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33° Traversata del Lago Maggiore 2026 (Lake Maggiore Swim Crossing)
location_onArona, Lago Maggiore
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Date
August 29 – August 30, 2026
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Free
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Audience
Everyone
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The Traversata del Lago Maggiore returns to Arona for its 33rd edition alongside the 13th Trofeo Vittorio Zenith, offering a thrilling weekend dedicated to open-water swimming across the Piedmont and Lombardy shores. Participants can challenge themselves across various routes and distances, including the 1,200-meter non-competitive Classic crossing from Angera to Arona, the 2,400-meter competitive Sprint middle-distance swim (Arona-Angera-Arona), and the demanding 5,000-meter middle-distance route from Meina Lido to Arona. The program kicks off on Saturday, August 29 with check-in and race pack collection in Piazza del Popolo, followed by a transfer to Meina and the afternoon start of the 5k swim. On Sunday, August 30, the excitement continues in the morning with boat transfers to Angera for the non-competitive crossing, the launch of the 2.4 km competitive race, and the grand awards ceremony in Piazza del Popolo, hosted throughout the day by Radio Deejay personality Roberto Ferrari.
Text generated with AI based on the sources provided.Frequently Asked Questions
When does the event take place?expand_more
The event takes place from Saturday, August 29, 2026, to Sunday, August 30, 2026.
Where does the event take place?expand_more
The event is held in Arona.
What swimming routes and distances are available?expand_more
The event features the non-competitive 1,200-meter Classic Crossing (Angera-Arona), the competitive 2,400-meter Sprint Middle-Distance swim (Arona-Angera-Arona), and the 5,000-meter Middle-Distance swim from Meina to Arona.
Who is the special guest at the event?expand_more
The special guest attending throughout the event is Roberto Ferrari from Radio Deejay.
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