Triathlons World Heritage in Spain

13 Spanish cities that are a World Heritage Site by Unesco and in each of them a triathlon is celebrated

 

In the following article we present a "triathlon-cultural" tour through the 13 Spanish cities that are a World Heritage Site by Unesco, in each of them we can find some triathlon or dualton test, therefore the ideal excuse for a triathlete in addition to competing to take advantage of these cities of such cultural value worldwide.

Úbeda and Baeza

In Andalusia, these two twin cities make up an important Renaissance monumental complex made up of palaces and churches from the 16th and 17th centuries.

The past 21 of February was celebrated the duathlon of Ubeda sprint distance. The winners were Juan Salvador Diaz and Virginia Vilches.

http://www.triatlonandalucia.org/competiciones/iii-duatl%C3%B3n-vialterra-%C3%BAbeda

Photo: www.jaenparaisointerior.es

 

Alcalá de Henares

It is the birthplace of Cervantes, author of the most important work of Spanish literature "Don Quixote." In Alcalá de Henares we can find property it is a clear example of 16th century Castilian housing. We can also know the oldest comedy box in Europe. The University and the historic site they are part of the UNESCO list.

The Complutum Triathlon Club organizes the Duatlon Cross Populas of Alcalá de Henares. This year will be the V edition, and the competition runs near the historic center, but not by him, but by the banks of the River Henares. The competition consists of 3km of carrear on foot, 18 by BTT and 2,5 by foot.

http://www.complutumtriatlon.org/duxpah.php

Photos: travel.theperiodico.com

Santiago de Compostela

The end for thousands of pilgrims who make the Camino de Santiago every year. They say that the remains of the apostle Santiago are in the Cathedral, a splendid example of Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical. his Old City It is a World Heritage Site.

The 5 Saturday in March will be held the fourteenth edition of the Cidade de Santiago duathlon, sprint distance. Like most Galician competitions, it always has a large elite participation.

http://fegatri.org/event/xiv-duatlon-cidade-de-santiago/?instance_id=955

Photo: fsensations.com

San Cristobal de la Laguna

The origin of the original urbanism of Hispanic America is found in this city of the Canary Islands. The sober beauty of its buildings speaks of its past as a nexus of cultures.

In this city we have not found any triathlon, the closest is San Andrés, the Ocean Lava Tenerife. The competition will be held on Sunday 6 de maro and consists of 2 different triathlons of various distances, Olympic and MD. AND

http://www.trisantacruz.org

Photo: lalaviajera.com

 

Ávila

A clear example of the medieval villas. Its wall is the best preserved in Europe. The old city and churches outside the walls They are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

The next 2 of April to the 16: 30h will be played the 1st edition of the Duathlon by Avila Teams, that is to say as CRE, under sprint distance (5 + 20 + 2,5)

https://www.rockthesport.com/evento/duatlonequiposavila2016

Photo: patrimoniocastillayleon.com

Mérida

City heir to the splendor of the ancient Roman Empire. Its emblematic buildings like the Teatro novel or Amphitheater, they make your Archaeological set, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is one of the best preserved in Spain.
 

On May 28, the VII edition of the Mérica Capital Iberoamericana Cultural Gastronomic Triathlon will take place. Its winners have always been the highest Extremaduran level with visits from Andalusian triathletes, and it has also been the starting point for many novice triathletes. In this edition it will develop the two tests that it has been developing in other editions, with one in Sprint distance and the other shorter in SuperSprint distance.

http://triatlonextremadura.com/evento/vii-triatlon-merida-capital-iberoamericana-cultura-gastronomica/

Photo: turismoextremadura.com

Caceres

La Old City It is considered a World Heritage Site. We also recommend the visit also at night, for the special beauty of its lighting. Fortresses, Renaissance palaces and squares of medieval flavor ... In short, an indescribable monumental catalog.

