OPENLAKES CHAMPAGNE
JUNE 21 & 22, 2025 at LAC DU DER, FRANCE
Photos 2023 Conditions of cancellation
In collaboration with the Vitryat Champagne Triathlon Club
RACES

HANDISPORT
For the 2025 editions, the Openlakes Triathlon opens 4 of these events (8 races) to disabled athletes.
The disabled athletes will be able to compete in 2 formats, as individuals or in team relays.
An Openlakes with your family
Soak up the experience of "La Petite Famille Baroudeuse" with this comprehensive article that will answer many of your questions !


Wetsuit rental
You can reserve your wetsuit through our partner HUUB.
The wetsuit will be available on the day of the event at the HUUB booth in the expo village. The rental price is €40.
A deposit of €100 will be required when picking up your wetsuit. This amount will be refunded when you return the wetsuit.
(Offer limited based on available stock)
Information & reservations

Trisuit rental
You can book your trisuit through our partner Triloop.
- The trisuit will be available on race day at the Triloop booth in the expo village.
- The flat rental price is €35.
- An identity card will be required when picking up this suit, the ID will serve as a deposit. Your card will be returned to you at the end of the event.
- Please carefully follow the size guide above to choose your tri-suit size.
- In case of cancellation, the refund of the tri-suit rental is subject to the conditions stated in the cancellation package.
If you have not purchased the cancellation package, you will not be eligible for any refund. - Tri-suit reservations can be made while stocks last (limited stock).
- If you are satisfied with the trisuit and wish to purchase it after the event, it is possible! The rental price will then be deducted from the purchase price.
Book (directly via the registration form)
SCHEDULE
Time | Description |
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14:00-20:00 | Opening of the exhibition village |
16:00-20:00 | Opening secretariat race (Full & Half) |
14:00-15:00 | Swimming training |
17:00-18:00 | Swimming training |
16:00-20:00 | Bike check-in - Full (Required) & Half (Recommended) |
Time | Description |
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05:15-06:45 | Opening of the "full" bike park |
07:00 | Start - Full Distance |
08:00-20:00 | Opening of the exhibition village |
08:00-10:15 | Opening secretariat race - Half Distance |
08:00-10:15 | Bike Check In - Half Distance |
10:30 | Start – Half Distance |
16:00-18:30 | Opening secretariat race - Olympic & Promo |
20:00 | Awards ceremony - Half and Full Distance |
Time | Description |
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07:00-08:30 | Opening secretariat race - Promo Distance |
07:00-20:00 | Opening of the exhibition village |
07:00-08:45 | Bike check-in - Promo Distance |
09:00-11:00 |
Opening secretariat race – Teens & MFTE & Kids
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09:00-14:00 | Opening secretariat race - Olympic Distance |
09:00 | Start - Promo Distance - Men |
09:10 | Start - Promo Distance - Women |
10:30-11:15 |
Bike check-in – Teens & MFTE Distance
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11:30 | Start - TEENS Distance |
11:35 | Start – My First Triathlon Experience (XS) |
11:30-12:45 | Bike check-in – Kids & Mini Kids |
13:00-14:15 | Bike check-in - Olympic Distance |
13:00 | Start – Mini Kids (6-9ans) |
13:30 | Start – Kids (10-13ans) |
13:30 | Awards Ceremony – Promo Distance / Teens |
14:30 | Start - Olympic Distance |
18:00 | Awards Ceremony - Olympic Distance |
EVENT ADDRESS
GPS : Latitude : 48.606 | Longitude : 4.776
51290 Sainte-Marie-du-Lac-Nuisement, France
Gare de Vitry-le-François
51300 Vitry-le-François, France
T : +33 8 92 35 35 35.

