swimming
in the river Rhine
cycling
in downtown Cologne
running
along the river Rhine
The new CGN City Triathlon – Where ”CGN City“ is labelled, ”Cologne City“ has to inside!
Everything will be different in 2021: a new organiser, a new format, a new location! In collaboration with the local Cologne clubs and in cooperation with the City of Cologne as well as the regional triathlon federation, the Nordrhein-Westfälischer Triathlon-Verband NRWTV, the new CGN City Triathlon will get a completely new shape for its “second” premiere:
The organisers of the Cologne Marathon took over the scepter and will put the new triathlon onto a professional basis as they will introduce their year-long experiences from implementing Germany’s #4 marathon.
Besides the middle distance there will be an Olympic and a hobby distance and also a relay team variant of the hobby triathlon.
And the biggest novelty will be the new event location: Where ”CGN City“ is labelled, ”Cologne City“ has to inside! As of 2021 the Cologne Triathlon will take place in downtown Cologne, therefore ”city”, and in front of the city’s landmark, Cologne Cathedral. The hub for the new triathlon in Cologne will be the Rheinpark and the event location Tanzbrunnen in Cologne-Deutz.
Middle, Olympic, hobby distance and hobby distance relay competitions
Middle distance
This new format in downtown Cologne will become the highlight and season closing for every triathlete: At first swimming in the river Rhine off Cologne’s skyline, then cycling in downtown and finally running always focussed on Cologne Cathedral. And then the spectacular and emotional finish with Cologne Cathedral in the background! There is no more Cologne!
Entry fees
Entry slots
Entry fee
1 - 149
€ 190.00
150 - 399
€ 220.00
400 - 1,000
€ 250.00
Organisational issues and competition regulations
Organisational issues
Competition regulations
The competition regulations of the German triathlon association, the Deutsche Triathlon Union (DTU) – sports regulations, organisers‘ regulations, anti-doping code, race marshals‘ regulations – as well as legal order and rules of procedures and disciplinary code will apply. Upon registration you will accept these regulations, provisisions and rules to be binding.
Adherence to these regulations will be controlled by referees of the association. The court of arbitration will be composed of representatives of the national/regional association DTU/NRWTV, the referees and the organiser.
These regulations will serve the purpose for a uniform and equal conduct of the sport and cannot be contested. Acceptance of and adherence to these regulations form the basic prerequisite for participating in the event.
Entry requirements, minimum age and age groups
Entry requirements
The middle distance competition will be open for you as a recreational triathlete as long as there will be no health risks. The equipment of all participants will have to comply to the German national association’s sports regulations.
You can take part when you will have reached the required age. We highly recommend to seek for sports medical examination (orthopaedic and cardiological).
On race day it will be compulsory to wear the official race number and the rented transponder.
It will be obligatory for all athletes to attend the race meeting 30 minutes before the swim start. Please follow the loudspeaker announcements.
You will be responsible for the technical safety of your personal equipment and make sure that the equipment will be in line with the rules.
Minimum age
For the middle distance you will have to be 18 years old on race day.
Age groups
There will be an overall scoring. Further, age groups will be separately awarded according to sex. Most relevant for this categorisation will be the date of birth:
| AG 18-19: 18 – 19 years | AG 55: 55 – 59 years |
| AG 20: 20 – 24 years | AG 60: 60 – 64 years |
| AG 25: 25 – 29 years | AG 65: 65 – 69 years |
| AG 30: 30 – 34 years | AG 70: 70 – 74 years |
| AG 35: 35 – 39 years | AG 75: 75 – 79 years |
| AG 40: 40 – 44 years | AG 80: 80 – 84 years |
| AG 45: 45 – 49 years | AG 85: 85 – 89 years |
| AG 50: 50 – 54 years |
Starting pass, day licence and association fee
Starting pass or day licence
In case you do not hold any starting pass of a club of your national association you will have to acquire a day licence for € 22.00.
When handing in the starting pass later on race day the licence fee will be reimbursed.
Association fee
The association fee of € 6.00 is due and based on the scale of fees of the regional NRWTV association.
Distances
Note: Exact course lengths will follow after the regulatory agency’s approval.
For the future also kids and youth distances are planned.
Disqualification
The competition regulations of the German triathlon association, the Deutsche Triathlon Union (DTU) – sports regulations, organisers‘ regulations, anti-doping code, race marshals‘ regulations – as well as legal order and rules of procedures and disciplinary code will apply.
Adherence to these regulations will be controlled by referees along the entire courses.
Appeals against penalties or disqualifications as well as the preliminary result can be filed the first 30 minutes after the end of the race directly to the court of arbitration. Afterwards no appeal will be possible any more.
A violation of these provisions will directly lead to disqualification:
Registration deadline and race packets
Registration deadline
As long as the participant limit will not be reached earlier 7:59 p. m. on September 4, 2021 will be the registration deadline. Late entries will not be possible any more.
Registering another participant for you will be possible prior to early August 2021 by paying a handling fee of € 25.00.
Race packets
Picking up the race packets will be on Saturday, September 4, 2021, from 10:00 a. m. to 8:00 p. m. and on Sunday, September 5, 2021, from 6:00 a. m. until 60 minutes before the start in the triathlon village in the Tanzbrunnen event location.
