IRONMAN Gurye Korea
IRONMAN Gurye on 4 October 2026 is a full-distance race below Jirisan, the largest national park on the Korean mainland: 3.8 km in the lake park, 180 km along the Seomjin river valley, and 42.2 km beside the stream through town.
The bike is described as mostly flat and it is, in the sense that the valley floor does the work. What it is not is sheltered. A river valley funnels wind in one direction along the whole length of the course.
Early October is the best month in Korea for this distance: past the summer humidity, before the cold, and usually clear and settled. Water in a mountain-fed lake in October is another matter and will be cold.
Gurye is rural. It is roughly three hours from Seoul by train and bus, accommodation is guesthouses and small hotels rather than a resort strip, and very little of race week runs in English. Sort the travel before you sort the taper.
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 Gurye Korea?
- Date
- Sunday, 4 October 2026
- Format
- Full Distance / 140.6
- Water temp
- 14.2°C · 58°F
Need to know
When is IRONMAN Gurye Korea 2026?
IRONMAN Gurye Korea takes place on Sunday, 4 October 2026. 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 Gurye Korea?
Where does IRONMAN Gurye Korea take place?
Gurye, South Korea
FAQs
What do athletes ask about IRONMAN Gurye Korea?
Where is IRONMAN Gurye Korea held?
IRONMAN Gurye Korea is held in Gurye, South Korea. 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 Gurye Korea?
IRONMAN Gurye Korea 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.
How hard is IRONMAN Gurye Korea?
IRONMAN Gurye Korea is rated elite (5/5) for difficulty on FindMyNextRace, based on its distance, terrain, and the level of the field. Use that as a guide and match it to your current fitness before you commit.
What's the water temperature at IRONMAN Gurye Korea?
The swim at IRONMAN Gurye Korea is around 14.2°C (58°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 Gurye Korea?
You enter IRONMAN Gurye Korea 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 Gurye Korea part of a race series?
Yes, IRONMAN Gurye Korea 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 Gurye Korea?
Training for IRONMAN Gurye Korea 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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