Pilis Szent Keresztje 20 2026

Pilisszentkereszt provides the setting for this event, with the Pilis hills lending their name and New Year's Eve approaching. Pilis Szent Keresztje 20 is structured more as a performance tour than a demanding race. It began with the stated goal of establishing a tradition around "walking the last of the year and the first of the new year." This type of unusual, festive nighttime event becomes more understandable after pinning on a number in the cold and setting out. The operational flow is straightforward: arrive registered, maintain forward motion, and be aware the finish closes at 04:00, though there is no time limit in the conventional race sense. The event also accommodates participants under 14 and individuals with disabilities through reduced entry fees, extending its appeal beyond the typical timed competitors. There are no safety marshals on the course, and "everyone participates at their own risk," contributing to its traditional, self-reliant touring character.