Bizkaia Kopa Trail 2026 in Lezama: dates, events and prices

Plan your race pace

The Bizkaia Kopa Trail will hold a new stage in Lezama on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026, with 10- and 20-kilometer options. The day includes mountain races, noncompetitive walks and a canicross event, making the program broader than a single race for runners.

The event is scheduled to start at 9 a.m., and published entry fees range from 11 to 20 euros depending on the event, with Txakurkros priced at 17 euros. Available information associates the event with Larrabetzu while listing Lezama as the location; specific course details and other logistical information should be confirmed with the organizers.

A mountain event on Nov. 21

The announced date is Nov. 21, 2026, a fall Saturday when the race calendar moves from the city to the trails of Bizkaia. The event is part of the Bizkaia Kopa Trail, a popular mountain-running circuit that, according to published information, consists of six stages spread throughout the year.

The day is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. That time offers a starting point for planning travel, although it is worth checking whether organizers will stagger starts by distance or event. Available details do not specify bib pickup times, when the start area opens or the precise location of the meeting point.

The event’s name may cause some uncertainty about the host municipality: some listings present it as an event in Larrabetzu, but the location provided for this edition is Lezama. The town and date are central details of the event; no specific start or finish address is provided to identify the meeting place more precisely.

A stage in the Bizkaia Kopa Trail

The Lezama event is part of a popular mountain-running league with six stages. That format extends competition across the season and makes each event part of a broader ranking. Available information describes individual and team categories, but does not provide the full rules or scoring system.

Competitive events include individual men’s and women’s rankings, as well as veteran categories for men and women. Team results and an overall ranking with those divisions are also mentioned. To find out age ranges, how teams are formed or what criteria apply in a tie, participants need to consult the edition’s specific rules.

The circuit combines competition with noncompetitive ways to take part. That distinction matters: not everyone enters with the same goal. Some people may want to compete and test their performance, while others can explore the mountain on foot without making the result the focus.

Two distances and several ways to take part

The main distances announced are 10 and 20 kilometers. Both are offered as trail races and mountain walks, so choosing a distance alone does not identify the event: participants must distinguish between running for a competitive ranking and completing the route on foot without competing.

The 10-kilometer race may suit someone new to mountain running or looking for a shorter day. The 20-kilometer distance involves a longer outing and more time on natural terrain. Without confirmed information about elevation gain, surface, aid stations or cut-off times, it is not possible to assess the difficulty of either course precisely.

Distance alone does not describe how demanding a mountain race will be. Elevation gain and loss, trail conditions and weather can significantly change how a route feels, even when its length is similar. Those details are not specified in the available reference information, so the published distances should not be mistaken for a complete description of the expected effort.

Trail races, walks and Txakurkros

The competitive program includes 10-kilometer and 20-kilometer trail races and Txakurkros, a race run with a dog. Mountain walks over 10 and 20 kilometers are listed as noncompetitive options. The range brings together runners, walkers and people who exercise with their dogs, although each event has its own entry conditions.

Taking part in Txakurkros with a dog involves requirements not detailed in the published information, such as participation conditions, permitted equipment and on-course safety rules. Before entering, participants choosing this event should review the organizers’ regulations and check what documentation or safeguards are required to protect dogs and other participants.

The walks offer a way to explore the area without competing for a place. Noncompetitive does not mean no preparation is needed: distance, elevation and trail conditions still matter. Since those details have not been provided, the event rules and updated stage information will be the best source for the actual profile of each route.

Entry fees and registration: prices vary by event

Published fees range from 11 to 20 euros. The 10-kilometer walk costs 11 euros and the 20-kilometer walk costs 18 euros. The listed fees for the competitive events are 13 euros for the 10-kilometer trail race and 20 euros for the 20-kilometer race; Txakurkros is priced at 17 euros.

Prices vary by event, not only by distance. That means the starting fee of 11 euros does not represent the cost of every entry. The highest published price is for the 20-kilometer trail race, while the shorter walk is the least expensive option. Fees may change depending on the registration period, so participants should verify the amounts when completing their entry.

Reference information says registration closes at 3 p.m. on Nov. 19, 2026, and entries made during event week do not include an offer available at other times. Potential service fees, event changes and refund policies are not detailed here. Those conditions, along with availability, depend on the rules in effect on the registration platform.

Lezama and the event setting

Lezama is listed as the host municipality, in Bizkaia. The event is described as a mountain race, with routes following trails and natural paths in the area. However, available information does not identify the exact start location or provide enough detail to reconstruct the course, so no specific route, junction or access point can be confirmed.

The difference between the name associated with Larrabetzu and the location listed as Lezama makes it important to check the event details before travelling. When events share references to nearby locations, a quick search can lead to confusion over the municipality, parking or meeting point. The start and finish address is not specified in the information reviewed.

For visitors from outside the area, details are also missing about transport, designated parking and services near the start. Participants should not assume that bag storage, showers or aid stations will be available at specific points: those services are not included in the reference information and should be checked in the organizers’ updates.

What is still missing to assess the route

Distance and terrain type offer a first indication, but they are not enough to decide whether a route is suitable for a particular runner. In a trail race, total ascent and descent, the layout of the climbs, technical downhill sections and surface all affect pace and muscular demands. None of those details is specified in the listing reviewed.

The route map, checkpoints, aid stations and cut-off times are also unknown. These details matter for planning and safety, particularly on the longer distance and during a November event. Fall weather can vary, but without a forecast closer to the date, it would be unwise to predict specific conditions on race day.

Once the final rules are published, participants will be able to compare the events more confidently. Until then, it is useful to separate confirmed details — date, municipality, general start time, distances and published prices — from outstanding information such as elevation, the precise route and included services. That distinction prevents an incomplete listing from being treated as a more detailed account than the available facts support.

A mountain day for different paces

The range of events is one of the clearest features of the stage. Participants can choose a shorter race, take on the 20-kilometer distance, walk in the mountains or enter Txakurkros. The same event brings together different sporting goals, so the right choice depends on experience and preparation as well as interest in competition.

The six-stage format adds another dimension for people following the circuit: the event is not an isolated date but part of a season. Still, available information does not explain how the overall ranking is scored or whether participants must enter multiple races to qualify. Those conditions should be checked in the league rules.

With its date and events announced, the Lezama stage offers a reference point for the fall 2026 calendar. Its sporting demands will be clearer once the trail profile and full logistics are available. For now, the most useful planning details are that two distances, competitive options and walks will be offered at different prices at a mountain event scheduled for Nov. 21.