Weserbergland Backyard 2026

At Weserbergland Backyard in Höxter, Germany, runners start at 10:00 AM for a road ultra with a straightforward rule: complete a 6.706 km lap every hour and finish it before the next hour starts. This distance is 4.167 miles, precisely one twenty-fourth of a marathon, meaning anyone still running after 24 laps has covered 100 miles. The race is located in the Weserbergland region and follows the Backyard Ultra format, prioritizing recovery, nutrition, and preparation for the next lap over sheer speed. The event is popular, with registration filling quicker than in previous years; one edition sold out shortly after entries opened. The organizer, Markus, requested no emails about a waiting list due to 35 inquiries, as none was planned. TuS Ovenhausen 1924 e.V. Laufbewerbe organizes the event, with an entry fee of 22 euros. Past results and photos provide a record of earlier editions for returning participants.