The 'cursa negra', the most demanding route with 30 km and 1,500 m of positive elevation gain, returns after the pandemic and is open to participants aged 18 and over. Registrations can be completed until Friday, November 13th, at 3 PM via the website www.vandekames.cat or in person on race day if bibs are still available.
Organized by the Centre Cultural, Esportiu i Recreatiu de Vandellòs (CCERV) and the Centre Excursionista Serres del Mestral, with the collaboration of the Ajuntament de Vandellòs i l'Hospitalet de l'Infant and support from the Departament d’Esports de la Generalitat de Catalunya, the Vandekames will offer four different circuits: the 'cursa vermella' (18 km, 1,000 m positive elevation gain, for ages 14+), the 'cursa i caminada blava' (12.2 km, 740 m positive elevation gain), and the 'caminada groga' (7.1 km, 253 m positive elevation gain).
The Vandekids, free children's races for ages 4 to 12, will take place in the sports area. As a new feature, families can purchase tickets for the meal and a commemorative t-shirt at the time of registration.
The starting point will be the plaça dels Doctors Gil Vernet from 8 AM, with the finish line located at the sports pavilion and football field area. After the race, there will be the traditional popular 'fideuada' (noodle stew), with a gluten-free option, and all participants will receive a gift bag and a commemorative t-shirt.
The Ajuntament de Vandellòs i l'Hospitalet de l'Infant supports the event with a financial contribution of 5,000 euros, as well as the provision of spaces and logistical material.
