Carrera Popular de Albanchez

Albanchez, Spain

Sunday, November 29, 2026

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Distance

8km

Terrain

Road

Difficulty

Intermediate

Overview

The Carrera Popular de Albanchez is a traditional village road race held in Albanchez, a small town in the Almanzora valley of Almeria province in Andalucia, Spain. The main event is an 8 km race run on tarmac through the streets and the surroundings of the village, held alongside a non-competitive 8 km senderismo popular for those who prefer to walk the same route. The day also includes a full programme of children's races, from the infantil category down to the chupetin race for the youngest participants. The 2026 edition is scheduled for Sunday 29 November.

Good to know

On the day

RecommendedComfortable clothing appropriate for the time of year, Suitable footwear

ParkingParking arrangements are not published on the listing. Village races in this part of Andalucia usually rely on street parking around the start area, so arrive with time to spare.

Public transportAlbanchez sits inland in Almeria province, reached by road from the coast. The nearest airports are Almeria and Murcia, and a car is the simplest way to reach the village on race morning.

Aid stationsFull liquid and solid aid station at the finish, km 8 · Technical T-shirt for all adult race participants and hikers · Medical service and ambulance · Showers for men and women at the municipal gym · Meal for participants and companions

Before you enter

If the race is cancelledThere is no published weather, cancellation or refund policy for this edition. Any decision would be made by the organiser and posted on their website, so check there before travelling.

Minimum ageYes. The programme includes a set of children's races split by age group: infantil, alevin, benjamin, prebenjamin and chupetin, so even the very youngest runners get their own event.

Other questions

The race is scheduled for Sunday 29 November 2026 in Albanchez, a village in the Almanzora valley in the province of Almeria, Andalucia, Spain.

Yes. The senderismo popular is a walking event over the same 8 km distance, open to anyone who wants a more relaxed day out on the course.

The route is run on road through the streets of Albanchez. It is a traditional Spanish carrera popular rather than a trail event, so road shoes are the sensible choice.

Yes. A village race over 8 km is very easy to follow on foot, and spectators can usually see runners several times as the course works its way through the streets.

Entry fee not listed

Check the race's registration page for pricing.

Registration TBC

Albanchez, Spain

Sunday, November 29, 2026