Competition

Competitions will take place in venues carefully selected to provide the best possible conditions for athletes and spectators alike. Each site reflects the host country’s commitment to university sport, offering high-quality facilities in a setting designed for international events.

Competition format

The FISU Championship Triathlon competitions shall be run in accordance with the most recent technical rules of World Triathlon, unless otherwise stated. In case of dispute in the interpretation of the rules, the English text shall be regarded as authoritative.

A maximum of 70 athletes per gender will be accepted, to take part in the 2 days programme as follows:
► Day 1: Men’s & Women’s Individual Races on a Sprint distance
► Day 2: Mixed Team Relay on a Super Sprint distance

Venue

Colovray Sports Centre

The Colovray Sports Centre in Nyon, located directly on the shores of Lake Geneva. This exceptional venue, owned and operated by UEFA, offers world-class facilities and breathtaking views of the lake and the Alps.

The Colovray Sports Centre in Nyon, located on the shores of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman), is a world-class facility managed by UEFA. Each year, it welcomes more than 10,000 participants and spectators during the Nyon Triathlon, making it one of Switzerland’s most dynamic multisport venues. With its modern infrastructure, lakeside swimming area, and scenic surroundings facing the Alps, Colovray offers an exceptional environment for both athletes and fans.

More about Colovray Sports Centre

Competition schedule

Individual Race – Saturday 8th August
► Swim: 750 m
► Bike: 21 km
► Run: 5 km

Individual Race – Course Map
► Complete individual race
► Swim (detailed view)
► Run & transition zone (detailed view)
► Transition zone (detailed view)

Mixed Team Relay – Sunday 9th August
► Swim: 250 m
► Bike: 6 km
► Run: 1.8 km

Mixed Team Relay Race – Course Map
► Complete mixed relay race
► Swim (detailed view)
► Run & transition zone (detailed view)
► Transition zone (detailed view)

The swim course is held in a freshwater lake, with an in-water start. The bike course will take place on roads closed to traffic, going through the countryside, and includes a variety of uphill and downhill profiles. The run course is held on paved roads closed to traffic, with a rather flat profile.

Technical equipment

Race packets, including competition materials such as helmet, bike stickers and body decals, will be distributed after the General Technical Meeting on Friday at 16.00.

Timing chips and swimming caps will be provided by the Technical Officials on race day.

Trainings opportunities

Swim

Access to the swimming pool is free upon presentation of official accreditation. This accreditation also grants access to the lake for swimming training sessions. No training in the lake will be permitted on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 August 2026. However, a warm-up area is available in the lake.

Wednesday, August 5
14:00 – 16:30 : 1 water lane reserved at Colovray Swimming Pool

Thursday, August 6
10:00 – 12:00 : 2 water lanes reserved at Colovray Swimming Pool
15:00 – 19:00 : 2 water lanes reserved at Colovray Swimming Pool

Cycling and running

There are numerous low-traffic roads and running routes near the official hotel and the Colovray Sports Centre, offering ideal conditions for training. For safety and organizational reasons, it is strictly forbidden to use the official course on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 August 2026.

Official course familiarization

Friday, August 7
8:30 – 9:30 : Bike course familiarization
10:00 – 11:00 : Swim course familiarization
11:00 – 11:30 : Open familiarization of the competition site

How to Get to the Competition and Training Venues

GPX cycling route from the hotel to the competition venue

Acces by car from the hotel to the competition venue