CAMPING
Would you like to bring your camper van to OPENLAKES Champagne?
Find all the information you need on the Lac du Der website !
EVENT INFO
You can download the athlete's guide here, as soon as it's ready.
- Until when are registrations open?
- Openlakes Champagne: It is possible to register until 17/06/2025 subject to availability.
- Openlakes Belgique : It is possible to register until 16/09/2025 subject to availability.
- What does the registration fee include?
The price you pay includes registration, administration fee, participant gift and finisher medal.
- Am I registered correctly?
You can check if you are properly registered via the list of registrants for the Openlakes Champagne and the list of Openlakes Belgium registrants
- Can I register for 2 different distances?
Yes, it is possible to participate in 2 different events at the same time.
- What if my distance is complete and I am not registered?
You can register on the waiting list. You will be informed if a place becomes available, depending on cancellations.
- I am responsible for a club, is it possible to make a group registration?
Yes, you can decide to create a group via the registration platform.
- Openlakes Champagne : create a group
- Openlakes Belgium : create a group
- I want to change some data in my registration, can I do it?
Yes, it is possible to make changes via the rider area received in the confirmation email.
- Can I change my distance?
All distance transfer requests will be accepted via the e-mail address : info@openlakes.eu
- In case of distance downgrade, the difference in registration fee cannot be refunded.
- For any request to increase the distance, the difference in registration fee between the two distances must be paid by bank transfer for the registration to be validated.
- Can I transfer my registration to another athlete?
Yes, you can do it yourself via your runner's area on the Njuko platform.
Attention, this transfer must be done for :
- Openlakes Champagne : 21 may 2025
- Openlakes Belgique : 21 august 2025
- Can I be reimbursed if I can't attend?
The refund conditions depend on two factors :
- Did you subscribe to the cancellation package during your registration?
- On which date did you send your refund request?
Please find all the information regarding dates and amounts on our website on the pages:
- Openlakes Champagne : cancellation conditions
- Openlakes Belgium : cancellation conditions
- What documents do I need to show when I pick up my number?
- If you have a license, you must obligatorily present your identity card as well as your triathlon license.
- If you do not have a license, you must obligatorily present your identity card and subscribe to the one-day insurance.
The medical certificate is no longer mandatory.
You will be invited to complete a health form via our registration forms.
Who can take part in this event ?
Everyone can participate as long as they meet the minimum age required for each race.
- Are there time limits for each discipline?
Yes, each race has its own time limits. You can find all the information under the "time limit" tab of the respective race.
- What happens if I exceed the time limit?
If you exceed the time limit for an event, the referees will make the decision not to let you compete in the next event.
- Is the neoprene swimming suit mandatory?
Wearing a wetsuit is mandatory if the water temperature is below 16°C.
Wearing a wetsuit is not mandatory if the water temperature is between 16°C and 23°C.
Above 23°C, wearing a wetsuit is prohibited.
- What is the temperature of the water?
A temperature reading will be taken on the morning of the event. We cannot predict the temperature in advance. The final decision on whether or not to wear a wetsuit will be made on the day of the race.
- Is it possible to rent a wetsuit?
- The wetsuit will be available on race day at the HUUB booth in the expo village.
- The flat rental fee is €45.
- A deposit of €100 and your ID card will be required when collecting the wetsuit. Both the deposit and your ID will be returned when the wetsuit is returned.
- Sizes differ depending on whether you are male or female.
- Intermediate sizes are available to ensure a perfect fit for your body shape.
- In case of cancellation, the refund of the wetsuit rental depends on the conditions set out in the cancellation pack. If you did not subscribe to the cancellation pack, no refund will be issued.
- Wetsuit reservation is possible until stocks are depleted (limited stock).
- How to download the different courses?
GPX files for the different races can be downloaded by following these steps:
- Go to the Races tab
- Click on your race
- Click on the "Info and route" tab
- Click the "View on OpenRunner" button
- The OpenRunner website page will open
- Click "Download for a GPS"
- How can I become a volunteer?
Want to join the volunteer team? It couldn’t be easier ! Visit the volunteering page for all the details.
- Can I access the transition park with a backpack?
Any type of bag is forbidden inside the transition park. Only a plastic box with a maximum size of L45, H25, W35 is allowed to store your personal equipment. You must bring your own plastic box, it is not possible to get one on site.
- Are extension cords allowed?
Extenders are allowed because these are events where drafting is prohibited.
- Is drafting allowed?
Drafting is not allowed in any event. You must keep a minimum distance of 10 meters between the leading edge of your front wheel and the front wheel of the bike you are following.
Drafting is only allowed during the sprint (S) at Openlakes Belgium.
- I registered as a group, how can I get my number back?
There are 2 options to get your number via a group:
- The group leader collects the bibs for all group members.
- Each group member picks up their own bib individually.
ACCOMMODATION
The Lac du Der offers different activities for young and old!
Whether you are looking to relax with your family and enjoy the beaches, learn about the region through guided tours, or go hiking to discover the area, you will find what you are looking for in the Lac du Der catalog!