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Challenge Cesenatico

Sun, 16 May 2027Cesenatico, Italy

Overview

With its port canal designed by Leonardo da Vinci and an Adriatic coastline defined by golden beaches, Cesenatico is a highlight of the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy

Race information

Challenge Cesenatico is where world-class racing meets authentic Italian atmosphere. Set on the stunning Adriatic coast, the event offers fast, fair courses designed for personal bests, from a smooth sea swim to a scenic bike and vibrant run through the heart of town. With passionate local support, flawless organisation, and legendary hospitality, Challenge Cesenatico delivers an unforgettable race experience for athletes of all levels.

5 reasons to race

Renowned cycling destination and host of the second stage of the Tour de France 2024 Endless golden beaches for the ultimate post-race holiday Unforgettable fast flat run through the spectators along the beachfront Unbeatable Italian atmosphere A technical and hilly bike course in the hills above the coastline

Race categories

100 distance

Junior Challenge

Sprint distance

Route

Typical race-day conditions

Air 20 °C · Water 18 °C

Race distances

100 distance: 2 km swim · 80 km bike · 18 km run Sprint distance: 750 m swim · 20 km bike · 5 km run

Swim course

The 1.9 km swim will start from the Cesenatico Beach.

Bike course

Entirely designed in the hills of Romagna, a region of breathtaking beauty. This unique route will captivate you, with its picturesque landscapes, the technical challenges and the festive atmosphere of which this land is unlike any other. The route crosses through the regions of Cesena, Longiano, Gambettola and Gatteo.

Run course

The final 21km run course will be a totally flat multilap on the Cesenatico seafront packed with spectators allowing the athletes to soak up the atmosphere as it drives them to the finish line on Viale Carducci.
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