Backyard Ultra Valais
Backyard Ultra Valais - Ardon
In the heart of the Valais, in the Ardon region, this running race offers a complete immersion into the world of the Backyard Ultra. An atypical ultra-endurance format, based on consistency, mental strength and a collective atmosphere, with a start and finish at the same place, the Couvert des Aprages.
The course takes place over a 6.7 km loop, to be completed every hour. As long as several riders are still in the running, the race continues. The course alternates footpaths and rolling roads, With a moderate gradient, it is accessible but demanding over time.
The Backyard Ultra concept
The principle is simple and formidable:
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A 6.7 km loop
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A departure every hour
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The loop must be completed in less than 60 minutes
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The last rider in the race is the winner
This format focuses on effort management, recovery and mental toughness, rather than pure speed.
Two race formats
INFINITY
The flagship format, with unlimited loops.
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Distance: 6.7 km per loop
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Altitude gain: moderate
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Maximum number of participants: 50
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Indoor covered rest area
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A potentially endless race
EXPLORE
A more accessible format for discovering Backyard Ultra.
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Maximum distance: 7 loops (46 km)
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Same route, same rules
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Outdoor rest area
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Ideal for first-time ultra or long-distance trail runners
Atmosphere and organisation
The atmosphere is friendly, supportive and focused on the human experience. The riders share the same loop, the same starts and the same base camp, creating a unique dynamic, day and night.
Solid refreshments are provided regularly. Official timing and classification are guaranteed. Each participant receives a medal.
Access and location
Ardon is located in the centre of the Canton of Valais, close to Sion and Martigny.
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Easy access by train
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Nearby car park
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Departure and arrival just a few minutes' walk from the station
A race apart, between trail, ultra-endurance and mental adventure, This is an ideal region in which to push back your limits at your own pace.
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Backyard Ultra Valais - Ardon
In the heart of the Valais, in the Ardon region, this running race offers a complete immersion into the world of the Backyard Ultra. An atypical ultra-endurance format, based on consistency, mental strength and a collective atmosphere, with a start and finish at the same place, the Couvert des Aprages.
The course takes place over a 6.7 km loop, to be completed every hour. As long as several riders are still in the running, the race continues. The course alternates footpaths and rolling roads, With a moderate gradient, it is accessible but demanding over time.
The Backyard Ultra concept
The principle is simple and formidable:
-
A 6.7 km loop
-
A departure every hour
-
The loop must be completed in less than 60 minutes
-
The last rider in the race is the winner
This format focuses on effort management, recovery and mental toughness, rather than pure speed.
Two race formats
INFINITY
The flagship format, with unlimited loops.
-
Distance: 6.7 km per loop
-
Altitude gain: moderate
-
Maximum number of participants: 50
-
Indoor covered rest area
-
A potentially endless race
EXPLORE
A more accessible format for discovering Backyard Ultra.
-
Maximum distance: 7 loops (46 km)
-
Same route, same rules
-
Outdoor rest area
-
Ideal for first-time ultra or long-distance trail runners
Atmosphere and organisation
The atmosphere is friendly, supportive and focused on the human experience. The riders share the same loop, the same starts and the same base camp, creating a unique dynamic, day and night.
Solid refreshments are provided regularly. Official timing and classification are guaranteed. Each participant receives a medal.
Access and location
Ardon is located in the centre of the Canton of Valais, close to Sion and Martigny.
-
Easy access by train
-
Nearby car park
-
Departure and arrival just a few minutes' walk from the station
A race apart, between trail, ultra-endurance and mental adventure, This is an ideal region in which to push back your limits at your own pace.
