"Cold-water ocean swim and rolling bike course in the rugged beauty of Calella."
🏊 Schwimmen
Ocean swim in Calella
🚴 Rad
Rolling bike course through Calella region
🏃 Lauf
Run course through Calella
Transition Details
T1/T2 are in the same location · Surface: gravel
Wetter
Typical race-day conditions: 16°C with 77% humidity.
Anmeldung
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The Story
Ironman 70.3 Barcelona takes you to Calella on the Costa Brava, an hour north of Barcelona. The Mediterranean swim off the Catalan coast opens the day in cold ocean water at 14°C. The bike course delivers 600m of climbing — Costa Brava hills through pine-covered Catalan countryside. The run brings you home through Calella, where Calella beachfront with passionate Catalan crowds.
Barcelona's triathlon gateway — Mediterranean swimming, Catalan hills, and a city that lives for sport. Every race has a personality shaped by its geography, its climate, and its people. Ironman 70.3 Barcelona is worth the journey.
"Racing in Calella — the course shows you the real Spain, not the tourist version."
"Barcelona's triathlon gateway — Mediterranean swimming, Catalan hills, and a city that lives for sport."
What It Feels Like
Ironman 70.3 Barcelona in Calella, Spain — an honest rolling course in cool conditions that rewards the well-prepared.
🏊 The Swim
Cold ocean swimming at 14°C. Wetsuits typically permitted and welcome.
🚴 The Bike
Rolling course with 600m of climbing. The rolling terrain rewards steady power output.
🏃 The Run
Through Calella in cool conditions (16°C average). Cooler conditions favour fast running if the bike hasn't broken you.
Legendary Moments
Ironman 70.3 Barcelona Launches
The race comes to Calella, bringing branded half-distance triathlon to Calella on the Costa Brava, an hour north of Barcelona.
💡 Insider Tips
- → Cold water preparation: 14°C requires acclimatisation. Swim in sub-16°C water at least 6-8 times before the race.
- → The 600m of climbing is honest but not extreme. Train for rolling terrain — steady power through undulations.
- → Arrive 2-3 days early to acclimatise and explore Calella. The travel experience is part of the value.
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FAQ
What distance is the Ironman 70.3 Barcelona? +
The Ironman 70.3 Barcelona is a Half Ironman / 70.3 distance triathlon: 1900m swim, 90km bike, and 21.1km run (113km total) in Calella, Spain.
When is the Ironman 70.3 Barcelona? +
The next edition is on October 4, 2026. The race is typically held in October.
Water temperature and wetsuit rules? +
Ocean water at 14°C average. Wetsuits are allowed.
How hilly is the bike course? +
600m of climbing over 90km. Profile: rolling. Drafting not allowed.
What's the weather like on race day? +
8–22°C, 77% humidity, 6% rain chance, 8 km/h winds.
Average finish time? +
Approximately 5h 30m. Varies with conditions and athlete experience.
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