1 month for the IRONMAN Vitoria-Gasteiz

On July 16, the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is preparing to host the fourth edition of the IRONMAN Vitoria-Gasteiz, one of the most prestigious triathlon events in Spain.

Organized by The IRONMAN Group, this event will be broadcast live through the IRONMAN Now channel on YouTube and Facebook, allowing triathlon fans around the world to follow the action in real time.

This year, the IRONMAN Vitoria-Gasteiz will have the exclusive participation of female professional athletes, while the men's competition will take place in another event on the IRONMAN calendar.

A Unique Tour

The IRONMAN Vitoria-Gasteiz is known for its impressive landscapes and the beauty of the city that hosts it.

Most of the course is flat, which, together with the typical climate of the Álava region in summer, makes this event an ideal option for those who want to experience the IRONMAN distance for the first time.

The swimming, cycling and running segments are another of the attractions of this event, each with its own outstanding characteristics.

With start in the Ullibarri-Gamboa lake, Within the Landa Provincial Park, the 3,8-kilometre circuit takes place in an environment of high ecological value due to its oak forests and wetlands located, despite everything, very close to the city.

El 180 kilometer bike ride It runs through the beautiful landscapes of the Álava plain, first skirting Lake Landa and then continuing parallel to the Sierra de Elguea.

In addition, the participants will cross small towns of great cultural and scenic interest, and will pass very close to some sections of the emblematic Camino de Santiago.

Finally, the IRONMAN Vitoria-Gasteiz: The Countdown has StartedThey take place through the busy streets of the center of Vitoria-Gasteiz, making a circuit of four turns through the old part of the municipality.

IRONMAN Vitoria-Gasteiz: The Countdown has Started from the center of the city, also known as Plaza Nueva, where the arrival is epic, due to that warm welcome that the people of Vitoria offer.

An International Event with 1.500 triathletes

With the date of the event getting closer and the last registration days available, an exciting edition of IRONMAN Vitoria-Gasteiz 2023 is expected.

This event will have the participation of more than 1.500 triathletes of 58 different nationalities.

Spanish athletes represent the largest number of participants with 34% of those registered, followed by France and the United Kingdom, with 14,8% and 14% respectively.

In this edition, the increase in the participation of new athletes who venture for the first time in the IRONMAN distance stands out.

In fact, a 42% of those registered will face this challenging distance for the first time, which reflects the growing interest and attraction that this competition generates among triathlon enthusiasts.

From Vitoria to Nice or Kona

The IRONMAN Vitoria-Gasteiz 2023 offers Age Group triathletes the opportunity to compete in the world championship.

A total of will be distributed 100 places in the male category to compete in the VinFast IRONMAN World Championship in Nice (France), which will take place on September 10.

In addition, they will be assigned 50 places for women who wish to participate in the VinFast IRONMAN World Championship in Kona (Hawaii), which will be held on October 14 of this year.

This test continues to be a source of motivation for athletes who seek to surpass their own marks and achieve the dream of competing in the world championships.

The Charm of Vitoria-Gasteiz

Vitoria-Gasteiz, the cultural capital of the Basque Country, It is famous for its abundant nature, its high gastronomic quality and its rich historical heritage.

This thousand-year-old city retains much of its medieval design, with a peculiar almond shape and remains of its walls dating from the XNUMXth century. Furthermore, it is a Gothic, Renaissance, Neoclassical and modern city, with an enviable cultural offer.

Vitoria-Gasteiz is surprising “by nature”. Its citizens enjoy more than 42 square meters of green space per person, which makes it the European city with the largest extension of consolidated park.

It also offers almost 50 kilometers of lanes for walking, go by bike and, in this way, whet your appetite to taste and enjoy its incredible gastronomy.

In addition, the proximity to the Salburua park makes this location an ideal place for competitors and for the test.

More information in https://www.ironman.com/im-vitoria