WHAT'S THE CHALLENGE?
X-WATERS Sevan 2026 features swims over distances of 500m, 1 mile, and 6 km in the main lake of Armenia. The event will also be preceded by a swimming camp.
Lake Sevan is the largest lake in Armenia and the entire Caucasus, the primary natural symbol of Armenia, a place of incredible beauty and power that, however, demands a special approach.
-Conquering Sevan is an unforgettable adventure, for which it is crucial to prepare not only mentally but also physically. The unique location dictates its own rules. Be ready for the conditions of Sevan.
-The lake is situated high in the mountains, at an altitude of 1900 meters, where the air is thin and the body operates in a special mode. Acclimatization is your key ally.
-Consider the scale: 940 km² of open water. Sevan is not a pool or a quiet bay. It is a vast lake with its own character.
-Mountain climate: coolness even at the peak of summer. The altitude creates its own microclimate. No matter how hot it is in the valley, up here, at this height, it is always cool. Expected water temperature is 17-20°C.
-The challenge of the distances is more than compensated by the breathtaking scenery surrounding you: dense forests, cliffs, steppes, meadows, and distant snowy peaks.
Lake Sevan is the largest lake in Armenia and the entire Caucasus, the primary natural symbol of Armenia, a place of incredible beauty and power that, however, demands a special approach.
-Conquering Sevan is an unforgettable adventure, for which it is crucial to prepare not only mentally but also physically. The unique location dictates its own rules. Be ready for the conditions of Sevan.
-The lake is situated high in the mountains, at an altitude of 1900 meters, where the air is thin and the body operates in a special mode. Acclimatization is your key ally.
-Consider the scale: 940 km² of open water. Sevan is not a pool or a quiet bay. It is a vast lake with its own character.
-Mountain climate: coolness even at the peak of summer. The altitude creates its own microclimate. No matter how hot it is in the valley, up here, at this height, it is always cool. Expected water temperature is 17-20°C.
-The challenge of the distances is more than compensated by the breathtaking scenery surrounding you: dense forests, cliffs, steppes, meadows, and distant snowy peaks.
This journey is a chance not just to swim across Sevan, but to feel it with your entire soul.
The main: This is NOT a training camp where you'll shave 5 seconds off your 100 m. It IS your chance to experience the real Sevan — from water and land — in great company, while improving your open-water swimming skills along the way.
Important! The water in Sevan is cold, even in its "warmer" spots. It can reach up to 22°C but may also drop to 12°C or lower, even in the warmest area. It is impossible to predict — we can only hope and prepare. In case of challenging weather conditions, we will adapt the program accordingly.
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The main: This is NOT a training camp where you'll shave 5 seconds off your 100 m. It IS your chance to experience the real Sevan — from water and land — in great company, while improving your open-water swimming skills along the way.
Important! The water in Sevan is cold, even in its "warmer" spots. It can reach up to 22°C but may also drop to 12°C or lower, even in the warmest area. It is impossible to predict — we can only hope and prepare. In case of challenging weather conditions, we will adapt the program accordingly.
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Armenia is an extremely hospitable country with a rich history, renowned as the world's first Christian state.
The ancient relic lake Sevan – known as the "Pearl of Armenia" or the "Gegham Sea" – is one of the world's largest high-altitude freshwater lakes. A true miracle of nature, it lies in the heart of the Armenian highlands within a vast mountain bowl, cradled by picturesque ranges at an altitude of 1,900 meters.
Mentioned in countless poems and stories, Sevan is a place of truly captivating beauty. Moreover, its shores are graced by numerous monasteries, built in the unique style of Armenian ecclesiastical architecture. Its crystal-clear waters can change color dramatically: under the sun, they are a soft turquoise; when the wind blows, a severe gray; and by night, a shimmering silver. However Sevan reveals itself to you, the memory will last a lifetime.
The ancient relic lake Sevan – known as the "Pearl of Armenia" or the "Gegham Sea" – is one of the world's largest high-altitude freshwater lakes. A true miracle of nature, it lies in the heart of the Armenian highlands within a vast mountain bowl, cradled by picturesque ranges at an altitude of 1,900 meters.
Mentioned in countless poems and stories, Sevan is a place of truly captivating beauty. Moreover, its shores are graced by numerous monasteries, built in the unique style of Armenian ecclesiastical architecture. Its crystal-clear waters can change color dramatically: under the sun, they are a soft turquoise; when the wind blows, a severe gray; and by night, a shimmering silver. However Sevan reveals itself to you, the memory will last a lifetime.
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Agenda
X-WATERS Sevan 2026
Preliminary schedule:
Saturday, August 15th
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Sunday, August 16th
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The exact schedule will be known closer to the start. You will receive a participant's booklet 2 weeks before the event.
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