MessengerBenquerenças Backyard Ultra 2026
- Sat, November 14, 2026
- 20 € — 50 €
- 2 races
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The 3rd Benquerenças Backyard Ultra is an ultra-distance running event scheduled for November 14, 2026, in Benquerenças, Castelo Branco, Portugal. This race challenges participants to complete laps of 6.706 km each within one hour, continuing until only one runner remains.
There are two participation options: a 10-lap race totaling approximately 67 km for runners aged 16 and over, and the BY Ultra format for runners aged 18 and over, where the goal is to complete as many laps as possible. The event is part of the official Backyard Ultra calendar, featuring a unique format that tests endurance and strategy.
The course is mostly on dirt terrain with about 90 meters of elevation gain per lap. The race atmosphere emphasizes camaraderie and resilience, with support allowed only in the arena area. Participants must be self-sufficient during laps, and the event includes finisher prizes and awards for the top male and female BY Ultra finishers.
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Age categories/divisions:
• 10 laps: 16 years and older
• BY Ultra: 18 years and older
Start/finish locations: Benquerenças, Castelo Branco
Start times per category/distance: November 14, 2026, at 09:00
Registration deadline: November 10, 2026, at 23:59 or until spots fill
Participants limit:
• 100 for 10 laps
• 100 for BY Ultra
Surface types: Mostly dirt terrain
Course format: Circular lap of 6.706 km with approximately 90 meters elevation gain per lap
Timing method: Total laps completed within one hour per lap; time per lap is informative only
Toilets and aid station placement: Toilets available at start/finish area; liquid aid stations from 3rd lap and solid aid stations from 6th lap
Prizes: Finisher prize for all participants; awards for best male and female in BY Ultra category
Cancellation & refund policy: Cancellations up to October 31, 2026, receive 85% credit for the 2026 edition. No refunds after November 1. Registration transfers are allowed before the deadline.
Location
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Backyard Ultra 67.06 km
Backyard Ultra
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: race souvenir gift
🏅 Finisher prize for all participants
🥤 Aid stations: liquid supplies from 3rd lap, solid food from 6th lap
