Located in the heart of Kazakhstan on the windswept northern steppe, Astana (formerly known as Nur-Sultan) has been transformed into a 21st-century showpiece. Known for its stunning architecture and marvellous city skyline, Nur-Sultan is a hub of entertainment and business in Kazakhstan. A swim in the Ishrim river and finish on the promenade are highlights of this course, perfectly suited to personal bests.

Transition 1 and bike start are inside the Marina Cabo Marques. The first 600 meters (0.3 miles) of the course are in a hill climb. Immediately after is a bumpy descent, going through Blvd de las Naciones and Viaducto Diamante. The course ends in front of Pierre Mundo Imperial Hotel, where T2 is located.

The pavement is in good condition. Aid stations are located every 8.6 miles approx. The time limit for the bike stage is 5 hours and 30 minutes after the last athlete starts the swimming stage

Fancy a beautiful course through scenic Spanish island villages and sweeping ocean views? The Balearic island of Mallorca is not only a training paradise for triathletes from around the world, but also host to one of the largest IRONMAN 70.3 events in the world, the Zafiro IRONMAN 70.3 Alcúdia-Mallorca. A fast course in magnificent sunny Mallorca, this race has been a global favourite for over a decade.

This fast and flat 56-mile bike course takes you on a tour inland before circling back into Atlantic City via the Atlantic City Expressway. Take in the iconic views of this classic Jersey shore as you complete this fun and speedy course!

Known for its beautiful location at the "Costa del Maresme" and its distinctive lighthouse landmark, Calella is a tourism and sport hotspot. Its golden beaches and mild climate offers a playground for triathlon enthusiasts, with the race offering a great late season challenge thanks to its beautiful sea swim, a flat and fast bike course, and a flat run course along the Calella beachfront.

The IRONMAN 70.3 Bike course takes you through the rolling hills of Boulder County with stunning views of the Flatirons.

Cyclists exit T1 in Palm Cove and head out along Cedar Road onto the Captain Cook Highway heading north to Port Douglas. Athletes continue up the Captain Cook Highway, taking in the breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and seaside rainforest that Tropical North Queensland and IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns is famous for. The undulating, and winding course will take athletes past Ellis Beach to the turnaround point, approximately 2.5km north of Thala Beach. From the turnaround point, cyclists will follow the Captain Cook Highway south, past Palm Cove and through Smithfield, down Sidlaw, Dunne and McGregor Roads before turning on to Yorkeys Knob Road and rejoining the Captain Cook highway down into Cairns CBD and into T2-Fogarty Park, Cairns.

Come race IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga 2023. Chattanooga, known as the Scenic City, features Lookout Mountain, the Tennessee River and endless opportunities to explore. This course brings a unique PR setting downriver 1.4 mile swim, epic rollers on the bike through the historic Chickamauga and a run through downtown Chattanooga. From leisurely adventures or epic all day exploration, there’s something for everyone. Endless adventures for all.​​

Captured on race day, Coeur d'Alene is the best-kept secret on the 70.3 circuits. Escape to this quaint town. As the sun rises over calm and clear Lake Couer d'Alene, you'll see the full beauty of the area with its breathtaking views filled with gorgeous lakes and mountains.

The 90km bike course has 500 metres of elevation, and will take athletes along the river Elbe, before they then complete a two-lap course into the district of Meißen, before heading back to the hub of the crowds in Dresden.

Nestled in the Ruhr metropolitan area of the northwestern German state, North Rhine-Westphalia, the city of Duisburg is perched at the confluence of the Rhine and Ruhr rivers. Home to the world's largest inland port, with 21 docks and 40 kilometres of wharf, the city has become a hotbed for cultural festivals, inspiring events, amusement parks and idyllic lake landscapes. Finish the race in the 'Schauinsland-Reisen-Arena' home to the MSV Duisburg football club, also known as 'Die Zebras'.

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The two-loop 90 km (56 mile) bike course is fast and undulating. The bike course consist of two laps on the M4 highway between SUNCOAST Casino/ M17 and the Umdloti/ M27 intersections. (Access from T1 to the M4 highway is via the beachfront promenade and the Moses Mabhida Stadium pedestrian underpass).

