Please note that prize purse is subject to a local taxation rate of 20% for all athletes (Italian and all other nationalities).
June 20, 2026 | Lake Molveno
XTERRA European Championship
Full Distance Triathlon
Swim
1.5K
Bike
32K
Run
10K
The Full Distance Triathlon begins with a swim in the clear waters of Lake Molveno, followed by a rewarding ride that combines steady power climbs with flowing descents through the Paganella Bike Park. A scenic yet challenging run through lakeside paths and forested switchbacks brings athletes to the finish line in one of Europe’s most iconic alpine race settings, where European titles across all age divisions will be decided.
Course Maps
Swim - 1.5K
Two 750m loops in Lake Molveno with an Australian exit in between.
Bike - 32K
Two 16K loops, starting from the shore of Lake Molveno, climbing up into the dolomites.
Run - 10K
Two 5K loops alongside Lake Molveno and surrounding mountain side.
Schedule
1
Thu 2026.06.18
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TIME
ACTIVITY
LOCATION
2
Fri 2026.06.19
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3
Sat 2026.06.20
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Prizes
€25.000
Elite Prize Purse
🏅 Medal
All Finishers
56
WC Slots
Elite Prize Purse
| Position | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | €3,000 | €3,000 |
| 2 | €2,300 | €2,300 |
| 3 | €1,700 | €1,700 |
| 4 | €1,400 | €1,400 |
| 5 | €1,100 | €1,100 |
| 6 | €900 | €900 |
| 7 | €750 | €750 |
| 8 | €600 | €600 |
| 9 | €450 | €450 |
| 10 | €300 | €300 |
World Champ Slots Men & Women
| Age Group | Slots | Age Group | Slots | Age Group | Slots |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-24 | 2 | 45-49 | 3 | 70-74 | 1 |
| 25-29 | 2 | 50-54 | 3 | 75-79 | 1 |
| 30-34 | 3 | 55-59 | 2 | 80+ | 1 |
| 35-39 | 3 | 60-64 | 2 | ||
| 40-44 | 3 | 65-69 | 2 |
Slots indicated apply equally to male and female divisions. See the complete rules here.
Fees
Registration from Jan 15th - Jun 8th, 2026.
Race Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Until Jan. 31st | 170 € |
| Feb. 1st - March 31st | 190 € |
| April 1st - June 5th | 210 € |
Race fees will be updated here as soon as they are confirmed.
What's included in my registration fee?
athlete race packet (bibs, bike plate, tattoos, swim cap, timing chip)
athlete swag (including finisher medal)
premium race event experience
professional medical support on course and at the finish
What's not included in my registration fee?
You have to obtain a Triathlon License to race in Italy. You need to be a member of your country's National Triathlon Federation, and have a valid license issued by that federation. Alternatively, you can get a ODL (One-Day License) exclusively through the myFITri portal. You can read more about obtaining a triathlon license on our FAQ section.
Rules & Info
RULES
We will be following the World Triathlon Competition Rules + FITRI Rules for the 2026 XTERRA European Championship.
TRIATHLON LICENSE
Please note that all athletes are required to have a triathlon license to compete. For foreign athletes in Italy, you have two options:
You need to be a member of your country's National Triathlon Federation and have a valid license* issued by that federation. Please have a copy of this ready and present it at the registration tent during race pack collection.
*Please ensure that your license is current and not expired on race day.If you don’t have a National License from your country, One-Day License (ODL) must be purchased exclusively through the myFITri portal. On-site purchase for daily membership will not be available.
To obtain the daily membership as a foreigner, you must:
Create a personal profile on MyFITri. You may need to use a browser translator tool to see the English version. (If the athlete to be registered is a minor, the profile must be created by the parent)
Fill out the online form and accept the terms and conditions
Upload a copy of the valid federation card for the year 2026 or a membership certificate issued by your Federation confirming membership for the year 2026, or, in case you are not registered with any Triathlon Federation, upload a medical certificate (download template)
Complete the payment (see costs based on race type) and upload the payment receipt
Wait for the validation of the documents by the federation offices
SUMMARY: You will need to show your valid triathlon license to race. You can obtain a membership from your country or purchase a daily membership through the myFITri portal. No license, no race.
WETSUITS / SKIN SUITS / SPEED SUITS
Based on the latest World Triathlon rules, wetsuit use it governed by the following:
Elite, U23, Junior and Youth athletes:
Forbidden: 20 ºC and above
Mandatory: 15.9 ºC and below
Age-Group from youngest to 55-59 category:
Forbidden: 22 ºC and above
Mandatory: 15.9 ºC and below
Age-Group from 60-64 category to the oldest:
Forbidden: 24.6 ºC and above
Mandatory: 15.9 ºC and below
Speed suits or skin suits are permitted according to regulations. Click here to see a list of acceptable suits.
TRIATHLON SUITS / UNIFORM
For all age group athletes, there are no strict rules regarding uniform. However, elite athletes will follow the World Triathlon Guidelines regarding uniform.
AID STATIONS
Competitors are encouraged to be responsible for their own hydration during the race (ie. bring your own bike bottles and hydration packs).
Water, energy bars, gels & isotonic drinks will be available on the course.