Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
WOP Challenge Bilbao - Bizkaia
Bilbao, Spain
Date to be announcedDate TBA
225 km56 km
RelayNature & Off-Road+4
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Ultra-Trails in Basque Country
12 verified events with 67 individual races (9 confirmed dates) in Basque Country complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions67Races & courses
Distances1 - 225 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+8,158 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsPhoto: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Buts Gasteiz Iruñea
Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
Date to be announcedDate TBA
131.9 km75 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Hiru Haundiak
Murgia, Spain
Date to be announcedDate TBA
102.6 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Costa Blanca Trail
Finestrat, Spain
November 13, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
102 km67 km41 km20 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsOther DisciplinesTrail Running
Querroig Trail
Portbou, Spain
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
23 km15 km9 km1 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad RunningUTMB Index Races
3 Days Trail Ibiza-Ultra
Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Spain
November 27, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
93.5 km73.5 km62 km42 km+5
IslandMountain+10
Photo: Jorge Jaramillo · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Ultra Mediterrania
Alcoy, Spain
January 22, 2027 to January 24, 2027Date confirmed
160 km89 km86 km50 km+3
MountainNature & Off-Road+5
Photo: Athetics123 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWorld Trail Majors
Transgrancanaria HG
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
February 24, 2027 to February 28, 2027Date confirmed
126 km82 km47 km22.9 km+4
MountainNature & Off-Road+5
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | WOP Challenge Bilbao - Bizkaia | Bilbao, Basque Country, ES | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 225 km56 km |
| Date to be announced | Buts Gasteiz Iruñea | Vitoria-Gasteiz, Basque Country, ES | Trail Running | 131.9 km75 km |
| Date to be announced | Hiru Haundiak | Murgia, Basque Country, ES | Trail Running | 102.6 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Costa Blanca Trail | Finestrat, Valencian Community, ES | Trail Running | 102 km67 km41 km20 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Querroig Trail | Portbou, Catalonia, ES | Other DisciplinesTrail Running | 23 km15 km9 km1 km |
| Nov 27, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | 3 Days Trail Ibiza-Ultra | Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Balearic Islands, ES | Trail RunningRoad Running | 93.5 km73.5 km62 km42 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 22, 2027 - Jan 24, 2027 | Ultra Mediterrania | Alcoy, Valencian Community, ES | Trail Running | 160 km89 km86 km50 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 | Transgrancanaria HG | Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, ES | Trail Running | 126 km82 km47 km22.9 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 2027 | Kangas Mountain | Cangas de Onís, Asturias, ES | Trail Running | 60 km33 km21 km13 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2027 | Reventón El Paso | Santa Cruz de La Palma, Canary Islands, ES | Trail Running | 70.5 km42.2 km31.8 km17.5 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 | Formentera All Round Trail | La Savina, Balearic Islands, ES | Trail Running | 70 km40.4 km17.4 km11 km |
| Apr 8, 2027 - Apr 10, 2027 | Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB | Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, ES | Trail Running | 110 km73 km47 km24 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Ultra-trails span from 50 km to over 160 km across mountain ranges and natural parks, requiring mandatory gear, night running skills, and self-sufficiency. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. In this Ultra-Trails in Basque Country directory, RunningCompass curates 12 events comprising 67 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 225 km and elevation gains up to +8,158 m. Key host locations include Bilbao, Vitoria-Gasteiz, Murgia, Finestrat. Notable events in this selection include WOP Challenge Bilbao - Bizkaia, Buts Gasteiz Iruñea, Hiru Haundiak.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Ultra-Trails in Basque Country?
This overview currently includes 12 verified events featuring 67 individual races. Of these, 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 3 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Ultra-Trails in Basque Country?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 225 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +8,158 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, Other Disciplines.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Ultra-Trails in Basque Country?
Top host locations include Bilbao, Vitoria-Gasteiz, Murgia, Finestrat, Portbou. Representative events in the catalog include WOP Challenge Bilbao - Bizkaia, Buts Gasteiz Iruñea, Hiru Haundiak, Costa Blanca Trail. Ultra-trails span from 50 km to over 160 km across mountain ranges and natural parks, requiring mandatory gear, night running skills, and self-sufficiency.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Ultra-Trails in Basque Country?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 67 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.