Trail Races in July in Spain 2026
July is the height of summer and trail running takes refuge in the high mountains. The Pyrenees, Sierra Nevada, Picos de Europa and Canary Island peaks host the standout races, where altitude offsets the summer heat. Events in low-lying areas are scheduled in night format or with dawn starts to avoid the hottest hours. July is also peak tourist season, which means finding accommodation near races may require booking months in advance — this is where Pack 360 with accommodation recommendations becomes especially valuable. It is a month where logistics matter as much as physical preparation.
5
Races
5.4 – 163 km
Distance range
460 – 10.000 D+
Elevation range
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Race months
Difficulty
Tips
Sun protection is absolutely critical: reapply cream every 90 minutes and wear UPF-rated clothing.
Plan hydration with electrolytes: in July you can lose over 1 litre of sweat per hour.
Book accommodation early: July is peak season and places near races sell out fast.
Race map
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Race calendar
Julio 2026
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB
Vielha · Catalonia
EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
Pola de Somiedo · Asturias
Ultra Sierra Nevada
Granada · Andalusia
Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
Vielha · Catalonia
Gran Trail Trangoworld Aneto-Posets
Benasque · Aragon
5 races
Featured HOKA 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
Photo: Desafío Somiedo EDP DesafiOSOmiedo
Pola de Somiedo
70K, 46K and 24K through Somiedo Natural Park, home of the Cantabrian brown bear
Featured Photo: Petr Slováček / Unsplash Ultra Sierra Nevada
Granada
100K, 42K and 21K across the rooftop of the Iberian Peninsula
Trail Vielha-Molières 3010
Vielha
43K, 23K, and 13K of pure skyrunning in Val d'Aran — the only race to summit Molières peak at 3,010m
Gran Trail Trangoworld Aneto-Posets
Benasque
From 5K to 105K between the Pyrenean rooftops: Aneto and Posets from the Benasque Valley