Challenge Salou 2026 is entering its final stretch: less than two months until the event on the Costa Daurada
El Challenge Salou The 2026 edition will take place on May 10th on the Costa Daurada and is now in its final stretch with less than two months to go before the start of one of the most popular middle distance triathlons in Spain.
The city of Salou will host the next May 10th a new edition of the Challenge Salou – Costa Daurada, an event that has established itself on the European calendar as one of the competitions of fastest and most popular medium distance of the circuit Challenge Family.
With the race now on the horizon, thousands of triathletes are finalizing their preparations to compete in an event that brings together participants from numerous countries each year and stands out for its organization and a course designed to favor fast paces.
A fast and accessible middle-distance triathlon
The main event is contested over a distance Middle Distance, with a route consisting of 1,9 kilometers of swimming, 83 kilometers of cycling, and 21 kilometers of running.
Swimming takes place in the Llevant beachin the heart of Salou. The cycling segment is characterized by a route fast and practically flat on wide roads closed to traffic, while the running race takes place on the promenade, a circuit very lively with the public.
These characteristics have made the Challenge Salou a very attractive event for both debut in middle distance as if to try to improve personal best.
Several options available over the weekend
The event will offer different formats to suit different triathlete profiles:
- Middle Distance
- Middle Distance Relay (relays)
- Short Distance
- Family Runcharity race the day before
The weekend program will begin on Friday May 8 The expo opens and bib number collection begins on Saturday. Briefings, equipment checks, and the Family Run will take place on Saturday, while the main competition will be held on Sunday morning.
Last weeks to register
With the event getting closer, registrations are still open for triathletes who want to compete in this edition.
In addition, readers of Triathlon News They can take advantage of a special promotion to participate in the test.
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With less than two months to go, the Costa Daurada is preparing to host a new edition of a competition that is already part of the regular calendar for many European triathletes.
