On 4 and 5 July 2026, Geneva hosts the Geneva Triathlon, one of the most celebrated sporting events on the shores of Lake Geneva. Switzerland for UNHCR is the official charity partner — and this 2026 edition is our most ambitious yet.
Whether here in Switzerland or in a refugee camp, sport carries hope, courage, and resilience. Its universal quality is its power to bring people together — to build unity through shared effort.
Every year, families forced to flee travel billions of kilometres in search of safety. Their determination is a source of inspiration for us all. The Geneva Triathlon is a way of walking alongside them — one kilometre at a time.
Solidarity kicks off at noon on Friday. Join us for a free 30-minute warm-up led by UNHCR staff, in the form of a friendly run open to everyone.
A 5-minute warm-up, followed by 25 minutes of gentle jogging in pace groups – the perfect check-up run ahead of the weekend’s events.
Date: 3 July at 12:00, with the 25 minutes run starting at 12:10
Location: Triathlon Village
Places are limited.
Set up your own fundraising page and invite your friends and family to sponsor your effort in support of refugees. Whether you're racing or cheering from the lakeside, your contribution can change a life.
Not entered in the triathlon? No matter. We've created a game just for fun. Pull on your virtual wetsuit and take on our retro arcade triathlon. Swimming, cycling, running — three events, one stopwatch, and your reputation on the line against your friends.