IRONMAN Copenhagen
About the race
Experience IRONMAN Copenhagen: a 3.8 km bay swim, 180 km rolling bike ride through North Zealand, and a flat 42.2 km run past iconic city landmarks.
Start your journey in the calm waters of Amager Beach lagoon and bike past the idyllic "Danish Riviera" and into the beautiful landscapes of North Zealand. As you approach the iconic finish line in front of the Christiansborg Palace, you will pass landmarks such as the Opera House, Amalienborg Palace, Nyhavn, and the beloved Little Mermaid statue. This is an ideal race for first-timers and PR chasers alike, and a perfect city break destination to bring family and friends.
Age Groups
ROUVY Transition 1
The IRONMAN Copenhagen transition area is located at Amager Strandpark, just a couple of kilometers from the Copenhagen city center. After exiting the water, run directly into transition to pick up your BLUE BIKE bag, marked with your race number.
Benches and private changing areas are available. Place all swim gear inside the BLUE BIKE bag, drop it in the designated drop box, and follow the red carpet to pick up your bike.
- Toilets and changing areas
- Pumps and bike mechanics (race morning only)
- Water outlet
- Info point with spare transition bags and swim caps
ROUVY Transition 2
Located at The King's New Square, Copenhagen's largest square. Hand your bike to bike catchers at the entrance, pick up your RED RUN bag, change in the designated area, re-rack your bag, and follow the red carpet onto the run course.
- Bike catchers
- Toilets and changing area
- Penalty tent and marshalls
What your entry includes
The course
Swim: 1-loop 3.8 km (2.4 mile) calm water swim in the artificial lagoon at Amager Strandpark. Bike: 2-loop 180 km (112 mile) rolling course through North Zealand along city center, coastline, forests, and countryside. Run: Flat 42.2 km course passing iconic landmarks including the Opera House, Amalienborg Palace, Nyhavn, and the Little Mermaid statue, finishing at Christiansborg Palace Square.
ROKA Swim Course
The one-loop 3.8 km (2.4 mile) swim at Amager Strandpark is one of the most spectator friendly courses in all of IRONMAN. The artificial lagoon offers calm waters – this is where fast swim times happen and spectators line the shore and bridge across the lagoon.
ZOOT Bike Course
The two-loop 180 km (112 mile) bike course takes athletes from Copenhagen through North Zealand with a mix of city center, coastline, forests, and countryside, including several spectator hot spots.
Race weekend schedule
Location
City insight: Copenhagen
Copenhagen is Denmark's capital, a flat, bike-friendly harbour city with parks, lakes, canals and a famous food scene, and a very active running community along the waterfront and the Fælled park. The climate is mild and maritime: summers (June to August) are cool to warm with very long daylight, autumn is windy and damp, winters (December to February) are cold and grey with short days, and spring is fresh. Late spring to early autumn is the best time for racing, and wind is common. The airport has a direct metro link to the centre.
Know from the athletes
Good to know
Do we have the possibility to register as a relay?
No, IRONMAN full distance races don't have relay entries.
What is the age group breakdown?
Individuals: 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+. Relay Teams: Male Team, Female Team, Mixed Team.
What age group will I race in on race day?
All age group athletes must compete in their age group division corresponding to the athlete's age on December 31st of the year of the event.
What are the age requirements?
All athletes must be a minimum of 18 years of age as of race day for the event year to compete in this event.
Can a family member/friend check-in for me and pick-up my race packet?
No, only registered athletes are allowed into athlete check-in. Please bring your photo ID and triathlon membership card (if applicable) during the designated check-in hours.
Is there a waiting list for the event once entries sell out?
No, we do not have a waiting list.
Will I be allowed into the finish area to greet my athlete?
Unfortunately, due to high congestion in the finish line area, no spectators will be allowed. Please do not try to gain access to this area, as it must remain clear for the safety of the athletes.
Will I be allowed into the medical tent if my athlete has been admitted?
No. There will be a medical information tent next to the medical tent where medical updates will be available on athletes who enter the medical tent.