The FULL DISTANCE triathlon in Hamburg, Germany kicks off with a spectacular 3.8 km (2.4 mile) swim in the very heart of Hamburg, starting at the iconic Jungfernstieg and gliding through the scenic Inner and Outer Alster, with water temperatures averaging a comfortable 70°F (21°C). Next, athletes tackle a 178 km bike course consisting of two loops that showcase Hamburg's best sights. Beginning in the bustling city center, cyclists will speed past the vibrant Reeperbahn, the historic fish ...