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XII Cross El Arriero
Saturday, 14 November 2026
Popular Cross 11K
11km D+ 333m
Race data
Terrain
Cross Country
Difficulty
Intermediate
Distance
1 modalities
Popular Cross 11K
Price: 15 EUR
- Distance
- 11 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 333m
- Max Time
- 2h
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | Max Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Popular Cross 11K | 11 km | D+ 333m | 2h | 15 EUR |
Will your watch battery last the ~2 h of XII Cross El Arriero?Worked out for the longest course (11 km). See which watches reach the finish with GPS on and which die on the way.Check my watch Check my watchYour checklist for XII Cross El Arriero
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 Instinct 3 AMOLED 45 mm
Onboard topo maps, unlike the Instinct 3 Solar
Downside: Shorter battery life than the Instinct 3 Solar (no solar charging or MIP display)
Gear
Shoes with deep lugs: the ground can be muddy
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Salomon Speedcross 6
Agarre excepcional en barro y terreno técnico
Downside: Durabilidad media en asfalto
Nutrition
Light breakfast 2-3 hours before the 11:00 start
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Maurten Gel 100
Tecnología de hidrogel: excelente tolerancia gástrica
Downside: Precio elevado respecto a otros geles
Sun Protection
SPF 30-50 on your face if the day is clear
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 on feet and groin
Done, you already have it
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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
Pamplona has rental offices at the airport and in the centre
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Trip logistics
Registration, travel and insurance: what you should have sorted before race day.
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Seasonal kit
Rain and mud at XII Cross El Arriero: pack this kit
Grippy shoes, rain jacket, gaiters and blister protection for a wet race.
See the full kit : Rain and Mud Trail Running Kit 2026: What to Bring to a Wet RaceYou may also need: What to Wear for Cold-Weather Trail Running 2026: The Complete Layering Kit
XII Cross El Arriero 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
7°C – 12°C
Average 9°C
Rain
40%
2.0 mm avg
Wind
20 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
6h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Bring a waterproof jacket (40% chance of rain)
Asics
Asics Gel-Trabuco 14 GTX
A best-selling beginner trail shoe: GEL cushioning, good stability and a waterproof GORE-TEX membrane. Versatile and reliable for training on mixed terrain in any weather.
Berghaus
Berghaus Paclite 2.0 GTX
Waterproof jacket with a Gore-Tex Paclite membrane (around 330 g). Fully waterproof with taped seams, fixed adjustable hood, storm flap behind the zip and cuff adjustment. Packs down small in a vest. Heavier than a pure running hardshell, but it meets the waterproof-breathable membrane requirement in race rules and is the affordable route into Gore-Tex.
Brooks
Brooks Cascadia 20 GTX
The Cascadia 20 with a GORE-TEX membrane: stability and protection for rocky mountain terrain, keeping the foot dry on cold, rainy days.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX Glove
Glove with a fully waterproof, windproof GORE-TEX membrane and light insulation. The pick for running in snow, sleet or heavy rain while keeping your hand dry.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear M GORE-TEX Thermo Glove
Warmer variant of the Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX: the same fully waterproof, windproof membrane, with extra thermal lining for intense cold on top of snow or rain. The pick when the problem isn't just water, but water AND hard cold at once.
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.
Nike
Nike Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX
The best-selling gateway trail shoe: comfortable, cushioned and versatile for moving from road to trail. Waterproof GORE-TEX version, perfect for beginners and easy runs on mixed terrain.
Salomon
Salomon Bonatti Pro Waterproof Glove
Lightweight waterproof glove built for running, not just standing still in the snow: a waterproof membrane with more dexterity and less bulk than a thick membrane glove, for sustained rain without giving up handling gels or poles.
Salomon
Salomon Bonatti WP
Chaqueta cortavientos impermeable ultraligera (135 g). Costuras selladas, capucha ajustable y ventilación trasera. Se pliega en su propio bolsillo.
Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6 GTX
The Speedcross 6 with a GORE-TEX membrane: the same aggressive 5 mm lugs for mud and soft ground, now waterproof for winter, rain and snow.
Sealskinz
Sealskinz Waterproof Lightweight Glove
Lightweight waterproof glove from a brand that specializes in outdoor sport waterproofing. A solid middle ground between a thin windproof glove and a thick membrane glove: genuinely waterproof without the bulk or price of the Gore C5.
TRIWONDER
TRIWONDER Polainas Impermeables Trail
Waterproof, breathable low gaiters for trail running, hiking and mountain use. Under-shoe strap and adjustable elastic band. A budget-friendly alternative to premium technical brand gaiters.
Bring thermal layers (low of 7°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 14 November
Weather forecast from Open-Meteo (may change until race day)
Recorrido y perfil de elevación
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XII Cross El Arriero
Cross El Arriero is one of those village races that grow on atmosphere alone: 11 leg-breaking kilometres through the Améscoa valley in Tierra Estella, starting and finishing at the square behind the Municipal Pelota Court in Eulate. It is organised by Club Deportivo Urbasa, and in 2026 it reaches its 12th edition on Saturday 14 November at 11:00.
