On Sunday, August 2, 2026, the Frankfurt City Triathlon returns to the Langener Waldsee. One of the region's most popular triathlons, from the beginner distance to the middle distance. And the day before, on Saturday, you can meet us right there: sailfish will be on-site with an expo stand at the Langener Waldsee.
When and where does the Frankfurt City Triathlon 2026 take place?
The start and swim take place at the Langener Waldsee near Langen, south of Frankfurt, on Sunday, August 2, 2026. The lake offers clear water and a compact race arena in which the swim start, transition, and finish are close together, ideal for spectators too.
The distances at a glance
- Middle distance: 2 km swim / 80 km bike / 20 km run
- Olympic distance: 1.5 km swim / 45 km bike / 10 km run
- Sprint distance: 0.75 km swim / 28 km bike / 5 km run
- Beginner distance: 0.4 km swim / 12 km bike / 5 km run
- Swim & Bike (aquabike): 2 km swim / 80 km bike
That means there's something for almost every level, from your first triathlon experience to an ambitious middle-distance goal.
Bike check-in and schedule
As at many larger triathlons, bike check-in takes place the day before, on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the Langener Waldsee. You'll find the exact times for check-in, start waves, and award ceremonies in the official schedule on the Frankfurt City Triathlon website. That's also where all the binding information on directions, courses, and race rules can be found, our details here are without guarantee.
Watching as a spectator
The Langener Waldsee is a rewarding spectator location: because the swim exit, transition, and finish are compactly arranged, you get to see the athletes several times. If you want to cheer, the area around transition and the finish is your best bet. For directions and possible traffic information, it's worth checking the official event page in advance, it can get busy around the lake on race day.
How to meet sailfish on-site
On Saturday, August 1, 2026, you'll find us from 10:00 to 18:00 with our expo stand at the Langener Waldsee, around the bike check-in. Just drop by when you check in your bike or get into the mood for race day. Take your time to browse our current collection and talk to us about wetsuits, goggles, and gear.
Still looking for something for race day?
If you're missing one last detail for the race, for example a race number belt or a chip band, take a look at our Race-Day collection. There you'll find the small but decisive pieces of gear that, on race day, make the difference between chaos and a smooth routine.
Frequently asked questions about the Frankfurt City Triathlon 2026
When is the Frankfurt City Triathlon 2026?
On Sunday, August 2, 2026, at the Langener Waldsee near Langen.
Which distances are on offer?
Middle distance, Olympic distance, sprint distance, beginner distance, and Swim & Bike (aquabike).
When is bike check-in?
Usually on the Saturday before the race. The exact times are in the official schedule on the event website.
How can I meet sailfish on-site?
On Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 10:00 to 18:00 at our expo stand at the Langener Waldsee.
Enjoy your swim.