The 4 of June will be disputed the III edition of Cáceres Triathlon Historic City organized by CN Caceres. The Guadiloba Reservoir will be the chosen one to make the swim segment, and they will head to Cáceres through the N521, where they will enter their Plaza Mayor to leave the bicycles in this and make the last race segment on foot, through the Old Part of the City and the Paseo de Cánovas, finishing the test in the Plaza Mayor de Cáceres.

http://triatlonextremadura.com/evento/6351/

Photo: diarium.usal.es

Salamanca

In 1254 his University, one of the oldest in the world. Since then he has marked the life of this city, along with another of his jewels: Plaza Mayor. Its historic center, Old City, is cataloged by UNESCO.

Last year took place the 1st edition of the Challenge Castilla y León Triathlon City of Salamanca, a half distance of 1,9km of swimming, 90 of cycling and 21 of running. His winners were the triathlete from Salamanca Alberto Bravo and the Kona Finisher'15 from Madrid Marina Leboso. In 2016 the competition will be held on June 19.

https://www.rockthesport.com/evento/ii-desafio-castilla-y-leon-ciudad-de-salamanca
 

Photo www.salamanca.com

 

Toledo

Muslims, Jews and Christians coexisted in harmony for centuries, leaving their indelible marks on the streets, monuments and buildings of this capital. Distinguished by UNESCO its historic city.

On June 19, the 1,9st edition of the Toledo Triathlon will be held, a medium-distance competition, 50km in the Cazalegas reservoir, 90 km from the capital of Toledo, then 21km of cycling through a spectacular route, following the path from the Tagus river until reaching the capital of Toledo. The last sector of the event, the foot race, with a route of 3 km, consisting of 7 laps of XNUMX km. TOLEDO

http://toledoestriatlon.es/

Photo: www.toledo-turismo.com

 

Cordova

Su historical Center It has been declared a World Heritage Site. In this city, which under Muslim rule was an important nucleus of power, is a masterpiece of Caliphal art: The Mosque - Cathedral.

The June 26 will host the 4th edition of the Ciudad de Córdoba Triathlon. The competition is sprint distance.

http://www.triatlonandalucia.org/competiciones/iv-triatl%C3%B3n-ciudad-de-c%C3%B3rdoba

Photo: www.primacia.org

 

Tarragona

What was called Tarraco, in the ancient Roman Empire, today has an impressive Archaeological set considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. his Circus y Amphitheater they are a sample of its important monumental wealth.

The August 6 will hold a new test of the Skoda Triathlon Series in Tarragona, there will be both sprint and Olympic triathlon.

http://www.triatlo.org/competicions/informacio/Informacio.aspx?idcompeticio=160077

Photo: www.femturisme.cat

 

Cuenca

Recognized by UNESCO its historic fortified city. It is a city that seems suspended in the air. Their "hanging houses" They demonstrate the ability to transform the environment in perfect integration with nature.

Cuenca is home to one of the oldest triathlons in Spanish triathlon. The 13 of August will be the XXVIII edition, with the classic Olympic distance without drafting (previously called short distance or distance A).

http://www.triatlonclm.org/competicion/xxviii_triatlon_olimpico_de_cuenca___campeonato_regional/263

Photo: www.absolutcuenca.com

 

Ibiza

UNESCO has stood out for its biodiversity and culture. This island is a treasure that all the peoples of the Mediterranean Sea coveted. An exceptional group in which its valuable archaeological sites stand out.

For years Ibiza housed the mythical Home de Ferro, first in IM distance and later the only distance C in Spain. Last year it was Cto. of Spain of LD and this 2016 repeats as national headquarters of long distance. The competition will be the October 23, the last great triathlon of the year.

http://triatlon.org/triweb/index.php/competicion/2016-campeonato-de-espana-de-triatlon-de-larga-distancia-ibiza/

Photo: www.ibizaparadisevillas.com

 

Segovia

La Old City and aqueduct They have deserved the distinction of UNESCO. In particular, the Roman aqueduct is an engineering prodigy. It is built only with stone ashlars, without mortar and joined by an ingenious balance of forces.

This year, at the moment, there is no scheduled test in Segovia capital. In previous years the championship of Castilla y León de Acuatlón has been celebrated several times in the Alameda del Parral.

And, also, the Spanish Championship of Duathlon Time Trial was held by teams, with the boxes and the finish line at the foot of the Aqueduct. 160 teams from all over Spain participated and it was a show.

Photo: www.patrimoniocastillayleon.com

 

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