IRONMAN European Tour 2015 by IRONMAN Europe

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ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE Crossing an IRONMAN finish line is one of the most outstanding sporting achievements in the world and your efforts last year allowed us all to enjoy this unique experience at our 30 IRONMAN events in Europe and South Africa in 2014. We will never forget that time and we are proud that you made these moments possible. Last year we had 20,000 more people compete at IRONMAN events in Europe, and we thank you for being part of the growth of the IRONMAN lifestyle. Next year we’re going to provide even more opportunities for athletes to experience the unique moment of crossing an IRONMAN finish line. New additions to the 2015 calendar include: · IRONMAN 70.3 Staffordshire · Herbalife IRONMAN 70.3 Gdynia · IRONMAN 70.3 Dublin · IRONMAN 70.3 Pula · Gloria IRONMAN 70.3 Turkey

Thomas Dieckhoff

Also, for the first time ever, the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship will take place outside of North America in 2015. We are proud to bring the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship to Europe and look forward to welcome the world´s best athletes in Zell am See-Kaprun, Austria. While we might have more events on the schedule next year, we will not compromise the quality of our races. Our global operating team of experts ensures that, wherever our athletes compete, we offer consistent, best-in-class organization that provides the most impactful experience of a triathlete’s life: finishing an IRONMAN race. Enjoy it. See you at the finish line, Thomas Dieckhoff Chief Executive Officer IRONMAN Europe, Middle East and Africa

FACTS AND FIGURES 2014

FIRST IRONMAN 2014:

42%

14%

female starters

Finishline IRONMAN European Championship, Frankfurt/Germany, 2014 5

60000

Athletes started in an IRONMAN or IRONMAN 70.3 race

Swim start IRONMAN South Africa, Nelson Mandela Bay/South Africa 6

460

Slots for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship 2014 in Mont Tremblant, Canada have been provided

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540

IRONMAN 70.3 Zell am See-Kaprun, Austria, 2014

Slots for the IRONMAN World Championship in Hawaii 2014 have been provided

IRONMAN 70.3 races in 2014

IRONMAN races in 2014

IRONMAN European Championship, Frankfurt/Germany, 2014 8

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IRONMAN Mallorca, Alcudia/Spain, 2014

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Race Kilometers in 2014

THE HISTORY OF IRONMAN During an awards banquet for the Waikiki Swim Club, John Collins, a Naval Officer stationed in Hawai`i, and his wife Judy, began playing with the idea of combining the three toughest endurance races on the island into one race: the 2.4 mile Waikiki Roughwater Swim, the 112 miles of the Around-O’ahu Bike Race and a 26.2 mile run on the same course as the Honolulu Marathon. They decided to issue a challenge to see who the toughest athletes were: swimmers, bikers, or runners. ”The gun will go off about 7 a.m., the clock will keep running and whoever finishes first we’ll call the IRONMAN”, Collins recalled. 15 starters entering the water to race the first IRONMAN race ever. Gordon Haller wins in 11:46:58

On February 18, 1978, 15 competitors, including Collins, came to the shores of Waikiki to take on the first-ever IRONMAN challenge. First to cross the finish line was Gordon Haller, a taxi cab driver and fitness enthusiast, who finished in 11 hours, 46 minutes and 58 seconds.

Frederik van Lierde, Winner of IRONMAN World Championship 2013

In 1980 founders John and Judy Collins give ABC‘s „Wide World of Sports” permission to film the event, bringing worldwide recognition to IRONMAN. Only two years later college student Julie Moss collapses just yards from the IRONMAN World Championship finish line. She is passed for the title, but does not give up; she crawls to the finish line, unknowingly creating one of the most iconic moments in IRONMAN history. Julie’s

”YOU CAN QUIT IF YOU WANT, AND NO ONE WILL CARE. BUT YOU WILL KNOW FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.” JOHN COLLINS, IRONMAN CO-FOUNDER

courage and determination inspires millions and created the IRONMAN mantra that ”ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE”. In 1986, Paula Newby-Fraser of Zimbabwe, won her first IRONMAN Kona, setting a new women’s record of 9:45:14. In 1992, she became the first woman ever to eclipse the nine-hour mark with an 8:55:28 performance and in 1996 she wins her eighth IRONMAN World Championship title. In 1996, Lothar Leder from Germany became the first athlete to break the eight-hour barrier with a time of 7:57:02 at IRONMAN Europe. With the recognition of the Physically Challenged Athletes in 1997, Australian John MacLean becomes the first athlete to power a hand cycle bike and wheelchair to an official IRONMAN World Championship finish. In the same year, Jim Ward competes as the first 80-year-old in Kona race history.

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The female winners at the IRONMAN World Championship 2014: Rachel Joyce (GBR), Mirinda Carfrae (AUS) and Daniela Ryf (CHE)

1978

1980

1985

1978: 1st IRONMAN with 15 participants. Gordon Haller wins in 11:46:58

1982: Cut-off times are introduced. Athletes must complete the race within 18,5 hours. In 1983, they are required to finish within 17 hours. 1983: For the first time, a qualification system goes into effect to restrict entry.

1981: John Howard, formerly Olympic cyclist, wins in 9:38:29. Walt Stack, being the oldest competitor aged 73, finishes in 26:20:00, setting IRONMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s slowest finish time record. 12

1990

1987: A record 1381 triathletes start IRONMAN, representing 44 countries. 1283 finish within the 17-hour time limit.

1984: Dave Scott becomes the first person to break the 9-hour-barrier with 8:54:20, winning his 4th IRONMAN.

1995 1992: Paula NewbyFraser, 30, becomes the first woman ever to eclipse the 9-hour mark with an 8:55:28

2000 1998: Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of IRONMAN, race founder John Collins finishes the race in 16:30:02. Gordon Haller, the first IRONMAN winner ever, finishes in 14:27:01. 1996: Lothar Leder becomes the first athlete to break the 8-hour barrier in 7:57:02

In 2006, the IRONMAN 70.3 – Series have been introduced. Until 2010, the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships took place at Clearwater, Florida before moving to Las Vegas. The first World Champion was Alexander Craig from Australia. From 2014 on, this event is about to travel around the world with changing venues every year. Today, hundreds of thousands of triathletes from around the world have challenged themselves to prove to friends, loved ones, and even just themselves that „Anything is Possible©”. Kona, Hawai’i is nowadays the most wanted goal for each triathlete. Nearly 2.000 athletes in age from 19 to over 80 years of age and from more than 60 countries get the chance to participate at Kona each year, qualified by having earned a slot being provided at each IRONMAN event around the world. In 2014, the German athlete Sebastian Kienle became IRONMAN World Champion, being the first athlete who won the IRONMAN European Championship and the IRONMAN World Championship in the same year. Sebastian Kienle (GER), IRONMAN World Champion 2014

2005

2010 2006: The first IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship takes place in Clearwater, Florida/USA.

2004: Sarah Reinertsen becomes the first female amputee to finish IRONMAN.

2008: 1636 athletes from all around the world, ranging in age from 18 to 79, cross the finish line in Kona.

2014 2011: Craig Alexander becomes the first person ever to win IRONMAN World Championship and IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship titles in the same year.

2014: 2200 athletes from more than 60 countries competed at Kona. The new IRONMAN World Champions are Sebastian Kienle (GER) and Mirinda Carfrae (AUS). 13

IRONMAN 70.3 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP IN ZELL AM SEE-KAPRUN, AUSTRIA In 2006, the IRONMAN 70.3 Series was introduced. The IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship took place in Clearwater, Florida until 2010 before moving to Las Vegas for three years. In 2014, the event began to travel around the world with changing venues every year. On September 6th, 2014 the first IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship to be held outside of the USA took place in Mont Tremblant, Canada.

PREMIERE IN EUROPE

On August 30th 2015 the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship will be held on European soil for the very first time – in Zell am See-Kaprun, Austria. Now in its fourth year, the IRONMAN 70.3 Zell am See race will take place on Saturday, August 29th, before the world’s best athletes vie for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship title on Sunday.

IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship 2015 qualifiers > Standard Bank IRONMAN 70.3 South Africa > IRONMAN 70.3 Pays d´Aix > Thomas Cook IRONMAN 70.3 Mallorca > IRONMAN 70.3 Barcelona > IRONMAN 70.3 St. Polten > IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland in Rapperswil-Jona

The start of the scenic course will be on the beautiful Lake Zeller See, surrounded by the mountains of the Alps.

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The most spectacular feature of the IRONMAN 70.3 Zell am See-Kaprun is the bike course. A combination of contrasting elements offer a challenging race. Since 2014, the bike course is based on a 90,1 kilometer loop with 900 meters of climbing including fast and flat parts as well as challenging climbs on

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the Filzensattel, followed by an exhilarating descent This bike course offers a unique and world-champion-like feel, guaranteeing an exciting, fair and safe race. The run course takes the athletes on a two loop-course along the crystal clear Lake Zeller See before turning into the crowded, historic part of Zell and crossing the finish line, supported by thousands of spectators. This will be the birthplace of countless emotions and will guarantee to give you moments you will never forget! Throughout the 2014-2015 season, more than 90.000 athletes will try to qualify and grab one of these desired slots in more than 50 IRONMAN 70.3 events held worldwide. See you in Zell am See-Kaprun 2015!

TOUGH ENOUGH?

