Race Information

Race Information - Žilina Triathlon 2026

Žilina Triathlon 2026 isn't just for experienced triathletes. There's a place here for beginners, kids, hobby athletes, relay teams, companies and racers chasing a result.

Key information

Venue:
Vodné dielo Žilina (Žilina Reservoir)

Date:
15–16 August 2026

Organiser:
Klub plaveckých športov Nereus Žilina

Choose your challenge

Whether you're doing your first triathlon, racing with friends or want to give your kids a great sporting experience, everyone will find their category at the Žilina Triathlon Festival.

YOUR first triathlon

Super sprint for beginners

200 m swim
6 km bike
1 km run

You don't have to be a triathlete. All you need is to be able to swim, ride a bike and run.

Kids' races

Youngest, younger and older juniors

Safe courses, a finisher's medal and a big-race atmosphere.

Relays with friends

You don't have to do the whole triathlon alone

One swims, one bikes, one runs. Perfect for groups of friends, colleagues and company teams.

For experienced athletes

Standard triathlon and sprint triathlon

Slovak Championships, Slovak Cup, age groups and overall rankings.

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Courses and categories

YOUR first triathlon

Super sprint for beginners

200 m swim
6 km bike
1 km run

Kids' races

Youngest, younger and older juniors

Short, safe courses based on the children's age.

ME–YOU–THEM relays

One swims, one bikes, one runs

750 m
20 km
5 km

Team relay triathlon

Each member completes a full triathlon

200 m
6 km
1 km

Sprint triathlon

For hobby and more experienced racers

750 m
20 km
5 km

Standard triathlon

The main race for experienced triathletes

1,500 m
40 km
10 km

Who are the races for?

✓ Complete beginners

✓ Kids and families

✓ Groups of friends

✓ Companies and colleagues

✓ Hobby athletes

✓ Experienced triathletes

Important rules

✓ The bike course is closed to traffic

✓ Drafting is allowed

✓ Athletes race at their own risk

✓ Chip timing

What your entry fee includes

✓ Race number

✓ Swim cap

✓ Finisher's medal

✓ Chip timing

✓ Refreshments

✓ Online results

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FAQ

I've never done a triathlon. Is this event for me?

Yes. That's exactly why we have MY FIRST TRIATHLON – a super sprint with a 200 m swim, 6 km bike and 1 km run. It's designed for complete beginners, hobby athletes and anyone who wants to experience the triathlon atmosphere without long distances.

Do I need a special bike?

No. For the beginner and hobby categories you don't need a professional triathlon bike. Any safe, roadworthy bike suitable for the course will do.

Can my child take part too?

Yes. The festival includes kids' categories – youngest, younger and older juniors. The courses are adapted to the children's age and the aim is a safe sporting experience.

Do I have to complete the whole triathlon myself?

No. You can also enter as a relay. In the ME–YOU–THEM relay, one member swims, the second bikes and the third runs. It's the perfect choice for friends, colleagues or a company team.

Do I have to be a member of the STÚ?

Some categories are also open to non-members of the STÚ. In selected categories, a one-day licence may be required under the rules of the Slovak Triathlon Union. You'll find the exact conditions in the official race information.

Where exactly do the races take place?

The event centre is at Vodné dielo Žilina (Žilina Reservoir). Detailed maps of the courses and transition area, as well as the schedule, are in the official race information.