Barrika Pirata Trail 2027

Cliffs above the Bay of Biscay, hidden coves and paths through meadows with the sea always in sight: the Barrika Pirata Trail follows the coast of Barrika, in Uribe Kosta (Bizkaia), on a gentle and spectacular morning of trail running. With its pirate name and festive atmosphere, it is one of those small races that win you over: friendly, beautiful and perfect for running by the sea. General information: - Date: Sunday 2027-05-09. The 4th edition was held on Sunday 2026-05-10, so 2027 would be the 5th. - Distance: 13.22 km with 277 m of elevation gain and the same of descent. - Maximum altitude: 130 m. - Difficulty: moderate. - Start: according to the 2025 rules, the running race started at 09:30 from Barrika. - Time limit: 2 hours 30 minutes for the running race. - Organiser: Deika, sponsored by Barrika Town Council. - Minimum age: 13, accompanied by an adult and with parental permission. - There is also a non-competitive walking option, with a 4-hour time limit. Why it is special: - The course follows the Uribe Kosta coast, with views of the Bay of Biscay almost all the way. - The atmosphere is festive: a txoripan (chorizo roll) at the finish and a prize draw for all participants. - You can take the metro to Plentzia and then a free shuttle bus to the Barrika fronton. - The top ten men and women receive gifts, handed out as they arrive to avoid waiting. - Race photos and videos can be downloaded for free on Facebook. Course: a 13.22 km circuit with 277 m of elevation gain, on coastal paths and trails around Barrika, with a maximum altitude of 130 m. There are aid stations on the course and at the finish. Courses and tracks are published on the registration platforms. Timetable: according to the 2025 rules, the running race started at 09:30 and the walk at 09:40. The shuttle bus ran from Plentzia metro station from 08:00 to 09:20 and back from 13:00 to 15:00. The organiser will confirm the 2027 times. There is no start corral by finishing time: runners line up by pace. Registration and prices: registration is on RockTheSport and uno.es. In the previous edition the prices were: - €12 until 19 April. - €15 from 20 to 26 April. - €20 from 27 April to 8 May. Entries are always subject to bib availability. There are 100 free entries for Barrika residents: you pay when registering and are refunded after the race. Bib pickup: according to the 2025 rules, the t-shirt, bib and chip could be collected in Bilbao in the two weeks before, in person or through someone else. On race day they can also be collected at Barrika Town Hall until half an hour before each start. There is no expo, but the village enjoys a lively race morning. Services: - Chip-timed bib and instant results on uno.es. - Official t-shirt. - Prize draw. - Aid on the course and at the finish, plus a final txoripan. - Showers and changing rooms at the Barrika football grounds. - Bag storage at the fronton. - Shuttle bus from Plentzia metro. - Free photos and videos. - Civil liability and accident insurance. Tips: use the metro and shuttle bus to avoid parking problems. Wear trail shoes with good grip, as the coastal paths can be damp. Bib exchange: the rules do not cover a name change or bib change; they only allow someone else to collect your race pack. Do not assume a place can be transferred. The only official waiting lists are those for the free places for Barrika residents. Alternatives to get a bib: register before 19 April for the best price and join the waiting list on Bibready with a bib alert. If the organiser accepts name changes, a bib exchange on Bibready will be possible. FAQ: - When is it? On 2027-05-09. - How long is it? 13.22 km with 277 m of elevation gain. - What is the time limit? 2 h 30 min for runners. - How do I get there? By metro to Plentzia and shuttle bus to Barrika. - Can I transfer my bib? The rules do not provide for it.