Change of data (e. g. new club) will be possible prior to Saturday, September 4, at 7:59 p. m. You can easily modify your data via the edit link in your email confirmation.
Chronometry and time limits
Chronometry
Your time will be measured with a transponder by race result AG.
Please fasten the transponder with a hook-and-loop tape safely at your ankle.
You will have to hand in the transponder after the race. When loosing or not returning the transponder you will have to pay additional € 80.00.
Note: Make sure that you will cross all chronometry mats along the course and in the transition zone. Lacking interval times may result in disqualification!
The first 10 finishers per sex will be ranked by gross time and marked by * in the result list. All others will be ranked according to their net times.
Time limit
The time limit for the middle distance will be 7:00:00 hours.
Starting blocks, times and provisional schedule
Starting blocks
You will be allocated according to your age group and sex.
Starting times
Starting times (may be subject to change)
8:00 a. m. middle distance
The start will be in downtown Cologne, in Cologne-Deutz (swim start).
Provisional schedule (may be subject to change)
Saturday, September 4, 2021
Sunday, September 5, 2021
Competition courses, transition zone and finish area
Swimming
Swimming will take place in the river Rhine in downtown Cologne. The temperature tables and notices for the use of wetsuits of DTU’s sports regulations will apply.
A decision whether a wetsuit can be used will be made by the head of referees on race day. Wearing the swim caps handed out by the organiser will be mandatory.
Attending the race meeting 30 minutes before the start at the pier will also be compulsory. Information will be announced via loudspeakers.
A check-in for swimming will be strictly necessary. The back of the hand/upper arm will be marked upon check-in.
You will not be allowed to wear race numbers when swimming.
Accompanying boats and assistants on land will observe the swimming. Should you get a cramp or get in need of help do not hesitate to draw attention to yourself and talk to the assistants.
There will be different start locations, courses and directions for swimming for the different competitions.
You will have to swim approx. 1.9 kilometres.
Please make sure you will pass the timing mat and we can be sure that you will be safely back on land.
We, the organiser, will be entitled to withdraw you from swimming when it will be obvious that you cannot finish the swimming split or you will hazard yourself.
Should swimming not be possible due to low or high tide or other unpredictable reasons the race will be modified to a duathlon. Please take note of the loudspeaker announcements on race day.
Cycling
Wearing a helmet will be mandatory according to DTU’s sports regulations.
You will be entitled to only use a bike complying with DTU’s sports regulations.
Please fix the race numbers for the bike and helmet visibly prior to the check-in and wear the body number on the back of your body.
The roads for cycling will be fully closed for car traffic and the German highway code will apply.
Please follow the instructions of the police and law enforcement forces.
According to DTU’s sports regulations drafting will not be allowed.
Timing mats and video surveillance will provide for controls.
You will have to cycle approx. 87.2 (= 4 laps) kilometres.
Running
The 4.8 kilometre running circuit will lead over paved and closed ways and roads in downtown Cologne. The course will be fenced to the greatest possible extent and compose crossing points for passers-by.
Please wear the race number visibly in the front of your body.
It is strictly forbidden to be accompanied or coached on the running course. Wearing torso garments will be mandatory.
Timing mats and video surveillance will provide for lap controls.
You will have to run 4 laps ( = approx. 19.5 kilometres).
Transition zone
The check-in will be on Saturday, September 4, 2021, from 2:00 p. m.to 7:00 p. m. and on race day from 6:00 a. m. until 30 minutes prior to the start.
The transition zone will be located in the Rheinpark in Cologne-Deutz.
Visual bike, helmet and race number checks (bike and helmet) will take place upon check-in to the transition zone. The officials will clarify the compliance with the DTU’s sports regulations. In case there will be any violations to these provisions you will not be granted access to the start.
You will only be entitled to store competition-relevant items in the transition zone. The kickstands will be sorted according to blocks.
You will not be allowed to use or transport items made of glass, particularly bottles, on the courses. Please take note of the littering zones at the refreshment stations.
You will only be able to pick up your bike after the race again by presenting your race number.
The check-out will begin 15 minutes after the race – when returning the rented transponder. The transition zone will be closed at X p. m. Afterwards the bikes will not be guarded any more.
Finish area
The finish area will be located in the Tanzbrunnen event location next to the transition zone.
You will find refreshments and massage services there.
The award ceremonies will take place on stage in the triathlon village.
Insurance protection and liability of the participant
Insurance protection
The participation in the CGN City Triathlon will be covered by your day licence or your starting pass (accident insurance and liability insurance).
Generally, we recommend a membership in a club and applying for a starting pass of your national federation.
Liability of the participant
Upon registration you will assent to the regulations and declare your willingness to follow the instructions of officials.
Your training and health status come up to the requirements of the competition. You will be responsible for the technical safety of your equipment.
You assent that you will not claim for any demands against us as the organiser, our assistants, agents, other persons or corporations as far as no liability claims will be raised.
The entry fee will not be charged when your registration could not be submitted.
You assent to the competition rules and the liability exclusion.
Limitation of liability
In the cases of force majeure we, the organiser, will be entitled or in the case of regulatory instruction obligated to modify the format of the event or even cancel the event. You will then have no claim for damages.
We, the organiser, will reserve the right to interrupt or cancel the event in the cases of windstorms, thunderstorms or other unpredictable reasons. No entry fees will be reimbursed.
