BreathMan, Lac de Saint-Ferréol

Diving into crystal-clear waters 🏊‍♂️ of a mountain lake, hopping on your bike 🚴‍♂️ to climb breathtaking cols, then finishing with a run 🏃‍♂️ through a beautiful forest 🌳—that’s all waiting for you at the BreathMan, a triathlon taking place in the Montagnes Noires, in Haute-Garonne! Whether you’re a seasoned triathlete or a beginner chasing a personal best, this race is for you 🫵. The organizers have lined up plenty of triathlon enthusiasts! 💌 So, a range of distances are available: an Ironman 70.3

Nestled in the heart of Occitanie, Revel is a charming little town 🤌, surrounded by the Montagnes Noires and just beside Lake Saint-Ferréol. This lake, classified as a historic site and created in the XVIIth century to supply the Canal du Midi, sets the backdrop for the swim 🏊‍♀️ and run portions. The organizers have thought of appealing to as many people as possible, with numerous distances for experienced triathletes or beginners 🏅. The cycling routes take you through the Montagnes Noires ⛰️, with winding roads and climbs that push your legs to the limit, but also fast descents and breathtaking scenery 😮‍💨. You’ll be pushed hard on the climb of the Croix de Montalric 📈 between Sorèze and Arfons, used by the Tour de France during the Muret-Carcassonne stage in 2025 🤯. You’ll be timed on this stretch ⏱️, so here’s to hoping the wind is at your back! 💨 The running portion takes place on forest trails 🌲 and tree-lined paths. The mild, sunny June weather 🌞 will accompany you even after the race for the pasta party and the festive and musical atmosphere of the BreathMan! 🎺

Once you cross the finish line or before the race, you’ll obviously want to enjoy Revel and its surroundings. Occitanie and Haute-Garonne are rich with natural and cultural treasures worth a detour 😍. Of course you can again experience the Lac de Saint-Ferréol, which was for more than 200 years the largest dam in Europe 🌏. History enthusiasts will enjoy discovering the Canal du Midi, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site

So, are you joining the adventure? 😁