Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Where does my adventure start?
What does “reflective vest” mean in the mandatory car equipment?

According to the Camino de Dragones rules, all runners must wear the mandatory night equipment from 7:30 PM to 7:30 AM: mainly a reflective vest or its described substitute. This is for your safety, as you will also run on roads. Being visible can save your life. Each car must carry at least two vests.

At night (7:30 PM – 7:30 AM): a certified reflective vest or garment, a lit headlamp and a red flashing light visible from behind (on the back, arm or backpack).

Failure to wear this equipment will result in penalties.

How do handover points work?

Handover points are fixed and provide basic facilities (like toilets). Most points do not allow sleeping due to capacity, but there will be designated rest areas along the route. Teams decide how to organize themselves.

Which cars are allowed for teams?
  • 3 passenger cars up to 5 seats

  • 2 vehicles with up to 9 seats

  • 1 passenger car with 5 seats + 1 passenger car with 7–9 seats

Minibuses, buses, and caravans are not allowed.
Two cars per team are recommended for comfort.

How do the two cars per team work?

The team is divided into two groups: the first group runs the initial legs while the second waits at the exchange point where the first group finishes, in order to swap roles.

Ex: In a team divided into two subgroups of 6 people, van 1 runs legs 1-6, and van 2 waits at the start of leg 7 to run 6 more legs, where they will meet van 1 again. If using cars with lower capacity, the team is divided according to the number of available seats.

When can team cars arrive at the handover parking lot?

No earlier than 20 minutes before the runner’s expected arrival.

How should team cars be marked during the race?

All team cars must be clearly marked with the parking card provided in the starter pack. The driver’s phone number must also be visible.

Will there be refreshment points provided by the organizer?

There is no general system. Refreshments are managed by partners and local organizers. Teams are mainly responsible for food and drinks.

Is the race route marked?

No: only critical points are signposted. Each team must navigate using GPS and a phone. Teams will receive maps for each leg with QR codes and access to the official Camino de Dragones app.

We recommend downloading the mapy.com app and an offline map of Catalonia.

How do I register other team members?

Go to “Captain Section”, open “Runners” and click “Add Runner”. Fill in the member’s details and click “Save and exit”. Repeat for each member and confirm by Thursday 22 April 2027.

What is the minimum number of runners?

Minimum 9, maximum 12 runners per team.

How many kilometres will each runner run?

It depends on the number of team members. With 12 runners, each runs approximately 30 km.

What fitness level is recommended?

We recommend being able to run 10 km on flat terrain in 60 minutes or less.

What does the entry fee include?
Can team members pay individually?

No, the team must pay the full fee at once, using the team name as a reference.

Are there participation restrictions?
  • Recommended time: 10 km ≤ 60 min

  • Aged 18 to 65 (or 16–17 with signed consent, a medical certificate and their parent or guardian on the same team, daytime legs only)

  • General good fitness

What if a runner gets injured?

Another team member continues the leg from the exact point where they stopped, without anyone running two legs in a row, and the injured runner does not run again. Call the organisation’s phone straight away; in an emergency, call 112 first (Rules 8 and 9).

Can we decide the running order?

Yes, the captain sets it on the website by Monday 24 May 2027 at 23:59.

  • No runner can run two legs in a row.

  • Each runner runs at least 2 legs.

Can runners be accompanied by bike?

No. Every leg is run on foot (Rule 29). Other runners from the team may run alongside in any leg, as long as they don’t act as pacers. Legs 15 to 18 are run in pairs, at night and for safety (Rule 7).

When will the final race route be known?

The route is published on the Routes page. It may change due to municipal permits, health restrictions or weather conditions. Any changes will be communicated as soon as they are known.

Do we have to set the runner order before registration?

No, it can be updated until Monday 24 May 2027 at 23:59.

What is the “non-running captain”?

A role for teams whose captain provides logistical support (driver, coach, etc.) but does not run.

Does the whole team need to be present at the start?

No, only the captain (or their deputy) needs to be at Vallter 2000 on Friday 11 June 2027, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, to hand in the signed declarations and collect the starter pack. It’s also a chance to meet us and chat with the organisers.

For questions: info@caminodedragones.es