Olympic Triathlon
Take on the Olympic distance in breathtaking surroundings. This format is a true test of endurance for athletes ready to push their limits in the sublime scenery of the Valais.
DISTANCE
1.5km swim
40km - 270mD+ bike
10km run
AGE
from age 18
(2007)
RATES
from CHF 80.-
to CHF 110.-
START
Rolling Start
time limit
05h00
DEPARTURE TIME
Sunday, August 17
09:00
route
Swimming
1.5Km
The swim start is south of Domaine des Îles, and the course follows the shoreline to the east of the lake.
Cycling
40Km 270mD+ (over 270m)
running
10Km 20mD+
The running route consists of two 5km loops offering a pleasant out-and-back along the banks and then the right bank alongside the Rhône.
Key facts
EasyPass compulsory for non-holders of a Swiss Triathlon license: CHF 10.00 for individuals only.
Number withdrawal :
- Saturday, August 16: 12:00 to 18:00
- Sunday August 17: 07:00 to 08:00
Sunday bike park schedule :
- Check-in (bike and personal belongings) from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
- Check-out possible until 2 pm
Relay:
The Olympic Distance is open to teams wishing to take part in a relay. Two or three teammates for three events: to each his or her own speciality(ies)!
Refreshments :
- No refreshments on the bike course
- 1 on running
Podiums and Awards ceremonies :
Prizes will be awarded only to the top 3 women and the top 3 men in all categories(Scratch). In addition, the top 3 women's relay teams and the top 3 men's/mixed relay teams will also receive a prize.
The top 3 women and top 3 men in each age category will be eligible for the podium.
Prize-giving ceremony: Sunday August 17 at 1:30 p.m. (subject to change)
1.5km
The swimming start is south of Domaine des Îles, and the course runs along the shoreline to the east of the lake.
40km 30mD+ (over 30m)
The cycling route consists of two entirely flat 20km loops, first on the left bank, then on the right bank of the Rhône.
10km 20mD+ climb
The running route consists of two 5km loops offering a pleasant out-and-back along the banks and then the right bank alongside the Rhône.
