Taipei Marathon
TaipeiTaiwan
Next race
Sunday, 20 December 2026
6:30 am start
Distance
42.195 km / 26.2 mi
Urban road
Elevation
Flat · 40 m gain
40 m climbing
Race profile
Overview
The Taipei Marathon draws approximately 9,000 finishers on an urban road in Taipei, Taiwan. The course starts and finishes at Taipei City Hall. The route passes Taipei 101, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, and the Keelung River embankment. Mostly flat with minor rises on river bridges.
Taipei Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
- Typical participants
Approximately 9,000 finishers
- Weather
- Course records
- Men: 2:09:18 — Paul Lonyangata (2020)Women: 2:25:55 — Alemtsehay Asifa Kasegn (2022)
Course & terrain
Taipei Marathon course
Route map and elevation profile for race-week planning.
The Taipei Marathon is a city loop starting and finishing at Taipei City Hall, passing Taipei 101, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, and the Keelung River embankment. The river and boulevard sections are the easiest because they stay mostly flat and wide, while the subtle urban rollers and bridge approaches are tougher interruptions to an otherwise fast profile. Spectator support is strongest at City Hall, around Taipei 101, and along the Keelung River embankment.
Taipei Marathon route map
The Taipei Marathon course is flat over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 40 metres of climbing and 40 metres of descent, with minimal net elevation change from start to finish.
- Elevation
Registration
Taipei Marathon entry requirements
For the Taipei Marathon, international registration is available through taipeicitymarathon.com/en. An international runner quota is set each year; places tend to go quickly, so registering as soon as sign-ups open is recommended for overseas participants.
Getting there
Taipei Marathon travel
Airports closest to Taipei for flight planning and race-week travel.
- Closest airport
Taipei (Songshan) (TSA)
Taipei Songshan International Airport
3 km / 2 mi
Race footage
Taipei Marathon videos
Race-day footage from the course to help you picture the route, crowds, and key landmarks on marathon day.
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Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Taipei Marathon elevation profile?
- The Taipei Marathon has 40 metres of total climbing and 40 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is flat, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.
- Where can I find the Taipei Marathon route map?
- This page includes a Taipei Marathon course map showing the full 42.195 km route from start to finish. Passes Taipei 101, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, and the Keelung River embankment.
- How long is the Taipei Marathon?
- The Taipei Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts and finishes at Taipei City Hall.
- What time does the Taipei Marathon start?
- The 2026 Taipei Marathon starts at 6:30 am local time on Sunday, 20 December 2026. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Is the Taipei Marathon Taiwan's largest marathon?
- Yes. The Taipei City Marathon (台北馬拉松) is Taiwan's largest and most prestigious marathon, organised by the Taipei City Government. It attracts runners from across Asia and serves as the primary domestic marathon event on Taiwan's road-running calendar.
- What landmarks does the Taipei Marathon course pass?
- The course takes runners past Taipei 101 (once the world's tallest building), the Presidential Office, the National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Daan Forest Park, and along the Keelong River flood plain — a comprehensive tour of Taipei's modern and historic sites.
- When is the Taipei Marathon held?
- The race is typically held on the third Sunday of December, when Taipei's subtropical climate produces its coolest and driest weather of the year (12–18 °C) — the best conditions for fast running in the city.
- Is the Taipei Marathon course flat?
- Yes. The course is largely flat, with only around 40 metres of total elevation gain, routed through the basin of the Taipei Valley. The flat terrain and cool December weather combine to make it one of Asia's best courses for personal bests.
- How do international runners register for the Taipei Marathon?
- An international runner quota is set each year; places tend to go quickly, so registering as soon as sign-ups open is recommended for overseas participants.
Official resources
Taipei Marathon links
Websites
Social Media
Last updated 11 October 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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