Villaverde Hosts the 2025 Escanfraga Trail on September 7
Event Overview
Athletes will once again traverse the natural surroundings of Escanfraga, framed by the distinctive volcanic landscape of the town. The Escanfraga Trail 2025 returns to Villaverde on Sunday, 7 September, marking the sixth edition of the race. Three distinct formats will be offered:
- The “Challenge” – 24 km with a 1,400 m elevation gain
- The “Short Race” – 10 km with a 320 m climb
- The “Hiking” category – 10 km with a 320 m climb
The mountain adventure is organized by Club Deportivo Cotitrail in collaboration with the Ayuntamiento de La Oliva, through the Sports Department led by Gleiber Carreño and the Tourism & Environment Department headed by David Fajardo. Participants will compete in a sporting test where the landscape itself takes centre stage.
Quotes from Officials
“The Escanfraga Trail is back—a race that stands out for being set in a unique environment, the natural space of Villaverde’s mountains. We are proud to see this competition revived and to continue its sixth edition,” said Isaí Blanco, Mayor of La Oliva.
“This race perfectly reflects our commitment to promote events that combine what we do best: sport and the care of our natural surroundings,” explained Gleiber Carreño, Councilor for Sports.
“Under the banner of Tourism and Sport, we are moving further by adopting a perspective where environmental awareness becomes the focal point for future competitions in the municipality,” added David Fajardo, Councilor for Tourism and Environment.
Registration Details
Bib collection will be available on Friday, 5 September at Cotifit (Calle 3 de Abril de 1979, 28, El Cotillo) from 11:00 to 13:00 and again from 16:00 to 19:00. It will also be open on Saturday, 6 September at the Villaverde town square from 16:00 to 20:00.
Don’t miss this sporting rendez‑vous in the municipality of La Oliva.