Since Nang: Sports tourism is booming with record numbers for the Ironman 2025!

Since Nang: Sports tourism is booming with record numbers for the Ironman 2025!

Da Nang, Vietnam - The recently held Ironman competitions in Da Nang mark an important highlight in Vietnamese sports tourism. On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Ironman presence in Vietnam, numerous athletes met in this coastal city in early May 2025 to compete in various disciplines. The Ironman 70.3 Da Nang attracted over 3,500 athletes from 72 countries and offered exciting competitions in the triathlon distances of 21 km running, 1.9 km swimming and 90 km cycling.

In addition, the da Nang International Marathon took place, which recorded over 7,000 participants this year. This represents a remarkable increase of almost 45 % compared to the previous year and shows that Nang is becoming increasingly popular as a venue. Almost 3,000 international athletes from 72 nations took part in the 12th edition of the marathon, which is the largest number of international athletes in the history of the event in Vietnam. The organizers strive to increase the number of participants to 20,000 by 2027.

diverse sporting events in Da Nang

Da Nang is planning a number of national sports tournaments for 2025, including rowing, canoeing and bowling championships as well as sailing and stand-up paddleboard competitions. These activities are part of a strategic initiative to establish Nang as a center for sports tourism, one of the fastest growing sectors in the industry with an estimated market value of around $ 800 billion worldwide. According to forecasts, a growth rate of 17.5 % is expected for the period from 2023 to 2030.

The city records 15 to 20 national and international sporting events annually that not only contribute to promoting sports tourism, but also support the economic development of the region. Nguyen Trong Thao, deputy director of the Ministry of Culture, Sport and Tourism, emphasizes the success of the Ironman competitions and the role of DA Nang as the goal for international athletes.

an attractive travel destination

da Nang also offers an impressive backdrop with beautiful beaches, cultural treasures and UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Hoi, My Son and Hue. The city was recently included in the "52 Places to Go" list of the New York Times, which further increases its attractiveness for tourists. In addition to the classic Ironman events, the Sunrise Sprint Vietnam is also organized for short distance triathletes and the Ironkids competition for younger sports enthusiasts, which strengthens the city as a family-friendly goal.

With its diverse range of events and a breathtaking environment, Nang consolidates its status as an outstanding goal for athletes and tourists alike. Further information on the upcoming events is on the websites of vietnam.vn and ironman.com