Plaisir Short
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PLAISIR SHORT

Franschhoek, Western Cape

24 Sep 2026
Individual
~6km total
~800m swimming (2x)
~5.2km running (3x)

OVERVIEW

The Plaisir Short is your perfect introduction to the SwimRun format. Same stunning dam swimming and trail running as the Long, but shorter and more accessible. Two beautiful transitions between cool freshwater dam and scenic vineyard trails.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • ~6km SwimRun (2x swims, 3x runs)
  • Torpedo SwimRun swim cap to keep
  • Race course hydration and nutrition
  • Water safety at every swim
  • Finish line refreshments
  • Plaisir Heritage day food and wine offering
  • Torpedo SwimRun vibes

REQUIREMENTS

Additional requirements for athletes aged 13–18

  • Ages 13+
  • Swimming ability required
  • Trail running fitness required
  • Wetsuit optional but recommended
  • Running Shoes + Whistle

Minimum age: 13

RACE SEGMENTS

1
Run

Trail Start

Start areaDam entry

2
Swim

Dam Swim 1

Dam entryDam exit

3
Run

Vineyard Trail

Dam exitDam entry 2

4
Swim

Dam Swim 2

Dam entry 2Dam exit 2

5
Run

Finish Sprint

Dam exit 2Finish line

COMING SOON

Route details will be revealed closer to race day

RACE PHOTOS

Athlete celebrating in the dam with thumbs up, mountains behind
Athlete running on rocky forest trail
Two athletes running through Winelands fields with mountain backdrop
Two athletes smiling together in the dam post-race

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Individual (includes R100 donation to Banhoek Conservancy)

R550

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Gear Provided

  • Torpedo swim cap
  • Torpedo race vest (to be returned)
  • Timing chip (to be returned)

Optional Gear

  • Wetsuit
  • Swimming hand paddles
  • SwimRun pull buoy
  • Swim goggles

Hydration Points

  • 2 Hydration points on route