Are you a sports lover looking for new challenges in amazing natural settings? Girona awaits you with 13 sporting races in 2025 that will push your limits while you enjoy spectacular landscapes. From marathons and trail running to mountain biking and triathlons, discover the events that make Girona an active paradise you can’t miss.
Girona and its surroundings have become a favorite destination for athletes looking to challenge their limits in an unparalleled natural environment. From marathons to high-level MTB and triathlon events, the 2025 sports calendar is full of opportunities for the most active. Here we present a selection of the most outstanding races you can’t miss this year.
Some of these events have already passed, but keep an eye out next year as they will take place around similar dates.
Girona Greenways Marathon
Date: April 26, 2025
For running enthusiasts, the Girona Greenways Marathon offers four categories: marathon (42.195 km), 30 km, half marathon (21.0975 km), and 10 km. This event crosses old railway lines converted into green paths, allowing runners to enjoy a spectacular natural environment while testing their endurance.
The Traka
Dates: May 1-4, 2025
Considered one of Europe’s most important gravel events, The Traka is a two-wheeled adventure that attracts cyclists from around the world. Girona is known for its diverse gravel routes, and this competition promises unmatched challenges and landscapes.
RunThrough Girona Trail
Dates: May 23-24, 2025
If trail running is your passion, this race through the trails of the Rocacorba Massif will make you feel fully connected with nature. With distances of 103 km, 48 km, and 26.2 km, the race combines the best natural scenery with Girona’s urban charm. The start and finish are located at Parc de la Devesa.
Canyon Girona Gravel Ride
Date: August 2, 2025
For gravel cyclists, this 79.4 km event offers a route through Girona’s rural roads and forest trails. It’s ideal for those seeking a challenging biking experience while enjoying the region’s varied landscapes.
MTB Classic Sea Otter Europe
Dates: September 20-21, 2025
Sea Otter Europe is an internationally renowned cycling festival, and its MTB Classic event is a unique opportunity for mountain bike lovers. With courses adapted to different levels, this competition is a must for those wanting to test their skills on the bike.
La Tramun SingleTrackMarathon
Date: September 21, 2025
If you’re looking for an extreme MTB challenge, La Tramun is the perfect choice. Known for its demanding technical trail routes, this race challenges even the most experienced cyclists.
CM Girona Trail
Date: October 25, 2025
This trail offers three distances: 51 km, 22.5 km, and 13.2 km. Its course runs through mountain trails and rural roads around Girona, offering spectacular views and a mix of terrains to test your endurance and technique.
Other notable events around Girona
La Santa Vall (Sant Gregori)
Dates: February 15-16, 2025
An event for endurance cyclists seeking to challenge themselves on varied terrain.
La Santa Vall is a multi-stage gravel festival that covers the best paths of the Vall de Llémena. Over two days, participants enjoy a unique experience combining sport, nature, and community.
The event consists of three demanding stages designed to challenge cyclists and immerse them in stunning landscapes. It’s a perfect opportunity to connect with other gravel enthusiasts and discover Girona’s beauty on two wheels.
UCI Continental Series Europe - Supercup MTB
Dates: February 22-23, 2025
This international-level MTB event brings together elite cyclists on a challenging course.
Girona and its surroundings are the ideal setting for sports and adventure lovers. Whether you’re passionate about running, cycling, triathlon, or trail running, there is a wide variety of events to challenge your limits and enjoy spectacular landscapes. Get your running shoes or bike ready and dare to live these unforgettable experiences!
Spanish Triathlon Championship (Banyoles)
Dates: July 12-13, 2025
Banyoles hosts the country’s best triathlon clubs in a sprint-format competition promising strong emotions for both participants and spectators.
La Desfrenada (Besalú)
Date: September 11, 2025
An MTB race through spectacular landscapes in the Besalú area.
This MTB race offers two routes to suit different levels and ages. The short circuit, between 20 and 25 km, has low technical difficulty, ideal for all participants. The long circuit, between 30 and 35 km, presents a higher technical challenge for MTB lovers and demanding trails.
The event is committed to providing a unique experience in a spectacular setting.
OncoBike (Sant Gregori)
Date: October 18, 2025
OncoBike is a charity MTB team event aimed at raising funds for the Integral Oncological Aesthetic Service, which helps cancer patients minimize side effects on skin and mucous membranes.
The event offers 200 km and 120 km routes, perfect for enjoying the natural surroundings. Teams of four to six cyclists can take turns during the race. A minimum donation of 500 euros per team and a registration fee of 65 euros per person are required.
Marxa BTT Land (Sarrià de Ter)
Date: October 5, 2025
For MTB lovers, this march in Sarrià de Ter is an excellent choice to enjoy technical and challenging routes.
If you are planning to attend any of these sports races, don’t hesitate to stay in one of our apartments. There you will find the perfect place to relax before the event and rest right after while enjoying all that the city has to offer in terms of cultural plans, restaurants in Girona, cafes, and more.