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World Trail Majors

Transgrancanaria 2027

Feb 24, 2027 – Feb 28, 2027Gran Canaria, Spain
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Key facts

Feb24

Wednesday, February 24, 2027 – Sunday, February 28, 2027

5distances, up to 126K
SpainLocation
90.5KInstagram followers
Location
Gran Canaria, Spain
Distances
12K23K47K82K126K
Series
World Trail Majors
Race type
ultravertical
Instagram
@transgrancanaria90,500 followers
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About the race

Transgrancanaria is one of the most iconic trail and ultra-trail races in the world, held on the island of Gran Canaria. Known for its volcanic terrain, long distances, and international elite participation. The week opens with KV El Gigante, its vertical kilometer: 5.5 km and 1,090 m of climbing from the Agaete valley to the Tamadaba massif.

How to prepare for Transgrancanaria

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Your distance:

Training

24 weeks of specific training

Plan a long build: back-to-back long runs, night running and at least one 8–10 hour day.

Add two short strength sessions a week (legs, hips and core): they protect you on the descents.

See the week-by-week training plan

Fuel and hydration

Aim for 60–90 g of carbs per hour, train your gut, carry real food for the night and plan your crew and drop bags.

Terrain and conditions

Technical terrain: train on rocky trails and steep descents, and wear shoes with grip and protection.

Recommended gear

Picked for this course and distance from the products we compare.

Shoes

Hoka Mafate 5
Hoka Mafate 5Shoes$190
Nike ACG Zegama Trail
Nike ACG Zegama TrailShoes$180
Altra Olympus 7
Altra Olympus 7Shoes$195
INOV-8 TrailFly Max
INOV-8 TrailFly MaxShoes$170

Essentials for the 126K

Salomon ADV Skin 12
Salomon ADV Skin 12Vest$165
Maurten Gel 100
Maurten Gel 100Nutrition$3.41
LEKI Ultratrail FX.One SL
LEKI Ultratrail FX.One SLPoles$190

Learn more in our guides

Strength training for trail runnersTrail running nutritionHow to choose trail running shoesTrail running for beginners
Race planning

Plan Transgrancanaria on race day

Your pace leg by leg, the food where you'll need it and a wristband to print, on this race's profile.

  • Your time at each aid station and the margin on the cut-offs
  • Gels and real food placed by kilometre, by what you burn
  • Aid stations and cut-offs you move right on the chart
  • A wristband with your profile, times and food to print
Plan Transgrancanaria How it works

Example · 25 km trail with two aid stations

Gel25 g carbsMedjool dates36 g carbsCaffeine gel25 g carbsSalt capsule250 mg Na
Aid station 1·08:58Aid station 2·09:48Finish·10:35
628 m303 m
0:460:220:210:180:130:16
0 km5 km10 km15 km20 km25 km
ClimbRollingDescentAid stationCut-off point

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When is Transgrancanaria 2027?

Transgrancanaria 2027 takes place in Gran Canaria, Spain: February 24 – 28, 2027. Add it to your calendar from the top of this page so you don’t miss it.

Where does Transgrancanaria take place?

Transgrancanaria takes place in Gran Canaria, Spain. There are 8 other trail races within 250 km, shown on the map, if you want to combine them in one trip.

What distances does Transgrancanaria have?

Transgrancanaria has 5 distances: 12K, 23K, 47K, 82K, and 126K. The longest is the 126K.

Is Transgrancanaria part of a race series?

Yes: Transgrancanaria is part of World Trail Majors.

How long should I train for Transgrancanaria?

For the 126K, plan around 24 weeks of specific training if you already run regularly. For the 12K, about 8 weeks are enough. Build up long runs with climbing and add two short strength sessions a week.

How technical is Transgrancanaria?

It is a technical mountain race: expect rocky trails and steep descents, so train on similar terrain.

What shoes should I wear for Transgrancanaria?

For its technical terrain, choose shoes with deep lugs and good protection and enough cushioning for the distance. Good options: Hoka Mafate 5, Nike ACG Zegama Trail, and Altra Olympus 7. You will find them, and the rest of the gear, in “How to prepare” below.

How do I register for Transgrancanaria?

Registration is on the official website (transgrancanaria.net). Popular races sell out, so check the dates early, and mark it as “I want to register” at the top of this page to keep it in your races.

Where can I stay for Transgrancanaria?

Look for accommodation in or near Gran Canaria. The accommodation map on this page shows hotels and apartments around the race, with prices for your dates.

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