A course between Urbasa and Loquiz
The circuit runs along the southern slope of the Urbasa and Andía Natural Park and the Santiago de Loquiz range, on tracks and trails through beech woods and meadows. It is a popular cross, not a mountain race: mixed terrain, no technical sections and a single aid station. The time limit is 2 hours.
200 places and a lunch for all
Entry is capped at 200 runners, which keeps the atmosphere close. Early entry costs €15 (€20 on the day, up to 1 hour before the start), with separate prizes for locals and non-locals, a draw for local cheeses and a lunch for everyone at the prize-giving. Promotion races for children are held before the main event.
Améscoa beyond the race
Use the weekend to see Urbasa, the Urederra spring and Estella-Lizarra, 15 minutes away. Browse more races in Navarre and plan your season with the planner.
Mandatory Gear
According to the official race regulations
360Complete Pack
Cross El Arriero 2026 entry
RegistrationOnline registration on RockTheSport until 12 November. Capped at 200 runners.
Tips
- •Early entry: €15 (until 12 November)
- •Race day: €20, up to 1 hour before the start and if places remain
- •State whether you are local (resident in Améscoa) or from elsewhere when registering
- •Bib pick-up on Saturday, up to 30 minutes before the start, with ID
Where to stay for Cross El Arriero
AccommodationEulate is a very small village: accommodation is spread across the Améscoa valley and Estella-Lizarra.
Tips
- •Rural houses in Améscoa and around Urbasa
- •Estella-Lizarra (15 km) has the hotels and guesthouses
- •Pamplona (70 km) for more choice
- •November is low season, but rural houses fill up at weekends
Gear for Cross El Arriero
GearNovember on the southern slope of Urbasa: tracks, mud and cold. Studded shoes and layers for the start.
Tips
- •Shoes with deep lugs: the ground can be muddy
- •Tights or shorts depending on the day; thermal long sleeve for the start
- •Thin gloves for the first kilometres
- •No mandatory pack: just one aid station in 11 km
Which shoes for XII Cross El Arriero?
Which footwear fits based on the race's terrain and weather
Which GPS watch for XII Cross El Arriero?
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 Cross El Arriero
NutritionAn effort of about 50-70 minutes: a good breakfast and a gel if you need one is enough.
Tips
- •Light breakfast 2-3 hours before the 11:00 start
- •One gel 15 minutes before the start if your stomach is trained for it
- •Isotonic drink during the warm-up
- •Protein recovery after the finish, before the lunch
Getting to Eulate
TransportEulate is in Tierra Estella, about 70 km from Pamplona and 15 km from Estella-Lizarra.
Tips
- •From Pamplona: 1 h via the A-12 and NA-7000 through Estella-Lizarra
- •From Vitoria-Gasteiz: 1 h via the A-1 and Alsasua or Estella
- •No practical public transport: drive, car-share if you can
- •Parking near the Municipal Pelota Court
Car rental for Cross El Arriero
Car RentalWith no useful train or bus to Eulate, a car is essential. Pick it up in Pamplona.
Tips
- •Pamplona has rental offices at the airport and in the centre
- •Combine the race with Urbasa and the Urederra spring
- •Book early: November weekends are popular for getaways
Sports insurance for Cross El Arriero
InsuranceAnyone aged 18 or over can enter, licensed or not. Without a bib you are not covered by the organiser.
Tips
- •Bib visible on the chest with pins: without it you are not covered
- •The organiser provides medical cover
- •If you have no licence, consider day sports insurance
- •A prior medical check-up is recommended
Body care for Cross El Arriero
Body CareNovember cold, mud and a lunch afterwards: protect your skin and warm up fast.
Tips
- •Anti-chafe on feet and groin
- •Windproof neck gaiter for the start
- •Dry warm clothes in your bag for after the finish
- •Compression or recovery boots for the journey home
Sun protection for Cross El Arriero
Sun ProtectionLow sun and cold November air at around 600 m: if it is clear, your face still burns.
Tips
- •SPF 30-50 on your face if the day is clear
- •SPF lip balm against the wind
- •Apply before warming up
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Cross El Arriero 2026?
- Saturday 14 November 2026 at 11:00, starting and finishing at the square behind the Municipal Pelota Court in Eulate (Navarre). It is the 12th edition.
- How long is Cross El Arriero?
- A popular circuit of about 11 km, rolling and leg-breaking, on tracks and trails in the Améscoa valley. Youth promotion races are held before the main event.
- How much is entry and what is the deadline?
- Early entry costs €15 and closes on 12 November 2026 on RockTheSport. On race day you can pay €20 up to 1 hour before the start while places remain (maximum 200).
- Who can take part?
- Anyone aged 18 or over, licensed or not. You must state at registration whether you are local (resident in Améscoa) or from elsewhere, as prizes are split between both categories.
- What is included?
- One aid station on the course, medical cover and a lunch for all participants. There is also a prize draw of 6 local cheeses by bib number.
- How do I get to Eulate?
- Eulate is about 70 km from Pamplona and 15 km from Estella-Lizarra. There is no practical public transport, so going by car is the easiest option.
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