Swiss Riviera Stunner
The city of Rapperswil-Jona with its gorgeous leisure district and inviting Riviera has been the host city of the IRONMAN 70.3 Switzerland dating back to 2007. It is no coincidence that over the years the city of roses has welcomed thousands to this exciting event; with its numerous attractions and perfectly integrated public transport system, the city is an ideal destination for visitors.
Swim
The one-loop 1.9 km (1.2 mile) swim course is located at the Obersee right next to the stadium. Keep the buoys always on yoru right hand side to complete the clockwise course in the pristine waters of this amazing Swiss lake.
Bike
The two-loop 90 km (56 mile) bike course leads you into the 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.
There are two laps to finish and the total vertical climb is 1,100 meters.
CUT-OFF (Swim/Bike): 5h 15min
CUT-OFF for 2nd lap: 1pm at Roundabout Station
Run
The two-loop 21.1 km (13.1 mile) run course takes you back to the city center of Rapperswil, where you cross the Fischmarket Square, the Stairway to Heaven and the Kapuziner Station, before the course takes you finally to the finish area.
Swim: LAKE
Bike: HILLY
Run: ROLLING
Avg Air Temp: 68° F / 20° C
Avg Water Temp: 63° F / 17° C
Airport: ZRH
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