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IRONMAN 70.3 Zell am See-Kaprun

IRONMAN 70.3 Zell am See-Kaprun takes place on Sun, Aug 30, 2026 in Zell am See, Austria. The main route is 113 km.

Date
Sun, Aug 30, 2026
Start
Zell am See 🇦🇹
Distance
113 km
Climbing
870 m
Level
Open to all
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Experience IRONMAN 70.3 Zell am See-Kaprun's dynamic course: a 1.9 km swim in Lake Zell, a challenging 90.1 km bike ride through alpine terrain including the Filzensattel, and a scenic 21.1 km run along the lake's edge.

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What this race demands

IRONMAN 70.3 Zell am See-Kaprun demands sustained aerobic power and technical proficiency across a 1.9 km swim, a 90.1 km alpine bike leg, and a 21.1 km run. Athletes must manage significant climbing on the bike and maintain pacing through varied terrain in late August.

Alpine Climbing

The 90.1 km bike course includes the Filzensattel through alpine terrain, requiring sustained climbing output and efficient descending skills.

Aerobic Durability

Covering the 113 km total distance requires continuous multi-sport endurance, transitioning effectively from a 1.9 km swim to a demanding bike leg and finishing with a 21.1 km run.

Late Summer Heat Management

An August race date in Austria means athletes must manage core temperature and hydration effectively across a duration that will likely exceed four hours for most competitors.

Averaging 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrate per hour is required to sustain energy levels across the expected four to seven hours of continuous racing.

Estimated finish times

Competitive (~4.2+ W/kg)4:15–4:45
Strong Age-Grouper (~3.2–3.8 W/kg)4:50–5:30
Mid-Pack (~2.5–3.0 W/kg)5:35–6:30
First-timer / Finisher6:35–7:45

Estimates by level, not promises. Your own number depends on your fitness on the day.

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