Simply Move It

Simply Move It is a challenging Backyard Ultra running event held in Hoge Bergse Bos near Rotterdam. Participants run a 6.7 km lap every hour, for up to 24 hours and a distance of 160 km. The unique format challenges runners to finish within the hour and start again, with the finish line being personal to each participant. The course consists of trail and singletrack paths with climbs, making it ideal for trail-running and ultrarunning enthusiasts. The event is popular and fills up quickly, with an active community and additional clinics to improve running technique.

The 24-hour edition on 28 - 29 November 2026 is fully booked; you can sign up for the waiting list. There is a WhatsApp group for participant updates and practical information. A Trail Run Clinic will be held on 26 September in collaboration with Salomon and Runnersworld Rotterdam. The event offers solo and duo formats, with a base camp and crew facilities. Participants must follow the safety rules and code of conduct. The final route will be announced later. Trail and ultrarunning, maximum 24 hours, course with approximately 130 metres of elevation gain per lap, duo option available, close to Rotterdam