Upon registration and being aware of this provision you will renounce any recourse claims.
When not taking part the entry fee will not be reimbursed.
Upon registration you will recognise the DTU’s sports regulations and the organisers‘ regulations.
You will participate at your own risk.
We, the organiser, will not assume any liability for accidents, theft or other cases of damage. We, the organiser, and our legal representatives and vicarious agents will only be responsible for premeditated or grossly negligent behaviour.
We, the organiser, will not assume any liability for your health risks by taking part in the event.
We, the organiser, will not assume any liability for non-paid stored items.
Should swimming not be possible due to unpredictable reasons the competition will be modified to a duathlon. No entry fees will be reimbursed in this case.
Data collection and processing
We will store and process the personal data of your registration to carry out and perform the event, particularly the data necessary for payment (via raceresult AG) and communications.
Without the following consent a participation in our event is not possible:
You explicitly agree to the publication of your last name, first name, sex, year of birth, age category, club, race number and result (position and times) in all race-related media such as online media (e. g. web site, app, live stream, social media), print media and TV.
Olympic distance
Triathlon as at the Olympics – in downtown Cologne: At first swimming in the river Rhine off Cologne’s skyline, then cycling in downtown and finally running always focussed on Cologne Cathedral. And then the spectacular and emotional finish with Cologne Cathedral in the background! There is no more Cologne!
Entry fees
Entry slots
Entry fee
1 - 149
€ 90.00
150 - 399
€ 105.00
400 - 1,000
€ 120.00
Organisational issues and competition regulations
Organisational issues
Competition regulations
The competition regulations of the German triathlon association, the Deutsche Triathlon Union (DTU) – sports regulations, organisers‘ regulations, anti-doping code, race marshals‘ regulations – as well as legal order and rules of procedures and disciplinary code will apply. Upon registration you will accept these regulations, provisisions and rules to be binding.
Adherence to these regulations will be controlled by referees of the association. The court of arbitration will be composed of representatives of the national/regional association DTU/NRWTV, the referees and the organiser.
These regulations will serve the purpose for a uniform and equal conduct of the sport and cannot be contested. Acceptance of and adherence to these regulations form the basic prerequisite for participating in the event.
Entry requirements, minimum age and age groups
Entry requirements
The Olympic distance competition will be open for you as a recreational triathlete as long as there will be no health risks. The equipment of all participants will have to comply to the German national association’s sports regulations.
You can take part when you will have reached the required age. We highly recommend to seek for sports medical examination (orthopaedic and cardiological).
On race day it will be compulsory to wear the official race number and the rented transponder.
It will be obligatory for all athletes to attend the race meeting 30 minutes before the swim start. Please follow the loudspeaker announcements.
You will be responsible for the technical safety of your personal equipment and make sure that the equipment will be in line with the rules.
Minimum age
For the Olympic distance you will have to get 18 years in 2021.
Age groups
There will be an overall scoring. Further, age groups will be separately awarded according to sex. Most relevant for this categorisation will be the year of birth:
| AG 18-19: 18 – 19 years | AG 55: 55 – 59 years |
| AG 20: 20 – 24 years | AG 60: 60 – 64 years |
| AG 25: 25 – 29 years | AG 65: 65 – 69 years |
| AG 30: 30 – 34 years | AG 70: 70 – 74 years |
| AG 35: 35 – 39 years | AG 75: 75 – 79 years |
| AG 40: 40 – 44 years | AG 80: 80 – 84 years |
| AG 45: 45 – 49 years | AG 85: 85 – 89 years |
| AG 50: 50 – 54 years |
Starting pass, day licence and association fee
Starting pass or day licence
In case you do not hold any starting pass of a club of your national association you will have to acquire a day licence for € 21.00.
When handing in the starting pass later on race day the licence fee will be reimbursed.
Association fee
The association fee of € 4.00 is due and based on the scale of fees of the regional NRWTV association.
Distances
Note: Exact course lengths will follow after the regulatory agency’s approval.
For the future also kids and youth distances are planned.
Disqualification
The competition regulations of the German triathlon association, the Deutsche Triathlon Union (DTU) – sports regulations, organisers‘ regulations, anti-doping code, race marshals‘ regulations – as well as legal order and rules of procedures and disciplinary code will apply.
Adherence to these regulations will be controlled by referees along the entire courses.
Appeals against penalties or disqualifications as well as the preliminary result can be filed the first 30 minutes after the end of the race directly to the court of arbitration. Afterwards no appeal will be possible any more.
A violation of these provisions will directly lead to disqualification:
Registration deadline and race packets
Registration deadline
As long as the participant limit will not be reached earlier 7:59 p. m. on September 4, 2021 will be the registration deadline. Late entries will not be possible any more.
Registering another participant for you will be possible prior to early August 2021 by paying a handling fee of € 25.00.
Race packets
Picking up the race packets will be on Saturday, September 4, 2021, from 10:00 a. m. to 8:00 p. m. and on Sunday, September 5, 2021, from 6:00 a. m. until 60 minutes before the start in the triathlon village in the Tanzbrunnen event location.
Change of data (e. g. new club) will be possible prior to Saturday, September 4, at 7:59 p. m. You can easily modify your data via the edit link in your email confirmation.
Chronometry and time limits
Chronometry
Your time will be measured with a transponder by race result AG.
