La Minor Romànica Navàs 27K 2027

A Sunday morning among forests, farmhouses and Romanesque hermitages: La Minor Romànica Navàs 27K is the most direct way to discover the trails of Central Catalonia on foot. It leaves Navàs early in the morning and mixes paths and tracks with moderate climbing, ideal for running or walking at a good pace while enjoying the scenery. General information: - Date: Sunday 2027-05-09. - Start: 08:00 from Passeig Ramon Vall, Navàs, which is also the finish. - Distance: 27 km (the official description says 26 km) with about 700 m of elevation gain. - Format: on foot, walking or running. - Aid stations: 4. - It is organised by the La Romànica Navàs team, with special prices for CEN members. - The minimum age is 14, accompanied by an adult and with a signed authorisation for minors. - You must have read and accepted the rules before race day. Why it is special: - It lets you discover the Romanesque heritage of the GR-176 in a single morning. - The moderate climbing makes it accessible to recreational runners and fit walkers. - There is a prize for the first finishers, so it has a competitive edge too. - The atmosphere in Navàs over the weekend is a celebration of mountain sport. Course: It covers about 27 km with 700 m of elevation gain, on trails, forest tracks and country lanes around Navàs. The track is available as a GPX file and on Wikiloc, so you can study it before the race. There are 4 aid stations along the course. The La Romànica Navàs routes follow the GR-176, the Ruta de les Vint Ermites, past Romanesque hermitages, farmhouses, forest tracks and country lanes in Central Catalonia. Timetable: The start is on Sunday 2027-05-09 at 08:00. Checkpoint times and the time limit will be set out in the 2027 rules. There is no start corral by finishing time: everyone starts from Passeig Ramon Vall in Navàs. Registration and prices: - Christmas offer: €25 (until 2027-01-18). - CEN members: €28. - Others: €30. A technical t-shirt is included. Registration is on the official website, laromanicanavas.cat. Bib pickup: the organiser will announce the 2027 place and times, most likely in Navàs near the start. There is no expo, but the whole weekend has a great atmosphere in the village, with several events on foot and by bike. Services: - 4 aid stations on the course. - Technical t-shirt. - GPX and Wikiloc track available. - Prize for the first finishers. - The 2027 rules will detail the other services. Getting there and accommodation: Navàs lies in the heart of Central Catalonia, between Manresa and Berga, with good access via the C-16 road. Race weekend is a great excuse to stay in the area, explore its Romanesque heritage and enjoy the local food before or after the effort. Tips: - Download the track and carry it on your watch. - Wear trail shoes with good grip for the paths. - Have breakfast early: the start is at 08:00. - If you are racing for time, save energy for the last kilometres back to Navàs. Bib exchange: the organiser has not yet published the 2027 conditions on name changes, bib changes or refunds, so do not assume a place can be transferred. No official waiting lists have been announced either. Alternatives to get a bib: register early, taking advantage of the Christmas offer until 2027-01-18, and join the waiting list on Bibready with a bib alert. If the organiser allows name changes, a bib exchange on Bibready will be possible within the official deadlines. FAQ: - When is it? On 2027-05-09 at 08:00. - How long is it? About 27 km with 700 m of elevation gain. - Can I walk it? Yes, you can walk or run. - Is there a track? Yes, as GPX and on Wikiloc. - How much does it cost? From €25 with the Christmas offer.