Swimrun Gower

SwimRun covering 11.7 km to 41 km with up to 787 m D+ in Swansea (Wales, United Kingdom)

Location

Swansea, Wales, United KingdomShow on map(51.6214° N, 3.9436° W)

Date & StatusJune 27, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +787 m

Swimrun Gower is an endurance sporting event in Swansea, Wales, GB focused on Swimrun. Key features include Seaside & Coast, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Full Ötillö Merit Race (41 km, +787 m D+), Gritty (20.7 km, +453 m D+), and Sprint (11.7 km, +296 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for June 27, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (grittyrascals.com).

Official website

Swimrun Gower in Swansea (Work: "Triathlon, swimming", Photo: U.S. Navy / Jason R. William, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Triathlon, swimming" · Photo: **U.S. Navy / Jason R. William** · Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain
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Event characteristics

Seaside & Coast Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Full Ötillö Merit Race	Swimrun	41 km	+787 m	8 m - 339 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Gritty	Swimrun	20.7 km	+453 m	11 m - 201 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Sprint	Swimrun	11.7 km	+296 m	14 m - 138 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

41 km

Elevation gain

+787 m D+

Elevation loss

-787 m D-

Altitude range

8 m - 339 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

3.8 % / 6.8 %

Course format

Loop course

41 km+787 m D+Peak 339 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 339 m above sea level (+787 m D+, -787 m D-)

Peak: 339 m·at 15.9 km·Ø 3.8 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Swimrun Gower take place?

Swimrun Gower takes place in Swansea, Wales, GB (start area at coordinates 51.6214° N, 3.9436° W). The next edition is officially confirmed for June 27, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Swimrun Gower?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Full Ötillö Merit Race (41 km, +787 m D+), Gritty (20.7 km, +453 m D+), and Sprint (11.7 km, +296 m D+). The competitions belong to Swimrun.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Swimrun Gower?

The main competition (Full Ötillö Merit Race over 41 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +787 m of elevation gain and -787 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 339 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Swimrun Gower?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (grittyrascals.com).