Please fasten the transponder with a hook-and-loop tape safely at your ankle.
You will have to hand in the transponder after the race. When loosing or not returning the transponder you will have to pay additional € 80.00.
Note: Make sure that you will cross all chronometry mats along the course and in the transition zone. Lacking interval times may result in disqualification!
The first 10 finishers per sex will be ranked by gross time and marked by * in the result list. All others will be ranked according to their net times.
Time limit
The time limit for the Olympic distance will be 3:30:00 hours.
Starting blocks, times and provisional schedule
Starting blocks
You will be allocated according to your age group and sex.
Starting times
Starting times (may be subject to change)
10:30 a. m. Olympic distance
The start will be in downtown Cologne, in Cologne-Deutz (swim start).
Provisional schedule (may be subject to change)
Saturday, September 4, 2021
Sunday, September 5, 2021
Competition courses, transition zone and finish area
Swimming
Swimming will take place in the river Rhine in downtown Cologne. The temperature tables and notices for the use of wetsuits of DTU’s sports regulations will apply.
A decision whether a wetsuit can be used will be made by the head of referees on race day. Wearing the swim caps handed out by the organiser will be mandatory.
Attending the race meeting 30 minutes before the start at the pier will also be compulsory. Information will be announced via loudspeakers.
A check-in for swimming will be strictly necessary. The back of the hand/upper arm will be marked upon check-in.
You will not be allowed to wear race numbers when swimming.
Accompanying boats and assistants on land will observe the swimming. Should you get a cramp or get in need of help do not hesitate to draw attention to yourself and talk to the assistants.
There will be different start locations, courses and directions for swimming for the different competitions.
You will have to swim approx. 1.5 kilometres.
Please make sure you will pass the timing mat and we can be sure that you will be safely back on land.
We, the organiser, will be entitled to withdraw you from swimming when it will be obvious that you cannot finish the swimming split or you will hazard yourself.
Should swimming not be possible due to low or high tide or other unpredictable reasons the race will be modified to a duathlon. Please take note of the loudspeaker announcements on race day.
Cycling
Wearing a helmet will be mandatory according to DTU’s sports regulations.
You will be entitled to only use a bike complying with DTU’s sports regulations.
Please fix the race numbers for the bike and helmet visibly prior to the check-in and wear the body number on the back of your body.
The roads for cycling will be fully closed for car traffic and the German highway code will apply.
Please follow the instructions of the police and law enforcement forces.
According to DTU’s sports regulations drafting will not be allowed.
Timing mats and video surveillance will provide for controls.
You will have to cycle approx. 46.2 (= 2 laps) kilometres.
Running
The 4.8 kilometre running circuit will lead over paved and closed ways and roads in downtown Cologne. The course will be fenced to the greatest possible extent and compose crossing points for passers-by.
Please wear the race number visibly in the front of your body.
It is strictly forbidden to be accompanied or coached on the running course. Wearing torso garments will be mandatory.
Timing mats and video surveillance will provide for lap controls.
You will have to run 2 laps ( = approx. 9.9kilometres).
Transition zone
The check-in will be on Saturday, September 4, 2021, from 2:00 p. m.to 7:00 p. m. and on race day from 6:00 a. m. until 30 minutes prior to the start.
The transition zone will be located in the Rheinpark in Cologne-Deutz.
Visual bike, helmet and race number checks (bike and helmet) will take place upon check-in to the transition zone. The officials will clarify the compliance with the DTU’s sports regulations. In case there will be any violations to these provisions you will not be granted access to the start.
You will only be entitled to store competition-relevant items in the transition zone. The kickstands will be sorted according to blocks.
You will not be allowed to use or transport items made of glass, particularly bottles, on the courses. Please take note of the littering zones at the refreshment stations.
You will only be able to pick up your bike after the race again by presenting your race number.
The check-out will begin 15 minutes after the race – when returning the rented transponder. The transition zone will be closed at X p. m. Afterwards the bikes will not be guarded any more.
Finish area
The finish area will be located in the Tanzbrunnen event location next to the transition zone.
You will find refreshments and massage services there.
The award ceremonies will take place on stage in the triathlon village.
Insurance protection and liability of the participant
Insurance protection
The participation in the CGN City Triathlon will be covered by your day licence or your starting pass (accident insurance and liability insurance).
Generally, we recommend a membership in a club and applying for a starting pass of your national federation.
Liability of the participant
Upon registration you will assent to the regulations and declare your willingness to follow the instructions of officials.
Your training and health status come up to the requirements of the competition. You will be responsible for the technical safety of your equipment.
You assent that you will not claim for any demands against us as the organiser, our assistants, agents, other persons or corporations as far as no liability claims will be raised.
The entry fee will not be charged when your registration could not be submitted.
You assent to the competition rules and the liability exclusion.
Limitation of liability
In the cases of force majeure we, the organiser, will be entitled or in the case of regulatory instruction obligated to modify the format of the event or even cancel the event. You will then have no claim for damages.
We, the organiser, will reserve the right to interrupt or cancel the event in the cases of windstorms, thunderstorms or other unpredictable reasons. No entry fees will be reimbursed.
Upon registration and being aware of this provision you will renounce any recourse claims.
When not taking part the entry fee will not be reimbursed.
Upon registration you will recognise the DTU’s sports regulations and the organisers‘ regulations.