IRONMAN 70.3 Eagleman is the perfect race for first-time triathletes and seasoned veterans alike. Athletes will get comfortable in an open water swim by freestyling their way through the Choptank River. The flat bike course through the wildlife refuge will allow athletes to test their cadence while taking in scenic vistas, and athletes can widen their stride during the 13.1-mile run until they hit the finish line in Gerry Boyle Park. No matter the goal, every moment of race day prepares you for something bigger down the road.​

Home to Egypt's Magical Bay. Embraced by the splendid shore and the dazzling bay, Sahl Hasheesh is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Starting with a swim on the sandy beach of the Red Sea, followed by a perfectly rounded bike route & ending with an exhilarating run on the promenade overlooking the beach. The bike course is a flat 90 km single lap, that will take you through the magnificent desert ride overlooking the Red Sea mountain chasing with the magnificent terrain view.

The one-loop 90 km (56 mile) bike course first leads along the stunning coastline before taking athletes through the Danish countryside. Don't underestimate the smaller climbs that will make up for an entertaining bike ride!

Athletes then transition onto the newly designed one lap 90 km (56 miles) Ventum bike course that leads along the Spree River as athletes experience pristine nature. At the Scharmützelsee, athletes will take the road leading back to the transition zone. With straight roads, this bike course offers a flat and fast course.

The capital of the state of Santa Catarina in the south region of Brazil, Florianópolis is known for its beaches, lagoons and waterfalls. IRONMAN 70.3 Florianopolis offers a stunning course, pristine beaches and sparkling waters that have been attracting athletes from all over the world for years.

The bike course will travel through eastern Polk County on rural roads. Aid stations will be at 18miles, 30 miles and 42 miles. It is an open course with local traffic sharing the roadway, please stay alert. Polk County support and race volunteers will be located on the bike course to help keep athletes safe. Athletes will travel through residential and country roads passing orange groves, lakes and golf courses. (Keep your head up as the course is very fast with only a few gently rolling hills.) Filmed via car.

Hosted in the young and dynamic seaport town on the south coast of the Baltic Sea in Poland, IRONMAN 70.3 Gdynia is known for its electric atmosphere. Featuring a swim in the Gdańsk Bay, athletes can look forward to a challenging bike through Kashubia region and a run traversing the sea boulevards and the busiest streets of Gdynia.

The Bike Course is a 90km, 2 lap course where you head out along the open roads around Geelong. After exiting transition onto Ritchie Boulevard, get ready for your first climb of the day as you head towards the top of Eastern Beach road for some great views of Geelong. Navigate your way through the picturesque Eastern Park Circuit before getting a chance to open up those legs as you turn onto Ryrie Street. Athletes make a sweeping left hand turn onto Point Henry Road that takes you out past the salt lakes and to the Northern tip of the Bay. Athletes then head back down South and make another left hand turn to get back onto Port Arlington Road where it’s a straight shot towards the Curlewis Golf Club where you’ll turn around, head back towards town and do it all over again!

A non-technical bike ride through the Florida pines. The one-lap course is flat and fast with some rolling hills to contend with. The highest point on the course is only 161 feet above sea level as you cross over the intercoastal waterway. As the day progresses light winds will challenge you on your return to transition. Expect a fast bike split and be prepared to stay in your aerobars.

Set sail to your IRONMAN adventure. Known as “The Gate to the World” for centuries, Hamburg fascinates with its open-mindedness and diversity, elegant flair and bustling-city feeling which makes it an exciting race destination to have on one’s bucket list​. The event proudly hosts the IRONMAN European Championship for PRO female athletes, boasting the fastest ever IRONMAN finish time by a PRO female of 08:18:20 by Laura Philipp (GER) in 2022.

This race allows athletes to ride in the shadows of the greats along the northern portion of the legendary IRONMAN World Championship bike course while experiencing the island’s warm hospitality.

Exiting Transition with a short leg in village before heading out to the infamous Queen Ka'ahiumanu Hwy and up to Hawi. Turning around at the top of Hawi and heading straight back to transition.

The bike course is a one loop course that's fast and flat. Athletes leave Lake Cahuilla and travel across flat county roads before hitting the Thermal raceway. Athletes will then head through the City of La Quinta on their way towards the Indian Wells Tennis Gardens.

The single lap 90km bike course heads deep into the rolling Irish countryside, offering a combination of flat and undulating roads with magnificent Emerald Isle views. The course takes athletes around the scenic East Ferry, through the buzzing town center of Youghal, and up the infamously grueling climb at Windmill Hill.

The one-loop 90 km (56 mile) bike course starts on the promenade of Cervia and leads through the countryside of Romagna for one lap. Be sure to take a moment and marvel at the pink flamingos in the picturesque Natural Park of Salt Pans.

