Photo: Kepe / Mañaritik Atxetara (opens in a new tab)Mañaria, Vizcaya
Mañaritik Atxetara
Saturday, 18 September 2027estimated date
Mañaritik Atxetara 43K
43km D+ 3900m
Mañaritik Atxetara 22K
22km D+ 2000m
Mañaritik Atxetara 13K
13km D+ 1100m
Untzillaitz Zuzen (vertical)
2.9km D+ 750m
Marcha Montañera
19km D+ 1150m
Race data
Terrain
Skyrunning
Difficulty
Elite
Distance
5 modalities
Mañaritik Atxetara 43K
Price: 52 EUR
- Distance
- 43 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 3900m
- Max Time
- -
Mañaritik Atxetara 22K
Price: 32 EUR
- Distance
- 22 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 2000m
- Max Time
- -
Mañaritik Atxetara 13K
Price: 22 EUR
- Distance
- 13 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 1100m
- Max Time
- -
Untzillaitz Zuzen (vertical)
Price: 18 EUR
- Distance
- 2.9 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 750m
- Max Time
- -
Marcha Montañera
Price: 22 EUR
- Distance
- 19 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 1150m
- Max Time
- -
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | Max Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mañaritik Atxetara 43K | 43 km | D+ 3900m | - | 52 EUR |
| Mañaritik Atxetara 22K | 22 km | D+ 2000m | - | 32 EUR |
| Mañaritik Atxetara 13K | 13 km | D+ 1100m | - | 22 EUR |
| Untzillaitz Zuzen (vertical) | 2.9 km | D+ 750m | - | 18 EUR |
| Marcha Montañera | 19 km | D+ 1150m | - | 22 EUR |
Will your watch battery last the ~14 h of Mañaritik Atxetara?Worked out for the longest course (43 km). See which watches reach the finish with GPS on and which die on the way.Check my watch Check my watchYour checklist for Mañaritik Atxetara
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 165
Sharp AMOLED display at an entry-level price
Downside: No multi-band GPS (less accurate in canyons and dense forest)
Gear
Maximum-grip shoes: limestone rock and technical sections on Anboto and Urkiolamendi
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La Sportiva Bushido III
FriXion White outsole with Impact Brake System: exceptional grip on rock
Downside: Low cushioning: uncomfortable over very long distances
Nutrition
Fast-absorbing energy gels for the steepest sections
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Maurten Gel 100
Tecnología de hidrogel: excelente tolerancia gástrica
Downside: Precio elevado respecto a otros geles
Sun Protection
SPF 50 sunscreen on face, neck and arms before the start
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 on feet, thighs and underarms, key for the 43K
Done, you already have it
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Julbo Aerospeed
Photochromic lenses: adapt from forest to summits
Downside: Higher price compared to non-photochromic glasses
Car Rental
Parking available in Mañaria on race day, but arrive early
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DRIVALIA Alquiler de vehículos por Suscripción CarCloud Country Plus
Trip logistics
Registration, travel and insurance: what you should have sorted before race day.
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Mañaritik Atxetara 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 15 °C: guide and kit →
Typical weather for the race date (10-year average)
Temperature
14°C – 23°C
Average 18°C
Rain
30%
1.8 mm avg
Wind
14 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
10h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Bring a waterproof jacket (30% 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.
Sun protection essential (10h sunshine, up to 23°C)
Forecast for 18 September
Weather forecast from Open-Meteo (may change until race day)
Mañaritik Atxetara
Mañaritik Atxetara (“from Mañaria to the peaks,” in Basque) is one of the most vertical events on the Basque mountain running calendar. Only three editions old, it has quickly earned a reputation among skyrunning athletes for its difficulty: the flagship 43-kilometer course packs in 3,900 meters of elevation gain, nearly 91 meters per kilometer, crossing the most iconic summits of Urkiola Natural Park. The start and finish sit in the town hall square of Mañaria, a small municipality in the Duranguesado area of Vizcaya.
A route across the summits of Urkiola
The 43K route strings together peaks such as Mugarrikolanda, Artatxaga (996 m), Leungaga (1,008 m), Astxikiri (785 m), Larranoa (981 m), Anboto and Urkiolamendi (1,011 m), with an especially demanding technical section on the diagonal near Untzillaitz. Along the way, runners pass landmarks with their own history: an old marble quarry, the Inungane shelter, the Gatzaieta farmhouse, the Anboto meadow, the Miren cave and the Urkiola sanctuary with its three crosses. Those looking for a more manageable challenge can choose the 22K (2,000m gain) or the 13K (1,100m gain), while climbing specialists can take on the Untzillaitz Zuzen vertical (2.9 km, 750m gain). For those who’d rather enjoy the scenery without racing, the non-competitive mountain walk covers 19 km with 1,150m of gain.
Scoring for ITRA and UTMB
The race counts toward the ITRA and UTMB index circuits, drawing more runners each year who are looking to score points on a technical, demanding course. Urkiola’s limestone terrain, with sharp ridgelines and loose-rock descents, calls for mountain experience and confident footwork on technical ground, especially on the section that circles Anboto.
Mañaria and the Duranguesado beyond the race
Mañaria is the gateway to one of Vizcaya’s most beloved natural parks, with the Urkiola sanctuary serving as both a pilgrimage site and a natural viewpoint over the valley. Nearby Durango offers the best lodging and dining options in the area, and Bilbao is barely half an hour away by car for those wanting to combine the race with a city getaway. Looking for more options nearby? Discover other Basque Country races or add Mañaritik Atxetara to your calendar with the season planner.
