Tenerife Bluetrail, Spain’s highest mountain race, gathers 3,200 athletes from 63 countries, starting on March 27, 2025, at 09:00 pm.
Tenerife Bluetrail, the highest mountain race in Spain, has gathered 3,200 athletes from 63 countries who, divided across ten race categories, started on March 27, 2025, at 9:00 PM.
The fourteenth edition of the race begins tonight at 9:00 PM with the Vertical Night Challenge at the well-known Asomadero in Los Realejos. On Saturday, March 29, the remaining disciplines will take place, including races for children, families, and athletes with disabilities.
The event, organized by the Cabildo through the public company Ideco, is part of the UTMB World Series, the most prestigious trail running circuit in the world.
This year, the race introduces several new features, such as a revised schedule for the 24k, which will be held as a semi-night event for the first time, and a modified 73k route within the Teide National Park. This edition represents a logistical challenge for the island, due to the participation of 3,200 runners from 63 countries, and the international attention drawn by this extra-sporting event. More than 700 staff members are ensuring that this unique, sustainable race becomes a success. Every year, the Tenerife Bluetrail attracts more elite athletes.
Race Details
The 14th edition of the race kicks off tonight at 21:00 with the Vertical Night Challenge at the well-known Asomadero in Los Realejos. On Saturday, March 29, the remaining disciplines will follow, including races for children, families, and athletes with disabilities.
The event, organized by the Cabildo through the public company Ideco, is part of the UTMB World Series, the world’s leading trail running circuit.
This year’s edition introduces several new features, such as an adjusted schedule for the 24k, which will be held as a semi-night event for the first time, and a modified route for the 73k through the Teide National Park. With 3,200 participants from 63 countries, this edition represents a major logistical challenge for the island, drawing international attention as an event that transcends sports. More than 700 staff members ensure that this unique, sustainable race becomes a success. Each year, the Tenerife Bluetrail attracts more elite athletes.
Race Statistics
Of the 3,200 registered athletes, 23% are women, representing an increase compared to last year. The race offers ten categories, with four opportunities to earn Running Stones toward qualification for the prestigious Hoka UTMB® Mont-Blanc in Chamonix, France. The categories include distances of 110 km (4 Running Stones), 73 km (3 Running Stones), 47 km (2 Running Stones) and 24 km (1 Running Stone).
Other disciplines include the 47 km relay, the Vertical Night Challenge (3.5 km), and special races for children, families, and adaptive athletes on Saturday, March 29 at 10:00.
Over 700 people are involved in organization, logistics, and safety. There are 14 aid stations providing, among others, 18,400 liters of water, 2,800 liters of sports drinks, and nearly 3,000 kg of fruit. With the support of Näak, athletes also receive thousands of energy bars and cookies. More than 200 volunteers assist with tasks such as participant registration, aid station support, and transportation logistics.
Elite Runners
The Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB attracts 90 elite international athletes. In the 110k, notable names include Tom Evans, Dmitry Mityaev, and Tofol Castanyer. In the women’s category, contenders include Ekaterina Mityaeva, Marie-Luise Muhlhuber, and Claire Bannwarth.
In the 73k, favorites include Emily Hanwgood (Zimbabwe), Rosa Lara Feliu, Miguel Heras (Spain), Thibaut Garrivier (France), and Jordi Gamito (Spain).
The 47k is highly competitive with athletes such as Roberto Delorenzi, Andreu Simón, Yoel de Paz, and Fran Anguitaamong the men, and Julia Font, Ikram Rharsalla, Sheila Avilés, Mireia Pons, and Marta Pérez Maroto among the women.
In the 24k, the participation of South African Toni Maccann draws special attention, alongside local favorites Moana Lilly Kehres and Cristofer Clemente.
Ultra Trail® Village
Environmental respect remains crucial to the Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB. The organization has implemented measures such as waste separation, monitoring of environmental regulations, mandatory rubber tip protectors for trekking poles, and reusable signage. More than 25% of runners have contributed to the Tenerife Renace reforestation project.
The race is broadcast live worldwide via UTMB® Live, Televisión Canaria, DAZN, France’s L’Équipe, America’s Outside Watch, and China’s iQIYI Sports. Eight commentators, drones, and camera teams ensure extensive coverage.
Bib number pickup and the Ultra Trail® Village take place this year at Lago Martiánez in Puerto de la Cruz. From Thursday, March 27 to Saturday, March 29, the expo welcomed 10,000 visitors. Entry to this fair, featuring 40 standsrelated to sports, nutrition, and health, was free of charge.
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