Ironman 70.3 Pays D’aix

The Territory of Pays d'Aix, known as a training paradise to many cyclists and triathletes, plays host to a spectacular qualifying race for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship.

IRONMAN 70.3 Pays d'Aix will take place on the city of Aix en Provence the 13th of May. The IRONMAN 70.3 Pays d'Aix will take place in the typical city of Aix-en-Provence where 2000 athletes from 50 countries have enjoyed this journey in 2017. Aix en Provence is rich in history and arts combine to create some of the most beautiful museums and local architecture in the world.

Athletes will embark on a one-loop, 1,9 km swim that takes place in the waters of Lake Peyrolles, located in the city of Peyrolles-en-Provence. During the 90 km bike course, athletes will pass through Pays d'Aix and eight surrounding towns, which allow for spectator support. A challenging bike course with a view on the mountain Sainte-Victoire. A three-loop, 21,1 km run course brings athletes through city and forest roads through La Torse Park and the city of Aix-en-Provence.

There will be 50 qualifying slots available for the 2018 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship in Port Elizabeth, South Africa