IRONMAN 70.3 Norway.................................................... 05/07/15 52 IRONMAN European Championship Frankfurt............ 05/07/15 54 IRONMAN UK..................................................................... 19/07/15 56 IRONMAN Zurich Switzerland......................................... 19/07/15 58 Herbalife IRONMAN 70.3 Gdynia.................................... 09/08/15 60

Standard Bank IRONMAN 70.3 South Africa................ 25/01/15 20

IRONMAN 70.3 Dublin...................................................... 09/08/15 62

Standard Bank IRONMAN African Championship ...... 29/03/15 22

Sparkassen Finanzgruppe IRONMAN European Championship 70.3 Wiesbaden................... 09/08/15 64

IRONMAN 70.3 Pays d´Aix............................................... 03/05/15 24 Thomas Cook IRONMAN 70.3 Mallorca......................... 09/05/15 26 IRONMAN 70.3 Barcelona................................................ 17/05/15 28

IRONMAN Sweden............................................................ 15/08/15 66 IRONMAN 70.3 Budapest................................................ 22/08/05 68

IRONMAN 70.3 St. Polten................................................ 17/05/15 30

KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen.......................................... 23/08/15 70

IRONMAN Lanzarote........................................................ 23/05/15 32

IRONMAN 70.3 Zell am See............................................. 29/08/15 72

IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland in Rapperswil-Jona......... 07/06/15 34

IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship Zell am See-Kaprun.......................................................... 30/08/15

Sparkasse IRONMAN 70.3 Kraichgau powered by KraichgauEnergie........................................ 07/06/15 36

KMD IRONMAN 70.3 Aarhus........................................... 13/09/15 74

IRONMAN 70.3 UK Staffordshire.................................... 14/06/15 38

IRONMAN 70.3 Ruegen.................................................... 13/09/15 76

IRONMAN 70.3 Italy.......................................................... 14/06/15 40

IRONMAN Wales............................................................... 13/09/15 78

Ergo IRONMAN 70.3 Luxembourg.................................. 20/06/15 42

IRONMAN 70.3 Lanzarote................................................ 19/09/15 80

KMD IRONMAN 70.3 Kronborg....................................... 21/06/15 44

IRONMAN 70.3 Pula.......................................................... 20/09/15 82

IRONMAN 70.3 UK............................................................ 28/06/15 46

Thomas Cook IRONMAN Mallorca.................................. 26/09/15 84

IRONMAN Austria............................................................. 28/06/15 48

IRONMAN Barcelona........................................................ 04/10/15 86

IRONMAN France.............................................................. 28/06/15 50

Gloria IRONMAN 70.3 Antalya........................................ 25/10/15 88

THE RACE MAP 2015

IRONMAN LANZAROTE IRONMAN 70.3 LANZAROTE

Welcome to the IRONMAN European Tour 2015! On the IRONMAN European Tour, athletes will have the chance to race in 12 IRONMAN and 23 IRONMAN 70.3 events in 17 countries. Whether you prefer flat and fast courses, challenging climbs, a swim in a lake or in the sea or tough sectors during the run - the 2015 race schedule will guarantee to offer the perfect race for you.

AFRICA

STANDARD BANK IRONMAN 70.3 SOUTH AFRICA STANDARD BANK IRONMAN AFRICAN CHAMPIONSHIP .

IRONMAN 70.3 NORWAY

KMD IRONMAN 70.3 AARHUS .

EUROPE

KMD IRONMAN 70.3 KRONBORG . KMD IRONMAN COPENHAGEN

IRONMAN SWEDEN HERBALIFE IRONMAN 70.3 GDYNIA

IRONMAN 70.3 RUEGEN IRONMAN 70.3 DUBLIN IRONMAN UK . IRONMAN WALES .

IRONMAN 70.3 UK STAFFORDSHIRE

IRONMAN EUROPEAN IRONMAN MAASTRICHT . CHAMPIONSHIP FRANKFURT IRONMAN 70.3 . ERGO IRONMAN 70.3 . EXMOOR . LUXEMBOURG . SPARKASSEN FINANZGRUPPE IRONMAN EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP 70.3 WIESBADEN SPARKASSE IRONMAN 70.3 KRAICHGAU . POWERED BY KRAICHGAUENERGIE . IRONMAN 70.3 ST. POELTEN IRONMAN 70.3 ZELL AM SEE- KAPRUN . IRONMAN 70.3 BUDAPEST IRONMAN ZURICH SWITZERLAND . IRONMAN AUSTRIA IRONMAN 70.3 SWITZERLAND . IN RAPPERSWIL-JONA . IRONMAN VICHY . IRONMAN 70.3 PULA

IRONMAN 70.3 VICHY . IRONMAN FRANCE . IRONMAN 70.3 PAYS D´AIX IRONMAN BARCELONA . IRONMAN 70.3 BARCELONA . THOMAS COOK IRONMAN MALLORCA THOMAS COOK IRONMAN 70.3 MALLORCA

IRONMAN 70.3 ITALY

GLORIA IRONMAN 70.3 ANTALYA

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25 January 2015

STANDARD BANK IRONMAN 70.3 SOUTH AFRICA Buffalo City/South Africa Founded: 2008 Race Director: Paul Wolff

The Standard Bank IRONMAN 70.3 South Africa is the only triathlon in South Africa where a national highway is completely closed for a race.

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 27°C Spectators: 28000

SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K Starting on East London‘s Orient Beach, athletes will do a one lap 1.9 km sea swim in the Indian Ocean. The water temperature should be between 17 and 24.5° C therefore wetsuits should be allowed. The swim will take athletes around buoys in an anti-clockwise direction.

BUFFALO CITY/EAST LONDON

Athletes will begin their day with a 1.9km ocean swim in East London‘s Orient Beach. Protected by the breakwaters of East London‘s harbour, athletes can expect generally calm and warm waters. The sighting of dolphins is always a possibility. The rolling hills and climbs of the 90.1km bike course will be a challenge. Touted as one of the most challenging bike courses on the IRONMAN 70.3 circuit, the undulating hills is a test of character for even the most seasoned of athletes. Road closures will allow the athletes to safely navigate the course while en-

SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

19°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K The first portion of the course is along the East London Esplanade (beachfront), leading onto the Expressway and then onto the 2-lane open Freeway. The course out seems to be a continuous climb, with a few flat sections heading towards the turn-around point at Berlin, the 45km mark, and then returning on the opposite side of the road. The wind can be a challenge but the double lane highway, that is closed to all traffic, makes for fantastic riding conditions. This scenic open road course lends itself to magnificent countryside riding and picturesque camera footage. LOOPS

ELEVATION

1177m

DIFFICULTY

joying the inherent beauty of the landscape. The 21.1km run consists of two-loops with spectacular ocean views and crowd support. Finishers

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K

are greeted in true style with African dancers, music and spectators

A beautiful and scenic 2-loop course, with athletes running on the pier that juts into the ocean, alongside the coastline and through the city suburbs. There are two fairly challenging climbs on the run, but the crowd support in this friendly city is fantastic and athletes will be encouraged along the whole route.

aplenty. CONTACT: IRONMAN South Africa (Pty) Ltd 11 First Avenue South End, Port Elizabeth 6001 Eastern Cape South Africa www.ironman.com/southafrica70.3 www.facebook.com/ironmansouthafrica www.bctourism.co.za

LOOPS

ELEVATION

282m

DIFFICULTY

29 March 2015

STANDARD BANK IRONMAN AFRICAN CHAMPIONSHIP Nelson Mandela Bay/South Africa Founded: 2005 Race Director: Paul Wolff

The bike course, which incorporates the city, indigenous bush and coast, takes athletes past a nature reserve where you might get to see a giraffe or two.

WC Slots: 75 Avg. Air. Temp: 21°C Spectators: 80000

SWIM COURSE // 3.8 K The one-lap 3.8km ocean swim course starts on the blue-flag Hobie Beach, heading out parallel to Shark Rock Pier turning left after 300 metres. The course then goes past Humewood Beach all the way to Kings Beach before turning and heading back towards Hobie Beach.

NELSON MANDELA BAY

The Standard Bank IRONMAN African Championship is the only IRONMAN on the African continent. A race boasting a unique location and equally unique vibe, the race is hosted in Nelson Mandela Bay featuring a sea swim in the Indian Ocean off the famous Hobie Beach followed by a 180.2km cycle from the coast, into the heart of the city, past a natural lake, through an indigenous nature reserve before rejoining the the spectacular Port Elizabeth coastline. The run takes athletes past the best crowds in the world along the famed Marine Drive, through

SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

21°C

BIKE COURSE // 180 K The bike course takes athletes out on two laps of 90kms each in what is arguably the most spectacular bike course on the IRONMAN circuit. Encapsulating some of the best elements of Nelson Mandela Bay the route takes athletes along the coast, into the heart of the city, past a natural lake, through indigenous coastal fynbos nature reserves and then takes athletes home with kilometres of sweeping ocean views of untouched South African coastline. Athletes can expect a lot of climbing with approximately 806m gain per lap, but will be well rewarded by the beauty of this course. LOOPS

ELEVATION

806m

DIFFICULTY

the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University before heading back to the

CONTACT: IRONMAN South Africa (Pty) Ltd 11 First Avenue South End, Port Elizabeth 6001 Eastern Cape South Africa www.ironman.com/southafrica www.facebook.com/ironmansouthafrica www.nmbt.co.za

energy exuding crowds and awe-inspiring finish line. This race is a true

RUN COURSE // 42.2 K

test of an athlete‘s abilities in a breathtaking and exotic location.

The run is a three-loop course along Marine Drive through IRONMAN South Africa’s famous crowds of 70 000+ spectators. It‘s a very fast, flat route along the beachfront, through the top gate of Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and out through the bottom gate, finally heading towards transition.

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LOOPS

ELEVATION

87.8m

DIFFICULTY

03 May 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 PAYS D‘AIX SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Aix en Provence/France Founded: 2011 Race Director: Yves Cordier

WC Slots: 30 Avg. Air. Temp: 23°C Spectators: 30000

One loop in the lake of Peyrolles en Provence. The start will be done in waves.

AIX EN PROVENCE

SWIM-TYPE:

LAKE

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

19°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K

Wonderful landscapes in the South of France in the Provence.

The Community of Pays d‘Aix, known as a training paradise to many cyclists and triathletes, plays host to a spectacular qualifying race for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship. IRONMAN 70.3 Pays d‘Aix will take place on the city of Aix en Provence. Aix en Provence is rich in history and arts combined to create some of the most beautiful museums and local architecture in the world. Athletes will embark on a one-loop, 1.2mile swim that takes place in the waters of Plantain, located in the city of Peyrolles-en-Provence. During the 56-mile bike course, athletes will

The athletes will cross the roads of the famous Tour de France and the hinterlands of the Provence. A selective bike course will combine speed and technical skills. LOOPS

ELEVATION

1000m

DIFFICULTY

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K Run in the beautiful streets of the City of Aix en Provence and through the park of La Torse.

pass through Pays d‘Aix and eight surrounding towns, which allow best

LOOPS

spectator support. A three-loop, 13.1 mile run course winds athletes

ELEVATION

100m

through the city and forest roads through La Torse Park and the city of

DIFFICULTY

Aix-en-Provence. SIDE EVENTS: CONTACT: IRONMAN France Nice 6 Place Garibaldi 6300 Nice, France

> IRONKIDS

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09 May 2015

THOMAS COOK IRONMAN 70.3 MALLORCA Alcudia/Spain Founded: 2011 Race Director: Pascal Morillon

SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 25°C Spectators: 25000

ALCUDIA/MALLORCA

The swim course takes place in the beautiful bay of Alcudia, with its crystal clear water. Starting at the beach, athletes will swim one lap before reaching the swim exit. SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

19°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K The world‘s most popular IRONMAN 70.3 race.

