The Hellespont

THE WORLD’S OLDEST SWIM. See you there on 30 August 2026!

It’s been said that you can’t call yourself a true open water swimmer until you’ve completed this historic cross-continental swim from Europe to Asia in Turkey.

16/06/2026

⭐"Hellespont with my son, a really fantastic, well organised experience. To be part of the annual Victory Day has been a very special challenge." - Antony ⭐

The Hellespont is an unforgettable memory to share with your family and friends.

Take on the challenge this year with a loved one!

Get your spot now www.hellespontswim.com

12/06/2026

Hellespont 2026 entries are ON SALE NOW!

Secure your space on this historic Victory Day swim.

There are limited spaces for international entries, so make sure you snap up your spot! https://www.hellespontswim.com/

11/06/2026

Hellespont 2026 race entries go live tomorrow! 🚨

Get ready to snap up your spot at 1pm GMT, 12 June.

Entry-only spaces are very limited, so make sure you secure your spot on this iconic swim! https://www.hellespontswim.com/

05/06/2026

The incredible history of the Hellespont is what makes it so special!

With its roots in Greek mythology, literary fame, and Turkish pride, there is no other swim like the Hellespont.

Be a part of history and take on this iconic challenge yourself in 2026!

Secure your spot now https://www.hellespontswim.com/

30/05/2026

Only 3 months to go until The Hellespont Swim 2026!

Are you excited? We definitely are!

Entry tickets will be going on sale soon, so keep your eyes peeled...

If you want to guarantee your race spot now, you can book a package through our official partners at https://swimtrek.co/yCRcq7

26/05/2026

"Incredible experience! A memory to last a lifetime!" - Whitney S

We love hearing about everyone's incredible experiences swimming the Hellespont.

Join us this August as we take the plunge once again!

19/05/2026

Secure your place early for the 2026 Hellespont swim!

With SwimTrek's official Hellespont race packages, you can guarantee your spot now.

These package trips also include:

- Accommodation in your choice of 6 six hotels
- Expert race briefing and private boat tour of the race route
- Welcome drinks and celebration dinners
- And much more

Book your trip today https://swimtrek.co/F09qpM

12/05/2026

Get ready to grab your spot...

International entries for the Hellespont will be on sale soon!

Are you ready to dive into the iconic swim this year?

Pre-register now to be the first to find out when entries get released

https://www.hellespontswim.com/

12/01/2026

Get a head start on your swimming goals for 2026 and book your spot on the 2026 Hellespont Swim!

Race packages for this year's Hellespont Swim are already available through SwimTrek.

SwimTrek's race packages include race entry, 3 nights' accommodation, transfers, private swim course briefing and boat tour of the race route, and a celebration dinner after the race.

Make 2026 a year to remember and take on the world's oldest swim!

Find out more: https://www.swimtrek.com/packages/swimming-holiday-hellespont-and-dardanelles-swim

27/06/2018

Last week SwimTrek founder Simon and our journalist friends previewed our world famous Hellespont swim. One of the busiest shipping lanes in the world was closed for their own private swim. Join us on the 28th August for the main event.. goo.gl/g2oPGn

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