IRONMAN 70.3 Versailles will debut in 2026 with the finish line in front of the Palace of Versailles
El calendar HOMBRE DE HIERRO The IRONMAN 70.3 series will add a new race in France in 2026, with an unusual setting: the Palace of Versailles. The first edition of IRONMAN 70.3 Versailles will take place on July 12, 2026, with the finish line located in front of the historic château.
IRONMAN has confirmed the addition of this new European venue, which will take advantage of one of the country's most recognizable locations for a middle-distance race.
The event will be held in the middle of summer and is part of the expansion of the 70.3 circuit in iconic destinations across the continent.
During the Paris Olympics In 2024, the Palace of Versailles and its gardens hosted equestrian competitions, and since then the potential of the setting for high-level sporting events has been highlighted. IRONMAN has now taken the definitive step with a half-distance race.
A tour with its own identity
Swimming will be done in the Pièce d'Eau des SuissesA large pond located within the Versailles complex, which has already hosted short-format triathlon and aquathlon events in previous years. These events will continue to be held, according to the organizers, on different dates.
The cycling segment will take place along the Chevreuse Valley, an area known for its rolling terrain and open roads, which suggests a fast but not completely flat route.
The footrace will once again take place alongside the Pièce d'Eau des Suisses and through the Potager du Roi, before heading down the final straight towards the finish line, located on the Avenue de Paris, with the Palace of Versailles as a backdrop.
Expected conditions and circuit profile
According to initial data provided by IRONMAN, the race will take place in typical summer temperatures for the Paris region, with highs around 25°C. The water temperature will be around 21°C, while the run course will be virtually flat, which could favor a steady pace in the final stretch.
The overall layout points to a test accessible to age groupsbut demanding enough to be attractive to triathletes looking for a personal best in the middle distance.
Registration and key date
The Registration will open on February 12, 2026The organization expects high demand, both because of the location and its proximity to Paris and good international connectivity.
With this announcement, IRONMAN strengthens its presence in France and adds a new European event that combines
All information on the official website https://www.ironman.com/races/im703-versailles
