Unicaja Ultra Sierra Nevada
About This Race
The Unicaja Ultra Sierra Nevada is the highest altitude ultra trail in the Iberian Peninsula, now in its 12th edition. Starting from the heart of Granada, under the gaze of the Alhambra, and finishing at the ski resort of Pradollano, the race climbs to over 3,100 meters at the foot of Pico Veleta. Five modalities allow runners of all profiles to conquer the Sierra Nevada.
The Course
Mountain trails from Granada (680m) ascending to Pradollano (2,100m) via Pico Veleta (3,100m+). Technical alpine terrain, rocky paths, ski pistes.
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Race Details
Terrain
Trail
Elevation
Mountain
5500 gain
Participants
1,800 participants
Distances
100K Ultra, 60K Trail, Marathon, 25K Medium
What to Expect
An epic journey from Granada city to the Sierra Nevada ski station, climbing through olive groves, mountain villages, and alpine terrain to over 3,100m altitude. Expect dramatic temperature changes, technical mountain trails, and breathtaking panoramic views of Andalusia.
Highlights
Race Information
Cutoff Time
23h30
Typical Weather
April in Sierra Nevada brings highly variable mountain weather. Expect temperatures from 5°C at altitude to 20°C in Granada. Snow possible above 2,500m. Wind and rapid weather changes are common at high altitude.
Established
2015
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Quick Info
- April 10-12, 2026
- Granada · Spain
- Trail course
- Mountain elevation
- 1,800 participants
Verified event information
- Last verified 4 days ago
- Data sourced from official website