IRONMAN Lanzarote
Lanzarote has a reputation as the hardest full-distance IRONMAN on the calendar, and the reason is not on the elevation profile. It is the wind.
The day starts with 3.8 km at Playa Grande in Puerto del Carmen, then 180 km across an island of black volcanic rock with almost no vegetation and no shelter. The trade winds run at you, across you, and occasionally behind you, and the sections through the lava country near Timanfaya are the most exposed on the route. Bike splits here come out far slower than the same rider posts on a sea-level course, which matters because your nutrition plan is written in hours.
Then a 42.2 km run on the coast in the afternoon, in wind, on tired legs.
Come with a realistic finish time rather than a personal-best target, ride the wind rather than the power number, and treat the extra time on course as fuel you have to carry.
Who it's for
Built for experienced triathlon athletes.
Good fit if you…
- are experienced in triathlon and want a hard race
- want a well-known, high-status race
Maybe not if you…
- are brand-new to triathlon: start with something shorter
What should you know about IRONMAN Lanzarote?
- Date
- Saturday, 15 May 2027
- Format
- Full Distance / 140.6
- Water temp
- 21°C · 70°F
Need to know
When is IRONMAN Lanzarote 2027?
IRONMAN Lanzarote takes place on Saturday, 15 May 2027. Dates can move year to year, so confirm the exact day on the official race page before you book travel.
How do you register for IRONMAN Lanzarote?
Where does IRONMAN Lanzarote take place?
Lanzarote, Spain
When has IRONMAN Lanzarote taken place before?
FAQs
What do athletes ask about IRONMAN Lanzarote?
Where is IRONMAN Lanzarote held?
IRONMAN Lanzarote is held in Lanzarote, Spain. The race page has the venue location and a map, and links straight through to the official site for the precise start area.
What distances can you race at IRONMAN Lanzarote?
IRONMAN Lanzarote offers Full Distance / 140.6. The Full Distance / 140.6 is a 3.8 km swim, 180 km bike and 42.2 km run. Pick your distance and enter on the official site. Each format usually has its own start wave and cut-offs.
What's the water temperature at IRONMAN Lanzarote?
The swim at IRONMAN Lanzarote is around 21°C (70°F), based on the official average for the venue. Water temperature drives wetsuit rules, so check the organiser's current wetsuit policy before race day.
How do I enter IRONMAN Lanzarote?
You enter IRONMAN Lanzarote through the official organiser. Registration is handled on their site, and FindMyNextRace links you straight there. Places for popular editions can sell out early, so register as soon as entry opens.
Is IRONMAN Lanzarote part of a race series?
Yes, IRONMAN Lanzarote is part of the IRONMAN series. Series events often share a qualification, points, or championship pathway, so if you're chasing the series, check how this race fits its calendar.
How should I train for IRONMAN Lanzarote?
Training for IRONMAN Lanzarote depends on your target distance and current fitness. Most athletes follow a structured block of 12–20 weeks for a Full Distance / 140.6 effort. Build a plan tailored to your race date and level with AI Training Plan (https://aitrainingplan.app).
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