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Experience a Legendary Triathlon

Without a doubt, Datev Challenge Roth is the ultimate triathlon event in Europe. Highly sought-after, places for this extraordinary triathlon are snapped up in less than 4 minutes after registration opens.

Athletes fortunate enough to participate experience something truly unique and unforgettable…

  • Breathtaking scenery, with multifaceted roads, a fast course, and legendary locations.
  • Welcoming people, with crowds cheering on participants from start to finish.
  • A friendly and festive atmosphere, with athletes bonded by sharing this incredible experience.

Datev Challenge Roth is also the playground of champions. On June 25, 2023, Magnus Ditlev defended his title with a new world record time of 7:24:40. Daniela Ryf beat Chrissie Wellington’s world record from 12 years ago by nearly ten minutes!

Would you like to be part of this great story? SAIL Challenge Québec is the only way in North America to guarantee your entry to Challenge Roth 2027!

A unique opportunity to secure your spot in Roth.

SAIL Challenge Québec benefits from a unique partnership in North America with Datev Challenge Roth, allowing it to offer privileged access to registration. 

200 spots on the Challenge Roth 2027 registration list are reserved for athletes participating in the SAIL Challenge Québec R226 long-distance triathlon in 2026. Express your interest after registering for SAIL Challenge Québec and be among the 200 lucky athletes to automatically secure a spot for a guaranteed entry to Challenge Roth 2027.

20 spots on the Challenge Roth 2027 registration list will be awarded via a lottery to interested athletes participating in the SAIL Challenge Québec 2026 P113 course. Winners will be announced in a draw on Saturday, June 27, 2026.

Welcome to the world’s largest long-distance triathlon!

Dreams come true at Datev Challenge Roth. Since 1984, this sporting event, located in the heart of triathlon country, has welcomed triathletes from around the globe. Imagine: a 3.8 km swim, a 180 km bike ride, and a 42.2 km run, all in Roth bei Nürnberg, in the heart of Bavaria.

The excitement is palpable and thrills are guaranteed, from the legendary swim start in the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal, through the iconic Solar Hill, to the ultimate celebration at the finish line in a stadium packed with enthusiastic spectators.