You will participate at your own risk.
We, the organiser, will not assume any liability for accidents, theft or other cases of damage. We, the organiser, and our legal representatives and vicarious agents will only be responsible for premeditated or grossly negligent behaviour.
We, the organiser, will not assume any liability for your health risks by taking part in the event.
We, the organiser, will not assume any liability for non-paid stored items.
Should swimming not be possible due to unpredictable reasons the competition will be modified to a duathlon. No entry fees will be reimbursed in this case.
Data collection and processing
We will store and process the personal data of your registration to carry out and perform the event, particularly the data necessary for payment (via raceresult AG) and communications.
Without the following consent a participation in our event is not possible:
You explicitly agree to the publication of your last name, first name, sex, year of birth, age category, club, race number and result (position and times) in all race-related media such as online media (e. g. web site, app, live stream, social media), print media and TV.
Hobby distance
As the name of the competition already reveals it is for rookies and beginners: At first swimming in the river Rhine off Cologne’s skyline, then cycling in downtown and finally running always focussed on Cologne Cathedral. And then the spectacular and emotional finish with Cologne Cathedral in the background! There is no more Cologne!
Entry fees
Entry slots
Entry fee
1 - 149
€ 50.00
150 - 399
€ 60.00
400 - 1,000
€ 70.00
Organisational issues and competition regulations
Organisational issues
Competition regulations
The competition regulations of the German triathlon association, the Deutsche Triathlon Union (DTU) – sports regulations, organisers‘ regulations, anti-doping code, race marshals‘ regulations – as well as legal order and rules of procedures and disciplinary code will apply. Upon registration you will accept these regulations, provisisions and rules to be binding.
Adherence to these regulations will be controlled by referees of the association. The court of arbitration will be composed of representatives of the national/regional association DTU/NRWTV, the referees and the organiser.
These regulations will serve the purpose for a uniform and equal conduct of the sport and cannot be contested. Acceptance of and adherence to these regulations form the basic prerequisite for participating in the event.
Entry requirements, minimum age and age groups
Entry requirements
The hobby distance competition will be open for you as a recreational triathlete as long as there will be no health risks. The equipment of all participants will have to comply to the German national association’s sports regulations.
You can take part when you will have reached the required age. We highly recommend to seek for sports medical examination (orthopaedic and cardiological).
On race day it will be compulsory to wear the official race number and the rented transponder.
It will be obligatory for all athletes to attend the race meeting 30 minutes before the swim start. Please follow the loudspeaker announcements.
You will be responsible for the technical safety of your personal equipment and make sure that the equipment will be in line with the rules.
Minimum age
For the hobby distance you will have to get 16 years in 2021.
Age groups
There will be an overall scoring. Further, age groups will be separately awarded according to sex. Most relevant for this categorisation will be the year of birth:
| AG 16-17: 16 – 17 years | AG 50: 50 – 54 years |
| AG 18-19: 18 – 19 years | AG 55: 55 – 59 years |
| AG 20: 20 – 24 years | AG 60: 60 – 64 years |
| AG 25: 25 – 29 years | AG 65: 65 – 69 years |
| AG 30: 30 – 34 years | AG 70: 70 – 74 years |
| AG 35: 35 – 39 years | AG 75: 75 – 79 years |
| AG 40: 40 – 44 years | AG 80: 80 – 84 years |
| AG 45: 45 – 49 years | AG 85: 85 – 89 years |
Association fee
The association fee of € 2.00 is due and based on the scale of fees of the regional NRWTV association.
Distances
Note: Exact course lengths will follow after the regulatory agency’s approval.
For the future also kids and youth distances are planned.
Disqualification
The competition regulations of the German triathlon association, the Deutsche Triathlon Union (DTU) – sports regulations, organisers‘ regulations, anti-doping code, race marshals‘ regulations – as well as legal order and rules of procedures and disciplinary code will apply.
Adherence to these regulations will be controlled by referees along the entire courses.
Appeals against penalties or disqualifications as well as the preliminary result can be filed the first 30 minutes after the end of the race directly to the court of arbitration. Afterwards no appeal will be possible any more.
A violation of these provisions will directly lead to disqualification:
Registration deadline and race packets
Registration deadline
As long as the participant limit will not be reached earlier 7:59 p. m. on September 4, 2021 will be the registration deadline. Late entries will not be possible any more.
Registering another participant for you will be possible prior to early August 2021 by paying a handling fee of € 25.00.
Race packets
Picking up the race packets will be on Saturday, September 4, 2021, from 10:00 a. m. to 8:00 p. m. and on Sunday, September 5, 2021, from 6:00 a. m. until 60 minutes before the start in the triathlon village in the Tanzbrunnen event location.
Change of data (e. g. new club) will be possible prior to Saturday, September 4, at 7:59 p. m. You can easily modify your data via the edit link in your email confirmation.
Chronometry and time limits
Chronometry
Your time will be measured with a transponder by race result AG.
Please fasten the transponder with a hook-and-loop tape safely at your ankle.
You will have to hand in the transponder after the race. When loosing or not returning the transponder you will have to pay additional € 80.00.
Note: Make sure that you will cross all chronometry mats along the course and in the transition zone. Lacking interval times may result in disqualification!
The first 10 finishers per sex will be ranked by gross time and marked by * in the result list. All others will be ranked according to their net times.
