Tropical Race Geneva 2026 · Alpine Lakes Tour

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Tropical Race 2026 - Tropical Corner

🌴 Tropical Race 2026

📅 Sunday May 31, 2026 · Tropical Corner, Geneva (Switzerland)
See you on Sunday May 31, 2026 in Geneva at the Tropical Corner for the most festive race of the Alpine Lakes Tour. Summer vibes guaranteed at this legendary Lake Geneva spot, famous for its burgers, wild parties and top-notch gear. A six-race day open to all levels in a unique setting at the heart of Geneva.

🌴 What makes this stage unique

The only SUP race with a 100% tropical atmosphere in the heart of Switzerland. An exhilarating mix of sport and party on the shores of Lake Geneva, at the coolest spot in town.

Stage highlights
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Festive vibe

The Tropical Corner is THE Geneva spot — burgers, cocktails and music for an unforgettable day.

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Crystal-clear waters

Lake Geneva offers exceptional paddling conditions with remarkably clear water.

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Unique urban setting

Race at the heart of Geneva with views of the Jet d’eau and the Alps — a spectacular backdrop.

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6 races in one day

Long, short, junior, kids, sprint and dragon: there’s a format for everyone.

🔥 Registration is open

📅 30 spots at Motivés rate (-€10) — first come, first served · Until Monday May 4 23:59 OR until quota is full

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Schedule
08:30Welcome of competitors · bib pickup · on-site registration
09:50Briefing
10:00Long Distance · Short Distance · Junior Race start (simultaneous)
13:30Kids Race
14:30Sprint Race
15:30Dragon Race
16:30Awards ceremony
The 6 races
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Long Distance

10 km

Sporty loop on Lake Geneva starting from the Tropical Corner. Often flat conditions, ideal for chrono performance.

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Short Distance

5 km

Accessible course along the Geneva shoreline. Perfect for a first race or simply for the pleasure of paddling in an exceptional setting.

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Junior Race

≤ 15 yrs

Race for young paddlers, starting simultaneously with the LD/CD in the morning.

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Kids Race

Discovery

Untimed race for the youngest, in a discovery and fun spirit.

Sprint Race

Short & fast

Explosive afternoon format for pure speed lovers.

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Dragon Race

Teams of 4

The fun afternoon race on the ALT Red Paddle Dragons — teams formed on the spot, atmosphere guaranteed.

Practical info

📍 Access

Tropical Corner
Quai de Cologny 5-9
1223 Cologny, Switzerland

You can quickly drop off your equipment at the Tropical Corner entrance (Quai de Cologny 5). The best place to park afterwards is the Genève Plage car park, right next to it (CHF 5 all day on weekends).

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🍔 Food & drinks

The Tropical Corner is also a paradise spot by the lake: tasty dishes, refreshing drinks, palm-tree terrace. Perfect for lunch after the race or to enjoy the legendary sunsets.

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🏕️ Accommodation

Best spot: the TCS Camping Genève-Vésenaz. 5 km from the Tropical Corner — you can even paddle from the campsite to the race. Lake views and sunsets included.

Camping Pointe-à-la-Bise (TCS) · Chemin de la Bise 18 · 1222 Vésenaz · +41 22 752 12 96

🏆 2025 edition recap

Beautiful day at the Tropical Corner on the shores of Lake Geneva! Tropical atmosphere and great performances all day long.

Long Distance — Top 3

Pos.Name
1Olivier Comazzi🇨🇭
2Sébastien Jalmain🇫🇷
3Mathieu Charpin🇫🇷

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