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Lisboa Backyard Ultra

A last-person-standing trail race on an hourly 6.706 km loop inside Lisbon's large Monsanto Forest Park.

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Event dates, entry rules, qualification standards, and course details can change. Always verify current information on the official event website before registering or booking travel.

Event Overview

Listed edition overview
DateSep 26, 2026
LocationMonsanto Forest Park, Lisbon, Portugal
FormatBackyard Ultra
TerrainTrail
RegionEurope
Distance6.706 km per yard
Course modelLoop
Elevation gainApproximately 46 m per yard
CutoffLast person standing
Start8:00 AM Saturday
Field size60 runners
HighlightsUrban Forest, Silver Ticket Event

Course & Terrain

Gently rolling trail loop in Monsanto Forest Park, with all runners starting another 6.706 km yard every hour.

Entry & Logistics

Listed qualification and support details
Registration and feesCheck the official event website for current availability, deadlines, prices, taxes, and refund terms.

Why This Race Matters

Lisboa Backyard Ultra is a useful reference point for runners comparing backyard ultra events. Its format, terrain, and support model shape the kind of preparation required: not just fitness, but pacing discipline, nutrition planning, foot care, and the ability to make good decisions under fatigue.

Planning Notes

  • Practice the exact hourly routine: loop, eat, foot check, bottle refill, and back to the start. The format rewards repeatability.
  • Train for terrain-specific fatigue. Technical trails and mountain courses demand downhill durability, hiking efficiency, and reliable night lighting.
  • The directory marks this as having comparatively simpler logistics. That editorial label is not a safety rating; verify cutoffs, terrain, support, crew access, and withdrawal procedures.

Verification & Sources

Verification scope: the listed edition's date, location, format, and available logistics were checked against the event-specific official sources below during the directory review dated August 19, 2026. Organizers can revise details after review.

  1. Official Lisboa Backyard Ultra site — https://www.lisboabackyardultra.com/en
  2. Official race rules — https://www.lisboabackyardultra.com/en/regulamento
  3. Multiday Running event directory review scope: August 19, 2026.