Date, registration & deadlines
Sep 23, 2026 · Check official website
Registration
Prices, deadlines and direct registration link
Local guides
Race data
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | ITRA | Max Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprint Trail 12.8K | 12.8 km | D+ 629m | - | - | 19 EUR |
| Trail 20.5K | 20.5 km | D+ 1183m | - | - | 24 EUR |
What you need
La Sportiva
La Sportiva Bushido III
Black Diamond
Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z
Salomon
Salomon ADV Skin 12
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
16°C – 27°C
Average 21°C
Rain
20%
0.8 mm avg
Wind
15 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
11h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Sun protection essential (11h sunshine, up to 27°C)
Forecast for September 23
Real-time data from Open-Meteo
X Trail de Jalance: mountain racing in the Valle de Ayora-Cofrentes
The Trail de Jalance is one of the most established mountain races in inland Valencia. It is run in Jalance, a village in the Valle de Ayora-Cofrentes (Valencia) crowned by its Moorish castle and ringed by the mesas and sierras that frame the Júcar valley. In 2026 it joins the Sendas de Gigantes circuit, organised by Amida Sports alongside Jalance town council, bringing runners and hikers together around the same Mediterranean mountain stage.
The event offers two competitive distances and a fun walk, so it has room for both the runner chasing a demanding trail and anyone who wants to enjoy the scenery at walking pace. The village atmosphere, with its traditional leg of ham for the largest team, reinforces the participatory spirit of the day.
A route of 20.5 kilometres and 1183 metres of climbing
The distance menu lets you choose according to fitness and appetite for climbing:
- 6K walk — non-competitive, open to all levels, ideal for families and first-timers.
- 12.8K Sprint Trail — 629 m of climbing; a short but steep trail for those wanting intensity without the long distance.
- 20.5K Trail — 1183 m of climbing; the flagship race, with a very high climbing ratio for the distance that demands pacing on the climbs to the mesas and legs for the technical descents.
The GPX tracks and elevation profiles are available on the race website, a valuable aid for scouting the toughest ramps before race day.
September in inland Valencia
In late September, the Valle de Ayora-Cofrentes still holds late-summer temperatures: pleasant mornings that warm up fast once the sun climbs. The sections over limestone sierra are exposed, so hydration, electrolytes and sun protection matter as much as your shoes. Anyone taking on the long Trail should set off with enough water in reserve between aid stations.
Jalance and the Valle de Ayora-Cofrentes beyond the race
Jalance is an inland destination with plenty to offer beyond the trail. Its Moorish castle, perched above the village, commands views of the valley, and the nearby Cueva Don Juan is one of the most visited show caves in the area. A few minutes away, Cofrentes adds its spa and reservoir, and Ayora rounds out the food and lodging options. It is a complete getaway for turning the race into a weekend of mountains and fresh water.
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Mandatory Gear
According to the official race regulations
360Complete Pack
Trail de Jalance 2026 registration
InscripciónA Sendas de Gigantes circuit race organised by Amida Sports together with Jalance town council. Limited spots and online registration.
Browse all inscripciónTips
- •Register at amidasports.com — spots are limited
- •6K walk: €10 · 12.8K Sprint Trail: €19 · 20.5K Trail: €24
- •A leg of ham goes to the largest team: come with a group
- •GPX tracks and elevation profiles are available on the race website
Where to stay for the Trail de Jalance
AlojamientoJalance is a small inland Valencian village. Local options are rural houses; Cofrentes and Ayora widen the nearby choice.
Browse all alojamientoTips
- •Rural houses in Jalance and villages of the Valle de Ayora-Cofrentes
- •Cofrentes (15 min) adds a spa resort and more lodging
- •Ayora (20 min) offers hotels and restaurants for the weekend
- •Book early: September is popular for autumn getaways
Gear for the Trail de Jalance
MaterialA 20.5K trail with 1183m of climbing over limestone sierra demands solid downhill grip and, for many runners, poles for the steepest climbs.
La Sportiva
La Sportiva Bushido III
Zapatilla de skyrunning por excelencia, construida en Italia para el terreno más exigente. Suela FriXion White con Impact Brake System que ofrece un agarre extraordinario en roca seca y mojada. Perfil bajo y sensibilidad máxima para máxima precisión en cada apoyo. Peso: 285 g. Drop: 6 mm.
Black Diamond
Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z
Bastones plegables Z-pole de carbono ultraligeros. 137 g por bastón en talla 110 cm, plegado de 33 cm. Empuñadura EVA y dragonera regulable. La referencia del trail running.
Salomon
Salomon ADV Skin 12
Chaleco de hidratación de 12 litros con sistema SensiFit. Dos soft flasks frontales de 500 ml incluidas. Bolsillos de fácil acceso y ajuste ceñido sin rebotes.
