Castello de la Plana, Castellón, Spain · Saturday, April 24, 2027
100K
Penyagolosa Trails
204 days away
106 km Distance
5,400 m Climbing
10.0 Grit · Elite / extreme
What the course asks
Climbing rate 51 m / km
Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.
Typical conditions, April
Daytime high 18°C
Night low 11°C
Rainfall Mostly dry
Daylight 13 h 35 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for April — NASA POWER, grid elevation 266 m. Not a forecast.
Course notes
- terrain This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
- gear With mountain terrain, choose a shoe with aggressive lugs (5mm+) for optimal performance.
- nutrition For 100km+ efforts, prioritize real food at aid stations to prevent palate fatigue.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 106 km of mountain with 5,400 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 51 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition Past 106 km the palate quits before the legs do — carry more than one flavour.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 5,400 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps 106 km almost certainly means running into the night.
About
From the coast to the summit of Penyagolosa in eastern Spain.
Highlights
- Sea to summit
- Mediterranean terrain
- UTWT race