The 29th World Orienteering Championships was held in Lausanne, Switzerland, from 14 to 21 July 2012.
A total of 46 countries participated at this World Championships.
The sprint finals were held on 14 July 2012 at Lausanne-Ouchy.
The middle distance finals were held on 17 July 2012 at St-Cergue / La Givrine.
The long distance finals were held on 19 July 2012 at Chalet-ÃÂ -Gobet.
The relay events were held on 21 July 2012 at Chalet-ÃÂ -Gobet.