Running
Marathon
26.2 mi
2,960m
Ultra Sierra Nevada
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About
The Unicaja Ultra Sierra Nevada is a trail race that takes place in the Sierra Nevada mountains in southern Spain. The race features a 100 km course with 5,500 meters of elevation gain, with participants starting in Granada and finishing in Pradollano.
Catering & aid stations
Verpflegung / Strecken- und Zielversorgung / aid stations (on-course food & drink). Not Pacemaker text.
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Surface mix
- 16% asphalt
- 41% trail
- 42% other
Typical weather in Granada
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
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Feb13°3°
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Mar16°5°
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Apr19°8°
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May23°11°
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Jun29°16°
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Jul34°20°
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Aug33°20°
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Sep28°16°
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Oct23°12°
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Nov16°6°
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Dec13°3°
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Route maps
Results
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- human text
Hotels near the start
FAQ
What is the official website of UNICAJA ULTRA SIERRA NEVADA?
You can find the official website by clicking on the following link www.ultrasierranevada.com
What day is the UNICAJA ULTRA SIERRA NEVADA?
April 10-12, 2025
What time and where does the ULTRA start?
At 22:00 on Friday night in the Paseo del Salón, Granada.
What time and where does the ULTRA R3L3VOS start?
At 06:00 hours on Saturday in the town of Cenes de la Vega.
And TRAIL?
At 06:00 hours on Saturday in the town of Cenes de la Vega.
And MARATÓN?
At 08:00 hours on Saturday in the town of Quéntar.
And MEDIA?
At 09:00 hours on Sunday in the town of Pinos Genil.
What about the R3LEVOS?
It is 74 kms
What is the ULTRA route like and where does it pass through?
The ULTRA starts at the Paseo del Salón, in the city centre of Granada. From there, the route will take participants to the Dehesa del Generalife and, after continuing along the Darro river basin, to the village of Beas. From here the route heads towards Quentar and then on to the town of Pinos Genil. The course of the Genil River marks the beginning of the most demanding section of the race: the ascent to Sierra Nevada. 40 kilometres in which it will be necessary to overcome a difference in altitude of approximately 2,300 metres to reach the top of the race in the vicinity of Pico Veleta at an altitude of more than 3,200 metres. From there, a vertiginous descent will lead to the finish line at the Pradollano Ski Resort, at an altitude of 2,200 m.
And MEDIA ?
It shares with the ULTRA, TRAIL and MARATHON the itinerary, control points and refreshment stations of the 25 kilometres that run from the town of Pinos Genil to the first pass through Pradollano, where the finish line of the four modalities will be installed.
What is the maximum time to complete the ULTRA?
A maximum time of 23 hours is established to complete the route.
What is the maximum time to complete the TRAIL?
A maximum time of 15 hours is established to complete the route.
What is the maximum time to complete the MARATON?
A maximum time of 10 hours is established to complete the route.
What is the maximum time to complete the MEDIA?
A maximum time of 5 hours is established to complete the route.
Is it necessary to present a Medical Certificate to run?
For ULTRA and TRAIL runners, it is recommended to undergo a medical check-up to certify their fitness for sports activities such as trail running.
Is there any mandatory material? Which one?
Yes, all ULTRA, TRAIL, MARATHON and MEDIA runners, without exception, must ensure that they have the following equipment with them in order to participate in UNICAJA ULTRA SIERRA NEVADA: ULTRA, R3LEVOS, TRAIL, MARATÓN, MEDIA.
Where can I pick up my bib number?
Race numbers for the five events can be collected from the Paseo del Salón on the days and at the times specified in the ‘RACE NUMBERS’ section for each event.
When?
Thursday from 17:00 to 21:00 and Friday from 12:00 to 21:30 for all modalities in Paseo del Salón (Granada)
What do I need to collect my bib number?
To collect your bib number you will need an official identification document (ID card or passport) and a federation licence if you are a member of the federation.
Can someone else pick up the bib for me?
The bib is personal and non-transferable. In the event that the race bib holder is unable to collect the bib, it may be collected by a third person on presentation of authorisation and a photocopy of the bib holder’s ID card.
Where should I wear the bib?
The bibs must always be clearly visible on the abdominal part throughout the race.
Can I pick up my race bib at the start area?
A bib drop-off will be available 1 hour before the start in exceptional cases, subject to prior consultation via email.
Is there a wardrobe service?
Yes, for all modalities. For the ULTRA and TRAIL there is also an intermediate wardrobe where runners can pick up their bags. The first point is in Pinos Genil and the second, for the three modalities, at the finish line in Pradollano.
What are the wardrobe opening hours?
The wardrobe timetable is 1 hour before the start of each modality.
Where do I pick up the two backpacks?
At the Control Point in Pinos Genil there will be an intermediate wardrobe for those registered in the ULTRA and TRAIL. All backpacks at the finish line will be kept in the wardrobe located next to the canteen, changing rooms and recovery area which will be set up at the finish line.
Where do I deliver the backpacks?
The wardrobe will be located at the start line. There, the two backpacks with the material will be delivered, one in Pinos Genil and the other in Pradollano.
Do I have to identify the backpacks?
It is not necessary, the organisation will deliver the backpacks already identified, which must be handed in at the wardrobe.
