Triathlons in Côte-d'Or

Between the plains of the Saône and the hills of the Morvan: a royal playground 🫅

An environment designed for elevation and performance 💪

The Côte-d'Or is not just endless fields 🌾; it is a surprising terrain that will make your thighs burn. The department, whose prefecture is the magnificent city of Dijon (the City of the Dukes, please ☝️), offers a varied playground with an elevation that can surprise even the most mountainous among you ⛰️. You will move from the wet plains of the Saône, perfect for unleashing watts on the aero bars 🚴, to the dry climbs of the Côte de Nuits where the vines silently watch you suffer 🍇. If you prefer a nature race, the forests of Auxois or the National Forest Park in the north offer you shaded trails where biodiversity reigns, far from the urban hustle and bustle 🌲. It's the ideal place to register for a bib and disconnect from daily life like a woodland warrior 🐗.

Historical anecdotes along the kilometers 🏃‍♂️

Did you know the department's name comes from the golden hue the vines take in the fall? 🍁 It's the only French department whose name is not geographic or hydrographic 🗺️, an aesthetic touch that suits the local elegance ✨. Running near Alise-Sainte-Reine, you'll tread the ground of Alésia where Vercingetorix bowed to Caesar: motivation enough to not give up in the last kilometer! 🏛️ If you pass through Beaune, the former wine capital, don't miss the chance to glance at the Hospices, although we hope you won’t need their care after your final sprint 🏥. The Côte-d'Or is also the land of Gustave Eiffel, born in Dijon, so suffice to say that to build a solid race strategy, you’re in the best place 🏗️.

Must-attend events in the Burgundian triathlon calendar 📆

The Dijon Triathlon and the shadow of champions 🏅

If there is one event that stirs the heart of the region, it is the Dijon Triathlon, a true institution taking place around Lac Kir 🏊. This artificial lake, named after the famous canon Kir (former mayor of the city and inventor of the famous aperitif), hosts explosive starts under the eyes of supporters gathered on the banks 🥂. It is on these grounds that athletes like the great Dijon triathlete Denis Chevrot, double European Ironman champion, have forged their legend before conquering the world 🌍. Participating in this triathlon in Côte-d'Or is to walk, or rather swim and run, in the footsteps of the greatest names in the sport 🏆. The atmosphere is electric, especially when the wind blows across the Cras plateau, making the cycling part worthy of a classic spring stage 💨.

Seurre and Auxonne: speed by the water

For those who enjoy flat terrain and accelerating, the Auxonne Triathlon is a rare gem located on the banks of the Saône, where Napoleon Bonaparte trained in artillery 🧨. You can aim for a personal record on an ultra-fast cycling course before finishing with a dynamic run through the streets of this former stronghold 🏃. Not far away, the Seurre Triathlon offers an authentic and friendly experience, perfect for beginners and experienced athletes alike in search of pure sensations 🌊. The triathlon calendar in 21 is selective, but it guarantees memorable memories between rivers and cities of character ⚓. After the effort, you can comfort yourself with a good Dijon nonnette or a piece of gingerbread, because here, gastronomy is the best energy gel 🍯.

So, are you ready to take on the challenge and become the new duke or duchess of the discipline on these legendary lands? 👑 Choose your distance according to your level, prepare your equipment, and don’t wait any longer to get your bib to experience an extraordinary human and sporting adventure! 🏁