The perfect opportunity for the whole family to enjoy mountain sports
The race will take place in Teror on March 7th
The 27th edition of The North Face Transgrancanaria will take place from March 4th to 8th, featuring eight categories adapted to all types of runners. One of the most special races will be the Family Trail, an event designed for families to share a unique experience while practicing outdoor sports. The race will be held in the municipality of Teror with start and finish in front of the basilica of the Marian Town.
A race designed for all family members
The Family Trail represents an opportunity for children to have fun in the mountains alongside their family members. With a 5-kilometer route, this category is perfectly adapted for families to enjoy trail running in an idyllic environment for sports practice and togetherness.
The event, which will take place on Saturday, March 7th, 2026 at 10:00 AM, will share the route with the renewed Short (formerly known as Youth), adding a festive and family atmosphere to the event. Additionally, this experience helps foster important values in children such as personal achievement and respect for nature, turning each step of the route into a life lesson shared as a family.
The race organization offers a special discount to families residing in the Canary Islands to experience firsthand this celebration of family sports in an incomparable setting. Registration remains open and can be completed through the link https://www.rockthesport.com/
Gran Canaria, world epicenter of Trail running
The North Face Transgrancanaria 2026 already has more than 4,800 confirmed athletes, demonstrating the international appeal of a race that transcends borders. With race numbers for the Marathon and Promo already sold out, the remaining categories show high registration percentages. To date, there are registered participants from 67 different nationalities, highlighting nearly 300 athletes from France and the United Kingdom, although the event also attracts athletes from all continents, with runners from countries such as the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, China, Japan, India, New Zealand, and Indonesia.
The North Face Transgrancanaria is a race organized by Arista Eventos with sponsorship from institutions including the Cabildo de Gran Canaria, through Turismo de Gran Canaria and the Instituto Insular de Deportes; the Government of the Canary Islands with Islas Canarias Latitud de Vida; the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria City Council through the Instituto Municipal de Deportes de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria; the Teror City Council, the Santa Lucía de Tirajana City Council, and the Tejeda City Council. It also has the support of companies The North Face, Hospitales Universitarios San Roque, Lopesan Hotel Group, ExpoMeloneras, 226ERS, Fred. Olsen Express, Sonocom Audiovisuales, and Aguas de Teror.
