21K
Trail
- 1,050mElevation gain
- 16:45hStart
- 4hCut-off
- 748mMax altitude
For those chasing one of the toughest, most technical mountain half marathons in the area. Four aid stations and the Santuari de Foix at the halfway point.
When the night begins
21.11.2026
Torrelles de Foix
10th edition
The race
Starts in daylight. Finishes at night.
The Cursafosca is a one-of-a-kind semi-nocturnal mountain race in the heart of the Penedès, just a step away from Barcelona. With three routes for every level (12K, 14K and 21K), it pairs the beauty of nature with the adrenaline of trail running on demanding terrain, as daylight gives way to darkness across the landscapes of Torrelles de Foix.
Get ready to feel nature like never before.
Routes
Three routes, three adventures.
The Trail: one of the toughest, most technical mountain half marathons in the area. The Cursa: a shorter route with nearly 90% singletrack and the odd technical stretch. And the Caminada: a demanding, magnificent walk for savouring the night in the heart of nature.
14K
Cursa
- 512mElevation gain
- 17:15hStart
- 3hCut-off
- 659mMax altitude
For those who want to run singletrack at night without signing up for a full mountain half marathon. Nearly 90% singletrack and an aid station at the Sanctuary.
12K
Caminada
- 396mElevation gain
- 17:15hStart
- 3:45hCut-off
- 645mMax altitude
For those who want the night, the woods and the Sanctuary without a stopwatch. It is not competitive: you walk it and you enjoy it.
What's included
The bib price covers it all.
- Cursafosca sweatshirtThe official gift, handed to you when you collect your bib at the Casal Torrellenc.
- Finisher's medalFor everyone who crosses the finish line. Trophies for the overall winners and the first in each category.
- Bib with chip timingPersonalised bib with safety pins, plus online results and times.
- Aid stations on the route and at the finishRemember there are no cups: bring your own cup or bottle.
- Sandwich and drink at the finishAnd a welcome with Novell coffee.
- Insurance and ambulanceAccident insurance and a standby ambulance service.
- Physiotherapy serviceAt the finish, to put your legs back where they belong.
- Route photographyThe organisation does not guarantee 100% coverage or the final result.
- Bag dropAt the Casal Torrellenc, where you can leave your belongings.
- Showers and changing roomsAt the Jaume Brichs municipal football ground or the Guerau de Peguera school, opposite one another.
- Prize drawMerrell shoes and sponsors' gifts, drawn among all entrants.
- Car and campervan parkingIn Torrelles de Foix, close to the start.
Note: all services included in the entry fee are subject to availability.
Special prize: a Moonlight Noctia headlamp for the first man and first woman in the Trail 21K.
Prices
Same as before, but cheaper.
| Tier | Caminada and Cursa | Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Opening – 16 Aug | 27 € | 30 € |
| 17 – 30 Aug | 28 € | 31 € |
| 31 Aug – 8 Nov | 30 € | 33 € |
Registration opens on 10 August at 14:00 and closes on 8 November at 23:59.
Ten years
From 2016 to 2026.
Eleven years, ten editions and just one blank night: 2020.
2016
9 July. The first one: a 15 km Cursa and a 30 km Trail, at the height of summer.
2017
9 September. We move the date to escape the heat; it is still hot at the start. 15 and 26 km.
2018
17 November. The race moves to November and turns properly nocturnal.
2019
16 November. It joins the Lliga Gran Penedès and ARCh MAX arrives as sponsor. 15 and 24 km.
2020
Not held because of COVID.
2021
20 November. Back with a 350-bib limit. 13 and 18 km.
2022
26 November. Quality over quantity: the runner takes centre stage. 341 participants.
2023
25 November. "When the night begins" arrives. 431 entrants.
2024
23 November. The definitive 21K/14K/12K distances and entry into the UTMB Index. 450 entrants.
2025
22 November. Nearly 500 participants: 498. Merrell and Moonlight come on board.
2026
21 November. The tenth. See you in the dark.
The setting
A magical setting. A real commitment.
We make sure our passion for sport and nature leaves a positive footprint on our surroundings.
Riera de Pontons
Media
The archive of the dark.
Every image, every video and every emotion, year after year.
Questions
Got a question?
Can I take part if I'm under 18?
Yes. Under-18s must present a parental consent form, which you can download from this website, and hand it in when collecting your bib.
Are there cups at the aid stations?
No. You won't find cups at the aid stations: bring your own cup or bottle. We recommend carrying at least 1 l of water.
Is a headlamp compulsory?
Yes, for all three routes. It's a semi-nocturnal race and the headlamp keeps you safe. Using your phone's flash as a light source is not allowed.
Can I use poles?
Yes, but you must carry them for the whole race. Starting without poles and then picking them up to use along the route is prohibited.
Can I change distance or pass my bib to someone else?
You can switch to a shorter distance up to one week before the event; moving up to a longer distance is not allowed. Name changes on a bib are also accepted up to one week before. Passing your bib to someone else without telling the organisation means disqualification for both participants and exclusion from future editions.
Do I get a refund if I can't come?
No. The organisation does not refund the entry fee in the event of withdrawal. You can, however, change the name on the bib up to one week before, as long as the new participant meets the entry requirements.
What happens if registration sells out?
The platform opens a waiting list in registration order. If a bib frees up you'll receive an email with a payment link and 48 hours to complete the process. After that, the bib passes to the next person on the list and the move is irreversible.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, pets are allowed on a lead and with the organisation's prior permission.
Are there showers and changing rooms?
Yes, at the Jaume Brichs municipal football ground or the Guerau de Peguera school, opposite one another. There is also a bag drop at the Casal Torrellenc.
Where can I park?
There is parking for cars and for campervans in Torrelles de Foix.
Will the roads be closed?
No. The roads crossing the routes remain open to traffic, but marshals are posted at the key points so you can cross safely. Always follow the organisation's instructions.
Can I run with music?
Only with headphones and only when it's safe. Take them off when crossing any road and when approaching checkpoints and aid stations, and keep noise cancellation switched off.
What happens if I drop litter on the route?
Dropping litter outside the designated areas means immediate disqualification. We run through a landscape we want to leave exactly as we found it.
What if the race is called off?
The organisation reserves the right to cancel the event at any point before the start if participants' safety is at risk due to weather or external factors. In that case there is no refund, but you receive the gifts tied to your registration (sweatshirt, finisher's medal and sponsors' gifts) on the day itself, at the bib collection point.
All the small print is in the rules. Registration queries: [email protected]. Organisation queries: [email protected].