Ultra Viking Hofstade 2025 | May 31

Ultra Viking

Sat 31 May 2025

Hofstade

vlag
KM: 60

ULTRA VIKING BELGIUM

It’s that time again – the ultimate and most extreme obstacle run of the year is back, this time in Hofstade, Belgium! Are you ready to conquer over 60 kilometers and 135 obstacles on your way to Valhalla? This glorious challenge, the infamous Ultra Viking, awaits you!

The Ultra Viking, the most extreme obstacle run in the world, made its debut in 2018 in Cologne, where only 42% of participants completed the full distance. Now it’s your chance to prove you can take on and overcome this brutal challenge. With more than 135 obstacles spread over 60 km, you must push yourself to the limit in just 10 hours!

Dare to take on the Ultra Viking Belgium? Register for this unique event in Hofstade and prepare for an adventure like no other. Note: There are only 600 starting places available. Seize your chance and become part of the Ultra Viking legend!

What do you get?

  • 60 km Ultra Viking course (19km, 19km, 13km, 7+km)
  • 3 exclusive Ultra Viking challenges
  • Unique Ultra Viking T-shirt (worth €24,95)
  • Unique Ultra Viking Medal*
  • Refreshment stations during the run
  • Free action photos of your participation
  • Free finish photo
  • Beer or water at the finish
  • Priority at all obstacles

*Medal is only awarded to Ultra Vikings who complete the entire course (60km) within the 10-hour limit and start the subsequent laps before the cut-off times.

Is 60 kilometers too far for you? Then join the Strong Viking Obstacle Run in Hofstade! This event also takes place on May 31 and offers distances ranging from 4 to 42 kilometers. Which distance will you choose?

SPLASHING PICTURES

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Tervuursesteenweg 395
1981 Zemst, Belgium
Are you coming by public transport? Plan your journey via DeLijn.be and enter the address above!

Yes, as a participant, you can store your luggage for free at a supervised cloakroom. You will receive a wristband that allows you to retrieve your luggage after the run. **Please note, no lockers are available on-site!** Make sure to bring a bag for your belongings, as only bags will be accepted at the cloakroom—no loose items.

Important: Only 1 piece of luggage per participant is allowed.

Storing your luggage is always at your own risk.

Of course, you are very welcome to come and cheer on the participants! Admission is free, and the venue opens at 8:30 AM. In addition to numerous obstacles, there will be various stands, catering, and more around the start and finish area. Please note that parking fees may apply if you use the parking facilities.

Strong Viking is not a race; it’s your own challenge. At each obstacle, there is an option to ‘walk by,’ allowing you to set your own limits and decide how far you want to push yourself!

*Different rules apply for the OCR Series (Racewave).

The minimum age varies by distance:

4 km Family Run: minimum 5 years old (or turning 5 in the current calendar year)
4 km Beginning: minimum 12 years old (or turning 12 in the current calendar year)
7 km: minimum 13 years old (or turning 13 in the current calendar year)
13 km: minimum 14 years old (or turning 14 in the current calendar year)
19 km & OCR Series: minimum 16 years old (or turning 16 in the current calendar year)
42 km Iron Viking: minimum 18 years old
60 km Ultra Viking: minimum 18 years old

FEATURED OBSTACLES

  • STORM THE CASTLE

    A true classic in the Strong Viking lineup! Sprint to the top of the Storm the Castle! Will you conquer it on your own or rely on the help of your fellow Vikings?

  • MUD TRENCHES

    When you say “Strong Viking,” you’re definitely talking about “the best mud in the world!” No Strong Viking event is complete without those delicious Mud Trenches. Climb over the muddy hills and take a plunge into the muck. Guaranteed to get dirty on the other side!

  • SAGA’S

    The Strong Viking Signature Obstacles! These SAGA obstacles, highlighted in yellow, test your strength, technique, and agility. With each distance, the SAGA obstacles become increasingly challenging. Will you conquer all the SAGA’s or end up doing Burpees?

WHICH DISTANCE SUITS YOU BEST?

I'M NOT SURE YET...

Take the test!

I'M NOT SURE YET...

Still not sure which distance is right for you? Need a little help deciding? Use the decision aid below and find out which challenge suits you best!

Ultra Viking

Sat 31 May 2025

Hofstade

vlag
KM: 60