Kreuzhorst Ultra

The Kreuzhorst Ultra (KRHU) is a friendly Backyard Ultra in Magdeburg-Kreuzhorst, taking place for the third time on September 26, 2026. The 6.7 km course restarts on the hour, and participants run as many laps as they can or want to. The race is a private invitation-only event focused on community, passion, and the joy of running. The course is mostly on forest and farm tracks, with no significant climbs, and results are recorded for distances of 53 km, 100 km, and 160 km.

The race is a private invitation-only event with no public registration and a maximum of 70 participants. Water, sports drink, cola, fruit, and cake are available in the start/finish area, and participants are asked to contribute items themselves. No mandatory equipment is required, but a headlamp and phone are recommended. Parking, toilets, and showers are available at the SV Pechau sports ground. The race includes several categories, including 50 km, 100 km, and 100 miles, with the fastest person in each category winning. It is not a public event, but a private invitation event with modified Backyard Ultra rules.