The 1959 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships were held in

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for the second time. It was the 6th edition. The mixed C2 team event was not held at these championships after taking place in the previous one. The Swiss city hosted the championships previously in

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Medal summary

Men's

Canoe

Kayak

Mixed

Canoe

Women's

Kayak

Medal table

References

External links

International Canoe Federation
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