Triathlons in the Canton of Solothurn

Crossed from end to end by the Aare, the canton of Solothurn lives to the rhythm of the water. The river flows in from Lake Biel, glides under the bridges of Solothurn, then reaches Olten before heading on to Aargau 🌊. To the north, the Weissenstein range closes off the horizon and sets a perfect scene for the bike leg.

For a triathlon in the canton of Solothurn, the best season runs from June to September, when the water of the Aare finally becomes pleasant. The roads of the Bucheggberg and the Wasseramt, flat and quiet, are ideal for long rides in the aero position. Climbers prefer the ascent of the Weissenstein or the Passwang pass, two feared tests of truth for local cyclists 🚴. As for the run, it finds its happiness on the shaded riverbanks between Solothurn and Biel, which are also linked by a river cruise that is very popular in summer.

The triathlon calendar for Solothurn is still to be fleshed out on Finishers, and the nearest events take place in neighboring regions. In Thun, the Ironman Switzerland - Thun attracts fans of the XXL format in July, between the lake and the Bernese peaks 🏊. Triathletes looking for adventure turn to the Swissman Xtreme Triathlon, which sets off from Ascona in June for a crossing of the Alps. To round out your schedule, check out the triathlons in the canton of Bern, those in the canton of Aargau and the Triathlons in Switzerland page.

On the cultural side, every January Solothurn hosts the Solothurn Film Festival, the big event of Swiss cinema 🎬. The city has also kept its nickname as the city of ambassadors, a reminder of the French diplomats who were based here for over two centuries. At the end of winter, the Fasnacht turns everyone into "Honolulu" for the length of a memorable carnival. Sprint discovery or Olympic distance, choose the format that fits your season 💪.