Costa Brava Stage Run 80K 2027

Three days, three stages and the best of the Costa Brava: the Costa Brava Stage Run 80K runs from Blanes to Colera, near the French border, from 2027-04-16 to 2027-04-18. It is a trail stage race that stays as close to the sea as possible, along the GR92 and the old coastal paths (camins de ronda), with coves, lighthouses, fishing villages and two natural parks, in a format that lets you enjoy the coast while recovering between stages. General information: the race is organised by BiFree Sports and reaches its 9th edition in 2027; the first edition was held in 2018. Participation is individual, the minimum age is 18 and runners must upload a signed waiver and a medical certificate for ultra-endurance stage racing, issued between 2026-04-16 and 2027-04-01, before 2027-04-01. Places are limited to 300 runners across the event. Distance and course: the route covers about 80 km and 3,400 m of elevation gain over three stages. Stage 1 starts in Blanes on 2027-04-16 at 10:30 and finishes in Tossa de Mar, about 22 km past the Marimurtra botanical garden, Lloret de Mar and hidden coves. Stage 2, on 2027-04-17, starts from Canadell beach in Calella de Palafrugell and finishes in L'Estartit, around 30 km past Tamariu, Aiguablava, Sa Riera and the Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter Natural Park. Stage 3, on 2027-04-18, starts in Cadaqués and finishes in Colera after running through the Cap de Creus Natural Park, El Port de la Selva and Llançà. The course is marked with tape and mostly follows the red and white GR92 marks, and a GPS track is sent before the race. Some sections share roads with traffic and the paths are open to other users. Why this race is special: it turns three days on the coast into one big adventure. Every evening you share dinner, the stage awards, the next day's briefing and a video summary with the other runners, and with only 300 places the atmosphere is close and friendly. It is an ideal first stage race for trail runners who want to discover the Costa Brava on foot. Schedule and cut-offs: the first stage starts at 10:30 on 2027-04-16, and the start times of the following stages are announced at the daily briefing. Cut-offs are based on a pace of about 12 min/km and are published on the website; runners who miss a cut-off are disqualified from the stage but can start the next one, although they will not be Finishers. There is no start corral (cajón). Mandatory gear includes 1 litre of liquid capacity, your own cup, a survival blanket, a charged mobile phone, a 500 kcal food reserve and a whistle, plus weather-dependent clothing. Bib pickup: bibs and race documents are collected in person in Blanes with photo ID; the exact time and place are given in the runner's guide. There is no expo. Services: bib and timing, T-shirt and runner's bag, medical service and insurance, aid stations about every 10 km and at each finish, massage after every stage, runner's guide with maps and GPS tracks, luggage transport between stages and a Finisher gift. Prices and registration options: registration (inscripciones) is open from 2026-07-23 to 2027-03-15 or until places run out. The Basic option costs 245 € and includes all race services; you organise your own accommodation, and you can add the bus to the stage 2 and 3 starts (20 €) and dinners (50 €). The Full Experience costs 415 € and also includes hotel nights with dinner and breakfast on 2027-04-16 and 2027-04-17 in a shared double room, plus bus transport to the starts. Extras: return bus to Blanes (30 €), single room (70 €) and a refund guarantee (35 € or 50 €). Without the guarantee you get 75% back until 2027-01-31, 50% in February and 25% until 2027-04-01. Waiting list and alternatives to get a bib: when the race is full, the organiser opens an official waiting list for 30 €, which is deducted from your fee if you get a place or refunded before 2027-04-16. Name changes are allowed until 2027-03-15 by email, so a bib exchange is possible. Join the waiting list on Bibready by activating a bib alert for the Costa Brava Stage Run 80K: on Bibready you can meet runners who can no longer take part and agree a bib exchange, then request the official name change before the deadline. FAQ. When is the Costa Brava Stage Run 80K 2027? From 2027-04-16 to 2027-04-18, starting in Blanes at 10:30. How long is it? About 80 km and 3,400 m D+ in three stages. Where does it finish? In Colera. How much does it cost? 245 € (Basic) or 415 € (Full Experience). Can I change the name on my bib? Yes, until 2027-03-15 by email to the organiser. Is there a waiting list? Yes, the official one for 30 €, and the waiting list on Bibready with a bib alert.