Overview
Experience IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland in Rapperswil-Jona: swim in crystal-clear Obersee, bike a hilly course with stunning views, and run the iconic "Stairway to Heaven."
Swiss Riviera Stunner Dive into the IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland and experience a race like no other in the stunning city of Rapperswil-Jona. Start with a swim in the crystal-clear waters of Obersee, followed by a hilly bike course that offers incredible views of the surrounding landscape. The run takes you through the charming medieval town, along the lakeside, and up the famed "stairway to heaven" before crossing the exhilarating finish line. With its picturesque scenery and well-organized event, Rapperswil-Jona provides an unforgettable experience for athletes and spectators alike.
Race categories
113K
IRONMAN 70.3
- Schedule
Friday, 5 June 2026
6:30 AM - 8 AM · Jogging, Yoga, Bootcamp by Rapperswil erwacht · Lido, Swim Start 2 PM - 6:45 PM · Registration Individual & Relay · SGKB Arena 2 PM - 7 PM · IRONMAN Merchandise Shop · IRONMAN Village 2 PM - 7 PM · IRONMAN Expo & Info Point · IRONMAN Village 2 PM - 7 PM · Food Village · IRONMAN Village 2 PM - 7 PM · Bike Mechanic · IRONMAN VillageSaturday, 6 June 2026
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM · IRONKIDS Race · IRONMAN Village 10 AM - 6 PM · IRONMAN Merchandise Shop · IRONMAN Village 10 AM - 6 PM · IRONMAN Expo · IRONMAN Village 10 AM - 6 PM · Info Point · IRONMAN Village 10 AM - 7 PM · Food Village · IRONMAN Village 10 AM - 5:45 PM · Registration Individual & Relay · SGKB Arena 10 AM - 6 PM · Check In (bike & bag) Individual & Relay · Transition 10 AM · ROUVY Community Run & Brunch · IRONMAN Expo 11 AM - 11:45 AM · Yoga Session by Yogaloft GmbH · Swim Start 2 PM · Last race updates and Q&A session · Food Village / IRONMAN VillageSunday, 7 June 2026 – Race day
6:00 AM - 7 PM · Info Point · IRONMAN Village 6 AM - 7 PM · Food Village · IRONMAN Village 6 AM - 7:50 AM · Transition open · Transition 6 AM - 11 AM · Bike mechanic service · Transition 7:55 AM · START Group 1 (individual starters only) · Swim Start 8:00 AM · START Group 2 (individual starters and relay starters) · Swim Start 8:25 AM · START Group 3 (individual starters and relay starters) · Swim Start 8:45 AM · START Group 4 (individual starters and relay starters) · Swim Start 9:10 AM · START Group 5 (individual starters and relay starters) · Swim Start 9:25 AM · START Group 6 (individual starters and relay starters) · Swim Start 10 AM - 17 PM · Fan Corner · IRONMAN Village 10 AM - 5 PM · IRONMAN Merchandise Shop · IRONMAN Village 9 AM - 5:30 PM · IRONMAN Expo · IRONMAN Village 11:10 AM · Warm Up Finish Line · Finish Line 12:30 PM - 6 PM · Massage · SGKB Arena 3 PM - 6:30 PM · Bike Check Out Individual & Relay · Transition 5:10 PM · CUT OFF Individual & Relay · Finish Line 5:30 PM · Award ceremony · IRONMAN Village Subsequently · Slot Allocation · IRONMAN Village- Route
Swim
Lake
Bike
Hilly
Run
Rolling
Typical race-day conditions
Air 12–24 °C · Water 17 °CSwim course
Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Obersee for a refreshing and scenic swim. This stunning lake offers a smooth, buoyant experience with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.Bike course
Ride through a challenging and scenic bike course, featuring rolling hills and panoramic views. The route combines demanding climbs with rewarding descents, showcasing the beautiful Swiss landscape at every turn. Cut off time (Swim + T1 + Bike): 5h15 Intermediate cut-offs: 12:55 - turning point/start 2nd lap of bike course 13:45 - at Aid Station Golden Station on the 2nd lap of the bike course 14:55 - at bike-finish Please ALWAYS respect residents and other traffic (also when on training rides).Run course
Navigate a captivating run through the medieval streets of Rapperswil-Jona, along the picturesque lakeside, and up the famous "stairway to heaven." This course combines historic charm with stunning views, culminating in a triumphant finish.- Cutoff times
Swim: 1h10
Swim + T1 + Bike + T2 + Run: 7h30 Intermediate cut-offs: 16:05 - at the start of the 2nd lap of the run course 16:40 - at the corner Gaswerkstrasse/Riedstrasse (at the height of the event area)
Update history
3 Oct 2026
Venue changed: Rapperswil-Jona, Switzerland → IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland, Rapperswil-Jona
3 Oct 2026
Time changed: 6 June at 0:00 → 6 June at 4:00
IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland
Sun, 6 Jun 2027