ESPAGNE · Balearic Islands
Ibiza Trail Maratón 48km: Europe's Most Surprising Trail Race, Measured
Distance
48 km
Date
Droit d’inscription
55 EUR
€ / km
€1.15
Ibiza’s flagship trail day: a 48K from Sant Antoni that mixes coastal views with rugged island trails—great if you want “holiday energy” with real racing legs.
Ibiza Trail Maratón 48 km is a trail race held on October 26, 2026, starting and finishing on the seafront of Sant Antoni de Portmany, Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain. The course covers 48 km with 1,600 m of gain (~33.3 m/km) through coastal paths, Mediterranean pine forest, rocky ascents, and agricultural valley trails — opening immediately with a climb to Sa Talaia de Sant Antoni (~475m, highest point western Ibiza) before descending through the Es Broll valley and returning along coastal edges. Now in its ~18th edition (running since approximately 2009), the race draws approximately 1,000 participants across three distances; the 48km field is smaller and competitive — the 2024 men's finish saw less than one second separate first and second. Entry costs €55 base plus €5 RFEA Day License (~€60 effective / ~€1.25/km). Ibiza (IBZ) airport is 29 minutes from the start. It suits runners looking to combine a legitimate Mediterranean race with one of Europe's most distinctive island settings.
Élévation et Terrain
Mètres totaux
1,600m
D+/KM
33.3m/km
Pour référence, le Tor des Géants 330 km a 73 D+/km.
Ibiza Trail Maratón 48km: Europe's Most Surprising Trail Race, Measured
Why the Ibiza Trail Maratón Is Harder Than Its Island Setting Implies (Sa Talaia, Steep Sections, October Humidity)▼
Q: How hard is the Ibiza Trail Maratón 48km? A: Harder than Ibiza's party reputation suggests. The course covers 48km with 1,600m of gain, opening immediately with a climb to Sa Talaia de Sant Antoni (~475m). Terrain includes rocky ascents, coastal paths, and Mediterranean forest on medium-technical trails. October island humidity adds effort that the elevation numbers don't capture — one runner described 'a lot of stinging, steep sections.' The 2024 men's winner crossed in 2:15:09.
Course Profile — Seafront Start, a Climb to Ibiza's Highest Western Point, and Coastal Trails Back▼
Q: Is the Ibiza Trail Maratón an ITRA qualifier? A: ITRA certification not confirmed in research.
Holiday Energy, Real Racing: The Case for Running 48km in Ibiza in October▼
Q: How much does it cost to enter the Ibiza Trail Maratón 48km? A: €55 base entry plus a mandatory €5 RFEA Day License, making the effective cost approximately €60 (~€1.25/km). Pricing will rise closer to the race date — register early. No additional platform fees are noted.
Getting There: Ibiza Airport, Sant Antoni, and 29 Minutes to the Start Line▼
Q: When does the 2026 Ibiza Trail Maratón 48km take place? A: October 26, 2026, starting from the Sant Antoni de Portmany seafront in Ibiza.
Logistique
Aéroport le plus proche
Ibiza (IBZ)
Notes
Start: ~20–35 min by car/taxi to Sant Antoni de Portmany (seafront start/finish) / Public transport: island buses exist, but race-morning timing is easiest with taxi/car / Accommodation: strong in Sant Antoni and Ibiza Town; book early if your weekend overlaps peak travel.