The crystal-clear lake Vättern provides a stunning center point for this race, launching athletes into enchanting forests and expansive views over the Swedish countryside. Most notably captured by fairy-tale artist John Bauer, Jönköping's landscape has a sprinkling of magic. Designated a UNESCO biosphere reserve, the area features a total of nine lakes, which athletes will enjoy on the swim, bike, and run courses.

The one-loop 90 km (56 mile) bike course shows why the region carries the nickname "land of a thousand hills". There will be climbs, there will be fast straights and there will be the "Schindelberg" offering you a breathtaking view of the whole region.

Race Under The Nordic Midnight Sun. The one-loop 90 km (56 miles) bike course leads athletes through forests along lakes and across rolling hills surrounded by typical Finnish villages like Hollola, Sairakkala, Kärkölä, Vesala, and Hollola for a second time before heading back to Lahti.

The one loop bike course heads out of Pantai Kok towards Jalan Teluk Yu on a clockwise loop from the Northwest point of the island around the rolling hills of Datai towards the southeastern part of the island. Passing through several local villages ‘Kampungs’, athletes will get a true taste of the colourful sights and sounds and local communities of the island. The aid stations along the bike course are all supported by the local communities in Langkawi.

Athletes will enjoy the local wildlife and winding terrain, passing The Langkawi Falls on route to the Datai turnaround.

The one-loop 90 km (56 mile) bike course takes you to the East of the city and into the Olonne forest. Beyond, the breathtaking French country challenges athletes with some hills and turns.

The one-loop 90 km (56 mile) bike course leads through the heart of the region with vineyards left and right and offers a breath of history: The famous Schengen monument, errected to commemorate the Schengen treaty, is located right at the Ventum bike course.

The bike course is positioned perfectly in the Kennebec River Valley. Athletes will proceed out the Capital, north for a moment, and then cross over the Kennebec River in downtown Augusta. They will then proceed south along the Kennebec River for almost 20 miles. There they will crossover the Kennebec River Bridge westbound towards the town of Richmond. As they pass through Richmond, they will then begin to work their way north back towards the State's Capital all through rolling hills, lakes, and farms.

The one-loop 90 km (56 mile) bike course starts at the famous “Gold Mile” before crossing through the city of Marbella. Athletes will race through Monda, Coín and Cartama before returning to transition in Puerto Banús.

Athletes will exit T1 to begin the first of the 2 laps of the 90km Bike Course by immediately heading South towards the mecca of cycling within Melbourne – Beach Road. The clockwise course will take cyclists South along Melbourne’s coast as they get to chance to take in views of the iconic Half Moon Bay and past the Southern point of Beaumaris before turning around past the old Mentone Hotel.

Athletes will follow Beach Road back to St Kilda before turning around for lap 2 in front of Catani Gardens. The fast, flat and scenic course is some of the best cycling that Melbourne has to offer!

As you exit Shelby Farms Park, the single loop, 90-kilometre bike course offers plenty of scenery along the way. Ride through the rolling hills and embrace the southern charm as you ride out into Fayette County and back into Shelby Farms Park.

Captured on race day and set in a typical European ski village in the style in the heart of the Laurentian Mountains, IRONMAN 70.3 Mont-Tremblant delivers a stunning course and world-class triathlon experience.

Athletes will experience a rolling, scenic course . This 56-mile bike course offers beautiful vistas of the Finger Lake Region while athletes will tour the rural roads of the area. The bike leaves the shores of Seneca Lake and climbs out of the valley before riding over to Cayuga Lake. This is a one loop/lollipop shape course. Be ready for a fast last few miles as athletes decent back to Seneca Lake.

Once on the bike, athletes will embark on the 56-mile journey through Erie and Sandusky Counties. After quickly exiting Sandusky city limits, the course hops on rural roads through delightful Ohio farmland. The one loop course has approximately 790 feet of elevation gain which will make for a flat course.

The State of Oregon is home to some of the most diverse landscape and scenic views in the entire United States. Over 360 state parks and a rugged Pacific Ocean coastline are just a few reasons why Oregon calls the adventurer at heart. Athletes looking for their next adventure will find a 1.2 mile down river swim in the Willamette River, a 56 mile ride through Oregon’s wine country and 13.1 mile run featuring Minto Brown Island Park.

After exiting transition, you will head out onto the bike course via Clarence Street and hit a few rolling hills along Ocean Drive. You will take in the sweeping ocean views and enjoy a picturesque loop down to the Tacking Point Lighthouse before continuing south towards the turnaround in Lake Cathie. You will then return north and tackle the infamous Matthew Flinders Drive climb for the first time before turning for your 2nd lap back in Port Macquarie, and doing it all (including Matthew Flinders) one more time. After your 2nd lap is complete, head back into transition at Westport Park.

