Volda Bakgårdsultra 2026

Volda Bakgårdsultra is a capped backyard ultra held at SpareBank 1-hallen by Volda Stadion in Volda, Norway, during October. Participants begin a 6.7 km loop on the hour, every hour, with a maximum of 12 rounds. Completing a lap within the hour allows entry into the next start; finishing all 12 rounds totals 80.4 km, equivalent to the 50-mile ultra distance. The format emphasizes the clock alongside the distance, as each lap incorporates running time and remaining recovery time before the subsequent hour. The venue provides indoor common areas, changing rooms, and spectator space, beneficial for Volda’s October climate, which typically sees temperatures between 6-14°C with frequent rain. The inaugural event took place at Volda Stadion, drawing a largely regional field from areas including Volda, Ørsta, Ålesund, Hareid, Syvde, Velledalen IL, Volda Turn og IL, and Volda Brann og Redning.