The 10,000 of El Soplao 2026

Head to the charming village of Cabezón de la Sal, in the heart of sublime and wild Cantabria 🇪🇸. This challenge demands astronomical distances and cumulative elevation gains that will make you dizzy. Your body will have to tackle endless mountain passes and withstand historically fickle weather if you hope to survive this colossal challenge! ⏱️

The dirt, rock, or asphalt track propels you into scenery of untamed beauty, a true green paradise in northern Spain. Your effort will take you through misty valleys, dense oak forests, and over ascents that have become legendary. The immersion forces you to dig deep into your physical and mental reserves to face the clinging mud, the cold, or the rain that very regularly join the party. You’ll get the epic feeling of fighting an intimate battle against nature in landscapes worthy of the Jurassic era 🦖.

Adrenaline saturates the fresh air from the shivering start (traditionally given to the "Thunderstruck" by AC/DC anthem that makes the whole village shake), within a pack of thousands of convicts ready to battle it out. An atmosphere of total togetherness welcomes you on the triumphant return through the crowded streets of Cabezón de la Sal, where total exhaustion often turns into tears of joy 🏅.

Keep one last survival instinct to honor the monumental and comforting Cantabrian gastronomy once you’ve crossed the line. Carry your battered, dirt-covered body to the nearest inn to devour an unmissable cocido montañés (a super hearty stew made with white beans, cabbage, and cured meats) to warm your soul, and finish on a sweet note with a delicious sobao pasiego or a slice of quesada.