Open Water Swimming

Swimtheisland

Open Water Swimming covering 800 m to 6 km in Spotorno (Liguria, Italy)

LocationSpotorno, Liguria, ItalyShow on map(44.2264° N, 8.4165° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +12 m

Swimtheisland is an endurance sporting event in Spotorno, Liguria, IT focused on Open Water Swimming. Key features include Seaside & Coast, Island, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 11 competitions, including SWIMTHEISLAND GOLFO DELL’ISOLA - Extra-Long swim (6 km, +12 m D+), SWIMTHEISLAND SARDEGNA - Extra-Long swim (6 km, +12 m D+), SWIMTHEISLAND GOLFO DELL’ISOLA - Long swim (3.5 km, +7 m D+), SWIMTHEISLAND SARDEGNA - Long swim (3.5 km, +7 m D+), SWIMTHEISLAND LAGO DI GARDA - Classic swim (3.2 km, +6 m D+), and SWIMTHEISLAND LAGO DI GARDA - Long swim (3.2 km, +6 m D+) (11 competitions in total). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (swimtheislandsardegna.it).

Official website
Swimtheisland in Spotorno (Work: "Travesia de Nado premios Joaquín Molpeceres Marina el Portet Denia 6", Photo: MarinaelPortet, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Travesia de Nado premios Joaquín Molpeceres Marina el Portet Denia 6" · Photo: MarinaelPortet · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Seaside & CoastIslandMulti-Day

Races & distances (11)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
SWIMTHEISLAND GOLFO DELL’ISOLA - Extra-Long swimOpen Water Swimming6 km+12 m4 m - 9 mLoop courseRoute & profile
SWIMTHEISLAND SARDEGNA - Extra-Long swimOpen Water Swimming6 km+12 m7 m - 12 mLoop courseRoute & profile
SWIMTHEISLAND GOLFO DELL’ISOLA - Long swimOpen Water Swimming3.5 km+7 m10 m - 14 mLoop courseRoute & profile
SWIMTHEISLAND SARDEGNA - Long swimOpen Water Swimming3.5 km+7 m13 m - 17 mLoop courseRoute & profile
SWIMTHEISLAND LAGO DI GARDA - Classic swimOpen Water Swimming3.2 km+6 m16 m - 20 mLoop courseRoute & profile
SWIMTHEISLAND LAGO DI GARDA - Long swimOpen Water Swimming3.2 km+6 m4 m - 8 mLoop courseRoute & profile
SWIMTHEISLAND GOLFO DELL’ISOLA - Classic swimOpen Water Swimming1.8 km+5 m7 m - 11 mLoop courseRoute & profile
SWIMTHEISLAND LAGO DI GARDA - Short swimOpen Water Swimming1.8 km+5 m10 m - 14 mLoop courseRoute & profile
SWIMTHEISLAND SARDEGNA - Classic swimOpen Water Swimming1.8 km+5 m13 m - 17 mLoop courseRoute & profile
SWIMTHEISLAND GOLFO DELL’ISOLA - Short swimOpen Water Swimming800 m+2 m16 m - 18 mLoop courseRoute & profile
SWIMTHEISLAND SARDEGNA - Short swimOpen Water Swimming800 m+2 m4 m - 6 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
6 km
Elevation gain
+12 m D+
Elevation loss
-12 m D-
Altitude range
4 m - 9 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.4 % / 0.7 %
Course format
Loop course
6 km+12 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N12345FS44.2264° N, 8.4165° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 4 m to 9 m above sea level (+12 m D+, -12 m D-)

Peak: 9 m·at 3.4 km·Ø 0.4 %
4 m6 m7 m9 m0 km1.2 km2.4 km3.6 km4.8 km6 km9 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Swimtheisland take place?

Swimtheisland takes place in Spotorno, Liguria, IT (start area at coordinates 44.2264° N, 8.4165° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Swimtheisland?

The race program comprises 11 competitions, including SWIMTHEISLAND GOLFO DELL’ISOLA - Extra-Long swim (6 km, +12 m D+), SWIMTHEISLAND SARDEGNA - Extra-Long swim (6 km, +12 m D+), SWIMTHEISLAND GOLFO DELL’ISOLA - Long swim (3.5 km, +7 m D+), SWIMTHEISLAND SARDEGNA - Long swim (3.5 km, +7 m D+), SWIMTHEISLAND LAGO DI GARDA - Classic swim (3.2 km, +6 m D+), and SWIMTHEISLAND LAGO DI GARDA - Long swim (3.2 km, +6 m D+) (11 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Open Water Swimming.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Swimtheisland?

The main competition (SWIMTHEISLAND GOLFO DELL’ISOLA - Extra-Long swim over 6 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +12 m of elevation gain and -12 m of elevation loss, ranging between 4 m and 9 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 Swimtheisland?

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