2026 Europe Triathlon Cup

Coimbra Portugal

A bold new stage for elite triathlon in Coimbra, combining a historic city backdrop, fast racing and a strong spectator atmosphere.

Category Elite Men & Women
Venue Coimbra, Portugal
Focus Urban speed course
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Athlete Registration View Race Schedule
Paratriathlon athlete crossing the finish line
Official race energy Built for broadcast, athletes and fans.

Race week signal

European racing, city energy and a compact spectator route.

Profile International
Support Official guide
Venue Coimbra
Atmosphere Fast & focused

Event Highlights

Everything teams and delegations need, in one place.

Coimbra identity

Historic City Stage

Coimbra brings a unique mix of heritage, atmosphere and race-day energy to the Europe Triathlon Cup.

Riverside course

Mondego Riverside

The course highlights the riverfront, with a compact layout that keeps athletes close to the crowd.

Student city

University City Energy

Coimbra's identity as a university city adds a lively, youthful backdrop to a world-class race weekend.

Delegation support

Accessible Operations

Dedicated medical, transport and team support channels help delegations move smoothly through race week.

Official Partners

Europe Triathlon
IPDJ
Camara Municipal de Coimbra

Race Program

Weekend timeline for key race moments.

Saturday 16:00

Briefing

Final technical briefing for team leaders and coaches before race day.

Sunday 09:00

Elite Women Start

Official start for the Elite Women race.

Sunday 11:00

Elite Men Start

Official start for the Elite Men race.

Sunday 12:30

Medal Ceremony

Official podium ceremony and post-race celebrations.

Athlete Guide

Course Snapshot

Reference race distances and structure for the para sprint format.

Stage 1

Swim

750m

1 lap
Stage 2

Bike

2000m

4 laps
Stage 3

Run

5000m

2 laps
Course Map

Venue & Logistics

Core operational information for teams, staff and delegations.

Race Hub

Coimbra Venue Area

Transition, finish line, accreditation and team services are concentrated in the same race zone for easy access on foot.

Airports

Porto or Lisbon Access

Teams may travel through Porto Airport or Lisbon Airport and continue to Coimbra by train, rental car, or private transfer.

Transport

Local Mobility

No official shuttle service is planned. Teams should organize local mobility independently between accommodation and race areas.

Entry Portal

Registration & Payment

Official registration workflow for the 2026 Europe Triathlon Cup Coimbra.

Bank Transfer Details

  • Beneficiary: Federacao de Triatlo de Portugal
  • Bank: Credito Agricola
  • IBAN: PT50 0045 5442 40331295834 84
  • SWIFT/BIC: CCCMPTPL
  • Receipts: tesouraria@federacao-triatlo.pt
Athlete Guide and competition regulations
Start lists and briefing updates
Medical protocol and emergency contacts
Live results and post-event reports

Event Services

Operational support for teams, athletes and federations during race week.

Swim

Centro Olimpico de Piscinas Municipais

Days 18 and 19, 2 lanes available with capacity up to 18 athletes, from 10:00 to 18:30.

Access is subject to prior booking through the official event email: coimbra-triathlon@federacao-triatlo.pt.

Days 18 and 19
Lanes 2 lanes
Capacity Up to 18 athletes
Time 10:00 - 18:30

Classification & Medical

Dedicated spaces for check-in, functional classification and medical assistance.

Bike Mechanics Zone

Basic mechanical assistance and pre-race safety checks in the technical area.

Media & Mixed Zone

Structured media flow with interview area close to finish line operations.

Airport Transfers

Transfer service is available for teams and delegations arriving through Lisbon Airport or Porto Airport.

To receive the transfer price, each delegation must submit a transfer quote request with travel details through this website form. Direct contact with the transfer company for quotation requests will not be considered valid for this event.

Airports Lisbon and Porto
Pricing On quotation request
Operation Professional transfer partner

Lisbon or Porto

Prices are provided after analysis of group size, luggage, schedule and destination in Coimbra, only for requests submitted via the official event website form.

Contacts

Event Coordination

Federação de Triatlo de Portugal

coimbra-triathlon@federacao-triatlo.pt

+351 214 464 820

Accommodation

The organisation recommends one official option for teams and delegations.

Hotel Ibis Centro Coimbra

Official Recommendation

Hotel Ibis Centro Coimbra

Recommended hotel for event participants, with central location in Coimbra and practical access to race operations.

For reservations and availability, contact the hotel directly.

Official Website Direct Booking Page

Additional accommodation support can be requested through the event contact.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers for federations, teams and individual athletes.

Where can we follow live results?

Live results will be published on the official World Triathlon channels and website during race day.

How are airport transfers confirmed?

Transfer requests are confirmed as soon as they are received, subject to availability of vehicles and time slots.

Will there be a course familiarization opportunity?

Yes. Teams and athletes will have an opportunity to perform course familiarization according to the official schedule and venue rules.

Will there be another event on the same weekend?

Yes. The Campeonato Nacional Jovem will also take place on the same weekend.

Official Communication

Contact Hub

Direct channels for teams, federations, media and operational support before and during race week.

Office

Murganhal, Caxias, Lisbon District, Portugal

Support for delegations, schedules, documentation and logistics updates.

Media & Channels

Follow updates, race content and official announcements through federation channels.

YouTube Channel