La Vara Trail Run
Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 16 km to 100 km with up to 5,000 m D+ in Caravaca de la Cruz (Region of Murcia, Spain)
La Vara Trail Run is an endurance sporting event in Caravaca de la Cruz, Region of Murcia, ES focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Multi-Day, High Altitude.
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including En Kadena 2 (100 km, +5,000 m D+), Vara Scorpion Ultra (75 km, +5,000 m D+), Vara Sky Marathon (47 km, +3,000 m D+), Vara Trek Marathon (47 km, +212 m D+), Vara Trekkig (23 km, +1,300 m D+), and Vara Half Marathon (22.6 km, +1,230 m D+) (7 competitions in total). 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 (lavaratrail.com).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (7)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| En Kadena 2 | Trail Running | 100 km | +5,000 m | 1,150 m - 3,250 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Vara Scorpion Ultra | Trail Running | 75 km | +5,000 m | 1,153 m - 3,253 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Vara Sky Marathon | Trail Running | 47 km | +3,000 m | 1,156 m - 2,416 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Vara Trek Marathon | Walking & Hiking | 47 km | +212 m | 1,159 m - 1,248 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Vara Trekkig | Walking & Hiking | 23 km | +1,300 m | 1,162 m - 1,708 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Vara Half Marathon | Trail Running | 22.6 km | +1,230 m | 1,150 m - 1,667 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Vara Promo | Trail Running | 16 km | +765 m | 1,153 m - 1,474 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,250 m above sea level (+5,000 m D+, -5,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,153 m to 3,253 m above sea level (+5,000 m D+, -5,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,156 m to 2,416 m above sea level (+3,000 m D+, -3,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,159 m to 1,248 m above sea level (+212 m D+, -212 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,162 m to 1,708 m above sea level (+1,300 m D+, -1,300 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,150 m to 1,667 m above sea level (+1,230 m D+, -1,230 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,153 m to 1,474 m above sea level (+765 m D+, -765 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does La Vara Trail Run take place?
La Vara Trail Run takes place in Caravaca de la Cruz, Region of Murcia, ES (start area at coordinates 38.1042° N, 1.8609° 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 La Vara Trail Run?
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including En Kadena 2 (100 km, +5,000 m D+), Vara Scorpion Ultra (75 km, +5,000 m D+), Vara Sky Marathon (47 km, +3,000 m D+), Vara Trek Marathon (47 km, +212 m D+), Vara Trekkig (23 km, +1,300 m D+), and Vara Half Marathon (22.6 km, +1,230 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for La Vara Trail Run?
The main competition (En Kadena 2 over 100 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +5,000 m of elevation gain and -5,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,250 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 La Vara Trail Run?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (lavaratrail.com).