10K races near Malgrat de Mar

El Tast de la Mitja is a certified 10K race in Catalonia. It utilizes the final section of the La Mitja half-marathon course. The race begins in Passeig de la Garriga and concludes in Canovelles on Passeig de la Ribera, directly in front of KH-7. It takes place in autumn. Registration is open from May to October, or until 3,000 participants register. The event is part of the Lliga Championchip. The course travels from La Garriga, passing through Les Franqueses and Canovelles. Organizers describe the route in Catalan as “pla i avall,” indicating it is flat and downhill. Participants may encounter a narrow initial stretch before the course widens. The Associació Esportiva La Mitja de Granollers manages the race, with assistance from the local councils of La Garriga, Les Franqueses, Canovelles, and Granollers. A 5K race is also available, running from Les Franqueses to Granollers.

The Cursa Nocturna de la Cervesa begins and ends at Compañía Cervecera del Montseny in Sant Miquel de Balenyà, near Barcelona. This is a timed 10 km night race, with a two-hour limit and a maximum of 1,300 participants. The event connects local sport with craft beer culture. Participants should bring a flashlight or headlamp as the route takes place after dark. The course is a loop through the Pre Parc Natural del Montseny, featuring approximately 100 meters of elevation gain. It is suitable for runners seeking a fast, controlled race rather than a demanding mountain challenge. Aid stations are located along the marked route, and all participants must finish the entire course. A unique element is the hidden prize at each kilometer mark; the finder must carry it to the finish. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers, and food is available post-race.

Vallalta Trail is a mountain-running event held in Sant Iscle de Vallalta, a village within the Barcelona area of Catalonia. Participants can select from various trail distances. The primary listing details an 18 km Vallalta Trail and a 10 km Short 10K. An additional listing also indicates a 23 km trail option, suggesting that the precise offerings should be confirmed with the organizer prior to registration. The race is organized by Vallalta Trail, a local entity that arranges group sporting excursions, hikes, and mountain races. The event features a Dorsal Solidari AFANOC, a solidarity bib benefiting AFANOC, in addition to standard race entries. Each distance maintains its own registration list, and the event information directs participants to race regulations and distinct particulars for each category.

The Llagostera Mountain Race is a trail running event held in Llagostera, Girona. It features races and walks on forest paths, distinct from road races. One event is a night mountain race, organized by Trail Running group of G.E. Bell-Matí de Llagostera. It begins and ends at the La Canyera municipal pool. The course covers 8 km of trails through the Torre forest, with options for running or walking. Registration can be done online or on the day of the event. The Llagostera mountain race program offers three choices through the Ridaura forests and the Ardenya massif: El Toixó, a 12 km walk; La Geneta, a 12 km race; and La Guilla, a 22 km race. The mountain course includes approximately 700 m of elevation gain and 700 m of descent. It is designed to feel local without being entirely flat or casual. The event maintains a traditional Catalan village race atmosphere, including a post-race breakfast, a buff or T-shirt, and a surprise at the halfway point. The night race also provides bravas potatoes, a drink, and access to the pool for a swim after the run.