Photo: Juanjocehegin1998 (Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0) (opens in a new tab)Cehegín
Falcotrail
Saturday, 28 November 2026
Your checklist for Falcotrail
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)Suunto Run 2
Very light: 35 g case
Downside: 24 h of GPS: short for ultras over 100 km
Gear
Waterproof windbreaker and gloves are effectively mandatory on the ultra
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Hoka Speedgoat 7
Max Hoka cushioning: protects your legs over long distances
Downside: High stack: less stable for those who want more ground feel
Nutrition
Aim for 60-90 g of carbs per hour on the ultra
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View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Maurten Gel 100
Hydrogel technology: excellent gastric tolerance
Downside: High price compared to other gels
Sun Protection
SPF 50 on face and neck before starting
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
Anti-chafe on feet, groin and armpits before starting
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe Balm
Easy-to-apply stick format, even with sweaty hands
Downside: Higher price than traditional petroleum jelly
Car Rental
Pick up the car at Corvera airport
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)DRIVALIA CarCloud Country Plus
Mandatory
Waterproof jacket
Mandatory on the ultra and the 47K because of the late-November cold.
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View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry
Mandatory
Headlamp
The ultra starts before dawn.
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View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Petzl Actik Core
Mandatory
Emergency blanket
Remote sections and low night-time temperatures.
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View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Lifesystems Thermal Blanket
Trip logistics
Registration, travel and insurance: what you should have sorted before race day.
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Seasonal kit
Falcotrail runs into the night: low-light kit
Main and backup headlamp, battery, pre-dawn layers and night-time fuelling.
See the full kit : Night Trail Running Kit: What to Carry in Autumn and Winter Races With Short DaylightYou may also need: Rain and Mud Trail Running Kit 2026: What to Bring to a Wet Race · What to Wear for Cold-Weather Trail Running 2026: The Complete Layering Kit
Mandatory Gear
According to the official race regulations
Waterproof jacket
Mandatory on the ultra and the 47K because of the late-November cold.
Headlamp
The ultra starts before dawn.
Emergency blanket
Remote sections and low night-time temperatures.
Items tagged “Mandatory” are in the checklist above, with a recommended product.
Race data
Terrain
Ultra Trail
Difficulty
Elite
Distance
4 modalities
Ultra 71K
- Distance
- 71 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 3600m
- Max Time
- 15h
Trail 47K
- Distance
- 47 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 2500m
- Max Time
- 10h
Trail 22K
- Distance
- 22 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 1100m
- Max Time
- 5h
Trail 11K
- Distance
- 11 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 450m
- Max Time
- 2h30
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra 71K | 71 km | D+ 3600m | 15h |
| Trail 47K | 47 km | D+ 2500m | 10h |
| Trail 22K | 22 km | D+ 1100m | 5h |
| Trail 11K | 11 km | D+ 450m | 2h30 |
Will your watch battery last the ~16 h of Falcotrail?Worked out for the longest course (71 km). See which watches reach the finish with GPS on and which die on the way.Check my watch Check my watchFalcotrail requires mandatory gear: get it sorted early
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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
6°C – 15°C
Average 10°C
Rain
27%
2.6 mm avg
Wind
12 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
8h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Bring thermal layers (low of 6°C)
Buff
Buff Thermonet
Thermal tubular Buff with Primaloft technology. Traps body heat, ultralight and versatile: hat, neck gaiter, headband. Ideal for high mountain.
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 Thermal Neck Gaiter
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
Long-sleeve thermal base layer made from recycled fabric with anti-odour treatment. Active thermal regulation, ideal as a base layer in the mountains.
Odlo
Odlo I-Thermic Women's Longsleeve
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 Thermal Windproof Balaclava
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
Long trail tights with stretchy, breathable fabric. Adjustable waist, zipped back pocket. Protection from cold and vegetation.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Warm Glove
Thermal running gloves with a non-slip palm and touchscreen fingertips. Light, warm and compatible with poles.
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 (Men's)
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 28 November
Weather forecast from Open-Meteo (may change until race day)
Falcotrail
Falcotrail is the big mountain race of Cehegín (Murcia), in the Northwest district, and the finale of the Region of Murcia’s trail season. It starts at the Roman Arch in the old town and runs through the Sierra de Burete, the Sierra del Quípar and the Fuentes del Marqués. The queen race is a 71-kilometre ultra with 3,600 metres of positive elevation, alongside distances of 47, 22 and 11 kilometres. It is the last event of the Trail Tour FAMU and Ultra Trail Tour FAMU circuits.
A 71-kilometre course
The ultra sets off before dawn from Cehegín and climbs into the sierra through pine and holm-oak woods, with long limestone ridges overlooking the Argos and Quípar valleys. It links sustained climbs, technical descents and track sections, with the added demand of late-November cold: frost at dawn and frequent fog on the higher ground. In 2024 the race hosted the Spanish Ultra Trail Championship, which says a lot about its level.
