"Cold-water ocean swim and hilly bike course in the rugged beauty of Palma."
🏊 Swim
Ocean swim in Palma
🚴 Bike
Bike course through Palma
🏃 Run
Run through Palma
Transition Details
T1/T2 are in the same location · Surface: pavement
Weather
Typical conditions in Palma
Registration
https://www.example.com/palma-triathlon-olympic
The Story
Palma is not the first place most people think of when they imagine triathlon. But stand at the swim start. The 1500m swim sends you into cold open ocean at 14°C — bracing — the kind of cold that sharpens focus. The 40km bike packs 462m of elevation gain — a seriously hilly course that separates climbers from time-triallists. A 10km flat run finishes what the bike started. Humidity sits around 77% — the air itself feels like resistance. The city delivers: turquoise bay swim, La Seu cathedral dominating the skyline, sea-salt air. A course that proves you don't need an Ironman to find your limits.
"Palma doesn't need to be the biggest race. It just needs to be honest. And it is."
What It Feels Like
A olympic course that reflects Palma: Mallorcan sunshine on a cathedral-shadowed course. It suits a wide range of athletes — accessible enough for a strong first-timer, honest enough to challenge a veteran. Race it once and you'll understand why people return.
🏊 The Swim
A 1500m ocean swim in cold saltwater at 14°C. Conditions are typically calm, though ocean swells can appear. Sight off the buoys — the open water offers few reference points.
🚴 The Bike
40km with 462m of climbing — a seriously hilly course that rewards power-to-weight over pure wattage. The climbs are the race; the descents are recovery. Come with climbing legs or come with patience.
🏃 The Run
A 10km flat run through Palma. After the bike, flat ground feels like a gift — until the pace catches up. The run rewards negative splitting: start conservative, finish strong, pass people in the final kilometres.
💡 Insider Tips
- → Water temperature averages 14°C. Acclimatise with cold-water swims in training — your first 200m will set the tone for the entire race. A neoprene cap under your swim cap makes a real difference.
- → The bike has 462m of climbing — don't underestimate the cumulative toll on your legs. Keep your cadence high on the climbs and save your quads for the run. A compact crankset with a 28+ cassette is worth considering.
- → Ocean conditions can change on race morning. Practice dolphin-diving through shore break and body-surfing to shore on the return. Sight frequently — ocean swells can push you off-line without you realising.
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FAQ
What distance is the Palma Triathlon Olympic? +
The Palma Triathlon Olympic is a Olympic Distance distance triathlon: 1500m swim, 40km bike, and 10km run (51.5km total) in Palma, Spain.
When is the Palma Triathlon Olympic? +
Typically held in April on a Sunday.
Water temperature and wetsuit rules? +
Ocean water at 14°C average. Wetsuit rules are conditional.
How hilly is the bike course? +
462m of climbing over 40km. Profile: hilly. Drafting not allowed.
What's the weather like on race day? +
undefined–undefined°C, 77% humidity, 28% rain chance, 7 km/h winds.
Average finish time? +
Approximately 2h 30m. Varies with conditions and athlete experience.
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