Swiss ultrarunner Thomas Dold set a new record for running across eight European countries in just 29 days. He began his journey in Portugal and finished in Romania, covering approximately 3,700 miles.
Dold’s run took him through Portugal, Spain, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Hungary, and Romania. According to CNN, he completed the feat in 29 days, beating the previous record.
The ultrarunner undertook this challenge as part of a project with Swiss insurance company Helsana. “We wanted to show that even extreme endurance performances are possible with the right preparation and a healthy lifestyle,” Dold said according to CNN. He aimed to demonstrate how physical fitness can be achieved through dedication and proper health practices.
Dold averaged over 127 miles per day, running roughly a marathon each day for nearly a month. The run was not without its challenges, including varying terrains and weather conditions across the eight countries. However, Dold successfully completed his ambitious goal.
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