Mriyathlon-2023 - a unique triathlon competition in Crimea

Summer is considered the traditional season for outdoor sports. All three months you can swim, run and bike, and thus prepare for the final start of this season – a triathlon race. One of them will be held on August 26-27 in Crimea – Mriyathlon.

The triathlon race will be held near Yalta in the five-star hotel Mriya Resort & SPA. It should not be forgotten that the southern coast of Crimea in summer is a good place not only for competitions, but also for recreation. There you can enjoy the mild and healing sea climate, visit a huge number of sights, in general, relax your body and soul.

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Courses and Routes

Both days of the competition are filled with a rich program. On August 26, adults and children will be waiting for fan races. Participants will have to run 4.2 km along the picturesque Wine Park, and small athletes will be able to overcome a distance of 500 m along the beach line.

On August 27, the triathlon itself will start. It includes three distances: Sprint, Olympic and Hard. Each of them can be completed individually and in relay format.

Sprint

Oddaljenost: 0.75 km swimming + 20 km cycling + 5 km running.

Time limit: 2 hours 15 minutes

Let’s start with the swim leg. The swimming stage starts from a private beach. The next stage will be cycling along the south coast serpentine, with an elevation gain of 271 meters. The route will start on the embankment with a high slope, pass to the orchard of the Wine Park and continue along the federal highway “Yalta – Sevastopol”. On the way you will pass by the village of Opolznevoye and Shaitan-Merdven mountain.

At the final stage of the run the altitude gain will be 100 meters. It will take place on a track located along the vineyards. A special treat will be the breathtaking view of the sea.

Olympic

Oddaljenost: 1.5km swim + 40km bike + 10km run

Time limit: 4 hours 30 minutes

The route is the same as the previous one, but athletes will have to complete two laps. All the same species, but the challenge is much greater, not only physical fitness, but also motivation.

Hard

Oddaljenost: 1.93 km swimming + 90 km cycling + 21.1 km running.

Time limit: 8 hours

This course is only for the strongest physically and spiritually. It is one of the most difficult in Russia in terms of gaining altitude for cyclists (about 3000 meters in total). Therefore, before signing up for the challenge, make sure that you and your body are ready for it.

Don’t worry about the quality of the pavement at any cycling station. The South Coast highway “Yalta – Sevastopol” will be the main highway for the race. It will be closed specially for the participants, so safety and comfort are ensured. An interesting and mesmerizing bonus awaits the athletes who have chosen the Hard level. Their way will pass through the Crimean reserves, where you can admire impressive pictures of nature.

Relay Race

If you have a group of like-minded people, this format is definitely for you. It doesn’t matter whether your team will be female, male or mixed, the main thing is that the age of participants should be within the limits: from 18 years old to 60+. The team will be able to overcome any of the three distances only if it represents a sports organization. This can be amateur clubs, leagues, schools, federations and so on.

What is included in the cost of the slot?

Starting number.
An electronic chip that determines the timing.
Finisher’s medal.
Sports bag.
Swim cap.
Bike and helmet stickers.
Water.
Isotonic.
Gifts from sponsors and partners.
Accompanied by medical assistance.
Meals on the course and at the finish line.
Final buffet.
Judging by a professional team.
Cycling workshop.
Use of showers and access to beach facilities.

What is the grand prize?

A winner will be revealed on each course and will receive a stay for two in the best rooms of the five-star hotel Mriya Resort & SPA. But that’s not all! Gifts will also be prepared by the partners of the competition, in particular, the general – bookmaker company “Fonbet”.

What else can be visited during Mriyathlon?

A great advantage is the possibility to combine the competition with a vacation, and don’t forget that you can invite your family or a group of friends. Many people arrive early to get settled, acclimatize and see the surroundings. Crimea in August is truly beautiful: the aromas of juniper groves captivate and call for a health walk, the sea at this time is incredibly warm, so it will be a pleasure to swim here.

Walking along trekking trails with insanely beautiful landscapes, visiting the ancient coral reef, Ai-Petri mountain and contemplating the sunset from the top, the height of which is 1234 meters – all this will be very close to you. You can merge with nature and feel its majesty.

Here are a few locations that are worth visiting for connoisseurs of architecture:

“Swallow’s Nest”. Gothic castle, located on a steep 40-meter cliff of Cape Ai-Todor, over the years has become one of the must-see places. The architectural and exhibition complex itself consists of several viewing platforms, a permanent exposition telling about the history of the castle, and an exhibition area.
Church of the Resurrection or Foros. Built in the XIX century, the church is located at an altitude of 412 meters above sea level. From the observation deck you will enjoy picturesque views of Yalta’s surroundings.
Cave towns. All along the coast you can find these unique structures carved in the rocks. They were created as defensive fortifications. Now it is one of the interesting points on the tourist map.
Colorful palaces and museums. There are many of them on the peninsula, for example, Livadia Palace Museum. Previously, it was the southern residence of Russian emperors. The building in a light Italian style sinks into the soul and pleases the eye.
And a pleasant walk from the park can be transferred to vineyards in . olive groves, which are so reminiscent of the Italian landscapes of Tuscany.

All points of interest are close to each other, you won’t have to drive long from one attraction to another. Make your own little route along the southern coast of Crimea and add even more memories to the already colorful Mriyathlon.

How to get to the start?

There are several options for getting to the start point, explore them to find the most suitable one.

Train or bus

Trains and buses depart from most major cities to Crimea. The closest to the starting point of the triathlon is Yalta, so choose tickets to it. Further you need to get to the hotel Mriya Resort & SPA, you can get there by cab, indicating the address: Opolznevoe village, Generala Ostryakova street, 9. The second option – by bus number 128, you will need to get off at the stop “Sanatorium “Zori Rossii”.

Personal car

Do you like auto-travel? Then there is no question how to get there! Prepare your car and go from any city. Do not forget to take a good company and make a map of sights, there will be a lot of them on the way.

Yacht charter from Sochi

A small one-day cruise is a good way to get to the starting point. Participants will be met at the airport in Sochi. From there, they will travel to the river port where they will transfer to the yacht. About 24 hours of sailing, enjoying the light breeze and traveling through the ports of Gelendzhik, Tuapse, Novorossiysk, Anapa and other cities.

Where to live?

There is a wide choice of accommodation for every budget. Mriya Resort & SPA has prepared discounts and special offers for participants. Thanks to them you will be able to book comfortable rooms for the whole family, friends or team. In addition, accommodation is also provided by partners of the event: you can stay in a guest house or hotel in Alupka, Simeiz, Yalta and so on.

How to become a participant?

You only need to do a couple of things:

Decide on the distance.
Register on the website mriyathlon.ru until August 11.
Prepare everything you need for the start.

Do not miss the opportunity to make this summer unforgettable, end it bright and sporty. An exciting trip to the Crimea and the Mriyathlon triathlon race will definitely help you in this.