Tenerife by UTMB

Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB is a mountain running event shaped by the volcanic character and striking contrasts of Tenerife. The race environment rises from the coast toward Teide, Spain’s highest peak and one of the world’s great volcanoes, giving runners a rare journey through landscapes that change dramatically over the course of the experience. The longer routes traverse Teide National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where rock formations, volcanic summits and jagged lava fields create a highly technical and memorable setting. The event is known for combining demanding terrain with exceptional scenery. Runners can move from coastal tracks into rugged volcanic ground, climb through lava-sculpted slopes, take in views across the island, and then descend through pine and laurel forests toward the winding paths of the north coast. One of its signature natural features is the “sea of clouds,” a phenomenon formed by the trade winds that can appear from higher ground like a calm white ocean below the summit. After fourteen editions, Tenerife Bluetrail by UTMB has earned a reputation as one of Europe’s notable mountain races and an iconic goal for many athletes. Its appeal is not limited to elite runners: the event is presented as a broad mountain-running experience for amateur and professional participants of different ages and physical conditions, including dedicated categories for athletes with functional diversity. The source describes the race as “magical,” a reflection of its combination of volcanic terrain, island panoramas, ecological variety and inclusive sporting spirit.