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Spain Backyard Ultra
Castro Caldelas, Spain
Date to be announcedDate TBA
255 km161.2 km134 km100.5 km+3
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
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Ultra-Trails in Galicia
12 verified events with 76 individual races (11 confirmed dates) in Galicia complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events1211 confirmed dates
Competitions76Races & courses
Distances1 - 255 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+9,120 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Costa Blanca Trail
Finestrat, Spain
November 13, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
102 km67 km41 km20 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
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Querroig Trail
Portbou, Spain
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
23 km15 km9 km1 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+1
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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
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Ultra Mediterrania
Alcoy, Spain
January 22, 2027 to January 24, 2027Date confirmed
160 km89 km86 km50 km+3
MountainNature & Off-Road+5
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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
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Kangas Mountain
Cangas de Onís, Spain
March 6, 2027Date confirmed
60 km33 km21 km13 km
City RunMountain+2
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Reventón El Paso
Santa Cruz de La Palma, Spain
April 3, 2027Date confirmed
70.5 km42.2 km31.8 km17.5 km+2
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Spain Backyard Ultra | Castro Caldelas, Galicia, ES | Trail Running | 255 km161.2 km134 km100.5 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 |
| Apr 24, 2027 | Penyagolosa Trails | Castelló d'Empúries, Catalonia, ES | Trail Running | 106 km60 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2027 | Run Festival Tossa de Mar | Tossa de Mar, Catalonia, ES | Road RunningTrail Running | 21.1 km16 km10 km8 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 Galicia directory, RunningCompass curates 12 events comprising 76 individual races, including 11 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 255 km and elevation gains up to +9,120 m. Key host locations include Castro Caldelas, Finestrat, Portbou, Sant Josep de sa Talaia. Notable events in this selection include Spain Backyard Ultra, Costa Blanca Trail, Querroig Trail.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Ultra-Trails in Galicia?
This overview currently includes 12 verified events featuring 76 individual races. Of these, 11 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 1 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Ultra-Trails in Galicia?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 255 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +9,120 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, Road Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Ultra-Trails in Galicia?
Top host locations include Castro Caldelas, Finestrat, Portbou, Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Alcoy. Representative events in the catalog include Spain Backyard Ultra, Costa Blanca Trail, Querroig Trail, 3 Days Trail Ibiza-Ultra. 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 Galicia?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 76 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.