Mandatory Gear
According to the official race regulations
Waterproof and hooded, essential on the summits of Anboto and Urkiolamendi
Charged and operational, standard requirement for technical mountain races
Required by the race regulations since the course runs inside a protected natural area
360Complete Pack
Inscripción Mañaritik Atxetara 2026
Registration3rd edition with five formats, from the Untzillaitz Zuzen vertical climb to the demanding 43K through Urkiola Natural Park.
Tips
- •Registration managed by Kronoak: €52 (43K), €32 (22K), €22 (13K), €18 (vertical), €22 (mountain walk)
- •Registration window January 3 to September 18, 2026, or until spots run out
- •Free registration for the children's 1K and 2K races
- •Federation license or day insurance required
Dónde dormir para la Mañaritik Atxetara
AccommodationMañaria is a tiny town; the most practical option is staying in Durango or combining the race with a stay in Bilbao.
Tips
- •Durango (5 km) has the best hotel and guesthouse options in the area
- •Rural inns across the Duranguesado area and around Urkiola Natural Park
- •Bilbao (30 km) as an alternative with more options and easy highway access
Material para la Mañaritik Atxetara
GearHigh-mountain course with technical limestone sections, exposed ridges and steep climbs over the summits of Urkiola.
Tips
- •Maximum-grip shoes: limestone rock and technical sections on Anboto and Urkiolamendi
- •Poles highly recommended for the 3,900m of elevation gain on the 43K
- •Waterproof jacket always in the pack: Atlantic weather changes fast on the summits
- •Vest-style pack with enough capacity for the mandatory gear on the longer distances
Which shoes for Mañaritik Atxetara?
Which footwear fits based on the race's terrain and weather
Which GPS watch for Mañaritik Atxetara?
Which watch has the battery to last based on your estimated finish time
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Nutrición para la Mañaritik Atxetara
NutritionThe 43K can take 6-7+ hours of effort with constant elevation gain; fueling strategy is key.
Tips
- •Fast-absorbing energy gels for the steepest sections
- •Isotonic drink in a soft flask for the full course, especially on the 43K
- •Something solid and salty at aid stations for races lasting over 4 hours
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Cómo llegar a Mañaria
TransportMañaria sits in the Duranguesado area, very close to Durango, in the heart of Vizcaya.
Tips
- •Bilbao airport (BIO) is the closest, 30-40 minutes away by car
- •Access via the AP-8 and N-634 from Bilbao or Durango
- •Durango has a train and bus station with good connections to Bilbao
Alquiler de coche para el Duranguesado
Car RentalA car is very useful for getting around the area and exploring Urkiola Natural Park beyond race day.
Tips
- •Parking available in Mañaria on race day, but arrive early
- •Use the car to visit the Urkiola sanctuary and its viewpoints
Seguro deportivo para la Mañaritik Atxetara
InsuranceA high-mountain race with technical, exposed sections over the summits of Urkiola; insurance or a federation license is mandatory.
Tips
- •A mountain federation license or day insurance is required to start
- •The Basque Mountain Federation or private trail insurers offer day cover
- •Mountain rescue coverage highly recommended given the technical profile of the 43K
Protección solar para la Mañaritik Atxetara
Sun ProtectionA long day on exposed summits inside Urkiola Natural Park, with hours of direct sun in September.
Tips
- •SPF 50 sunscreen on face, neck and arms before the start
- •SPF lip balm for the long hours on the summits during the 43K
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Which sunscreen survives a sweaty long run? We compared 7 SPF 50 sweat-proof picks — creams, sticks and a lip balm — on heat, altitude UV and sweat resistance. See the winner.
Cuidado corporal para la Mañaritik Atxetara
Body CareMany hours of technical effort call for preventing chafing and taking care of your feet on uneven terrain.
Tips
- •Anti-chafe balm on feet, thighs and underarms, key for the 43K
- •Technical anti-blister socks for the long hours over rock and trail
- •Sunglasses or a buff for the wind-exposed ridge sections
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Mañaritik Atxetara 2026?
- The 3rd edition of Mañaritik Atxetara takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, with the start at 8:00 AM from the town hall square in Mañaria (Vizcaya).
- What distances does the Mañaritik Atxetara offer?
- Five formats: a 43K with 3,900m elevation gain (the flagship distance), a 22K with 2,000m gain, a 13K with 1,100m gain, the Untzillaitz Zuzen vertical climb (2.9 km, 750m gain) and a non-competitive 19 km mountain walk with 1,150m gain. There are also children's races of 1K and 2K.
- Why is the Mañaritik Atxetara so demanding?
- The 43K course strings together summits inside Urkiola Natural Park such as Mugarrikolanda, Artatxaga, Leungaga, Anboto and Urkiolamendi, with technical sections like the diagonal near Untzillaitz. With nearly 91 meters of elevation gain per kilometer, it's one of the most vertical races on the Basque calendar, and it counts toward the ITRA and UTMB indexes.
- How do you get to Mañaria?
- Mañaria is a small town in Vizcaya, in the Duranguesado area, very close to Durango. Bilbao airport (BIO) is the closest, about 30-40 minutes away by car.
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