Overview
The Yangzhou Marathon draws approximately 8,000 finishers each March on a historic urban road in Yangzhou, China. Yangzhou is better known globally for its famous half marathon, which makes the full marathon a more niche discovery. The route passes Slender West Lake approaches, canal-city roads, and low-elevation boulevards. The course is very flat throughout.
Yangzhou Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
Yangzhou Marathon 2027 race day
The next Yangzhou Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 7 March 2027 with a 8:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 50 m of climbing on a very flat layout.
Yangzhou Marathon course route
Starts and finishes in Yangzhou's central district. The route passes Slender West Lake approaches, canal-city roads, and low-elevation boulevards. Canal-city miles across the Jianghuai plain favor steady rhythm, with crowds near Slender West Lake and the central finish.
Yangzhou Marathon elevation profile
The Yangzhou Marathon course is very flat over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 50 metres of climbing and 50 metres of descent, with minimal net elevation change from start to finish.
Entry requirements
The Yangzhou Marathon uses a lottery or ballot through yangzhou.marathon.org.cn, with registration windows that typically open several months before the March race. Domestic applicants register via the official marathon.org.cn portal and demand routinely exceeds the mass-participation cap of roughly 8k runners. International runners must monitor the official site for overseas entry channels and health-credential requirements, as places fill quickly once the window opens.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Yangzhou Marathon elevation profile?
- The Yangzhou Marathon has 50 metres of total climbing and 50 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is very flat, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.
- How long is the Yangzhou Marathon?
- The Yangzhou Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Historic course starting and finishing in Yangzhou's central district.
- What time does the Yangzhou Marathon start?
- The 2027 Yangzhou Marathon starts at 8:00 am local time on Sunday, 7 March 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on yangzhou.marathon.org.cn/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Yangzhou Marathon start and finish?
- Starts and finishes in Yangzhou's central district. Updated course maps are published at https://yangzhou.marathon.org.cn/ each year.
- When is the Yangzhou Marathon and how do I register?
- Yangzhou Marathon is typically held in March. Registration opens through https://yangzhou.marathon.org.cn/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
- Is the Yangzhou Marathon course flat?
- Yes. Yangzhou Marathon is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.
- What landmarks does the Yangzhou Marathon pass?
- The route passes Slender West Lake approaches, canal-city roads, and low-elevation boulevards.
- What weather should runners expect at Yangzhou Marathon?
- Usually mild with spring humidity and comfortable temperatures.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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