Austria Backyard Ultra -
Kirchschlag bei Linz 2027
+ PREMIERE:
Austria Backyard 7+1
Summertime Backyard Ultra!
How many rounds do you dare?
7 laps is more than a marathon.
15 laps is 100 km.
24 laps is 100 miles.
Austria Backyard Ultra on one of the
most beautiful routes in Austria
The Backyard Ultra mode is very simple.
Every hour the runners start a 6.706 km (=4.167 miles) long course. You have exactly one hour to do this. If you don't finish the round on time and don't start again, you're out!
No late start! Very easy! ;-)
The event runs until there is only 1 runner left on the course. => open end
The race takes place according to the official Backyard Ultra regulations of the American original.
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What can you expect in Kirchschlag near Linz:
For the first time in Kirchschlag, the mountain village near Linz at approx. 900m above sea level, the route runs mostly on forest floor and gravel paths and is around 150m high. It is therefore not the flattest, but also not the steepest route in Austria and offers a varied surface with gradients and inclines that are very pleasant to run (and also walk/relax), as well as a unique backdrop.
Although approx. 80% of the route is in the forest (which is a great (temperature) advantage in August in addition to the altitude), you can enjoy both sunrise and sunset.
Especially at the start and finish along the Sonnenweg (nomen est omen) you can enjoy the unique atmosphere in one of the sunniest places in Austria.
You can also admire the entire Alpine chain in all its glory at several points on every lap. You can see from the Ötscher, over the Dachstein to the last foothills and the western Mühlviertel.
You are guaranteed to get your money's worth in the "far north" and can look forward to a unique running experience in a stunning setting and great atmosphere.
Timeline Kirchschlag bei Linz 2027
Friday, 08/27/2027:
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.: bib pick-up
5:00 p.m.: Welcome party
Saturday, 08/28/2027:
07:00 a.m. to 08:30 a.m.: bib pick-up
08:30 a.m. race briefing
09:00 a.m.: START Austria Backyard Ultra Kirchschlag
05:00 p.m.: late night party with live-music
Sunday, 08/29/2027:
06:00 a.m. to 08:00 a.m.: bib pick-up Austria Backyard 7+1
08:00 a.m.: race briefing Austria Backyard 7+1
08:30 a.m.: START Austria Backyard 7+1 Kirchschlag
04:30 p.m.: Finisher Ceremony Austria Backyard 7+1 Kirchschlag
Musical accompaniment and moderation from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m
Food and drink (Seidlbar) also available - party is a must ;-)
award ceremony does not take place for the Backard Ultra. Prizes and the DNF trophy will be handed over immediately after the runner's DNF.
For the time-limited Austria Backyard 7+1, the award ceremony will take place after the end of the eighth round, i.e. at around 4:30 p.m.
DNF the runner: If you are more drawn to the gastro instead of to the starting line, you have to deregister yourself with the organizers and receive your very own DNF trophy.
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PREMIERE: Austria Backyard 7+1
What is Austria Backyard 7+1?
It runs the same course as Austria Backyard Ultra. See below for details on the route.
Austria Backyard 7+1 starts 30 minutes after ABU so that runners do not meet and support each other on the course.
Unlike the ABU, the first seven laps/yards (=marathon) of the AB7+1 are run in the usual Backyard Ultra mode. The eighth lap is the final lap for everyone.
The fastest runner in the eighth lap is the winner!
The lap times in the first seven yards do not count towards the final result.
The race ends for all participants after the eighth yard.
Anyone who runs fewer than eight laps will receive a DNF, just like in all other ABUs.
Take it easy during the first run of the marathon, then sprint for the winning yard!
Is the Austria Backyard 7+1 officially accredited?
YES.
The yards of the Austria Backyard 7+1 are included and evaluated in all ABU statistics.
Your result therefore counts towards both the ABU Hall of Fame AND the Austria Backyard Ultra Series ranking!
In addition, the results are also officially recognized for Laz's international Backyard Ultra statistics. However, the 8 yards will probably not be enough to qualify for the World Championships. ;-)
Participants in Austria Backyard 7+1 enjoy all the benefits of the event that you are familiar with from Austria Backyard Ultra Events.
When can I arrive for the Austria Backyard 7+1 and move into my athlete camp?
Since the Austria Backyard Ultra starts the day before, you should arrive and move into the athlete camp on the day of the competition, i.e. Sunday, if possible.
If there is sufficient space available in the ABU athletes' camp on Saturday evening due to participants who have already left, you can move in after consulting with the organizer (please be sure to ask!).
Please note that your place can only be guaranteed from Sunday morning onwards.
With Austria Backyard 7+1, we're rocking Sunday and celebrating the ABU participants, who are already on their second day on the road.
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That is not all ...
charity
The Austria Backyard Ultra is a charity run!
All net proceeds will be donated to Kinderkrebshilfe Oberösterreich.
Austria Backyard Ultra Team Challenge:
In addition, you can register as a team of 3 for the Austria Backyard Ultra Team Challenge.
Each participant runs their own Backyard Ultra, whether with a team or without.