The Northwest district
The Murcian Northwest is the highest and greenest part of the region: sierras of Aleppo and black pine, cereal and almond fields, and an almost continental climate. Cehegín keeps one of the best-preserved historic centres in Murcia, with 16th-18th century palaces, and at its foot lies the Ibero-Roman and Visigothic site of Begastri.
Cehegín beyond the race
Ten minutes away is Caravaca de la Cruz, one of the five holy cities of Catholicism, with its Vera Cruz Sanctuary and its perpetual Jubilee Year. The Fuentes del Marqués, an oasis of water and shade on the edge of Caravaca, are the best recovery plan. See more races in Murcia and plan your weekend with the planner.
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Falcotrail 2026 registration
RegistrationThe final race of the TTF and UTTF circuits of the Murcia region mountaineering federation and the season finale. Four distances, organised by Club Deportivo Quípar.
Tips
- •Online registration through Alcanza Tu Meta
- •Choose your distance when you register: the ultra and the 47K have a limited field
- •You need a valid mountain federation licence or one-day insurance
- •Bib collection on Friday afternoon and early Saturday in Cehegín
Where to stay for Falcotrail
AccommodationCehegín has hotels and rural houses, and Caravaca de la Cruz, 10 minutes away, widens the choice considerably.
Tips
- •Cehegín's monumental old town, right by the start
- •Caravaca de la Cruz, a holy city, with more hotels
- •Rural houses in the Sierra de Burete and El Moralejo
- •Late November: rooms available except on the Constitution long weekend
Gear for Falcotrail
GearUp to 71 km and 3,600 m D+ across pine wood, holm-oak grove and limestone ridges of the Northwest. Late November: cold before dawn, possible frost and fog on the higher ground.
Tips
- •Waterproof windbreaker and gloves are effectively mandatory on the ultra
- •Poles strongly recommended on the 71K and the 47K
- •Powerful headtorch and spare battery for the night start
Which shoes for Falcotrail?
Which footwear fits based on the race's terrain and weather
Which GPS watch for Falcotrail?
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 Falcotrail
NutritionFrom 2 to 15 hours of effort depending on distance. Aid stations on course, but the ultra demands real self-sufficiency between checkpoints.
Tips
- •Aim for 60-90 g of carbs per hour on the ultra
- •In the cold you drink less by feel: force yourself to hydrate
- •Carry your own solid food and something warm for the night
How to get to Cehegín
TransportCehegín is in the northwest of the Region of Murcia, in the Caravaca district.
Tips
- •From Murcia: 45 min via the A-30 and the RM-15
- •From Lorca: 40 min via the C-3211
- •Región de Murcia (Corvera) airport 55 min away; Alicante-Elche 1h30
Car rental for the Murcian Northwest
Car RentalWith a car you can link Cehegín with Caravaca de la Cruz, the Vera Cruz Sanctuary and the Fuentes del Marqués.
Tips
- •Pick up the car at Corvera airport
- •Fill up in Cehegín or Caravaca before heading up into the sierra
Sports insurance for Falcotrail
InsuranceA federated mountain race with remote sections, a night start and late-autumn cold. Insurance is mandatory to take part.
Tips
- •Valid FEDME/FAMU licence or one-day insurance is mandatory
- •Registration includes race accident insurance
- •Rescue cover recommended for the 71K and the 47K
Body care for Falcotrail
Body CareMany hours, cold and technical limestone descents: look after feet, hands and chafe points.
Tips
- •Anti-chafe on feet, groin and armpits before starting
- •A change of dry socks and gloves in the drop bag
- •Compression socks for recovery after the finish
Sun protection for Falcotrail
Sun ProtectionThe limestone ridges are exposed; even in cold weather the midday Northwest sun still burns on the higher ground.
Tips
- •SPF 50 on face and neck before starting
- •Reapply at midday on the long distances
- •SPF lip balm for the dry summit wind
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Falcotrail 2026?
- Falcotrail 2026 takes place on Saturday, November 28, 2026, with start and finish at the Roman Arch of Cehegín (Murcia). The ultra sets off before dawn.
- What distances does it have?
- Four: the 71 km, 3,600 m D+ ultra; the 47 km, 2,500 m D+ trail; the 22 km, 1,100 m D+ trail; and the 11 km, 450 m D+ short trail.
- Does it score for any circuit?
- Yes, Falcotrail is the final race of the Trail Tour FAMU (TTF) and Ultra Trail Tour FAMU (UTTF) circuits and closes the mountain-running season in the Region of Murcia. In 2024 it hosted the Spanish Ultra Trail Championship.
- Where does the course run?
- Through the Northwest district: the Sierra de Burete, the Sierra del Quípar, the Argos river and the protected Fuentes del Marqués, across pine woods, holm-oak groves and limestone ridges.
- How do I get to Cehegín?
- Cehegín is in the northwest of the Region of Murcia, next to Caravaca de la Cruz, 55 km from Murcia via the A-30 and the RM-15. The nearest airport is Región de Murcia (Corvera).
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