Mallorca is one of the most popular destinations for triathletes. Therefore, it is not astonishing, that the IRONMAN 70.3 Mallorca has become the world‘s largest IRONMAN 70.3 race - after only four years since it has been added to the European race schedule. Located in the north-east of the Balearic Island, Alcudia offers perfect race conditions: crystal clear and smooth water, a bike course with long and flat

LOOPS

ELEVATION

850m

DIFFICULTY

parts, challenging climbs and downhill sections, and a run course with

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K

thousands of spectators and a finish line directly at the beach. Also the

The run course is flat and takes you along the beach and the city of Alcudia, giving your family, friends and fans the opportunity to cheer for you several times. The finish line is located directly at the beach.

IRONKIDS will experience the feeling of being an IRONMAN while passing the original IRONMAN finish line. The Thomas Cook IRONMAN 70.3 Mallorca will guarantee an unforgettable time to athletes, spectators and triathlon fans!

CONTACT: IRONMAN Germany GmbH Steinheimer Vorstadt 34-36 63456 Hanau Germany

Offering scenic views of the whole island, the bike course takes you over long and flat parts as well as challenging climbs and downhill segments.

SIDE EVENTS:

LOOPS

ELEVATION

DIFFICULTY

> IRONKIDS

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17 May 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 BARCELONA SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Calella/Spain Founded: 2009 Race Director: Jordi Perez & Agustí Pérez

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 20°C Spectators: 20000

The single-lap 1,900m swim in the Mediterranean Sea starts and finishes on the beach of Calella.

CALELLA/SPAIN

SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

15°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K

Enjoy the bike circuit across the two natural parks, Montseny and Corredor-Montnegre.

Known for its beautiful location at the „Costa del Maresme” and its distinctive lighthouse landmark, Calella is renowned as a tourism and sport hotspot. A friendly city of 19,000 situated 50 km from Catalonia‘s economic and political center of Barcelona, Calella has quickly become one of Europe‘s up-and-coming triathlon hotspots. One-loop swim in the Mediterranean Sea that starts and finishes on the beach of Calella. The 90 km bike heads inland on closed roads before returning to the transition area on the beach. The two-loop run heads along the coast to a turnaround at Pineda. When not racing, athletes can enjoy the

CONTACT: Tritlon Spain S.L. C/ Watt 10 Pineda de Mar 8397 Spain/Catalonia/Barcelona Spain

The single-loop 90 km bike course is closed to traffic, heads inland and then returns to the transition. LOOPS

ELEVATION

1450m

DIFFICULTY

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K The two-lap 21 km run starts at Calella Beach and follows the shores of the Mediterranean Sea to a turnaround at Pineda de Mar.

countless restaurants and energetic nightlife in Calella, not to men-

LOOPS

tion the golden beaches and the abundant water sports and outdoor

ELEVATION

activities.

DIFFICULTY

SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS

www.ironman.com/barcelona70.3 www.facebook.com/IRONMAN70.3Barcelona www.barcelonaesmoltmes.cat

30 ÂŠ Bollwein

17 May 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 ST. PÖLTEN St. Pölten/Austria Founded: 2007 Race Director: Jürgen Gleiss

SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K The Swim Course is quite unique in the world of IRONMAN races, as it covers two lakes, separated by a running passage of 200m. The passage is a great highlight for all spectators after cheering for the IRONMAN athletes at the swim start. The Austria IRONMAN 70.3 starts in waves.

WC Slots: 75 Avg. Air. Temp: 20°C Spectators: 25000

ST. POELTEN/AUSTRIA

1. Incomparable to the rest of the world: The swim course is splitted in two lakes a unique experience! 2. Highway goes bike course: a unique opportunity to ride some course section on the highway through the Wachau. 3. Innovation: The IRONMILE – which includes the bike, run and the Finish Line – becomes the center of the IRONMAN race! 4. Exclusive: Ensure your preregistration for the IRONMAN Austria 2016 Klagenfurt, which is sold out within a few hours!

IRONMAN 70.3 St. Pölten has gained the reputation of being an extre-

CONTACT: IRONMAN 70.3 St. Pölten Daniel-Gran-Straße 48 3100 St. Pölten Lower Austria Austria

SIDE EVENTS:

www.ironmanstpoelten.com www.facebook.com/Austria.Ironman70.3.St.Poelten www.st-poelten.gv.at/Content.Node/tourismus/index1.php

mely „fast” course among athletes. That is underlined by the fact that athletes ride part of the bike course on a shut-off highway. As well as „modern meets classic” in St. Pölten at the run course, the highway leads athletes through the wonderful UNESCO World Heritage listed Wachau. Along the IRONMILE emotions are born - all athletes will feel the energy at the 300m long IRONMILE (which will be passed seven times) from their spectators, families and friends. By the way, at the IRONMAN 70.3 St. Pölten you can ensure your preregistration right for the IRONMAN Austria 2016, which is sold out within a few hours! Moreover this year we will have 75 Slots for our so called IRONMAN 70.3 Home-Worldchampionships in Zell am See!

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SWIM-TYPE:

LAKE

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

18°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K One of the most interesting highlights at the one-loop bike course is the beautiful Wachau with its enchanting vineyards, the apricot flowering time and the old castles. Besides, our bike course takes you to the Austrian motorway S33. Where usually cars drive with 130 km/h, the athletes copy them and speed up simply by the knowledge to drive on a highway. Moreover, you will ride the two major climbs at Hollenburg and Aggsbach in Krustetten after 25km and 65km in Gansbach. LOOPS

ELEVATION

1024m

DIFFICULTY

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K Right out of the transition zone, the course will find its way into the new atmosphere of the IRONMILE for the first time, before the athletes make their way along the waterfront of the „Traisen”. The course takes you to the the Lower Austrian government district with its modern architecture. For the first time, you will pass the charming old-baroque town of St. Pölten. The audience will find a new hotspot with gastronomic delicacies, the perfect area for spectators, family and friends which will whoop your own favorite. Along the „Traisen”, the route (beacons) leads back to the new finish line at the Sport-Zentrum Lower Austria. LOOPS

ELEVATION

20m

DIFFICULTY 31

32 ÂŠ Diego Santamaria

23 May 2015

IRONMAN LANZAROTE Lanzarote/Spain Founded: 1992 Race Director: Kenneth Gasque

Without IRONMAN LANZAROTE your charisma will not be complete! It‘s the sport in one of it‘s purest states!

SWIM COURSE // 3.8 K The swim course takes place at Playa Grande, Puerto del Carmen, the main tourist area of the island. It is a two-lap course with a short running passage of about 20 m on the sand between the two laps. The beach is full of spectators and supporters who don‘t want to miss this amazing early morning activity! Wetsuits are compulsory.

WC Slots: 40 Avg. Air. Temp: 20°C Spectators: 40000

LANZAROTE/SPAIN

Located on the northern edge of the Canary Islands off the northwest coast of Africa, this race is considered by many to be one of the toughest IRONMAN events in the world with amazing, breath-taking views,

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

19°C

BIKE COURSE // 180 K The course, well known for challenging athletes with strong island winds, takes you all around the island with over 2551 m of climbing. Participants will enjoy amazing views in the volcanic Timanfaya National Park, the Mirador del Rio above the northern minor island of Graciosa, Montaña Clara and Alegranza, and will have lots of support from the volunteers along the way.

warm and usually windy weather. The location of the race enables you

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the most beautiful tourism destinations both for active holidays and for relaxing on the beach, swim in the ocean and simply enjoy.The race organizer, Club La Santa, is the most complete sports and active holiday resort in the world, the dream for every triathlete and all active people! SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS CONTACT: Club La Santa avda Krogagger s/n Tinajo 35560 Canary Islands Spain

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RUN COURSE // 42.2 K This course is run on the flat seafront along the Avenida de Las Playas, Puerto del Carmen. You will enjoy beautiful views of the ocean under the intense Lanzarote sun, while feeling the impressive support of thousands of spectators alongside the run course. LOOPS

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www.ironmanlanzarote.com www.facebook.com/IronmanLanzarote www.clublasanta.com

7 June 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 SWITZERLAND IN RAPPERSWIL-JONA SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Rapperswil-Jona/Switzerland Founded: 2007 Race Director: Nico Aeschimann

The run course leads the athletes through the history-charged old town with its famous roseries and the beautiful castle of Rapperswil-Jona soaring above the city.

WC Slots: 30 Avg. Air. Temp: 19°C Spectators: 35000

RAPPERSWIL-JONA

Have you ever changed from swim to bike or from bike to run observed by giraffes and elephants? Maybe not on European soil. IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland in Rapperswil-Jona makes this possible as transition is located right next to the zoo. As his big brother on the other side of the lake, IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland offers all advantages of this beautiful country: Swim in the crystal-clear water of upper Lake Zurich, enjoy the marvellous landscape on the two-loop bike course and experience the half marathon through the medieval parts of the old town of Rapperswil-Jona and along the reeds on the lake shore. The steps of the infamous „Stairway to Heaven” may hurt a little bit on race day but be assured that you will never forget this extraordinary experience.

CONTACT: IRONMAN Switzerland AG Steinwiesenstrasse 3 8952 Schlieren Zurich Switzerland

SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS

Lake Zurich is known for its crystal-clear water (which is by the way of drinking water quality) as well as the beautiful shores. IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland includes a one-loop swim which has to be completed in a clockwise direction. SWIM-TYPE:

LAKE

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BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland offers a two-loop bike course along the scenic lake shores, luscious meadows and through beautiful villages with an almost infinite downhill from Goldingen back to the lake. LOOPS

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RUN COURSE // 21.1 K The run course leads the athletes through the city center of Rapperswil-Jona and the medieval parts of the town where they cross the old market square before they head to the „Stairway to Heaven” with its 64 steps. LOOPS

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www.ironman.com/switzerland70.3 www.facebook.com/IronmanRapperswil www.zuerich.com

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SPARKASSE IRONMAN 70.3 KRAICHGAU

SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K The swim takes place in the leisure center Hardtsee. After a water start, there is a one-lap course. Enjoy the unique atmosphere with hundreds of enthusiastic spectators cheering for the athletes at the swim start, that will be in waves, each one starting with the sound of AC/DCs „Hells Bells” - legendary!