Feel the history of Polish triathlon swimming in the Lake Kierskie - the venue of the first ever triathlon competition in the country held in 1984. A flat bike will take you closer to the city centre while the finish and the entire IRONMAN Village will be located in the Poznań International Fair - one of the modern landmarks of the city.

The out-and-back 90.1 km (56 miles) bike course is flat and fast and leads athletes along the majestic coastline of the Indian Ocean with parts of the bike course on the highway that leads from Salalah to Murbatt.

The one-loop 56 mile (90 km) bike course meanders through the heart of the Staffordshire countryside and the Cannock Chase area. It then continues towards Stafford town centre through Great Haywood and Tixall.

Filmed on race day, once out of the water, athletes will take on the 56-mile bike course that will take triathletes onto the rural and scenic roads of northern Berrien and western Van Buren counties. This area is part of the Michigan "fruit belt" and includes numerous farms as well as vineyards and orchards. There is normally a south wind in June, so keep that in mind as you turn south to head back to transition as you may encounter the prevailing winds head-on. The course is mostly flat with some rolling hills.

The cycle leg begins from Transition at Parkyn Parade Park opposite the Mooloolaba Boat Ramp in Mooloolaba and heads out onto the Sunshine Motorway via Mooloolaba Esplanade and Buderim Avenue. The Motorway is fast and smooth with few undulations - perfect for a speedy bike time! Once off the highway, athletes will ride along the beachfront to Maroochydore and back, then back onto Buderim Avenue for a second lap before heading back into Transition in Mooloolaba.

Filmed on the morning of the inaugural Swansea 70.3 Ironman in 2022, the one-loop 56-mile (90km) bike course takes in part of the City Centre before meandering to the Mumbles and eventually the Gower Peninsula. You are assured of stunning scenery as 'The Gower' became the first area in the United Kingdom to be designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1956.

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The two-loop 90 km (56 mile) bike course leads you into the hills right next to the Obersee. As you pass the Rickengebiet via Neuhaus and Goldingen you return to the lake passing Eschenbach and Schmerikon.

The bike course is unique, with a nice mix of city and countryside. The one-loop cycling course starts at Lake Harku, then you cycle in the southern villages, head back to Tallinn and head to transition area 2 in Seaplane Harbour. There are 3 aid stations on the course.

Head west along the Merkel beach road, following its sweet smell of sea air. On the way to the Hercules Caves, you will cross the emblematic Cap Spartel cliff and discover its century and a half old lighthouse and its abundant vegetation. This magical place that dominates the city is where you can contemplate the junction between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Don't let the beauty of the landscape hypnotize you, you will have 90 kilometers to go before reaching your transition point. There you will drop off your bike and begin the final stage of your challenge.

Three refreshment points will be set up to give you the energy and motivation you need, count on our volunteers! Once you have passed all these stages, all you have to do is stay focused and ride to the finish line.

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With 1100m of total elevation, 70.3 Tasmania takes the title as the bike course with the most elevation on the Oceania circuit, so you’ll want to include plenty of climbing in your training. Of course, what goes up must also come down and the views across the River Derwent and back to kunanyi / Mt Wellington, are worth it.

NOTE - Small detour away from circuit at approx. 1hr 40mins into ride before rejoining roughly 5mins later due to race traffic and ensuring athlete safety.

The 90km bike course starts to the cheers of spectators before heading into the rolling farmland surrounding Taupo. The course is described as undulating with enough challenging sections to create a fair race.

The course will take athletes from T1 onto Rifle Range Rd, heading north then right onto Tauhara Rd, slight left onto Broadlands Rd, left at Centennial Dr to a U turn return to Broadlands Rd, left onto View Rd to a U turn returning to Broadlands Rd. You will then head back onto Broadlands Rd towards the turnaround at White Rd.

The return leg will be straight along Broadlands Rd towards Tauhara Rd, left onto Rifle Range Rd to the U turn at the bottom of Rifle Range Rd to start your 2 laps. (Repeat 1st lap) T2 will be on Kaimanawa Reserve just north of your second U turn on Rifle Range Rd.

The flat, yet windy one loop, out-and-back course runs along the Gulf Coast of Texas. Athletes head out of Moody Gardens and bike along the Seawall and hug the Texas coastline, heading south to the end of Galveston Island.

Next, athletes will cross over the San Luis Pass onto the mainland, through undeveloped coastline, before turning around and returning to Moody Gardens.

