About This Event
The Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB stands as one of Europe's most varied mountain races, showcasing the extraordinary diversity of the Canary Islands' largest island. After 14 editions, this event has earned recognition as one of the continent's premier mountain ultramarathons, offering runners the unique experience of traversing from sea level to the summit of Teide at 3,555 meters—Spain's highest peak and the world's third-largest volcano. The race routes pass through Teide National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where runners navigate between dramatic rock formations, volcanic peaks, and ancient lava flows. The course reveals the island's remarkable geological story, from coastal paths along the northern shore through dense pine and laurel forests to the stark volcanic landscape surrounding the summit. During the race, runners witness the 'sea of clouds'—a natural phenomenon created by trade winds that transforms the view from above into an ethereal landscape of flowing clouds. Beyond the challenging terrain, the event emphasizes inclusivity with distances ranging from a technical 3.5K vertical challenge to the flagship 110K ultramarathon. The race welcomes runners of all abilities, including dedicated categories for athletes with functional diversity, reinforcing the event's reputation as both demanding and accessible to the broader trail running community.
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3.5K
This intense vertical challenge takes place under darkness, combining steep volcanic terrain with the unique experience of night mountain running. The compact distance packs significant elevation gain into a short but demanding climb.
24K
The route keeps to Tenerife's mid-elevation terrain, moving between coastal scrubland and the island's characteristic pine forests. Volcanic rock dominates the surface—black lava formations, embedded pumice, and weathered basalt require continuous focus. Forest sections bring shade and pine needle coverage, though roots and embedded rocks maintain the technical demand throughout.
47K
The course begins in lower elevation zones before climbing into Teide National Park, covering technical volcanic terrain that includes pine forest sections and exposed volcanic paths. The route's volcanic rock surfaces require careful foot placement. Runners should prepare for technical footing throughout, with the terrain varying from forested trails to open volcanic landscapes as elevation increases.
47K Relay
The relay covers a 47-kilometer section of the Bluetrail course across Tenerife's volcanic terrain. Teams encounter the same technical challenges that define the island's trails: sharp volcanic rock underfoot, exposed ridgelines with Atlantic views, and transitions between coastal sections and higher elevations. Handoff points are positioned at accessible locations, though support crews should anticipate the logistical complexity of moving between exchanges on an island where roads don't always follow the most direct routes.
73K
The route begins near sea level before ascending through established trails in the pine forests that characterize Tenerife's mid-elevation zones. As runners climb, the vegetation thins and the volcanic geology becomes increasingly dramatic, with views extending across the island and out to neighboring peaks when weather permits. The technical demands intensify in the upper sections, where the trail traverses lava fields and volcanic ridges that require focused navigation and sure footing on uneven, abrasive surfaces.
110K
The course begins in coastal Tenerife before ascending through the island's geological layers. Runners navigate technical volcanic trails that transition from forested switchbacks to exposed high-altitude terrain. The summit approach to Teide crosses a stark volcanic landscape of pumice and hardened lava flows, where thin air and exposure test both physical conditioning and mental resolve. The descent retraces much of the ascent route, requiring careful footwork on technical sections that become more challenging as fatigue accumulates.