TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun: Course, Elevation & Route Profile
The Olympic TriZell combines a swim in Lake Zell with a 40 km bike loop and two run turnaround laps in Thumersbach. The change from the bike to the steady lakeside run is where the race is shaped, because it determines whether the second lap stays controlled or becomes a long finish.
Course & Elevation
The race starts at the Thumersbach lido. After the swim, the bike course heads via Bruck into the Kaprun valley and returns to transition; the official route description lists 454 metres of climbing. The run then stays around the lake, leaving the park towards the hospital and town centre of Zell am See.
The run is an out-and-back turnaround course covered twice. That gives the post-bike section a clear structure: establish a sustainable rhythm first, then begin the second lap with the swim and bike already in the legs.
Pacing Strategy
Swim calmly enough to reach the bike ready for its first rise rather than already depleted. The bike is the longest discipline and carries the main climbing load, so keep the effort even on the ascents. Use the flatter return to maintain pressure without compromising the run legs.
The run is not decided at the first turnaround, but by how much control remains after the bike. Run lap one evenly and save a clear increase for the second return. The common trap is an over-fast start after T2 that becomes expensive on the second lakeside lap.
Training plan for TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun: 12-week build
Preparation has to connect three different demands. Combine longer swims with steady bike endurance and practise moving into an approximately hour-long run. The run is mainly aerobic in isolation, but in the race its character is set by the fatigue carried over from the first two disciplines.
Include bike sessions with sustained climbing, without turning every ride into a hill test. Follow them with a short brick run whose opening kilometres stay deliberately controlled. Later, structure the brick as two turnaround sections so that the second lap does not feel unfamiliar when it arrives after the bike.
Practise open-water swimming and calm sighting if you have access to suitable water. The run is paved beside the lake, so rehearse an economical stride on pavement after riding. June conditions at the water can vary, making it useful to test fuelling and clothing in brick sessions rather than leaving those decisions to race morning.
Bike course
40 km · +597mCourse Map
Profile Parameters
Slope Distribution
Climbs on Route
| Start (km) | Length | Ø Gradient | Max Gradient | Elev Gain | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KM 0.1 | 0.3 km | 3.9% | 6.1% | +13m | — |
| KM 1.1 | 0.4 km | 4.0% | 11.5% | +15m | — |
| KM 8.9 | 0.6 km | 3.0% | 6.0% | +17m | — |
| KM 12.9 | 0.3 km | 6.3% | 7.4% | +22m | — |
| KM 15.0 | 1.2 km | 8.7% | 26.9% | +105m | Cat. 4 |
| KM 18.5 | 1.4 km | 5.2% | 13.6% | +71m | — |
| KM 22.5 | 1.0 km | 3.9% | 8.5% | +38m | — |
| KM 38.0 | 0.3 km | 6.0% | 8.7% | +18m | — |
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.
Course as GPX
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Run course
10 km · +95mCourse Map
Profile Parameters
Slope Distribution
Climbs on Route
| Start (km) | Length | Ø Gradient | Max Gradient | Elev Gain | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KM 0.0 | 0.4 km | 4.5% | 9.3% | +18m | — |
| KM 4.8 | 0.4 km | 4.5% | 9.1% | +17m | — |
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.
Course as GPX
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Frequently asked questions
How long is TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun?
TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun is 51.5 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 TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun have?
TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun has around 692 m of elevation gain over 51.5 km. That affects pacing, muscular load, and preparation for late-race sections.
What is the profile of the bike course at TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun?
The bike course at TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun is classified as Rolling, averaging 15 vertical metres per kilometre. 32% of the route is flat, 31% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 3% is steeper than 6%.
What climbs does the bike course at TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun have?
The hardest climb on the bike course at TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun starts at kilometre 15, runs for 1.2 km at an average of 8.7% and gains 105 metres. Cycling-convention rating: Cat. 4. 8 climbs are mapped in total.
Is there a GPX file for the TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun course?
Yes. Each leg of TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun 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 TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun?
Preparation for TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun should account for 51.5 km, 692 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 TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun?
The pacing strategy for TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun should reflect 51.5 km, 692 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 TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun 2027 take place?
TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun 2027 takes place on June 27, 2027.
Where does TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun 2027 take place?
TriZell — International Triathlon Zell am See-Kaprun 2027 takes place in Zell am See, Austria.
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