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The HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB® is gearing up for its sixth edition with seven mountain races, establishing itself as the epicenter of trail running in the Pyrenees. For the fifth consecutive year, it will be the European Major of the UTMB® World Series, offering direct access to the UTMB® Mont-Blanc 2027 finals to the top 10 male and female runners in the VDA, CDH, and PDA categories (equivalent to OCC® 50K, CCC® 100K, and UTMB® 100M). A total of around 225 direct entries to the finals will be awarded. Additionally, all finishers will receive double the Running Stones, increasing their chances of selection via the lottery. In 2025, more than 6,000 runners from 80 nationalities enjoyed an unforgettable experience. Are you ready to live yours?
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Salardú
Salardú
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What to bring
Closed shoes suitable for trail running
Pack (or similar) destined to transport mandatory equipment throughout the race
Mobile phone (smartphone MANDATORY) with international roaming, Livetrail app installed and activated
Personal beaker 15 cl minimum
Minimum 1.5l water reserve
2 torches in good working order with spare cells/batteries
Survival bag or emergency bivvy bag (min 2.0m x 0.9m)
Whistle
Food reserve (recommendation: 800kcal)
Jacket with hood, waterproof and breathable membrane, min 10,000 mm water column, heat-sealed seams
Long-sleeve thermal layer (cotton excluded) min 180g
Long-legged trousers or race leggings OR combination of legging and socks covering legs completely
Waterproof trouser cover
Cap or bandana or Buff
Warm and water-proof gloves
On the day
Before you enter
Other questions
The event takes place from 1 to 5 July 2026.
Yes, it is part of the UTMB World Series and is the European Major.
No qualification is required for this event.
For VDA, assistance is allowed at Bossòst, Salardú, and Arties. For CDH, at Salardú and Arties. For TDL, no assistance is allowed. Pacers are not allowed.
Entry fee
Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.Salardú, Spain
Expected July 2027
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