30 qualification slots for the IRONMAN World Championship 2015 in Kailua-Kona, Hawai’i and 100 qualification slots for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship 2015 in Zell am See-Kaprun, Austria

WC Slots: 100 for IRONMAN 70.3 WC 30 for IRONMAN WC Avg. Air. Temp: 26°C Spectators: 38000

KRAICHGAU/GERMANY

For more than 10 years, the Kraichgau region in southwestern Germany has been known as a triathlon hotspot. The region offers it all: a beautiful scenery, a demanding race course, and a culture that lives and breathes our sport. More than 38.000 spectators along the course make the race a great experience for every athlete. Feel the goosebumps during the race due to the unique atmosphere on the course. Moreover, the Kraichgau is also the home of the reigning IRONMAN World and European Champion Sebastian Kienle. Race, where this Champion set the basis of his excellent bike performance. with more than 3.500 athletes, The Sparkasse IRONMAN 70.3 Kraichgau powered by KraichgauEnergie is one of Germany‘s most popular triathlon events.

CONTACT: IRONMAN Germany GmbH Steinheimer Vorstadt 34-36 63456 Hanau Germany www.ironman.com/kraichgau70.3 www.facebook.com/im703kraichgau www.kraichgau-stromberg.com

SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS

SWIM-TYPE:

LAKE

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BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K The bike course is very diversified, as it includes lots of fast passages as well as several little climbs. A highlight is given by the big climb on the Schindelberg, where athletes will gain a fantastic look all over the Kraichgau. Enjoy another goosebump-hotspot with thousands of speactators pushing the athletes to their maximum performance on the short hill in the small town of Gochsheim. LOOPS

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RUN COURSE // 21.1 K The three-loop run course is a very special experience for each athlete, being supported by thousands of spectators all along the course. The residents on the run course are phenomenal, sitting in the garden and push all athletes to finish. Also the finish line, where the athletes pass by twice before finally crossing the finish line, is definitely a highlight of the race.

> Triathlon Bundesliga

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14 June 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 STAFFORDSHIRE SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Staffordshire/England Founded: 2015 Race Director: Dan James

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 15°C Spectators: 20000

STAFFORDSHIRE/ENGLAND

The swim course is based at the Chasewater Country Park and is one lap anti-clockwise. There is a short run from the exit of the swim to transition. SWIM-TYPE:

LAKE

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BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K The amazing Shugborough Hall country estate is home to T2 and the finish. It is the former ancestral home of Lord Lichfield, a renowned royal photographer and cousin of Queen Elizabeth II with a history of the building dating back to 1624.

IRONMAN will come to the heart of England! One of the flatter 70.3 triathlons on the European IRONMAN Tour, IRONMAN® 70.3 Staffordshire will consist of a 1.2-mile swim in Chasewater reservoir and a 56-mile bike course through the stunning countryside of Staffordshire using Lichfield, Burton-upon-Trent and across the Cannock Chase area

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of outstanding natural beauty. The concluding 13.1 mile run will start

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and finish at the historic Shugborough Hall estate, the former ancestral

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home of Lord Lichfield, a renowned royal photographer and cousin of Queen Elizabeth II. SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS CONTACT: IRONMAN Ltd Airfield House Kingston Business Park Kingston Bagpuize, Abingdon United Kingdom

The bike route takes in the picturesque Staffordshire scenery around Kings Bromley, Draycott in the Clay, Blithfield Reservoir, Rugeley and Cannock Chase. It will be one of the flatter bike courses on the IRONMAN European Tour.

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K The run course is 3 loops in and around the Shugborough Hall Estate taking in the village of Great Haywood. It is mainly on tarmac with some short off road sections. LOOPS

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www.ironman.com/staffordshire70.3 www.facebook.com/IRONMAN703Staffordshire www.enjoystaffordshire.com

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14 June 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 ITALY SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Pescara/Italy Founded: 2011 Race Director: Uwe Weigert

WC Slots: 30 Avg. Air. Temp: 25°C Spectators: 35000

IRONMAN 70.3 Italy offers athletes an ocean swim in the Adriatic Sea. Athletes start the one-loop swim with a beach start.

PESCARA/ITALY

SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

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21°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K

The bustling city of Pescara provides spectacular views from the seaside directly up to the 3000-meter tall mountains of the Abruzzo.

Pescara, the heart of Italy, is inviting for an IRONMAN 70.3, situated at the Adriatic sunny seaside, offering an open water swim, a hilly bike ride and a downtown beach run course. Pescara is located two driving hours east of Rome and just four kilometers from Abruzzo International Airport, with regular flights to/from Frankfurt, Barcelona, London, Milan and Paris. IRONMAN 70.3 Italy begins with a 1.9 k swim that

The bike course starts with a section on the highway before athletes start the first climbs. Views include the peaks of the Abruzzo Mountains, vineyards and olive groves lining the course will be breathtaking. LOOPS

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takes place in the Adriatic Sea. Athletes will then embark on a 90 k bike through the foothills of the Abruzzo Mountains, that provides a

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K

challenging and scenic ride through vineyards and groves of olive trees.

The run course starts in the city centre of Pescara. The route leads athletes along the beachside and through the city´s most impressive streets with bars and restaurants. The finish line is located at the beach where athletes, spectators and locals celebrate together, making the day unforgettable.

The concluding half marathon along the beach promenade lined with palm trees and through downtown Pescara leads to the finish line on the beach. SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS > IRON GIRL

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CONTACT: www.ironman.com/italy70.3 www.facebook.com/ironmanitalypescara www.visitabruzzo.co.uk

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20 June 2015

ERGO IRONMAN 70.3 LUXEMBOURG SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Region Moselle/Luxembourg Founded: 2013 Race Director: Uwe Weigert

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 23°C Spectators: 20000

REGION MOSELLE/LUXEMBOURG

Athletes swim a one loop course in the Mosel river, the border of the Grand-Dutchy of Luxembourg and Germany. The picture-perfect swim area offers a great spectator viewing area. SWIM-TYPE:

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BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K Race three countries in one event: Germany - Luxembourg - France

Triathlon in the tri-border region at the eastside of Luxembourg – commonly known worldwide for the treaty of Schengen, which is one of the milestones of today’s Europe. Be part of the ERGO IRONMAN 70.3 Luxembourg and experience a race in the scenic Moselregion of Luxembourg, located in the heart of Europe. 1,9 km swim through the Mosel river, being the romantic border between the Grand-Duchy of Luxembourg and Germany. 90 km Bike along the vineyards where the different types of grapes for the delicious Luxembourgish wines grow and through the marvelous hilly countryside with its wonderful landscape. 21,1 km Run through the Mosel valley with the finish line in the centre of the touristic town of Remich at the foot of the vineyards and along the riverside.

CONTACT: IRONMAN Germany GmbH Steinheimer Vorstadt 34-36 63456 Hanau Germany

SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS

The bike course leads along the vineyards of Luxembourg and France where many different types of grapes are grown. Athletes will ride along the river Mosel first, before the climbs will lead them through a hilly countryside with a scenic and pastoral landscape. LOOPS

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RUN COURSE // 21.1 K The flat, fast, three-loop run course leads through the Mosel valley and finishes in the tourist town of Remich. Athletes pass the finish area with its cheering crowds three times before they complete their day. LOOPS

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www.ironman.com/luxembourg70.3 www.facebook.com/Ironman703Luxembourg www.visitluxembourg.com

21 June 2015

KMD IRONMAN 70.3 KRONBORG SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Kronborg/Denmark Founded: 2014 Race Director: Mads Meincke

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 20°C Spectators: 20000

KRONBORG/DENMARK

The athletes will complete a two-loop swim, with an Australian exit on to land. They will be swimming in calm waters inside the breakwater of the old Elsinore shipyard. SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

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18°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K Run around Kronborg Castle, the home of Shakespeare‘s Hamlet

Race in a cozy city full of culture, history and breathtaking architecture. At IRONMAN 70.3 Kronborg you will not only be doing so, but also be competing on a very fast course, giving you the possibility for a new personal best. If you want to race in beautiful scenery in the northern part of Zeeland, in the city of Elsinore, located only 45 km north of Denmark‘s capital Copenhagen, you must race the KMD IRONMAN 70.3 Kronborg. Swim two loops, with an Australian exit, in the old shipyard. Ride your bike along the beautiful coastline, and through the fantastic backdrop that is the Danish countryside. Finish it all with a run around Kronborg Castle, the home of Shakespeare‘s Hamlet, which is also featured as the backdrop of your finisher photograph, as you cross the finish line.

CONTACT: IRONMAN Denmark Hannovergade 8,1 2300 Copenhagen Denmark kmdironman703kronborg.com www.facebook.com/Ironman703Kronborg visitnordsjaelland.dk

SIDE EVENTS: > KMD 4:18:4

The bike course is an out and back course with two loops of 45 km, which runs primarily along the northern coast of Zeeland. The course is mostly very flat and fast, before turning into the countryside at km 15. At approximately km 20 and km 65, there is a small and not very steep climb, before you will head back into town. LOOPS

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RUN COURSE // 21.1 K A very scenic run course, on small paths and close to nature. Lots of different surfaces to run on, varying from asphalt to gravel and cobblestones. The four loops ensure great spectator support along the course, and you pass Kronborg Castle on every loop, which makes it a very unique experience. LOOPS

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28 June 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 EXMOOR SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Wimbleball/England Founded: 2001 Race Director: Sam Brawn

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 15°C Spectators: 5000

WIMBLEBALL/ENGLAND

Wimbleball Lake was created as a man-made reservoir nestled in the middle of the Exmoor National Park. The course is a clockwise, one loop circuit. SWIM-TYPE:

LAKE

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BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K 2015 is the 10th running of the event at Wimbleball Lake in Exmoor National Park, one of the most picturesque areas of England.

