Subida a la Fuente del Sapo takes place on Sat, Aug 29, 2026 in El Algar, Spain. The main route is 10 km.
- Date
- Sat, Aug 29, 2026
- Start
- El Algar 🇪🇸
- Distance
- 10 km
- Level
- Open to all
The XXXI Cross Subida a la Fuente del Sapo is an established running race held in El Algar, Cartagena, featuring a signature 9.960 km main course that includes an iconic climb to the Fuente del Sapo.
Official event pageWhat this race demands
This 10 km running race requires maintaining a hard effort over an undulating course in late August heat. Athletes must pace the iconic climb to the Fuente del Sapo without blowing up early.
Climbing Capacity
The signature climb to the Fuente del Sapo requires sustained aerobic power and muscular endurance to ascend efficiently.
Heat Management
Holding an aggressive 10 km pace in late August in El Algar, Spain, demands effective thermoregulation and hydration management.
Pacing Discipline
Because the course features a notable ascent mid-race, runners must pace the initial kilometers conservatively to finish strongly.
What would it take you?
Pick the level closest to yours for an estimate of finish time on this course and the training a solid preparation needs.
Estimated finish
0:50–1:00
Peak-week training
5–7 h/week
A model estimate from distance, climbing and level, not a promise. Conditions, drafting and pacing move it.
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