Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Ultrail La Covatilla

Trail Running covering 16.5 km to 80 km with up to 3,500 m D+ in La Hoya (Region of Murcia, Spain)

LocationLa Hoya, Region of Murcia, SpainShow on map(37.7090° N, 1.5948° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +3,500 m

Ultrail La Covatilla is an endurance sporting event in La Hoya, Region of Murcia, ES focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Ultrail La Covatilla (80 km, +3,500 m D+), Trail La Covatilla (37 km, +2,300 m D+), and XCross La Covatilla (16.5 km, +1,000 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 (ultrail-lacovatilla.es).

Official website
Ultrail La Covatilla in La Hoya (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

MountainNature & Off-RoadKids & Youth RacesHigh Altitude

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Ultrail La CovatillaTrail Running80 km+3,500 m1,150 m - 2,620 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail La CovatillaTrail Running37 km+2,300 m1,153 m - 2,119 mLoop courseRoute & profile
XCross La CovatillaTrail Running16.5 km+1,000 m1,156 m - 1,576 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
80 km
Elevation gain
+3,500 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,500 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 2,620 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.8 % / 15.8 %
Course format
Loop course
80 km+3,500 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040506070FS37.7090° N, 1.5948° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,620 m above sea level (+3,500 m D+, -3,500 m D-)

Peak: 2,620 m·at 47.2 km·Ø 8.8 %
1,150 m1,640 m2,130 m2,620 m0 km16 km32 km48 km64 km80 km2,620 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Ultrail La Covatilla take place?

Ultrail La Covatilla takes place in La Hoya, Region of Murcia, ES (start area at coordinates 37.709° N, 1.5948° 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 Ultrail La Covatilla?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Ultrail La Covatilla (80 km, +3,500 m D+), Trail La Covatilla (37 km, +2,300 m D+), and XCross La Covatilla (16.5 km, +1,000 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Ultrail La Covatilla?

The main competition (Ultrail La Covatilla over 80 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,500 m of elevation gain and -3,500 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,620 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 Ultrail La Covatilla?

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