MessengerLISBOA BACKYARD ULTRA
- Sat, September 26, 2026
- 80 €
- 1 race
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
Lisboa Backyard Ultra is an ultramarathon race taking place on September 26, 2026, in Monsanto Park, Lisbon. The race consists of consecutive laps of 6,706 meters (4.167 miles) each to be completed within one hour, with the remaining time used for recovery before the next lap.
The event is open to all participants and follows the unique Backyard Ultra format where the last runner to complete a lap is the winner. Monsanto Park, one of the largest urban forest parks in Europe, offers a natural and scenic setting for this mentally and strategically challenging race.
The race atmosphere is intense and competitive, focusing on endurance and mental strength, with support allowed only in the start/finish zone and strict rules on pacing and assistance.
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Start/finish locations: Single zone at Monsanto Park, Lisbon
Start times per category/distance: Each lap starts exactly 1 hour after the previous lap
Timing method: Lap timing optional; official timer at start/finish zone
Toilets and aid station placement: Restrooms available at the event site; potable water available for refilling bottles
Parking and shuttle details:
Drop bag policy: Participants may bring their own small or medium tents in the start/finish area; space allocated by arrival order
Prizes: Winner receives 100% credit for next Lisboa Backyard Ultra; all participants receive a memento of the event
Location
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Backyard Ultra
Benefits
🥤 Potable water available at the event site for refilling hydration containers
🛟 Medical support on site with authority to remove runners if necessary
📸 Photographs taken during the event and later shared on official platforms
🏆 Winner receives credit for next edition; all participants receive a keepsake
