Ironman Italy Emilia-Romagna

from Thursday 18th to Sunday  21st September 2025

The Italian stage of the most popular sports brand in terms of number of participants returns to Cervia: the 'long distance' triathlon characterised by the combination of three disciplines, swimming (3.8 km), cycling (180 km) and running (42.2 km).

The triathletes' adventure will begin in the calm waters of Romagna, where stroke after stroke the athletes will tackle the first 3.8 km.

They will cross the Cervia Saltpan Nature Reserve and, accompanied by pink flamingos, they will run 180 km through history and nature to the village of Bertinoro.

Finally, the marathon, through the most characteristic spots in the towns of Cervia and Milano Marittima, will allow them to reach the finish line and be an IRONMAN "finisher" in Italy.

Ironman is a spectacular event that fills the whole city with atmosphere, sport and colours.

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Programme 2025

Ironman Italy Emilia-Romagna

From Thursday 18th to Sunday 21st September 2025

A long weekend dedicated to sport returns to Cervia, with the world's most famous American triathlon circuit.

The first event on the calendar is the traditional and colourful Parade of Nations.
On the same day, 18th September, athletes can warm up their muscles with the Night Run, a non-competitive night race.
On the second day, 19th September, the spotlight is on the little ones with Ironkids, a non-competitive race on Cervia beach.

The highlight of the entire programme is Saturday 20th September with Ironman Italy Emilia Romagna, the only long-distance race in Italy.
The perfect ending to this great sporting event are the other two triathlon races: the 70.3 (medium distance) and the 5150 (Olympic distance), scheduled for Sunday 21st September 2025.

THE WHOLE PROGRAMME

day by day

from Thursday 18th to Sunday 21st September

• Ironman Merchandise Store & Expo Area
  at Lungormare Grazia Deledda
  
  

Thursday, from 10.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday, from 9.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m.
Sunday, from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.

The athlete registration stand and Merchandise Store will be open from 10:00 a.m.

Thursday 18th September

• PARADE OF NATIONS
  Route: Magazzino del Sale Torre, Borgo Marina, Lungomare, Rotonda della Pace, Viale Roma e Piazza Garibaldi.
  6.00 p.m.

  This long sports weekend opens with the colours and flags of the triathletes parading through the centre of Cervia, representing their nation.

  Parade accompanied by the merriment of the San Crispino Musicians.

• NIGHT RUN
  from 8.30 p.m. to 11.00 p.m.
  A 5-km non competitive night race.
  Start and finish at the Fantini Club in Cervia, Lungomare Deledda 182.
  -->  Go to event detail

Friday 19th September

• IRONKIDS
  from 3.00 p.m.
  Non-competitive event for 6-18 year olds
  Start and finish at the Fantini Club in Cervia, Lungomare Deledda 182.
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Saturday 20st September

Ironman Italy Emilia Romagna

• Registration for the race 

Swim course  (3.8 km)

Start 7.30 p.m.
Cervia's public beach, Lungomare Deledda

Bike route (180 km)

Transition area, Lungomare Deledda
The bike route crosses the salt pans to reach Bertinoro
through the beautiful hilly landscape

Run route (42.2 km)

The route touches the most picturesque areas of the town, from  the San Michele tower to Piazza Garibaldi, from the tree-lined avenues and roundabouts of Milano Marittima to the Borgo Marina along the canal port.

Arrive on the beach of Cervia, Lungomare Deledda, from bathing establishments 188 to 184
Finish line at Bagno Fantini 182
Scheduled arrival at about 4.00 p.m. (4.00 p.m. first male athlete, 5.00 p.m. first female) until midnight.

Dj point

Viale Due Giugno, at the height of Via Toti (Milano Marittima)
 from 12.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m.
 An excellent opportunity, along the route, to cheer on the athletes in time to the music.

Sunday 21st September

• IRONMAN AWARDS CEREMONY & SLOT ALLOCATION
  10:00 a.m.
  Cervia, Magazzino del Sale Torre

• IRONMAN 70.3 ITALY EMILIA ROMAGNA
  

  12.00 p.m.
  Departure from the public beach in Cervia, Lungomare Deledda
  around 4.00 p.m.
  Expected arrival of first athletes, finish line at Fantini Club, Lungomare Deledda 182

  -->  Go to event detail
  
  

• 5150 CERVIA TRIATHLON EMILIA ROMAGNA
  2.00 p.m.
  Departure from the public beach in Cervia, Lungomare Deledda
  around 3.30 p.m.
  Expected arrival of first athletes, finish line at Fantini Club, Lungomare Deledda 182

  -->  Go to event detail

• IRONMAN 70.3 and 5150 AWARDS CEREMONY & SLOT ALLOCATION
  9.15 p.m.
  Cervia, Magazzino del Sale Torre

Move easy, come and see us

The full interactive map of the race routes for Saturday 20th September is available on the IRONMAN website

• Complete interactive map of all routes
  

Recommended places to see the races

If you want to cheer on the athletes, there are numerous points in town where you can follow the races in company:

• In Viale Roma in Cervia, one of the city's liveliest streets, you can follow and cheer on the athletes during the marathon, between shopping and relaxation
• In Milano Marittima, in Viale Due Giugno at the corner of Via Toti, an entertainment point with DJ set is organised on Saturday from 12.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m.
• Viale Milazzo is a point where the races can be followed and the Lungomare Deledda is the swimming/bike/run changeover area
• Fantini Club, where the arrival of the Ironman Italy races is planned

What you can find in town

The whole town is ready to welcome athletes and their families and to meet their needs.

• Ironman Expo Area on the Lungomare G. Deledda offers many shops and sport activities
• Walk or rides along the paths in the centuries-old
  pinewood and the Salt Pan

• A full immersion in nature with the Canoe Kayak Club and their splendid excursions

• The big tropical forest at Casa delle Farfalle (Butterflies House), where colourful butterflies are waiting for you!

• In Milano Marittima, the shopping streets among the roundabouts and flowerbeds of Cervia Garden City
• In the restaurants, gastronomic specialities spanning from finger food to gourmet cuisine

• The 27-hole course of the Adriatic Golf Club Cervia

Discover what to do during Ironman, experiences of nature, art and wellness await you.

What to do in Cervia

Here are some suggestions for a pleasant stay, not just of sport.