Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Benemerita Trail

Trail Running covering 12 km to 42 km with up to 2,050 m D+ in Alfacar (Andalusia, Spain)

LocationAlfacar, Andalusia, SpainShow on map(37.2393° N, 3.5647° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,050 m

Benemerita Trail is an endurance sporting event in Alfacar, Andalusia, ES focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42 km, +2,050 m D+), Benemerita Trail (25 km, +1,170 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +650 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (benemeritatrail.es).

Official website
Benemerita Trail in Alfacar (Work: "El camino - Flickr - p v a l d i v i e s o", Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal, License: CC BY-SA 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"El camino - Flickr - p v a l d i v i e s o" · Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadMountain

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonTrail Running42 km+2,050 m726 m - 1,587 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Benemerita TrailTrail Running25 km+1,170 m729 m - 1,220 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 12 kmTrail Running12 km+650 m732 m - 1,005 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42 km
Elevation gain
+2,050 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,050 m D-
Altitude range
726 m - 1,587 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
9.8 % / 17.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42 km+2,050 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS37.2393° N, 3.5647° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 726 m to 1,587 m above sea level (+2,050 m D+, -2,050 m D-)

Peak: 1,587 m·at 21.7 km·Ø 9.8 %
726 m1,013 m1,300 m1,587 m0 km8.4 km16.8 km25.2 km33.6 km42 km1,587 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Benemerita Trail take place?

Benemerita Trail takes place in Alfacar, Andalusia, ES (start area at coordinates 37.2393° N, 3.5647° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Benemerita Trail?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42 km, +2,050 m D+), Benemerita Trail (25 km, +1,170 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +650 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Benemerita Trail?

The main competition (Marathon over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,050 m of elevation gain and -2,050 m of elevation loss, ranging between 726 m and 1,587 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Benemerita Trail?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (benemeritatrail.es).