Exmoor National park provides a stunning backdrop for an event. The remote location offers a real get-away-from-it-all weekend where athletes can focus on their race. With many athletes choosing to camp on site, it has a unique atmosphere. The course is said to be one of the toughest on the IRONMAN 70.3 calendar thanks to the demanding bike and run courses. Chris McCormack, previous IRONMAN World Champion, said „I think it is one of the toughest IRONMAN 70.3 races in the world.” SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS

CONTACT: IRONMAN Ltd Airfield House Kingston Bagpuize Abingdon United Kingdom www.ironman.com/uk70.3 www.facebook.com/pages/Ironman-703-UK-Wimbleball www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk

The bike course circles the event venue with two laps taking in the stunning views across the Exmoor National Park. A demanding route will test athletes bike handling skills as well as their fitness with a big descent at Machine Cross. Three testing climbs are on each lap as the riders head back to Wimbleball Lake from the southern tip of the course in Exebridge. LOOPS

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RUN COURSE // 21.1 K The three-loop run at Wimbleball Lake covers a mix of terrain including tarmac, hard-packed trail and grass. The course leaves the event site on an out and back taking in a stunning view of the lake dam before joining a lakeside trail which brings athletes back to the race village. LOOPS

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28 June 2015

IRONMAN AUSTRIA SWIM COURSE // 3.8 K

Klagenfurt/Austria Founded: 1998 Race Director: Erwin Dokter

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 29°C Spectators: 100000

KLAGENFURT/AUSTRIA

After the start in the pristine water of the Wörthersee, the course leads into the legendary Lendkanal with thousands of fans cheering at the athletes. SWIM-TYPE:

LAKE

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22°C

BIKE COURSE // 180 K Swimming through the Lendkanal with crowds of fans cheering on both sides.

Called one of the most beautiful races in the world, IRONMAN Austria has become legendary among athletes. Starting with the swim in the pristine water of the Wörthersee, athletes will be pushed through the unique Lendkanal with thousands of fans cheering from both sides and bridges and will push athletes on the fast and challenging bike-course with Tour-de-France-atmosphere. The two main climbs „Ribnigghügel” and „Rupertiberg” build the highlights of a bike-race between lakes and mountains. Following the run-course, athletes reach the downtwon of Klagenfurt with celebrating fans. The turn around leads the parti-

After the first, almost flat and fast part among the lakeside of the Wörthersee, the bike-course leads the athletes into the two main climbs, called Ribnigghügel and Rupertiberg. Between the mountains and the lake, fans create a Tour-deFrance-like atmosphere. Especially in the second of the two loops, this atmosphere will push each athlete to the finish line. LOOPS

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cipants back to the finishline, directly next to the lakeside with fans

CONTACT: IRONMAN Austria Gmbh Alter Platz 12/2 9020 Klagenfurt Carinthia Austria www.ironman.com/austria www.facebook.com/ironmanaustria www.klagenfurt-tourismus.at

cheering until the last finisher closes. An amazing experience for all

RUN COURSE // 42.2 K

athletes.

The two-loop run-course leads along the beautiful lake-side as well as through the city of Klagenfurt. Along the Lendkanal, athletes will reach the downtown of Klagenfurt mostly in the shadow of trees, where thousands of fans will push them to the finish-line.

SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS > IRON GIRL > Company Triathlon Challenge

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28 June 2015

IRONMAN FRANCE NICE SWIM COURSE // 3.8 K

Nice/France Founded: 2005 Race Director: Yves Cordier

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 28°C Spectators: 80000

The swim is a two-loop course in the blue waters of the Mediterranean sea. Athletes will have a short beach run at the halfway-point.

NICE/FRANCE

SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

22°C

BIKE COURSE // 180 K

The legend of the triathlon in Nice for 32 years!

Located in the heart of the mythical Côte d’Azur, athletes come from all over the world every year to take on this remarkable race and be part of triathlon history. The Nice Triathlon became the IRONMAN France event in 2005. Athletes will begin with a beach start and embark on a two-loop, 2.4-mile swim in the pristine waters of the Mediterranean Sea. The 112-mile bike course is the jewel of IRONMAN France as it follows much of the original Nice Triathlon route and passes through villages and mountains. There are 5,000 feet of challenging climbs, but athletes will enjoy beautiful panoramic views. The 26.2-mile run will in-

Cross the villages of the mountains in Nice‘s hinterland. With1900 meters of altitude, the course is as challenging as it is beautiful. LOOPS

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RUN COURSE // 42.2 K Run the flat and fast course on the famous Promenade des Anglais supported by thousands of supporters!

clude a flat and fast four-loop course along the Promenade des Anglais.

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Athletes can expect impressive spectator support along the route.

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SIDE EVENTS: CONTACT: IRONMAN France Nice 6 Place Garibaldi 6300 Nice France

> IRONKIDS > IRON GIRL

www.ironmannice.com www.facebook.com/Ironman.France www.nicetourisme.com

5 July 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 NORWAY Haugesund/Norway Founded: 2012 Race Director: Ivar Jacobsen

Anything is possible in the Homeland of the Viking Kings - IRONMAN 70.3 Norway the race where real Vikings are made!

SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K The start of the swim takes place in the southern part of Skeisvatnet (lake) and will be a wave start. There will be lanes throughout the 1900 metres swim. The exit is near to the start and there is just a 40 m run before entering T1. Spectators will be able to cheer and follow the athletes from all around the lake.

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 22°C Spectators: 30000

HAUGESUND/NORWAY

Interested in historical tours, landscape and recreational activities, culture and fjords? At Haugesund, the Homeland of Viking kings and home

20°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K The bike course is a 90 km one-loop course. The course is rolling (and can be quite technical) and passes through the city centre of Haugesund after about 70 km. Then it goes another 20 km into the mainland of Karmøy before returning to T2 next to Skeisvatnet. All roads are closed for traffic. LOOPS

nature, go hiking in the mountains and see Trolltunga, enjoy a cruise in

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the fjords, or maybe just relax at Haugalandet`s white sandy beaches.

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race also proves to be one of the most scenic, as athletes will swim in Skeisvatnet, compete on the bike along the coastline of the North Sea and run through the city center before they finish at the inner harbor of Haugesund. In Haugesund you will find it easy to be an athlete, as expo, T1/T2, hotels and restaurants are within walking distance.

www.ironmanhaugesund.com www.facebook.com/ironmanhaugesund www.visithaugesund.no

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of IRONMAN 70.3 Haugesund, you can experience it all. Enjoy true

The region has plenty to offer for people in all ages. This IRONMAN 70.3

CONTACT: WEN EVENTS AS Haraldsgaten 121 2.etasje Haugesund 5527 Rogaland Norway

SWIM-TYPE:

SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS > IRON GIRL

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K The ultimate test of racing is a semi-marathon (21.1 km) to be made within the total time of 8.30 hours. From T2, the athletes run down to Byparken, then to the harbor (finishing area), and up to Salhusveien and south to the turning point at Park hotel., returning back to Byparken. This loop is run twice. You will run through the finish area 4 times before crossing the finish line. The stands and outdoor bleachers will create a magic finish. The run course is mostly flat but can be tough when going down/up the harbor. LOOPS

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5 July 2015

IRONMAN EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP SWIM COURSE // 3.8 K

Frankfurt/Germany Founded: 2002 Race Director: Pascal Morillon

Race with Europe´s best athletes!

WC Slots: 75 Avg. Air. Temp: 23°C Spectators: 550000

FRANKFURT/GERMANY

Welcome to „Mainhattan”! The fascinating area around the river of Main, combined with the metropolis of Frankfurt as the center of finance and business generates a perfect venue to host the triathlon highlight of the year - the IRONMAN European Championship. Enjoy the beautiful course from lake Langener Waldsee through the Rhein-Main-region before entering the run course along the river of Main. Thousands of spectators will cheer for you all along the course. Get the power at our several Hot Spots such as „The Hell” in Maintal, „The Beast” in Bergen Enkheim or the „Heartbreak Hill” in Bad Vilbel.

Starting at the Strandbad, athletes will swim 2.1 km before reaching the „Australian Exit” and entering the second loop for another 1.7 km. One of the largest crowds you will ever see at an IRONMAN swim will support the athletes at the lake Langener Waldsee. SWIM-TYPE:

LAKE

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23°C

BIKE COURSE // 180 K After leaving the Langener Waldsee, the bike course takes the athletes through the city of Frankfurt (Mainkai) before entering the beautiful Rhein-Main-region. Crowded Hot Spots will guarantee a fantastic atmosphere giving you the power. The course will be completely on closed off roads. LOOPS

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The finish line, set in one of the most famous historical places in Frank-

CONTACT: IRONMAN Germany GmbH Steinheimer Vorstadt 34-36 63456 Hanau Germany www.ironman.com/germany www.ironman.com/ironmanfrankfurt www.frankfurt-tourismus.de

furt - the Römerberg - is one of the most spectacular in the sport and

RUN COURSE // 42.2 K

will give you goose bumps!

The run course along the river of „Main” will be facing the skyline of Downtown Frankfurt. The flat course allows fast marathon splits. Thousands of spectators will get the chance to see the athletes several times on the four-loop course.

SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS > IRONMAN NightRun

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19 July 2015

IRONMAN ZURICH SWITZERLAND SWIM COURSE // 3.8 K

Zurich/Switzerland Founded: 1997 Race Director: Nico Aeschimann

IRONMAN Zurich Switzerland offers a typical city flair and a stunning countryside at once with an easy accessibility of the race venue by public transport.

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 24°C Spectators: 65000

ZURICH/SWITZERLAND

IRONMAN Zurich Switzerland offers a race venue situated at the shore of the marvelous Lake Zurich, but still in the middle of one of the world‘s most important financial melting pots. The swim course features a unique and very spectator friendly „Australian Exit”, while athletes will experience a real „Alpe d‘Huez” feeling as they climb the infamous „Heartbreak Hill” on the bike course, which is lined with spectators cheering and ringing the typical Swiss cowbells. The concluding marathon leads the athletes through beautiful city parks and along the lake. As one of the first IRONMAN events in the world, IRONMAN Zurich Switzerland comes up with a so called „rolling start”. SIDE EVENTS:

CONTACT: IRONMAN Switzerland AG Steinwiesenstrasse 3 8952 Schlieren Zurich Switzerland

> IRONKIDS > Corporate Triathlon > Sprint Triathlon > 5150 Triathlon Series Event

The two-loop swim course in the crystal-clear water of Lake Zurich features a unique „Australian Exit” over the packed Saffa Island, where thousands of fans get up very close to cheer on the athletes. SWIM-TYPE:

LAKE

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BIKE COURSE // 180 K The spectacular bike course leads the athletes through the city center, along the lake and through small villages and the rolling countryside of Zurich. The challenging climbs are called „Heartbreak Hill” and „The Beast” where the athletes have to plough their way through dense crowds. LOOPS

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RUN COURSE // 42.2 K The spectator friendly four-loop marathon course leads the athletes through beautiful city parks, along the lake and back to the race venue at Zurich Landiwiese. LOOPS

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www.ironman.com/switzerland www.facebook.com/IronmanZurichSwitzerland www.zuerich.com

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19 July 2015

IRONMAN UK

SWIM COURSE // 3.8 K Athletes do two laps anti-clockwise of Pennington Flash. Athletes exit from the water after first lap to commence the second lap LAKE

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BIKE COURSE // 180 K

Bolton/England Founded: 2005 Race Director: Dan James

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 15째C Spectators: 40000

T2 is based at the site of the Bolton Wanderers Football Club, so racing takes place in the shadow of the huge Macron Stadium in Bolton.

