Saillon, Switzerland
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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The 3rd edition of the Backyard Ultra Valais (BUV) is a 48-hour backyard ultra event held in Saillon, Switzerland. Participants can choose between the INFINITY format (no loop limit) or the EXPLORER format (maximum 7 loops). The course is accessible with about 81m elevation gain per loop, covering gravel, dirt, and asphalt surfaces through vineyards, orchards, and along the Rhône and Lizerne rivers.
Accessible course with ~20m elevation gain per loop
Diverse terrain (gravel, dirt, asphalt)
Scenic vineyards, orchards, river views
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INFINITY has no loop limit and includes access to an indoor rest area. EXPLORER is limited to 7 loops and does not include access to the rest area.
Approximately 81 meters per loop.
Yes, the participant limit is 80 for INFINITY and 50 for EXPLORER.
No, the event has no IAU label.
Saturday Oct 17: bib pickup 07:30-09:30, briefing 09:40, INFINITY start 10:00. Sunday Oct 18: bib pickup 08:00-09:45, briefing 10:00, EXPLORER start 10:20, last EXPLORER start 16:20, results 17:45. Monday Oct 19: INFINITY awards (time TBD).
Saillon, Switzerland
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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