SWIMRUNMAN EMBRUN - SERRE-PONÇON

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From SWIMRUNMAN FRANCE SERIES

  • Date Sun 28th June 2020
  • Location Embrun, France
  • Price £100.00 - £210.00
  • Races 3 races

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the SWIMRUNMAN EMBRUN - SERRE-PONÇON, organized by SWIMRUNMAN FRANCE SERIES! Set against the stunning backdrop of the Hautes-Alpes, this exhilarating event will take place on Sunday, June 28, 2020. Participants will have the unique opportunity to explore the breathtaking Serre-Ponçon Lake, the second largest artificial lake in Europe, nestled at an altitude of 780 meters.

Swimrunners can choose from three challenging race distances: the SPRINT at 11 km, the CLASSIC at 23.6 km, and the HALF at 40.4 km. Each route winds through picturesque municipalities including Embrun, Puy-Sanières, Crots, and Savines-le-Lac, offering steep paths and stunning views of the turquoise waters and towering peaks. This event promises to be a postcard-perfect playground for athletes and nature lovers alike, ensuring lasting memories and a sense of accomplishment. Join us in this unique swimrun experience and embrace the beauty of the Southern Alps!

SWIMRUNMAN EMBRUN - SERRE-PONÇON

Sun 28th June 2020

Athletes wearing wetsuits and swim caps wade through shallow water, heading towards deeper water for a swim competition. In the background, a large mountain and a lush green forested area can be seen under a clear sky.

Organiser's Description

"In the heart of the Southern Alps, 3000 hectares of turquoise water as far as the eye can see..."

Embrun swimrun is a little corner of paradise. You will discover the Serre-Ponçon Lake located at an altitude of 780m, it reflects in its waters the countless peaks perched at more than 2000m. Faced with this vast expanse of turquoise blue water, which makes it the second largest artificial lake in Europe, time seems to have stood still. Everything is in place to a life-size swimrun.

"A postcard setting, the perfect playground for the swimrun"

A unique race, in an exceptional setting, which will leave each of you with a memorable memory. On June 28, 2020 you will be several hundred swimrunners taking on the SWIMRUN EMBRUN challenge proposed by the organization.

The three routes, traced in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes, will cross the municipalities of Embrun, Puy-Sanières, Crots and Savines-le-Lac over a total distance of 11km (SPRINT), 23.6km (CLASSIC) and 40.4km (HALF). The steep paths of the Embrunais will allow you to gain height on the Lac de Serre-Ponçon and the Durance to better appreciate the moment.

Races

  • Sprint Entry - Team of Two

    8.2km RUN / 2.8km SWIM

    £100.00

    CLOSED
  • Classic Entry - Team of Two

    19.25km RUN / 4.35km SWIM

    £150.00

    CLOSED
  • Half Entry - Team of Two

    33.85km RUN / 6.55km SWIM

    £210.00

    CLOSED
What's Included

T-Shirt

Swim Cap

Finishers Medal

After Race Buffet

Sprint Details

Total distance : 11km

Total swim : 2.8km
Total run : 8.2km
Dénivelé positif : 296m
Effort time: 1h20 to 3h15

Number of swims: 5
Number of Run: 6

Big Swim: 0.80 km
Big run : 4.80km

Liquid refuelling: 2
Solid refuelling: 1

Classic Details

Total distance: 23.60km

Total Swim: 4.35 km
Total run: 19.25km
Positive altitude difference: 747m
Effort time: 2h40 to 5h00

Number of swims: 8
Number of Run: 9

Big Swim: 0.80 km
Big run: 8.20km

Liquid refuelling: 4
Solid refuelling: 1
Gel Station: 2

Half Details

Total distance: 40.40km

Total swim : 6.55km
Total run: 33.85km
Positive altitude difference: 1288m
Effort time: 5h00 to 8h50

Number of swims: 9
Number of Run: 10

Big Swim: 1.70 km
Big run: 15.35km

Liquid refuelling: 7
Solid refuelling: 2
Gel Station: 3

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Plan d'Eau, Embrun, France

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