IRONMAN UK is a true test of fitness and preparation for athletes from

BOLTON/ENGLAND

all over the world. The atmosphere builds on the scenic, but challenging bike course as it heads out to Blackburn and then Lancashire. The locals turn out in huge numbers across the course but especially on the run course in Bolton Town Centre where the crowds line the whole run circuit loop. Feel the great atmosphere when finishing in Victoria Square in the shadow of the Albert Hall!

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A new bike course in 2014 kept the best parts of the old route but introduced even better views as well as more spectator hotspots across the route. Indeed, in many locations the support has been described as Tour de France style. The route heads north from Pennington Flash to the famous Sheep House Lane climb and then through Belmont and Abbey Village. The course heads north from Wheelton where another climb takes you up to the village of Brindle before heading west across Lancashire to Mawdesley. A further climb at Hunters Hill provides another amazing view to the west. On the way back to Bolton huge crowds assemble at Adlington for another frenzy of cheering before dropping down to the Macron Stadium. LOOPS

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SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS

CONTACT: IRONMAN Ltd AIrfield House Kingston Business Park Kingston Bagpuize Abingdon United Kingdom www.ironman.com/uk www.facebook.com/pages/Ironman-UK www.visitbolton.com

RUN COURSE // 42.2 K The run course starts with a point to point run through Horwich before reaching the Bolton Town Centre and joining a three lap circuit of the town. While the majority of the run is on tarmac, there is a section of canal pathway. As athletes come into the town centre, they are brought tantalizingly close to the finish line before turning away for their next lap. LOOPS

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HERBALIFE IRONMAN 70.3 GDYNIA Gdynia/Poland Founded: 2013 Race Director: Piotr Netter

You will swim in the Gdansk Bay of the Baltic Sea as well as ride, run and finish in the heart of the touristic city of Gdynia with thousands of enthusiastic fans cheering on you!

WC Slots: 30 Avg. Air. Temp: 20째C Spectators: 30000

SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K Athletes start from the main beach in Gdynia, full of spectators cheering on in the water along the first meters. Then, they head straight into the calm waters of Gdansk Bay and go out of the water at a small haven, being accompanied by hundreds of fans cheering along the course to the transition zone.

GDYNIA/POLAND

Herbalife IRONMAN 70.3 Gdynia is the successor of Herbalife Triathlon Gdynia - the biggest triathlon event in Central & Eastern Europe. Located in the beautiful, touristic city of Gdynia, the race attracts world top triathletes, including IRONMAN World Record holder Andreas Ra-

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19째C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K A flat bike course involves 2 loops of 45 km each. It goes through Gdynia and Rumia cities and you will see e.g. the port and the main tourist street in Gdynia (Swietojanska Str.) on your way. Rumia is called the capital of Kashubia region. LOOPS

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elert, who won in Gdynia in 2014. The race starts on the main beach in

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K

Gdynia as athletes swim in the Baltic Sea. The flat bike course together

The running course leads through the main seaside boulevard as well as the main commercial street of Gdynia with thousands of fans cheering on the athletes along the whole 5 km-long loop. The course is generally flat with one uphill on each loop. Definitely, it is one of the most spectacular and beautiful courses in the whole IRONMAN 70.3 series.

with the exciting run course located in the city center are full of enthusiastic fans cheering on the athletes. The finish area is located right at the seaside at the main tourist square in Gdynia. Come to Poland, visit the whole tri-city of Gdynia, Sopot and Gdansk and experience our culture and cuisine as well as the growing passion for triathlon. See you in August, 2015!

CONTACT: Sport Evolution ul. Czapli 31a Warszawa 02-781 Mazowieckie Poland

SWIM-TYPE:

SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS

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> Sprint Triathlon > Sprint Triathlon Relay

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9 August 2015

SPARKASSE FINANZGRUPPE IRONMAN 70.3 EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP Wiesbaden/Germany Founded: 2007 Race Director: Pascal Morillon

WC Slots: 35 Avg. Air. Temp: 23°C Spectators: 120000

SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K The „Waldsee Raunheim” is located 10km south-east of Wiesbaden. Athletes will swim two laps, having a 60 feet land section included.

WIESBADEN/GERMANY

SWIM-TYPE:

LAKE

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

22°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K

Experience one of Europe‘s most challenging bike courses - a requirement of the European Championship by profiling their full justice!

The scenic course through the hills of the „Taunus” provides a perfect venue for an European Championship, including one of Europe‘s most challenging bike courses. The attractive run course through the city of Wiesbaden and the Kurpark and the finish line in the historical city center in front of the „Kurhaus” will guarantee a fantastic atmosphere and an incredible feeling for athletes as well as for fans. The Sparkasse

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Finanzgruppe IRONMAN 70.3 European Championship will provide 35

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K

slots for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship 2016 at Sunshine

Enjoy the scenic run course through the Kurpark and the Kurhaus area, which is very spectator friendly. The finish line is located in front of the Kurhaus, one of the city‘s oldest buildings.

Coast/Australia. Moreover, the attractive Hessian capital, with its famous thermal springs, scenic parks and extensive cultural and leisure time facilities, offers a fantastic framework program to the athletes and their companions.

CONTACT: IRONMAN Germany GmbH Steinheimer Vorstadt 34-36 63456 Hanau Germany

Taking you through the beautiful Taunus region, you will experience one of the toughest bike courses in the IRONMAN 70.3 series - truly a championship course!

SIDE EVENTS:

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> IRONKIDS

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9 August 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 DUBLIN SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Dublin/Ireland Founded: 2015 Race Director: Kevin Stewart

WC Slots: 30 Avg. Air. Temp: 19°C Spectators: 40000

DUBLIN/IRELAND

The Irish Sea south of Dun Laoghaire Harbour provides a sheltered bay for the start of the IRONMAN 70.3, with a single lap 1.2 mile swim and athletes divided into waves. SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

15°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K A race through one of Europe‘s most iconic capital cities.

IRONMAN 70.3 Dublin will take the athletes for a swim in the Irish Sea south of Dublin, on a bike course through the city to the green pastures of the countryside west of Dublin before returning to the the city for a run and finish in one of the cities most iconic locations, Phoenix Park. IRONMAN returns to the Emerald Isle in 2015 for one

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of the most eagerly anticipated races in recent years. With Ireland‘s

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enthusiasm for triathlon making it one of the largest populations of

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athletes per head in the world, there is sure to be a strong local field. The opportunity to race in such an iconic location though has drawn interest from athletes across the globe to come to Ireland in 2015. The famous Irish welcome will greet one and all as they swim, bike and run their way over 70.3 miles. CONTACT: IRONMAN Ltd Airfield House, Kingston Business Park Kingston Bagpuize OX13 5FD Oxon United Kingdom

The course will take in both city and country as it travels north from the swim venue through the centre of Dublin and out to the west of the city through the countryside of Meath and Kildare.

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K The course uses Phoenix Park to provide the athletes with a traffic free course in one of the largest parks in a European capital city. With 3 laps, spectators will have the opportunity to see their athletes on multiple occasions and cheer them down the finish line. LOOPS

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15 August 2015

IRONMAN SWEDEN Kalmar/Sweden Founded: 1994 Race Director: Tobias Borger

SWIM COURSE // 3.8 K

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 24°C Spectators: 70000

KALMAR/SWEDEN

The swim is in Kalmar Strait, a part of the Baltic Sea. The water is brackish. In 2014, a rolling start was implemented in IRONMAN Sweden. Athletes are directed to self-seed on race morning based on their projected swim time. They enter the water in a continuous stream through a controlled access point. The one-loop course is spectator-friendly. The first half of the course is out in the strait. When the athletes return towards land, spectators can follow the race closely along the quays, on the piers and bridges. SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

20°C

BIKE COURSE // 180 K A spectacular part of the bike course is the Öland Bridge, which is over 6 km long. The bridge was opened in 1972 and has been Europe’s longest bridge for over 25 years. Highest point on the bridge is 40 meters.

The inaugural IRONMAN event in Scandinavia took place in Kalmar in 2012. The event has quickly become an athlete‘s favorite. It is a fast course and the event is known for the unique crowd support. More than 70.000 loud and enthusiastic spectators line the streets on race day. Leanda Cave, winner in 2014: ”I will always remember this race not just because I won, but for the spectators. It felt like everyone in Sweden was here and cheered. The crowd in Kalmar is better than in

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Kona”. Kalmar is a small town where the citizens have embraced IRON-

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MAN. You will notice this along the course, not least in the central parts

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where the streets are lined by thousands of spectators. Be ready for one of the longest finish lines in the world - something to remember for the rest of your life.

CONTACT: IRONMAN Sweden AB Box 9 391 20 Kalmar Sweden www.ironman.com/kalmar www.facebook.com/IronmanKalmar www.kalmar.com

The two-loop bike course is considered to be one of the fastest in the world. Athletes get to cross the 6 km long Öland Bridge which is normally off-limits for cyclists. On Öland, athletes will ride over the Alvar of Öland, a treeless moorland area which is inscribed on the World Heritage List. The loop on Öland is 122 km and the last 58 km is back on the mainland.

SIDE EVENTS: > Kalmar Mini Tri

RUN COURSE // 42.2 K Known for its incredible spectator support all along the run course, IRONMAN Kalmar has quickly become a favorite among European triathletes. Athletes enjoy the streets of this picture-perfect Swedish town and one of the longest finish lines of the world of IRONMAN as they make their way down the magic carpet. LOOPS

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22 August 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 BUDAPEST SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Budapest/Hungary Founded: 2014 Race Director: Uwe Weigert

WC Slots: 35 Avg. Air. Temp: 27°C Spectators: 45000

BUDAPEST/HUNGARY

The swim course is a one-loop course which takes place in a bay of the famous Danube. Athletes will start with a beach start in multiple start waves. SWIM-TYPE:

RIVER

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

20°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K Race along the Danube in one of the world´s most beautiful capital cities, before plunging weary bones in thermal baths.

