2012 World Orienteering Championships

The 29th World Orienteering Championships was held in Lausanne, Switzerland, from 14 to 21 July 2012.

Participating countries
A total of 46 countries participated at this World Championships.

Sprint
The sprint finals were held on 14 July 2012 at Lausanne-Ouchy.

Middle distance
The middle distance finals were held on 17 July 2012 at St-Cergue / La Givrine.

Long distance
The long distance finals were held on 19 July 2012 at Chalet-à-Gobet.

Relay
The relay events were held on 21 July 2012 at Chalet-à-Gobet.