Triathlon Deauville Normandie.
The Longue Distance is the centrepiece of the Triathlon Deauville Normandie: a swim start from Deauville beach among its striped parasols, two hilly bike laps through the Pays d'Auge and a half marathon on the Planches to a finish facing the sea. Arriving well means riding the rolling bike leg in a way that still leaves a run for the flat seafront.
Triathlon Deauville Normandie 2027: Course, Elevation & Route Profile
The race starts in the Channel: 1.9 km as two 950 m loops with an Australian exit across the sand between them. In June the water usually sits between 16 and 20 degrees, so a wetsuit is strongly advised. The field goes off in a rolling start in small groups; only those aiming for the podium start with the elite in a mass start.
After transition on the boulevard Eugène Cornuché come 90 km on two identical laps that climb from sea level into the hinterland, among stud farms, thatched cottages and views back to the sea. Nothing out there is higher than about 120 m, but it is a constant up and down of short ramps of up to 16 percent, and the two laps add up to around 1,300 m of climbing. Drafting is forbidden; the gap is twelve metres.
The half marathon is the opposite: four laps of the Planches, Deauville's wooden beach boardwalk, flat and lined with spectators, to a finish right in front of the sea. Here the terrain decides nothing; what is left over from the bike does.
+1,306 m
+112 m
Bike course
90 km · +1,306 m| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| km 1.6 | 0.9 km | 8.5 % | 16.4 % | +75 m | — |
| km 16.3 | 1.6 km | 6.3 % | 12.4 % | +100 m | Cat. 4 |
| km 21.3 | 0.7 km | 7.7 % | 10.9 % | +54 m | — |
| km 36.9 | 1.2 km | 5.6 % | 15.7 % | +68 m | — |
| km 44.1 | 0.9 km | 8.5 % | 16.8 % | +75 m | — |
| km 58.8 | 1.4 km | 7.2 % | 12.4 % | +99 m | Cat. 4 |
| km 63.8 | 0.7 km | 7.7 % | 10.9 % | +54 m | — |
| km 79.6 | 1.2 km | 5.6 % | 15.8 % | +68 m | — |
Climb categories follow the road-cycling convention and rate the terrain itself (length and gradient) regardless of sport: Cat. 4 marks the easiest rated climbs, Cat. 1 the hardest, and HC (hors catégorie, “beyond categorization”) is reserved for the most brutal ascents. Short climbs below the Cat. 4 threshold stay unrated.
Run course
21 km · +112 m| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
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Climb categories follow the road-cycling convention and rate the terrain itself (length and gradient) regardless of sport: Cat. 4 marks the easiest rated climbs, Cat. 1 the hardest, and HC (hors catégorie, “beyond categorization”) is reserved for the most brutal ascents. Short climbs below the Cat. 4 threshold stay unrated.
How to pace Triathlon Deauville Normandie.
Settle into the race
The load is unevenly spread: the swim is short and in the sea, the run is flat, and the bike carries nearly all the climbing. Because the ramps are short and steep, each one invites a push. Riding every one of them above threshold builds fatigue over 90 km that only shows up on the Planches.
Spread the effort
The race is decided on the second bike lap. It is the same as the first, so after 45 km you know exactly what is coming; ride the first lap slightly on the defensive and hold your power on the second.
Finish strong
The four-lap half marathon then rewards an even pace controlled from the first lap, rather than letting the crowd on the boardwalk push you into a fast opening kilometre.
Training plan for Triathlon Deauville Normandie: 12-week build
Build all three disciplines
For age-group athletes the Longue Distance takes roughly five to seven hours, a long and mostly aerobic day. The 1.9 km swim is short but in open sea; the bike is defined by constant short changes of pace; the run is a flat half marathon on tired legs.
Brick sessions
The key sessions are long rides over rolling terrain in which you ride short climbs at controlled power instead of attacking them. Pair them regularly with 30 to 60 minute runs so your run pace does not collapse off the bike.
Practise transitions
Transitions and the beach exit deserve practice of their own, as does riding on aero bars along winding roads. The sea is the factor many underestimate: train in open water before the race, get used to cooler water and a wetsuit, and practise sighting on buoys.
Arrive fresh
June on the Normandy coast can be windy, which you feel in the water and on the exposed stretches of the bike.
Courses
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Everything about Triathlon Deauville Normandie.
How long is Triathlon Deauville Normandie?
Triathlon Deauville Normandie is 112.9 km long. That distance shapes how much aerobic endurance, pace durability, and race-specific work belong in the training plan.
How much elevation gain does Triathlon Deauville Normandie have?
Triathlon Deauville Normandie has around 1,418 m of elevation gain over 112.9 km. That affects pacing, muscular load, and preparation for late-race sections.
What is the profile of the bike course at Triathlon Deauville Normandie?
The bike course at Triathlon Deauville Normandie is classified as Rolling, averaging 14.9 vertical metres per kilometre. 30% of the route is flat, 29% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 5% is steeper than 6%.
What climbs does the bike course at Triathlon Deauville Normandie have?
The hardest climb on the bike course at Triathlon Deauville Normandie starts at kilometre 16.3, runs for 1.6 km at an average of 6.3% and gains 100 metres. Cycling-convention rating: Cat. 4. 8 climbs are mapped in total.
Is there a GPX file for the Triathlon Deauville Normandie course?
Yes. Each leg of Triathlon Deauville Normandie is on this page as its own free GPX download — ready to import into Garmin, Wahoo, Komoot, Strava or any other app that reads GPX.
How should I prepare for Triathlon Deauville Normandie?
Preparation for Triathlon Deauville Normandie should account for 112.9 km, 1,418 m of elevation gain, current training load, and available training time. An adaptive plan helps place key sessions without ignoring recovery and real life.
What pacing strategy works for Triathlon Deauville Normandie?
The pacing strategy for Triathlon Deauville Normandie should reflect 112.9 km, 1,418 m of elevation gain, and your current fitness. Start controlled and keep margin for sections where the profile or fatigue makes target pace harder.
When does Triathlon Deauville Normandie take place?
Triathlon Deauville Normandie takes place on June 19, 2027.
Where does Triathlon Deauville Normandie take place?
Triathlon Deauville Normandie takes place in Deauville, France.
Which distances does Triathlon Deauville Normandie offer?
Triathlon Deauville Normandie offers 5 distances — Longue Distance: 112.9 km; Distance Olympique: 51.5 km; DO750: 46.75 km; Découverte: 28.5 km; 10 KM Run & Musique: 10 km.
How do I register for Triathlon Deauville Normandie?
Registration runs through the organiser: triathlondeauville.com. YOUB shows you the course, elevation profile and training plan for your preparation.