A beloved tourist destination that somehow still feels undiscovered. Budapest will charm triathletes with its truly unique culture and old world opulence. The spine of the race course is the Blue Ribbon of Europe, the river Danube, which runs along the Buda hills and the Palace District. Crossing the world famous Chain Bridge, you will pass by the

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most spectacular sights of the city - offering a sightseeing adventure

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like none the city, nor IRONMAN competitors, have seen before. The

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Hungarian city is also well known for its restorative thermal baths, offering a chance for well-deserved recovery after the race. Downtown‘s nightlife district brings you both the culinary excellence of the most elegant restaurants and the relaxed atmosphere of undergound style bars, called „ruin pubs”.

CONTACT: Kropkó Promotion Kft. Gyarmat u. 26 1145 Budapest Hungary

The bike course will take the athletes into both parts of the capital of Hungary: Buda and Pest. Crossing the world famous Chain Bridge, athletes will pass many attractions and popular tourist and historical sites in Budapest.

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K A fast run course in downtown Budapest, passing the main event area and the finish line area three times will attract spectators to cheer on the athletes until the last runner crosses the finish line.

SIDE EVENTS:

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> IRON GIRL

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50 m

> Be-Fit run

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> 5150 Triathlon Series Event

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23 August 2015

KMD IRONMAN COPENHAGEN Copenhagen/Denmark Founded: 2010 Race Director: Peter Madsen

SWIM COURSE // 3.8 K

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 22°C Spectators: 200000

The swim is held in the artificial lagoon at Amager Strandpark. The calm waters at the beach park offer great potential for fast swim times. Three low bridges crossing the lagoon and a shallow seaboard make up for a perfect location for both athletes and spectators. The surrounding seaboard enables the thousands of spectators to follow the athletes most of the way round the swim course. SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

18°C

COPENHAGEN/DENMARK BIKE COURSE // 180 K

The only IRONMAN in the world held in a capital city

The most spectacular race course in the world. More than 200.000 spectators will line the race course to cheer the athletes, in the heart of one of Europe‘s most vibrant capitals. The whole Copenhagen experience kicks off when athletes pick up their race gear at the registration at Copenhagen Town Hall Square. Athletes will experience to race in historic settings in Copenhagen, such as biking and running by the Queens Castle, Amalienborg, run by The Little Mermaid, drop off their bikes in T2 at the National Bank, and last but not least, cross the finish line in front of the Danish Parliament, Christiansborg. The location of Ironman Copenhagen makes it ideal for athletes to bring their families, as Copenhagen offers an almost endless amount of activities for the whole family to enjoy

CONTACT: IRONMAN Denmark Hannovergade 8, 1 2300 Copenhagen S Denmark

SIDE EVENTS: > KMD 4:18:4 Copenhagen

A beautiful mix of city centre, coastline, countryside and spectator hot spots make for one of the most spectacular bike courses on the IRONMAN circuit. The KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen bike course takes the athletes from Amager through the inner streets of Copenhagen to the beautiful countryside of Sealand. The two-loop course consists of a mix of open main roads and small city roads. LOOPS

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RUN COURSE // 42.2 K The 42,2 km marathon is the heart of KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen and is not seen anywhere else in the World. More than 150.000 spectators create the intense and unique KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen atmosphere! The four lapped run course is a tourist attraction in itself, passing Copenhagen’s historic and famous attractions, such as the Little Mermaid, Amalienborg Castle and New Harbor. LOOPS

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172 m

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29 August 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 ZELL AM SEE-KAPRUN SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Zell am See-Kaprun/Austria Founded: 2012 Race Director: Erwin Dokter

The climb to the Filzensattel at 1290 m above sea-level for sure builds the heart of a race in the middle of the alps.

WC Slots: 35 Avg. Air. Temp: 20°C Spectators: 25000

ZELL AM SEE-KAPRUN/AUSTRIA

Sparkling lakes, mountain meadows, glacier covered peaks and the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships in 2015 are the main facts about this race. After the swim in the crystal clear water of the Zeller See, each athlete will enjoy the bike-course: fast and flat sections and the climb to the Filzensattel near the mountain of Hochkönig at 1290 m above sea-level are the highlights of a race in the alps. A run-course which leads the athletes along the lakeside as well as through the downtown of Zell am See. Smooth sections along the lake turn into parts with cheering fans in the historic city center of Zell am See, where crowds of people are waiting for you at the finishline and celebrating until the last finisher. With the new course design, we are ready to crown the world champion in 2015!

CONTACT: IRONMAN Austria Gmbh Alter Platz 12/2 9020 Klagenfurt Carinthia Austria

SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS > IRON GIRL

The one loop swim-course in the crystal clear water of the Zeller See leads the athletes towards the city of Zell am See. With a short way to the transition area inside a soccer stadium, the swim course is a perfect hotspot for fans. SWIM-TYPE:

LAKE

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

19°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K After the flat and fast first part, the course turns into the 13 km climb to the Filzensattel. A short technical downhill takes the athletes into a high-speed section back to Zell am See, where the fans are waiting for you. LOOPS

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RUN COURSE // 21.1 K The variety of smooth sections at the lakeside and the pushing fans in the city of Zell am See are the main facts of this run-course. The amazing view onto the lake and cheering fans will push the athletes to the finishline in the historic city center. LOOPS

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34 m

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13 September 2015

KMD IRONMAN 70.3 AARHUS SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Aarhus/Denmark Founded: 2011 Race Director: Peter Madsen

Race in the second largest city of Denmark, Aarhus - „The City of Smiles”

WC Slots: 35 Avg. Air. Temp: 20°C Spectators: 30000

AARHUS/DENMARK

Beautiful country side, spectacular city feel, high quality and service for athletes and spectators – KMD IRONMAN 70.3 Aarhus is the ”must do” IRONMAN 70.3 in Europe. With a race center in Aarhus, Skanderborg and Odder act as a beautiful scenery. A truly unique experience awaits participants and spectators, when KMD IRONMAN 70.3 Aarhus gets going on Sunday September 13th, 2015. The course offers several highlights: a spectacular swim course just two kilometers from the city centre in the bay of Aarhus, a scenic and undulating bike course closed for traffic through the beautiful southern part of Jutland, through

Athletes start their day with a beach start from Tangkrogen - The epic center of KMD IRONMAN Aarhus. Athletes will complete the one-loop swim course in the bay of Aarhus and make their way to T1 located at Tangkrogen. SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

17°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K The bike course starts with a scenic trip through the Marselis Forest and heads down to Odder on a very quick section of the course. From Odder, the athletes head on an undulating part to Skanderborg. From here, the course heads back to Aarhus through a fast section of the course. LOOPS

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Odder and Skanderborg, and finally the run course through both the city of Aarhus and the beautiful surroundings. See you at KMD IRON-

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K

MAN 70.3 Aarhus 2015!

The run course takes the athletes through downtown Aarhus as well as through the beautiful forests and parks. The surface is a mix of smooth tarmac and perfect gravel trails. Each loop starts out at Tangkrogen, which makes it a perfect hotspot for spectators.

SIDE EVENTS: CONTACT: Hannovergade 8, 1 2300 Copenhagen S Denmark kmdironman703aarhus.com facebook.com/ironman703aarhus visitaarhus.com

> KMD 4:18:4 Aarhus

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13 September 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 RUEGEN SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Binz/Germany Founded: 2014 Race Director: Simon Jung

WC Slots: 35 Avg. Air. Temp: 24째C Spectators: 25000

RUEGEN/GERMANY

The swim takes place in the Baltic Sea. Starting at the pier of Binz, it offers a perfect view for spectators to follow the swim for the first 500 meters of the course. SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

16째C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K The perfect place to combine your summer vacation with a high-class triathlon event

You want to combine your summer vacation with a high-class triathlon event? Pearly-white chalk cliffs, lush beach forests and fine-sandy beaches - the popular Baltic Sea island of Ruegen offers a wonderful venue for an IRONMAN 70.3. Starting at the pier of Binz, the athletes will swim a 1.9km loop. The flat bike course guarantees fast bike splits. Enjoy the beautiful view at the run course along the sea promenade with the support of thousands of spectators before crossing the finish line. The expo and the athletes garden are another speciality at the IRONMAN 70.3 Ruegen as they are located directly at the beach. Recover after the race with sand under your feet and watch the sunset, with a drink in your hand and enjoy our beach partys in the evening. SIDE EVENTS:

CONTACT: IRONMAN Germany GmbH Steinheimer Vorstadt 34-36 63456 Hanau Germany www.ironman.com/ruegen70.3 www.facebook.com/ironman70.3ruegen www.ruegen.de

> IRONKIDS

The two-loop course takes you from Binz across Prora, where you will turn westwards to Bergen, the capital of Ruegen, with its famous and charming timber frame constructions. In Putbus, athletes will pass the attractive white buildings and the palace garden. The avenues offer a unique scenery - like tunnels of leaves. LOOPS

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400 m

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RUN COURSE // 21.1 K The flat run course offers a beautiful view over the Baltic Sea, guaranteeing fast split times. Thousands of spectators will cheer for you all along the course. The athletes garden is located directly at the beach - a perfect place to relax after the race. LOOPS

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13 September 2015

IRONMAN WALES Pembrokeshire/Wales Founded: 2011 Race Director: Kevin Stewart

The up close run course in the narrow streets of Tenby is something special.

SWIM COURSE // 3.8 K A beach start leads athletes to a two-lap triangular swim with an Australian exit on the beach after the first lap. After completing the second lap the cliffs provide an additional challenge for the athletes as they pass through Tenby to transition. Due to the long run to transition athletes are allowed to use footwear.

