Access and parking

Motorists are asked to respect the road signs and parking instructions provided by the security guards.

More information on car parks: https://trilausanne.ch/cms/fr/trafic

Bathing cap

Each participant receives a bathing cap in the colour of his category when the bibs are handed out. Each athlete is required to wear this cap during the swimming part. These bathing caps are offered by the organizers and can be kept by the participants after the race.

More information about the other categories (GA, elites): https://www.triathlon.org/about/downloads

Changing rooms and showers

Bellerive swimming pool

The changing rooms are not supervised, personal padlock advised.

The changing rooms are only accessible on presentation of the bib.

Course

ITU Elite Men and Women
Swim: 2 loops= 1.5 km
Bike: 7 loops= 40 km
Run: 4 loops= 10 km

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ITU Junior Men and Women
Swim: 1 loop= 750 m
Bike: 4 loops= 20 km
Run: 2 loops= 5 km


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ITU U23 Men and Women
Swim: 2 loops= 1,5 km
Bike: 8 loops= 40 km
Run: 4 loops= 7 km 

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ITU Paratriathlon 
Swim: 1 loop= 750 m
Bike : 3 loops= 20 km
Run: 3 loops= 5 km

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ITU U23/Junior Mixed Relay
Swim: 1 loop= 300 m
Bike: 1 loop= 4,8 km
Run: 1 loop= 800 m 

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AG Standard distance
Swim: 1 loop= 1.5 km
Bike: 2 loops= 40 km
Run: 2 loops = 10 km
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AG Sprint distance
Swim: 1 loop= 750 m
Bike: 2 loops= 20 km
Run: 1 loops = 5 km

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Open Race Individual & Relay
Swim: 1 loop= 400 m
Bike: 3 loops= 15 km
Run: 1 loop= 4 km

Doping controls

Doping controls are possible at any time and participants must submit to them regardless of whether or not they hold a Swiss Triathlon licence. If you are selected for doping control, someone will contact you and inform you that you have been selected for doping control. The Doping Control Officer will explain the procedure to you, but you should be aware that you have certain rights and responsibilities. More information on the ITU Anti-Doping Regulations can be found at: https://triathlon.org/agegroup/anti_doping

For elites, doping control will be conducted in accordance with ITU/WADA rules and the Swiss Anti-Doping Regulations. It will take place at the Mövenpick Hotel.

Drafting

Drafting is prohibited according to the rules of the International Triathlon Federation (ITU) except for the Open Race category.

Insurance/security

Participants must have their own liability, accident and health insurance providing the necessary coverage for their participation in the Lausanne Triathlon. The organizer declines all responsibility in the event of an accident, fall, loss, theft, etc.

Wearing a helmet is mandatory

License

No license is required for the 2019 open races.

Medal ceremonies - Navigation Place

Medal ceremonies take place at the end of each competition.

There is no medal ceremony for the open race.

Opening & closing ceremony - TriExpo

Opening Ceremony - Parade of Nations : Thursday 29th August 18:30 - 22:00

Closing ceremony: Sunday, 1st September 20:15 - 23:00

Prizes and rewards

Each participant receives a bag and automatically participates in the big contest.

The first three in each category (except for the open race) will be awarded with a medal at the protocol ceremonies.

In addition, each participant in the AG category also receives a medal at the end of their race.

Race number collection

Location: on the Place de Bellerive, under the bib tent

Schedules:

Open race

Thursday 29 August: 17:00 - 18:00
Friday, August 30: 15:30 - 17:30

AG Sprint Distance

Thursday 29 August: 08:00 - 17:00
Friday, August 30: 08:00 - 15:00

AG Standard Distance

Friday, August 30: 11:00 - 19:00
Saturday, August 31: 08:00 - 17:00

All Elite Athletes briefings will take place at the Olympic Museum on Thursday 29th August. Athletes briefing will be followed by the packages distribution.

Timekeeping

Each participant must wear his electronic chip at the ankle from start to finish. If this is not the case, the competitor will not be ranked. The organiser reserves the right to prevent a participant without a microchip from starting. This chip must be returned after crossing the finish line. In case of loss or non-return, it will be charged CHF 50.00 + VAT to the participant.

Traffic disruptions

The organisation of the Lausanne Triathlon requires significant logistical resources and this has an impact on traffic in Lausanne. Despite the organisation's efforts to limit disruptions, your car and/or public transport journeys may be affected.

The committee thanks you for your understanding and is at your disposal for any further information at info@trilausanne.ch and 021 315 41 41 41.

Maps and information of the impacted streets

Training sessions

There is no training for the Popular category.

Swimming:

Location: Montchoisi swimming pool (reservation required) and Bellerive swimming pool

Cycling and running:

Many itineraries are available in the city of Lausanne.

You will find here the itineraries according to the categories on Strava.

More information on training

Transition areas

Location: Bellerive Place 
Schedules:
Check-in: 16:15 - 17:45
Check-out: Bicycles and any belongings left in the transition area should be removed between 19:30 and 20:30

Tri Expo - Catering

The village of exhibitors and sponsors is located on the Place de Bellerive. You will also find restaurants and drinking places.

Wetsuits

The ITU regulations are binding for all categories. It can be downloaded under https://www.triathlon.org/about/downloads/category/competition_rules_rules. The decision as to whether or not to wear the suit on D-day is the responsibility of the referees. The information is displayed at the start and announced by the speaker.