Time limit
The time limit for the hobby distance will be 2:30:00 hours.
Starting blocks, times and provisional schedule
Starting blocks
You will be allocated according to your age group and sex.
Starting times
Starting times (may be subject to change)
1:00 p. m. hobby distance together with the hobby relay competition
The start will be in downtown Cologne, in Cologne-Deutz (swim start).
Provisional schedule (may be subject to change)
Saturday, September 4, 2021
Sunday, September 5, 2021
Competition courses, transition zone and finish area
Swimming
Swimming will take place in the river Rhine in downtown Cologne. The temperature tables and notices for the use of wetsuits of DTU’s sports regulations will apply.
A decision whether a wetsuit can be used will be made by the head of referees on race day. Wearing the swim caps handed out by the organiser will be mandatory.
Attending the race meeting 30 minutes before the start at the pier will also be compulsory. Information will be announced via loudspeakers.
A check-in for swimming will be strictly necessary. The back of the hand/upper arm will be marked upon check-in.
You will not be allowed to wear race numbers when swimming.
Accompanying boats and assistants on land will observe the swimming. Should you get a cramp or get in need of help do not hesitate to draw attention to yourself and talk to the assistants.
There will be different start locations, courses and directions for swimming for the different competitions.
You will have to swim approx. 0.5 kilometres.
Please make sure you will pass the timing mat and we can be sure that you will be safely back on land.
We, the organiser, will be entitled to withdraw you from swimming when it will be obvious that you cannot finish the swimming split or you will hazard yourself.
Should swimming not be possible due to low or high tide or other unpredictable reasons the race will be modified to a duathlon. Please take note of the loudspeaker announcements on race day.
Cycling
Wearing a helmet will be mandatory according to DTU’s sports regulations.
You will be entitled to only use a bike complying with DTU’s sports regulations.
Please fix the race numbers for the bike and helmet visibly prior to the check-in and wear the body number on the back of your body.
The roads for cycling will be fully closed for car traffic and the German highway code will apply.
Please follow the instructions of the police and law enforcement forces.
According to DTU’s sports regulations drafting will not be allowed.
Timing mats and video surveillance will provide for controls.
You will have to cycle approx. 25.7 kilometres (= 1 lap).
Running
The 4.8 kilometre running circuit will lead over paved and closed ways and roads in downtown Cologne. The course will be fenced to the greatest possible extent and compose crossing points for passers-by.
Please wear the race number visibly in the front of your body.
It is strictly forbidden to be accompanied or coached on the running course. Wearing torso garments will be mandatory.
Timing mats and video surveillance will provide for lap controls.
You will have to run 1 lap ( = approx. 4.8 kilometres).
Transition zone
The check-in will be on Saturday, September 4, 2021, from 2:00 p. m.to 7:00 p. m. and on race day from 6:00 a. m. until 30 minutes prior to the start.
The transition zone will be located in the Rheinpark in Cologne-Deutz.
Visual bike, helmet and race number checks (bike and helmet) will take place upon check-in to the transition zone. The officials will clarify the compliance with the DTU’s sports regulations. In case there will be any violations to these provisions you will not be granted access to the start.
You will only be entitled to store competition-relevant items in the transition zone. The kickstands will be sorted according to blocks.
You will not be allowed to use or transport items made of glass, particularly bottles, on the courses. Please take note of the littering zones at the refreshment stations.
You will only be able to pick up your bike after the race again by presenting your race number.
The check-out will begin 15 minutes after the race – when returning the rented transponder. The transition zone will be closed at X p. m. Afterwards the bikes will not be guarded any more.
Finish area
The finish area will be located in the Tanzbrunnen event location next to the transition zone.
You will find refreshments and massage services there.
The award ceremonies will take place on stage in the triathlon village.
Liability of the participant
Upon registration you will assent to the regulations and declare your willingness to follow the instructions of officials.
Your training and health status come up to the requirements of the competition. You will be responsible for the technical safety of your equipment.
You assent that you will not claim for any demands against us as the organiser, our assistants, agents, other persons or corporations as far as no liability claims will be raised.
The entry fee will not be charged when your registration could not be submitted.
You assent to the competition rules and the liability exclusion.
Limitation of liability
In the cases of force majeure we, the organiser, will be entitled or in the case of regulatory instruction obligated to modify the format of the event or even cancel the event. You will then have no claim for damages.
We, the organiser, will reserve the right to interrupt or cancel the event in the cases of windstorms, thunderstorms or other unpredictable reasons. No entry fees will be reimbursed.
Upon registration and being aware of this provision you will renounce any recourse claims.
When not taking part the entry fee will not be reimbursed.
Upon registration you will recognise the DTU’s sports regulations and the organisers‘ regulations.
You will participate at your own risk.
We, the organiser, will not assume any liability for accidents, theft or other cases of damage. We, the organiser, and our legal representatives and vicarious agents will only be responsible for premeditated or grossly negligent behaviour.
We, the organiser, will not assume any liability for your health risks by taking part in the event.
We, the organiser, will not assume any liability for non-paid stored items.
Should swimming not be possible due to unpredictable reasons the competition will be modified to a duathlon. No entry fees will be reimbursed in this case.
Data collection and processing
We will store and process the personal data of your registration to carry out and perform the event, particularly the data necessary for payment (via raceresult AG) and communications.
