Hiru Txikiak 2026

🏔️ Hiru Txikiak 2026: Challenge your limits in the stunning nature of Ermua!

Hiru Txikiak Trail is a mountain race crossing the villages and mountains around Ermua, featuring 42 km and 27 km distances plus youth and walking categories. Organized by ARTARRAI HIRU TXIKIAK TRAIL, this edition offers a tough challenge with significant elevation gain, perfect for athletes in good physical condition.

The course starts and finishes in Ermua, ascending the Urko, Oiz, and Egoarbitza mountains. About 90% of the route is mountain trails and 10% asphalt, with strict signage to ensure safety and environmental care. The race is semi-self-sufficient with six aid stations providing food and drinks; athletes must bring their own drinking containers.

🏔️ Races

• Trail 42 km – ±42 km · Start 09:00 · Cutoff 9h · Elevation gain 2106 m
• Walking 42 km (non-competitive) – ±42 km · Start 08:00 · Cutoff 10h · Elevation gain 2106 m
• Trail 27 km – ±27 km · Start 10:00 · Cutoff 5h · Elevation gain 1500 m
• Youth Trail – ±12 km · Start 11:00 · Cutoff 4h · Elevation gain 560 m

⏰ Schedule

• 18/09/2026 (Friday): 18:00-20:30 – Bib pickup at Ermua Market Square
• 19/09/2026 (Saturday): 07:00-07:30 – Bib pickup for walking 08:00 – Walking 42 km start 08:30 – Bib pickup for Trail 42 km 09:00 – Trail 42 km start 09:30 – Bib pickup for Youth Trail 10:00 – Trail 27 km start 11:00 – Youth Trail start 18:00 – Awards ceremony

🎽 Registration includes Digital roadbook, race participation, accident and liability insurance, medical assistance during the race, access to aid stations, runner's bag, baggage service, showers, post-race meal, and sponsor gift raffle.

🏆 Prizes Trophies and txapelas for top 3 male and female finishers in Trail 42 km and 27 km, awards for best locals and veterans (40+), youth prizes, and special Memorial Alberdi award for fastest Urko segment. A €500 cash prize for the 42 km race record is also offered.

🏅 Circuit Independent event.

🚀 Don’t miss this unique chance to challenge yourself in an incredible natural setting! Register now and get ready for an unforgettable experience in Ermua! 🏔️