As soon as exactly three participants have registered with the same team name (please pay close attention to spelling and typos!), you will automatically be entered into the ABU Team Challenge. (No additional registration fees!)
The yards (= laps) of the three participants are simply added together.
If one team member drops out, the others can continue running as normal for as long as they want.
Run together, have fun, and motivate each other to achieve peak performance!
There are great prizes from La Sportiva for the winners.
Maximum security in uncertain times!
With our BE SAFE option for € 5, you can play it safe! Cancel by July 28, 2027 without giving a reason and get your entry fee back.
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Participation fee
AUSTRIA BACKYARD ULTRA
The participation fee at ABU Kirchschlag/Linz is structured according to the following participant contingents:
Step 1 - price of EUR 70,- (contingent of 80 places)
Step 2 - price of EUR 80,- (contingent of 90 places)
Step 3 - price of EUR 90,- (contingent of 110 places)
When the starting places for the Step 1 price have been sold out, the Step 2 price starts, etc.
Online registration closes on August 26, 2027 at the latest!
Late registration on site (if places are still available):
Entry fee EUR 100,-
An early closing of the registration is possible at any time when the starter contingent (280 participants) has been reached.
AUSTRIA BACKYARD 7+1
The participation fee at Austria Backyard 7+1 Kirchschlag is structured according to the following participant contingents:
Step 1 - price of EUR 50,- (contingent of 40 places)
Step 2 - price of EUR 60,- (contingent of 50 places)
Step 3 - price of EUR 70,- (contingent of 60 places)
When the starting places for the Step 1 price have been sold out, the Step 2 price starts, etc.
Online registration closes on August 26th, 2027 at the latest!
Late registration on site (if places are still available):
Entry fee EUR 80,-
An early closing of the registration is possible at any time when the starter contingent (150 participants) has been reached.
Location & arrival & route Kirchschlag b. Linz
Location up Google Maps
getting there
Directions: Coming via Linz -> Haselschlag -> Kirchschlag bei Linz
Route
From the center of Kirchschlager, the route starts with a small ascent on asphalt in the direction of Breitenstein, before plunging into the beautiful and peaceful Schauerwald forest, where about 80% of the route runs. At first, the route descends pleasantly, partly hilly, on forest and gravel paths to the lowest point of the route at 805m, and then back through the forest towards the center of the village. The last part of the route towards the finish is asphalted again, but here you can enjoy the sunset and a breathtaking view of the Alps before being cheered on again at the finish.
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organizational
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The route is sufficiently marked and secured by marshals. After 10 laps at the latest, you will know the way blind anyway.
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The route is mostly on forest paths, mostly gravel, only short sections on asphalt (from the start and last section to the finish), ratio approx. 80% forest, 20% asphalt.
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Due to the altitude of 900m at the start, lower temperatures can be expected all year round, even in summer (approx. 5°C less than in the lowlands), which will of course be very accommodating in August. The route also runs mostly through a dense coniferous forest and is therefore shady and climatically pleasant.
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In the start/finish area, participants will be given space for chairs, cool boxes, sleeping bags, etc. in the large weatherproof athletes' hall (Kirchschlag FF building yard). First come - first serve! Electricity available. No camping area for your own pavilion or tents!
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To avoid unnecessary plastic waste in the refreshment area, each participant should bring their own drinking cup / flask / bottle as usual!
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Sanitary facilities are available in the start-finish area.
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The refreshment station is in the start/finish area. There is no aid station on the course.
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We will also set up a large athletes' tent outside the hall, where there will be enough space available.
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At the parking lot behind the community - directly next to the start-finish area - there is enough space for campers - also first come, first serve, please register by email or phone if you need a parking space.
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The forest is a local recreation area and not a garbage dump. We move around in nature and treat the animals with respect. Inappropriate behavior in nature (especially the throwing away of garbage) will be punished with immediate disqualification.
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The run takes place at your own risk and on your own responsibility on a route that is not cordoned off or monitored. On roads, the StVO must be followed and traffic must be observed.
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With an altitude difference of approx. 150 meters and mostly beautiful, well runnable forest ground, there is no particular increased risk of accidents, but we still recommend that participants are sure-footed in the terrain and wear appropriate footwear.
The participant is responsible for accidents or injuries of any kind and must take out adequate insurance himself. The landowner and the organizer are not liable for this.
Services
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race organization
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Musical entertainment and moderation
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Refreshments during the run (water, iso, cola, coffee, soup, tomatoes, cake, fruit, salt, peanuts, salt sticks/pretzels, spreads, chips, and much more). Subject to change. There is no guarantee that the complete offer will be offered throughout the event. Breakfast for the 24-hour/100-mile runners is an egg dish.
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dnf-trophy and certificate for all participants
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Parking lot and parking space for campers (limited number)
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We will provide a large tent for participants to store their personal belongings, deckchairs, camp beds, self-catering, etc.
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Changing rooms, washing and shower facilities near the start/finish line
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DUV rating
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…and much more!
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Sponsors and supporters of the ABU Kirchschlag bei Linz
Many thanks to our sponsors and supporters of the ABU Kirchschlag bei Linz.
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