Without the following consent a participation in our event is not possible:
You explicitly agree to the publication of your last name, first name, sex, year of birth, age category, club, race number and result (position and times) in all race-related media such as online media (e. g. web site, app, live stream, social media), print media and TV.
Hobby relay distance
In case you want to do a triathlon in a team you can do it with one or two additional persons on the hobby distance: At first swimming in the river Rhine off Cologne’s skyline, then cycling in downtown and finally running always focussed on Cologne Cathedral. And then the spectacular and emotional finish with Cologne Cathedral in the background! There is no more Cologne!
Entry fees
Entry slots
Entry fee
1 - 49
€ 75.00
50 - 99
€ 90.00
100 - 200
€ 105.00
Organisational issues and competition regulations
Organisational issues
Competition regulations
The competition regulations of the German triathlon association, the Deutsche Triathlon Union (DTU) – sports regulations, organisers‘ regulations, anti-doping code, race marshals‘ regulations – as well as legal order and rules of procedures and disciplinary code will apply. Upon registration you will accept these regulations, provisisions and rules to be binding.
Adherence to these regulations will be controlled by referees of the association. The court of arbitration will be composed of representatives of the national/regional association DTU/NRWTV, the referees and the organiser.
These regulations will serve the purpose for a uniform and equal conduct of the sport and cannot be contested. Acceptance of and adherence to these regulations form the basic prerequisite for participating in the event.
Entry requirements, minimum age and age groups
Entry requirements
The hobby relay distance competition will be open for you as a recreational triathlete as long as there will be no health risks. The equipment of all participants will have to comply to the German national association’s sports regulations.
You can take part when you will have reached the required age. We highly recommend to seek for sports medical examination (orthopaedic and cardiological).
On race day it will be compulsory to wear the official race number and the rented transponder.
It will be obligatory for the relay team captain to attend the race meeting 30 minutes before the swim start. The other relay team members can also come. Please follow the loudspeaker announcements.
You will be responsible for the technical safety of your personal equipment and make sure that the equipment will be in line with the rules.
Minimum age
For the hobby relay distance you will have to get 14 years in 2021.
Age groups
There will be an overall scoring. Further, age groups will be separately awarded according to sex. Most relevant for this categorisation will be the year of birth:
| AG 14-15: 14 – 15 years | AG 50: 50 – 54 years |
| AG 16-17: 16 – 17 years | AG 55: 55 – 59 years |
| AG 18-19: 18 – 19 years | AG 60: 60 – 64 years |
| AG 20: 20 – 24 years | AG 65: 65 – 69 years |
| AG 25: 25 – 29 years | AG 70: 70 – 74 years |
| AG 30: 30 – 34 years | AG 75: 75 – 79 years |
| AG 35: 35 – 39 years | AG 80: 80 – 84 years |
| AG 40: 40 – 44 years | AG 85: 85 – 89 years |
| AG 45: 45 – 49 years |
Association fee
The association fee of € 2.00 is due and based on the scale of fees of the regional NRWTV association.
Distances
Note: Exact course lengths will follow after the regulatory agency’s approval.
For the future also kids and youth distances are planned.
An adult participant is allowed to absolve two consecutive of the three sections (not valid for minors).
Disqualification
The competition regulations of the German triathlon association, the Deutsche Triathlon Union (DTU) – sports regulations, organisers‘ regulations, anti-doping code, race marshals‘ regulations – as well as legal order and rules of procedures and disciplinary code will apply.
Adherence to these regulations will be controlled by referees along the entire courses.
Appeals against penalties or disqualifications as well as the preliminary result can be filed the first 30 minutes after the end of the race directly to the court of arbitration. Afterwards no appeal will be possible any more.
A violation of these provisions will directly lead to disqualification:
Registration deadline and race packets
Registration deadline
As long as the participant limit will not be reached earlier 7:59 p. m. on September 4, 2021 will be the registration deadline. Late entries will not be possible any more.
Registering another participant for you will be possible prior to early August 2021 by paying a handling fee of € 25.00.
Race packets
Picking up the race packets will be on Saturday, September 4, 2021, from 10:00 a. m. to 8:00 p. m. and on Sunday, September 5, 2021, from 6:00 a. m. until 60 minutes before the start in the triathlon village in the Tanzbrunnen event location.
Change of data (e. g. new club) will be possible prior to Saturday, September 4, at 7:59 p. m. You can easily modify your data via the edit link in your email confirmation.
Chronometry and time limits
Chronometry
Your time will be measured with a transponder by race result AG.
Please fasten the transponder with a hook-and-loop tape safely at your ankle.
You will have to hand in the transponder after the race. When loosing or not returning the transponder you will have to pay additional € 80.00.
Note: Make sure that you will cross all chronometry mats along the course and in the transition zone. Lacking interval times may result in disqualification!
The first 10 finishers per sex will be ranked by gross time and marked by * in the result list. All others will be ranked according to their net times.
Time limit
The time limit for the hobby relay distance will be 2:30:00 hours.
Starting blocks, times and provisional schedule
Starting blocks
You will be allocated according to your age group and sex.
Starting times
Starting times (may be subject to change)
1:00 p. m. hobby relay distance together with the hobby competition
The start will be in downtown Cologne, in Cologne-Deutz (swim start).