Do I need to bring any documents to hand in the backpacks?
It is compulsory to show your bib number in order to hand in your backpacks and it is advisable to carry an official identification document.
At what time do you open the doors to enter the start boxes?
The boxes open one hour before the start. At that time, chip verification and equipment checks will begin.
Will there be checkpoints throughout the race?
There will be several checkpoints along the route. Between 8 and 10 checkpoints along the route.
Will there be refreshment points during the race?
YESThe ULTRA has 7 refreshment points + refreshment at the finish line.The TRAIL has 4 refreshment points + refreshment at the finish line.The MARATHON has 2 refreshment points + finish line refreshment.The MEDIA has 1 refreshment point + finish line refreshment point.
Is medical assistance available during the race? Where?
YES There will be a fixed medical assistance point in Pinos Genil, at the Veleta and at the finish line in Pradollano. Two mobile assistance teams will also be available throughout the race.
Is there a transport service to the start from Granada and Pradollano for ULTRA, TRAIL and MARATHON participants?
YES The Organization of UNICAJA ULTRA SIERRA NEVADA has planned a shuttle bus service for all runners who wish to take part in the ULTRA, TRAIL and MARATHON modalities, which will connect Granada and Pradollano with their respective municipalities where the race starts. In the case of the ULTRA, it will connect Pradollano with Granada, in the case of the TRAIL it will connect Granada and Pradollano with the town of Cenes de la Vega and in the case of the MARATHON it will connect Granada and Pradollano with the town of Cenes de la Vega.
Where does the bus leave from?
The bus leaves from the roundabout of the steam engine, at the end of Paseo de la Bomba, in the case of Granada. In the case of Pradollano, it departs from the Pradollano car park.
What time does the bus leave from Pradollano for ULTRA participants?
The bus for the ULTRA participants leaves at 20:00 on Friday for the START in Granada.
What time does the bus leave for TRAIL and R3LEVOS participants?
The bus for the participants of the TRAIL from Granada leaves at 5:00 a.m. on Saturday to the START in the town of Cenes de la Vega. The bus from Pradollano leaves at 4:30 a.m. on Saturday.
What time does the bus for MARATHON participants leave?
The bus from Granada for the participants of the MARATHON leaves at 6:45 a.m. on Saturday with destination to the START in the town of Quéntar. The bus from Pradollano leaves at 6:00 a.m. on Saturday.The bus from Cenes de la Vega leaves at 6:45 and 7:00 a.m. on Saturday.
What time does the bus for MEDIA participants leave?
The bus from Granada for the participants of the MEDIA leaves at 8:00 a.m. on Sunday to the START in the town of `Pinos Genil. The bus from Pradollano leaves at 7:15 a.m. on Sunday.
My family and friends want to follow the race live. Where and how can they do it?
A race tracking plan will be published on the website with the best places to watch the race live.
Is it possible to follow the race online?
The general public can access through the race website the evolution of the head of the race through the control points and the entrance of the participants to the finish line. Thanks to the integration of the timing system with the ranking management software, we can share the results of the event in real time both at the finish area and on the internet.
Can I transfer the registration to a friend or relative?
No. Registration is personal and non-transferable.
I am injured and want to transfer my bib to a friend, can I change the name?
Yes, you can change the bib name up to 15 days before the event, as long as the bibs are not sold out and there is no waiting list. The administration fee is €5.
I have enrolled in one mode and I want to change to another, can I do so?
The change of modality is valid as long as it is done before the closing date of registration and there are bibs available in the modality of the change. If you change to a lower category, the difference will be credited minus a €3 administration fee. If you wish to change to a higher category, you can do so as long as there are still bibs available, you will have to pay the difference.
Am I covered by insurance?
The organisation has a civil liability insurance policy in accordance with current legislation.
Are there finisher medals?
YES All finishers will receive a personalised medal according to the distance they are finisher of.
Is a souvenir T-shirt provided?
Yes, all partreceive a personalised technical T-shirt of the race.icipants of the ULTRA, TRAIL and MARATHON will
Will there be showers at the end of both events?
No, we won’t be able to use the showers this year as they’re currently being serviced.
Is there a bus service?
YES There will be a free bus service Pradollano – Cenes de la Vega – Granada for the participants of the four modalities. The times are: 15:00 / 17:00 / 19:00 / 21:30 and Sunday at 12:30 and 15:00.
Can accompanying persons be on the bus?
YES Accompanying persons who have previously booked and purchased their bus ticket on the website, will be able to use the bus service of the accompanying persons programme that will connect Granada and Pradollano to watch the arrival of the runne Afterwards, they will be able to use the same bus as their accompanying runner to return to Granada.
What is the timetable and price of the bus service for accompanying persons?
The bus service offered by the organisation for accompanying persons leaves from the railway roundabout at the end of Paseo de la Bomba, Granada, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The bus will leave at that time for Pradollano, where the finish line is located, and where the first runner is expected to arrive at 11:00.
When is the awards ceremony?
Saturday April 11 at 18:30h for ULTRA, R3LEVOS, TRAIL and MARATHON.Sunday, April 12 at 13:00h for MEDIA.
Last updated: Jun 10, 2026, 04:24:07 AM
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