Eltxo Trail 2026

Eltxo Trail is a mountain race held in Orendain, a small town in Gipuzkoa, Basque Country. It features a 21 km half-marathon-style trail route and a shorter 7.3 km option, with mixed team categories available for both distances. The local council, Orendaingo Udala, organizes the event, which has scheduled afternoon starts for the 21 km and 7.3 km races. The routes traverse Orendain and the surrounding areas of Abaltzisketa, Gaintza, and Baliarrain, characterizing it as a rural Basque hill race. Previous editions featured 20 km and 5 km courses, indicating a consistent focus on mountain running with adjusted distances. A local market in the town center during the race offers participants and spectators a chance to engage with Orendain beyond the event itself.