Tiberias, the city of the Sea of Galilee, lies on the western shores of the Israeli national lake. It is blessed with great weather, warm hospitality and a rich cultural tradition and history. Tiberias is one of the leading tourism cities in Israel and well known worldwide. IRONMAN 70.3 Tiberias offers athletes the opportunity to race around the historic lake and surrounding areas taking in the beauty of this unique destination.

Turkish Hospitality Beckons. This beautiful stretch of Mediterranean coastline along what’s known as the Turkish Riviera is loved for its mild climate, world-famous golf courses, and mixture of ancient sites and modern entertainment. Experience Turkish hospitality, linger in one of the five-star hotels, and enjoy the unique combination of sports and entertainment that this race has to offer. This 90km course takes you towards the former Expo 2016 site. The route is always on well maintained multi-lane roads. There will be two laps of a 35km loop and a short distance in and out. The total elevation gain on the bike course is about 80m as the only climbs are over bridges.

From one of the world’s most powerful historic trade hubs to the modern icon considered the world’s most romantic destination, the Floating City of Venice and the Adriatic seaside retreat of Jesolo, adds an exciting piece to its rich tapestry as it gets ready to welcome glory seekers whose journey takes the form of swim, bike and run.

Tree-lined boulevards laid out in the 19th century, and art-deco buildings such as the Opéra de Vichy, add to the town’s nostalgic feel. Bike through the magnificent and varied landscapes of the Montagne Bourbonnaise and Volcanoes of Auvergne.

Experience the Blue Ridge Mountains like never before while kicking off your season with an epic early summer race at the Carilion Clinic IRONMAN 70.3 Virginia's Blue Ridge. No other bike course on the circuit showcases such natural beauty as athletes Ride The Ridge and take on the famous climb, Bear Wallow Gap. The majestic mountains provide a scenic backdrop for all the outdoor adventures in the Roanoke Valley. Roanoke is the largest city on the world-famous Appalachian Trail and sets the stage for amazing outdoor adventures.

The two-loop 90 km bike course takes athletes along the picturesque coastline between Varkiza and Anavissos. One of the most famous Athenian cycling routes – athletes can look forward to a fast course passing through stunning surroundings never losing sight of the sea before heading back to the Transition Area at Varkiza.

Athletes looking for a beginner-friendly and fast course should look no further than IRONMAN 70.3 Waco. This beautiful Central Texas race takes athletes on a down-river swim, a gentle bike course with a fast descent that leads to an iconic and scenic run course that ends with one of the most picturesque IRONMAN 70.3 finish lines in North America.

A flat and fast bike course will take athletes to transition zone 2 in the city center, showcasing some of the Polish capital’s most famous landmarks, including the Warsaw Citadel, the Old Town, the Royal Castle and the National Stadium.

From the iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge to the stunning beaches and breathtaking Blue Mountains ... Sydney is the perfect destination to stay and play and the Sydney International Regatta Centre is the perfect playing field for a world-class IRONMAN 70.3.

The region of Westfriesland is simply the best Holland has to offer. The landscape is dotted with windmills, polders, and historic and modern villages against a pastoral backdrop. The course exudes the character of the region with historic city centres, dykes and green countryside.

Jewel of the Jurassic Coast. As host venue of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic sailing events, the Weymouth area is an international sport event haven. Situated off the World Heritage Site Jurassic Coast, this race is a first-timer favourite, featuring sandy beaches, spectacular coastline and the stunning Dorset countryside.

Madison knows how to host an IRONMAN event and athletes won’t be disappointed with the 70.3 miles they’ll traverse through on race day. Not only will athletes appreciate the beautiful Wisconsin landscape, they’ll also experience the Midwestern charm and Big City culture Madison has to offer.

Top professional and age-group triathletes from around the world will test their mettle in the shadows of the stunning red rock canyons in St. George, Utah, at the 2022 Intermountain Healthcare IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship presented by Utah Sports Commission. The challenging course with breathtaking views of American Southwest scenery is an athlete-favorite that attracts the best in the sport and electrifying spectator support. In this desert of extremes, a land carved by ancient seas, a challenge lies waiting. Rise to it. This marks the second time the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship will be held in St. George, the home of IRONMAN St. George and IRONMAN 70.3 St. George and host of the 2021 IRONMAN World Championship.

Glacial glamour in stunning Salzburgerland. With the sparkling lake Zell as its centerpoint and glacier-covered mountains as its backdrop, this event showcases Austria's majestic scenery. A postcard-perfect destination, with a swim in lake Zell, a bike through Salzburgerland and run through the old town of Zell am See, this race is a triathlon and vacation gem.