UTMB Qualifying Races in Spain 2026
If your goal is to run the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc or any UTMB World Series race, you need to accumulate Running Stones in certified events. Spain is one of the European countries with the most qualifying races, from 20K categories to start building points to 100 Miles for those seeking maximum stones. We've gathered all Spanish races that award UTMB points, organized by category (20K, 50K, 100K, and 100M). Each page includes certified distances, Running Stones awarded, and the complete Pack 360 to prepare every detail. Plan your season with the races that bring you closer to Chamonix.
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Races
5.4 – 163 km
Distance range
460 – 10.000 D+
Elevation range
Feb – Nov
Race months
Difficulty
10 races
FeaturedPhoto: TransgrancanariaTransgrancanaria
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
128K, 83K, 44K, and 30K crossing Gran Canaria from north to south
100MElite
Photo: Kangas MountainKangas Mountain
Cangas de Onís
58K, 33K, 21K and 12K through the mountains of Cangas de Onís with the Picos de Europa as backdrop
50KAdvanced
FeaturedPhoto: Jordi de la FuenteTenerife Bluetrail by UTMB
Puerto de la Cruz
110K, 73K, 47K and 24K crossing Tenerife from south to north via Mount Teide
100MElite
Photo: Desafío Ultra El CainejoDesafío Ultra El Cainejo
Caín de Valdeón, León
52K, 35K and 19K through Picos de Europa from Caín de Valdeón — one of Spain's most technical trail races
100KElite
Photo: Cavalls del VentFestival Cavalls del Vent
Bagà
84K, 38K, and 28K through the Cadí-Moixeró linking eight mountain huts — mountain trail in the Catalan Pyrenees from Bagà
100KAdvanced
FeaturedHOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
Vielha
163K, 110K, 75K, 55K, 32K and more through the Pyrenees of Val d'Aran — European Major UTMB World Series
100MElite
Gran Trail Trangoworld Aneto-Posets
Benasque
From 5K to 105K between the Pyrenean rooftops: Aneto and Posets from the Benasque Valley
100MElite
FeaturedPhoto: Damien Dufour / UnsplashUltra Pirineu
Bagà
100K, 54K, and 30K along the Cadí Range in the Catalan Pyrenees
100MElite
Photo: Sportograf / Mallorca by UTMBMallorca by UTMB
Sóller, Mallorca
138K, 104K, 56K, and 26K through the Serra de Tramuntana — UTMB World Series in Mallorca
100MElite
Photo: FEXMEValcorchero Extreme Trail
Plasencia, Cáceres
23K and 13.5K through the Valcorchero Protected Landscape in Plasencia — UTMB circuit, capped at 340 runners
20KAdvancedRecommended gear for these races
What runners who've already raced these events carry
Black Diamond
Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z
Ultralight carbon Z-pole foldable trekking poles. 137 g per pole in 110 cm length, 33 cm folded. EVA grip and adjustable strap. The trail running reference.
Hoka
Hoka Speedgoat 7
The best-selling trail shoe in the US and an absolute ultra-trail classic. Max Hoka cushioning, a Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs for grip in mud and technical terrain, and a snug Matryx upper. Built to eat up kilometres without punishing your legs in long races.
Altra
Altra Lone Peak 9
Trail running shoe with zero drop and wide FootShape toe box that allows natural toe splay. 25 mm stack with EGO foam for balanced cushioning without losing ground contact. MaxTrac outsole with 3.5 mm lugs, ideal for non-technical trails, forest tracks and long-distance paths.
New Balance
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
The model breaking into Spain's best-seller charts. Fresh Foam X midsole with a solid balance between cushioning and ground feel, a Vibram Megagrip outsole, and a comfortable last suited to wide feet. A reliable all-rounder for training runs and mountain races of any distance.
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