Gran Vuelta Valle del Genal
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About the race
The Gran Vuelta Valle del Genal (UTGVVG) is a trail running event on circular routes in the Genal valley, province of Málaga, Spain. It is organised with separate formats that use the valley's established circuits.
Key race formats include:
- Trail: circular 53 km, 2800 m positive elevation, maximum 12 hours.
- Ultra: circular 129 km, 6300 m positive elevation, maximum 31 hours.
- Relays: teams of 3 alternate on the 129 km route divided into four sectors.
The Trail Genal edition is scheduled in Benalauría on 7 November 2026. The Ultra and relays are scheduled in Parauta on 14 and 15 November 2026. The relay format is organised so teams alternate runners over the four defined sectors of the ultra route.
Organisers include Puraventura; institutional support and collaboration listed for Diputación de Málaga and Junta de Andalucía and several local municipalities. Event information available covers route distance, elevation gain, time limits, relay structure, and the locations and dates for the 2026 programme. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
