Santa Cross Triathlon

The Santa Cross Triathlon is a multi-sport race held in Santa Margherita Ligure, on the Ligurian coast near Genoa, scheduled for late May. The format deviates from a standard swim-bike-run: it includes a 1 km swim, a 4 km kayak leg, and a 6 km trail run with 300 m of elevation gain. The course requires proficiency in three distinct disciplines within a condensed race: open-water swimming, paddling, and a brief, steep trail run. The official race website is Rea Palus Race, and event listings categorize it among local endurance events, not as a standalone city road race.