.2 km, 855 m D+) can be run or walked, and the 5K Start Trail (5.6 km, 232 m D+) is designed for families and beginners.
Hill climb and Christmas spirit
A special prize for the Mola de Llaberia (La Miranda) hill-climb goes to the first man and woman to reach the summit: 3.23 km, +496 m, from 470 m to 919 m altitude. The atmosphere is festive and family-friendly, with Santa hats and an event shirt.
Colldejou and the Costa Daurada beyond the race
Use the weekend to visit Mont-roig del Camp, Cambrils or the Priorat. If you are combining trips with other races, see the races in Catalonia and plan your season with the planner.
Mandatory Gear
According to the official race regulations
Reusable cup for aid stations (not for the 5K Start Trail)
Waterproof in case of rain
Bottle with at least 0.5 litres of liquid
360Complete Pack
Cursa de Nadal Colldejou 2026 registration
RegistrationRegistration is handled on Runatica, with tiered prices by date.
Tips
- •Choose between 21K trail, 12K trail, 12K trek and 5K Start Trail
- •The 21K counts for ITRA and is a UTMB Qualifier 20K
- •Reusable cup mandatory (except Start Trail)
Where to stay for the Cursa de Nadal Colldejou
AccommodationColldejou is a small village; options are in Mont-roig del Camp, Cambrils, Reus and Falset.
Tips
- •Country houses in the Baix Camp and Priorat
- •Cambrils and Mont-roig, 20-30 minutes away
- •December is low season: good deals
Gear for the Cursa de Nadal Colldejou
GearScrub and rock trails with steep climbs (1,385 m D+ on the 21K). December mornings are cool: bring a windbreaker and grippy shoes.
Tips
- •Grippy shoes for rock and dirt
- •Waterproof windbreaker mandatory
- •Poles help on the Mola climb
Which shoes for Cursa de Nadal – Trail Colldejou?
Which footwear fits based on the race's terrain and weather
Which GPS watch for Cursa de Nadal – Trail Colldejou?
Which watch has the battery to last based on your estimated finish time
Best Neck Gaiter (Buff) for Trail Running 2026: Comparison & Buying Guide
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.
Best Thermal Base Layer for Trail Running 2026: Comparison & Buying Guide
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.
Best Trail Running Gaiters 2026: 3-Way Comparison
Comparing the 3 best trail running gaiters in 2026: Salomon Trail Gaiters High, Salomon Trail Gaiters Low and TRIWONDER waterproof gaiters. Which to pick by terrain and budget.
Nutrition for the Cursa de Nadal Colldejou
NutritionWith few aid stations on the 21K, carry your own gels and salts and test everything beforehand.
Tips
- •A gel every 40 minutes
- •0.5 L bottle minimum mandatory
- •Fruit and solids at aid stations
How to get to Colldejou
TransportColldejou is in the Baix Camp, about 25 km from Reus and 130 km from Barcelona.
Tips
- •From Barcelona: AP-7 to Mont-roig, then local road to Colldejou
- •Reus airport (REU) 30 km away
- •A car is essential; little public transport
Car rental for the Cursa de Nadal Colldejou
Car RentalA car gets you to the village and lets you explore the Costa Daurada.
Tips
- •Book early
- •Compare pickup at Reus airport or Camp de Tarragona station
Sports insurance for the Cursa de Nadal Colldejou
InsuranceMountain race with elevation: a federation licence or day insurance is advisable.
Tips
- •Federation licence or day insurance per race rules
- •Rescue cover recommended
- •Travel insurance with sports cover if you come from abroad
Sun protection for the Cursa de Nadal Colldejou
Sun ProtectionDecember sun is mild but exposed sections of the Mola reflect plenty of light. Lip balm and SPF50 still help.
Tips
- •Sweat-resistant SPF50
- •Protect lips and neck
- •Glasses on vegetated sections
Body care for the Cursa de Nadal Colldejou
Body CareAnti-chafe, blister plasters and recovery after the climbs.
Tips
- •Anti-chafe balm
- •Blister plasters
- •Compression socks afterwards
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Cursa de Nadal Colldejou 2026?
- On Sunday morning, 20 December 2026, starting and finishing in Colldejou (Baix Camp, Tarragona).
- What distances are offered?
- 21K trail (21.5 km, 1,385 m D+), 12K trail and trek (12.2 km, 855 m D+) and 5K Start Trail (5.6 km, 232 m D+), plus a hill-climb time trial up the Mola de Llaberia (3.23 km, +496 m).
- What is the time limit?
- 4 hours for the 21K trail, 3 hours for the 12K and the 5K Start Trail.
- Does it count for ITRA and UTMB?
- The 21K trail gives 1 ITRA point and is a UTMB Qualifier 20K. It also counts for the TrailSeries Costa Daurada circuit and the 12K for the Lliga TGN Trail.
- What gear is mandatory?
- Four safety pins for the bib, reusable cup (not for the Start Trail), a bottle of at least 0.5 litres and a waterproof windbreaker.
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