Salomon
Salomon Soft Flask 150 ml
Vaso blando reutilizable de 150 ml para avituallamientos. Se pliega vacío, cabe en cualquier bolsillo. Válvula de mordida para beber sin parar.
Tips
- •Lugged shoes for limestone rock and loose trails
- •Poles for the 1183m of climbing on the long Trail
- •Pack or belt with water: September is still hot inland
- •Carry at least 500ml of fluid between aid stations
Which shoes for X Trail de Jalance?
Which footwear fits based on the race's terrain and weather
Which GPS watch for X Trail de Jalance?
Which watch has the battery to last based on your estimated finish time
Nutrition for the Trail de Jalance
NutriciónThe 20.5K Trail takes most runners well over 90 minutes in late-summer heat: plan gels and salts beyond the official aid stations.
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.
SaltStick
SaltStick Caps
Cápsulas de electrolitos con 215 mg de sodio cada una, más potasio, calcio y magnesio en la proporción que se pierde con el sudor. Sin calorías ni carbohidratos: repones sales sin tocar tu estrategia de geles. La referencia entre los corredores que sudan mucho o compiten en calor.
Tips
- •One gel every 40-45 minutes on the long Trail
- •Electrolytes to offset sweat in the September heat
- •Hydrate well in the days before: inland Valencia is dry
- •Test your strategy in training, not on race day
How to get to Jalance
TransporteJalance lies inland in Valencia province, in the Valle de Ayora-Cofrentes, next to the Júcar river.
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- •From Valencia: 75-90 min via the A-3 and N-330 through Cofrentes
- •From Albacete: around 60 min on the N-330
- •No direct train: a car is the most practical option
- •Park in the village centre near the start
Car rental for the Trail de Jalance
Alquiler de vehículoThe Valle de Ayora-Cofrentes has poor public transport, so a car is practically essential to get there and move around.
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
- •Pick up the car in Valencia or Albacete and pair the race with the valley
- •Visit Jalance castle and the Cofrentes spa while you are here
Sports insurance for the Trail de Jalance
SeguroMountain races usually require a federation licence or a day insurance to cover running on sierra terrain.
Browse all seguroTips
- •The FEMECV licence includes valid sports insurance for the race
- •Without a licence, the organisers usually offer day insurance
- •Check the insurance conditions in the official rulebook
Sun protection for the Trail de Jalance
Protección solarA morning race in September with exposed sections over the mesas and sierras: the inland Valencian sun still bites.
Piz Buin
Piz Buin Mountain SPF 50+
Crema solar de montaña con SPF 50+ formulada para condiciones extremas de altitud. Protección extra contra la radiación UV intensificada y el viento frío. Textura rica que protege la piel de la deshidratación.
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
- •Sweat-resistant sunscreen before the start
- •Cap or visor for the open sierra sections
- •Lip balm with SPF
- •Reapply if you stay in the area after the race
Body care for the Trail de Jalance
Cuidado corporal1183m of cumulative climbing between ascents and technical descents: prevent chafing and look after your feet to finish in one piece.
BodyGlide
BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe Balm
Bálsamo anti-rozaduras en formato stick. Crea una barrera invisible sobre la piel que reduce la fricción sin obstruir los poros. Resistente al sudor, ideal para zonas críticas como ingles, axilas y pezones en carreras largas.
Lurbel
Lurbel Desafío Four
Calcetines de competición tobilleros con tejido Regenactiv y malla transpirable. Refuerzos en talón y puntera, costuras planas y ajuste sin arrugas. Marca española diseñada para trail running. Ultraligeros y de secado rápido.
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.
Tips
- •Anti-chafe balm on friction zones before you start
- •Technical trail socks for the long descents
- •Buff or cap to manage sweat and sun
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Trail de Jalance 2026?
- The Trail de Jalance 2026 takes place on 23 September 2026 in Jalance, in the Valle de Ayora-Cofrentes (Valencia). It is organised by Amida Sports as part of the Sendas de Gigantes circuit.
- What distances are there?
- There are two competitive distances: the 12.8 km Sprint Trail with 629 m of positive elevation gain and the 20.5 km Trail with 1183 m of climbing. There is also a non-competitive 6 km fun walk.
- How much is registration?
- The 6K walk costs €10, the 12.8K Sprint Trail €19 and the 20.5K Trail €24. Spots are limited and registration is handled at amidasports.com.
- Is it a tough race?
- The 20.5K Trail packs 1183 m of climbing, a very demanding ratio for the distance, with ascents to the mesas and sierras around Jalance. The 12.8K Sprint (629 m) is more approachable, and the 6K walk is open to all levels.
- How do I get to Jalance?
- Jalance is in the interior of Valencia province, in the Valle de Ayora-Cofrentes. From the city of Valencia it is about 75-90 minutes via the A-3 and N-330 through Cofrentes. From Albacete, around 1 hour on the N-330.
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