Provisional schedule (may be subject to change)
Saturday, September 4, 2021
Sunday, September 5, 2021
Competition courses, transition zone and finish area
Swimming
Swimming will take place in the river Rhine in downtown Cologne. The temperature tables and notices for the use of wetsuits of DTU’s sports regulations will apply.
A decision whether a wetsuit can be used will be made by the head of referees on race day. Wearing the swim caps handed out by the organiser will be mandatory.
Attending the race meeting 30 minutes before the start at the pier will also be compulsory for the team captain. Information will be announced via loudspeakers.
A check-in for swimming will be strictly necessary. The back of the hand/upper arm will be marked upon check-in.
You will not be allowed to wear race numbers when swimming.
Accompanying boats and assistants on land will observe the swimming. Should you get a cramp or get in need of help do not hesitate to draw attention to yourself and talk to the assistants.
There will be different start locations, courses and directions for swimming for the different competitions.
You will have to swim approx. 0.5 kilometres.
Please make sure you will pass the timing mat and we can be sure that you will be safely back on land.
We, the organiser, will be entitled to withdraw you from swimming when it will be obvious that you cannot finish the swimming split or you will hazard yourself.
Should swimming not be possible due to low or high tide or other unpredictable reasons the race will be modified to a duathlon. Please take note of the loudspeaker announcements on race day.
Cycling
Wearing a helmet will be mandatory according to DTU’s sports regulations.
You will be entitled to only use a bike complying with DTU’s sports regulations.
Please fix the race numbers for the bike and helmet visibly prior to the check-in and wear the body number on the back of your body.
The roads for cycling will be fully closed for car traffic and the German highway code will apply.
Please follow the instructions of the police and law enforcement forces.
According to DTU’s sports regulations drafting will not be allowed.
Timing mats and video surveillance will provide for controls.
You will have to cycle approx. 25.7 kilometres (= 1 lap).
Running
The 4.8 kilometre running circuit will lead over paved and closed ways and roads in downtown Cologne. The course will be fenced to the greatest possible extent and compose crossing points for passers-by.
Please wear the race number visibly in the front of your body.
It is strictly forbidden to be accompanied or coached on the running course. Wearing torso garments will be mandatory.
Timing mats and video surveillance will provide for lap controls.
You will have to run 1 lap ( = approx. 4.8 kilometres).
Transition zone
The check-in will be on Saturday, September 4, 2021, from 2:00 p. m.to 7:00 p. m. and on race day from 6:00 a. m. until 30 minutes prior to the start.
The transition zone will be located in the Rheinpark in Cologne-Deutz.
Visual bike, helmet and race number checks (bike and helmet) will take place upon check-in to the transition zone. The officials will clarify the compliance with the DTU’s sports regulations. In case there will be any violations to these provisions you will not be granted access to the start.
You will only be entitled to store competition-relevant items in the transition zone. The kickstands will be sorted according to blocks.
You will not be allowed to use or transport items made of glass, particularly bottles, on the courses. Please take note of the littering zones at the refreshment stations.
Please hand over the chronometry transponder including hook-and-loop tape to your follow relay team member.
You will only be able to pick up your bike after the race again by presenting your race number.
The check-out will begin 15 minutes after the race – when returning the rented transponder. The transition zone will be closed at X p. m. Afterwards the bikes will not be guarded any more.
Finish area
The finish area will be located in the Tanzbrunnen event location next to the transition zone.
You will find refreshments and massage services there.
The award ceremonies will take place on stage in the triathlon village.
Liability of the participant
Upon registration you will assent to the regulations and declare your willingness to follow the instructions of officials.
Your training and health status come up to the requirements of the competition. You will be responsible for the technical safety of your equipment.
You assent that you will not claim for any demands against us as the organiser, our assistants, agents, other persons or corporations as far as no liability claims will be raised.
The entry fee will not be charged when your registration could not be submitted.
You assent to the competition rules and the liability exclusion.
Limitation of liability
In the cases of force majeure we, the organiser, will be entitled or in the case of regulatory instruction obligated to modify the format of the event or even cancel the event. You will then have no claim for damages.
We, the organiser, will reserve the right to interrupt or cancel the event in the cases of windstorms, thunderstorms or other unpredictable reasons. No entry fees will be reimbursed.
Upon registration and being aware of this provision you will renounce any recourse claims.
When not taking part the entry fee will not be reimbursed.
Upon registration you will recognise the DTU’s sports regulations and the organisers‘ regulations.
You will participate at your own risk.
We, the organiser, will not assume any liability for accidents, theft or other cases of damage. We, the organiser, and our legal representatives and vicarious agents will only be responsible for premeditated or grossly negligent behaviour.
We, the organiser, will not assume any liability for your health risks by taking part in the event.
We, the organiser, will not assume any liability for non-paid stored items.
Should swimming not be possible due to unpredictable reasons the competition will be modified to a duathlon. No entry fees will be reimbursed in this case.
Data collection and processing
We will store and process the personal data of your registration to carry out and perform the event, particularly the data necessary for payment (via raceresult AG) and communications.
Without the following consent a participation in our event is not possible:
You explicitly agree to the publication of your last name, first name, sex, year of birth, age category, club, race number and result (position and times) in all race-related media such as online media (e. g. web site, app, live stream, social media), print media and TV.
