Open Water Luján
- Dec 13, 2026
- Distance: 8km
At a glance
- Next edition date
- December 13, 2026
- Distances
- 8 km
- Where
- Lake · Luján, Lujan, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Registration
- owa.com.ar
About the race
The Grand Prix OWA represents the most demanding tournament on the Open Water Adventures calendar. It is a competitive long-distance circuit consisting of four scoring rounds, designed to test the strategy, endurance, and adaptability of swimmers in diverse natural settings.
The 2026/2027 season aims to crown the absolute champions, the leaders of each category, and the season's champion team. The scoring system rewards performance relative to the best overall time for each gender, applying specific coefficients based on the distance of each stage and allowing for the discard of the lowest score obtained.
Course
4-member relay, each swimming approx. 50 meters.
One full lap of the 2 km circuit.
Two laps of the 2 km circuit.
8 km continuous swim. Upon completing the first 4 km, the split is recorded for the OWA Circuit without exiting the water.
Awards
Absolute champions, category champions, and the season's champion team are awarded. $2,700,000 in prizes will be distributed, with $1,350,000 in credit for the overall champion of each gender.
Aid stations
Hydration included.
How to get there
Located 50 minutes from CABA via the western access.
Open Water Luján
Frequently asked questions
- When is Open Water Luján?
- Open Water Luján takes place on December 13, 2026.
- What distances does Open Water Luján offer?
- Open Water Luján has a single distance: 8 km.
- Where does Open Water Luján take place?
- Open Water Luján is a lake swim. Location: Luján, Lujan, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- How do I register for Open Water Luján?
- The reference page for registering for Open Water Luján is https://www.owa.com.ar/carrera/lujan.
Where to stay
The Lujan area offers a mix of modest countryside 'quintas' and functional roadside motels, with most swimmers opting for self-catering apartments near the Surf Village to facilitate early morning logistics. Expect to pay between $60 and $110 per night for double occupancy. Camping options exist on the outskirts of the lake, providing direct access to the beach area for those preferring to stay within the event perimeter.
Things to do nearby
Participants often spend the post-race afternoon visiting the local historic basilicas or exploring the rural 'pampas' trails by mountain bike. The area is known for traditional Argentine asado preparations, with several riverbank establishments offering guided kayak excursions to observe the local birdlife in the wetlands bordering the main basin.
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