39th Çanakkale Strait Swimming Race
August 30, 2026 · Canakkale, Türkiye
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Highlights
Avrupa ve Asya kıtalarını birleştiren 6,5K kıtalararası yüzme parkuru.
39 yıldır süregelen köklü bir gelenek.
About This Event
Continuing the ancient tradition of swimming across the Çanakkale Strait — historically known as the Hellespont — this race is held for the 39th time. The 6.5-kilometer swim links the European and Asian continents and welcomes international participants.
Distances & Pricing
6.5K Intercontinental Swim
Price not yet announcedCourse Details
Start address
Çanakkale Boğazı, Canakkale, Marmara
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August 30, 2026