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 15°C Spectators: 40000

WALES/UK

Pembrokeshire is the host county for IRONMAN Wales and is rightly famous for its coastline, protected by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Parks authority and boasts more castles than any other county in the UK. The race is based out of the beautiful town of Tenby and the race has quickly gained a reputation with a challenging bike and run course and a sea swim. It is also famous for the enthusiasm of the local residents in hosting the event. The crowds have turned out in huge numbers for the start of the race, on Tenby’s North Beach which overlooks the harbour and is talked about as being the most iconic setting for an IRONMAN swim anywhere in the world. SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS

CONTACT: IRONMAN Ltd Airfield House, Kingston Business Park Kingston Bagpuize, Abingdon United Kingdom

SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

17°C

BIKE COURSE // 180 K The bike course is gaining a reputation as one of the most demanding in the world. With its constant uphills, downhills and twisty turns it is a test of concentration as well as fitness. The course is one long loop of 110km with the athletes repeating the last 70km to bring them back to transition in Tenby. The support on the course is second to none with cheering crowds gathering across Pembrokeshire to support athletes for their efforts. LOOPS

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2100 m

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RUN COURSE // 42.2 K The run course leaves transition and climbs up to New Hedges, running alongside the bike course for a section. Turning into the village of New Hedges, athletes descend into the town and down past the swim area to the harbour. A winding run through the lanes of Tenby town and its main square completes each circuit. The four lap course is certainly challenging but the support is exceptional. LOOPS

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350 m

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19 September 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 LANZAROTE SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Lanzarote/Spain Founded: 2012 Race Director: Kenneth Gasque

WC Slots: 35 Avg. Air. Temp: 25°C Spectators: 5000

The swim is a one-loop course in the safe sea water lagoon in front of Club La Santa.

LANZAROTE/SPAIN

SWIM-TYPE:

LAKE

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

22°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K

Enjoy extremely amazing volcanic views and sky colours.

IRONMAN 70.3 Lanzarote starts and finishes at the most complete and impressive sports and active holiday resort in the world, Club La Santa. This holiday paradise for active people with more than 30 sports

The course, challenging athletes with the strong island winds, goes all around the north part of the island with the stunning climb to Tabayesco, 550 m from km 44,3 to km 56,1. Participants will enjoy amazing views and will have lots of support from the volunteers along the way.

and exercise facilities provided to choose from, is perfect not only for

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the athlete in training but also for the family and supporting friends to

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550 m

come and enjoy an active holiday under the sun while the athlete races

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at IRONMAN 70.3 Lanzarote. After a smooth swim in the seawater lagoon in front of Club La Santa, on the North West coast of Lanzarote,

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K

the bike course is extremely challenging with strong winds all around

Starting and finishing on the stadium of Club La Santa, through the south reception and along the two Olympic size outdoor swimming pools of the resort, the course goes on the road to the awesome fishermen’s village of La Santa, providing beautiful views of the ocean under the intense Lanzarote sun, with the impressive support of the spectators alongside the run in the village.

the north part of the island. It goes along the beautiful Famara beach, including a stunning climb, up to Tabayesco and the Mirador de Haria, amazing volcanic views and lots of support from volunteers along the CONTACT: Club La Santa Avda Krogager s/n Tinajo 35560 Canary Islands Spain

way. The run course consists of three laps of 7 km each through the

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> IRONKIDS

fishermen‘s village of La Santa, with breathtaking views of the ocean and hot Lanzarote sun. SIDE EVENTS:

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20 September 2015

IRONMAN 70.3 PULA SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Pula/Croatia Founded: 2015 Race Director: Željko Bijuk

Feel like a modern gladiator coming into the Arena to celebrate your own victory!

WC Slots: 35 Avg. Air. Temp: 24°C Spectators: 25000

PULA/CROATIA

After swimming in a protected coastal bay, awarded with the blue flag – a recognition for very clean beaches and clear blue sea water - a very fast one-loop bike course will follow, taking you through several small picturesque villages, old cypresses avenues and inland vineyards, which will lead you straight back to the marina of Pula. The three-lap (flat at sea level) run course will lead through the more than 3000 years old town of Pula. Enjoy your run while passing many attractions such as the Augustus Temple, the triumphal arc and the amphitheatre (Arena), which is the sixth by size in the world, and surely one of the most beautiful ones. The finish line is located in the Arena, being emotional

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greeted by the supporters and spectators while waiting for you in a fantastic atmosphere. Have you ever wondered what it is like to enter an amphitheatre as a finisher of an IRONMAN? Imagine the deafening sound, the excitement, the emotions and the adrenalin.

Athletes head straight into the crystal-clear water at Ambrela Verudela beach, swimming in a protected coastal bay, awarded with the blue flag – a recognition for very clean beaches and clear blue sea water. SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

22°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K The very fast one-loop bike course will follow, leading through several small picturesque villages, old cypresses avenues and inland vineyards, taking you straight back to the harbor of Pula in front of the amphitheatre. LOOPS

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RUN COURSE // 21.1 K After entering T2 back in the marina of Pula, the three-lap run course will start taking you through the old town of Pula, where almost every stone has a story to tell. After a short run through the marina, you will pass many attractions such as the Augustus Temple, the triumphal arc, the Hercules gate, beautiful arranged parks and the unique finish line in the amphitheatre, where your adrenaline will burst your veins of happiness. LOOPS

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10 m

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26 September 2015

THOMAS COOK IRONMAN MALLORCA SWIM COURSE // 3.8 K

Alcudia/Spain Founded: 2014 Race Director: Pascal Morillon

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 24°C Spectators: 25000

The two-loop course in the bay of Alcudia includes an „Australian Exit”. Enjoy the sunrise in the crystal clear water of the Mediterranean Sea.

ALCUDIA, MALLORCA

SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

21°C

BIKE COURSE // 180 K

Mallorca - the „European Kona”

Being added to the European race schedule in 2014, IRONMAN Mallorca appeared to be very popular among long distance triathletes. The sold-out race became nicknamed „European Kona” within its very first edition. Mediterranean climate, crystal clear water, the beautiful bay of Alcudia, a breathtaking bike course with challenging climbs and flat parts, and a run course along the beach - this course, popular and well

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1400 m

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known from the IRONMAN 70.3 race, offers perfect conditions for a

RUN COURSE // 42.2 K

high-class event. Alcudia has become truly a triathlon hot spot,

Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of the beach and the city of Alcudia, passing hot spots and being cheered by thousands of spectators. The amazing finish line, located at the beach of Alcudia will guarantee unforgettable moments, when you will realize: „You are an IRONMAN”!

with the season-opening IRONMAN 70.3 race and the late-season IRONMAN race as well as a popular training destination all over the year. The race and the warm hospitality of the Spanish inhabitants make your stay to an unforgettable experience.

CONTACT: IRONMAN Germany GmbH Steinheimer Vorstadt 34-36 63456 Hanau Germany

Including steep climbs and fast downhill segments as well as long and flat parts, the bike course offers a beautiful view of the northeastern part of Mallorca.

SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS

LOOPS

ELEVATION

10 m

DIFFICULTY

www.ironman.com/mallorca www.facebook.com/IRONMANMallorca www.alcudiamallorca.com

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04 October 2015

IRONMAN BARCELONA SWIM COURSE // 3.8 K

Calella/Spain Founded: 2009 Race Director: Agustí Pérez & Jordi Pérez

WC Slots: 50 Avg. Air. Temp: 22°C Spectators: 30000

The single-lap 3,800 m swim in the warm waters of the Mediterranean Sea starts and finishes on the beach of Calella.

CALELLA/SPAIN

SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

17°C

BIKE COURSE // 180 K

One of the most fast races.

IRONMAN Barcelona will showcase a historic and culturally rich region of Spain. The village of Calella of the Barcelona-Maresme region, on Spain’s eastern coastline on the Mediterranean Sea, hosts what promises to be one of the most spectacular IRONMAN race venues on the circuit. While visiting Barcelona, there are endless activities and sights

There will be two laps heading southward from Calella, hugging the coastline to Barcelona. The course is flat and the speed is perfect for Time Trial Bikes and Aero Wheels. LOOPS

ELEVATION

400 m

DIFFICULTY

to see in this extraordinary region of the world. Exploring the exhilarating architecture of the countless World Heritage Protected buildings that span the Romanesque and Gothic and Modernisme eras will leave you breathless. The museums, cathedrals, markets, bazaars, shops and numerous walking tours will keep you busy by day, while the abundance of local and worldly culinary opportunities available will satisfy everyone’s tastes. CONTACT: Tritlon Spain S.L. C/ Watt 10 Pineda de Mar 8397 Spain/Catalonia/Barcelona Spain

RUN COURSE // 42.2 K A three-laps 42.1 km run from Calella to Sta. Susanna, that follows the Mediterranean Sea. LOOPS

ELEVATION

DIFFICULTY

SIDE EVENTS: > IRONKIDS

www.ironman.com/barcelona www.facebook.com/IRONMANBarcelona www.barcelonaesmoltmes.cat

25 October 2015

GLORIA IRONMAN 70.3 TURKEY SWIM COURSE // 1.9 K

Antalya/Turkey Founded: 2015 Race Director: Johann Essl & Cem Adabük

WC Slots: 30 Avg. Air. Temp: 23°C Spectators: 20000

An open water swim course in the beautiful azure sea off Belek Beach Park

ANTALYA/TURKEY

SWIM-TYPE:

OCEAN

AVG. WAT. TEMP.:

24°C

BIKE COURSE // 90.1 K

The perfect end of season race and holiday combination

In 2015, IRONMAN 70.3 will be taken to the cradle of civilization for the first time - to the ancient cities and the azure seas of the Antalya coast. On the high-end training grounds of Gloria Sports Arena, where history and the future are one. Being held in late October, this race is a perfect opportunity for all those who want to stretch their season further into the autumn month. It offers a great possibility to combine racing with a holiday with the family or dear ones to give something back for the support over a long and strenuous season. The perfect travel infrastructure in the Antalya region offers easy accessibility. The lack of visa requirements for Russian citizens should allow athletes to focus on the race rather than on bureaucratic acts. SIDE EVENTS:

CONTACT: TURSET PROJECT MANAGEMENT Turset Plaza Perge boulvard NO 86 Antalya Turkey www.ironman.com/turkey70.3 www.facebook.com/IMEurope

A fast one-loop bike course that passes by the ancient amphitheatre of Aspendos and winds it´s way through beautiful canyons into the back-country of Antalya LOOPS

ELEVATION

350 m

DIFFICULTY

RUN COURSE // 21.1 K Starting a two-loop run over the 45 hole golf course of Gloria Golf Resort and finishing in the newly built stadium of the Gloria Sports Arena LOOPS

ELEVATION

10 m

DIFFICULTY

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