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Sunday, 6 December 2026
8:00 am start
Distance
42.195 km / 26.2 mi
Scenic coastal road
Elevation
Flat · 50 m gain
50 m climbing
Race profile
Overview
The Zhuhai Marathon is one of the world's largest marathons, drawing approximately 15k finishers each December on a scenic coastal road in Zhuhai, China. The long oceanfront mileage makes it one of China's most scenic coastal road marathons. The course passes the Lovers' Road seafront, island views, and sleek coastal skyline sections facing Macau. The course is very flat throughout.
Zhuhai Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
- Typical participants
Approximately 15k finishers
- Weather
Course & terrain
Zhuhai Marathon course
Course route details and elevation profile for race-week planning.
Starts and finishes along Zhuhai's waterfront avenue system. The course passes the Lovers' Road seafront, island views, and sleek coastal skyline sections facing Macau. Very flat throughout. Very flat throughout.
The Zhuhai Marathon course is 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.
- Elevation
Registration
Zhuhai Marathon entry requirements
The Zhuhai Marathon uses a lottery or ballot through zhuhai.marathon.org.cn, with registration windows that typically open several months before the December race. Domestic applicants register via the official marathon.org.cn portal and demand routinely exceeds the mass-participation cap of roughly 15k runners. International runners must monitor the official site for overseas entry channels and health-credential requirements, as places fill quickly once the window opens.
Getting there
Zhuhai Marathon travel
Airports closest to Zhuhai for flight planning and race-week travel.
- Closest airport
Nossa Senhora do Carmo (MFM)
Macau International Airport
14 km / 9 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Zhuhai Marathon elevation profile?
- The Zhuhai Marathon has 50 metres of total climbing and 50 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is flat, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.
- How long is the Zhuhai Marathon?
- The Zhuhai Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Coastal course starts and finishes along Zhuhai's waterfront avenue system.
- What time does the Zhuhai Marathon start?
- The 2026 Zhuhai Marathon starts at 8:00 am local time on Sunday, 6 December 2026. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Zhuhai Marathon start and finish?
- Starts and finishes along Zhuhai's waterfront avenue system. Updated each year.
- When is the Zhuhai Marathon and how do I register?
- Zhuhai Marathon is typically held in December. Registration opens may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
- Is the Zhuhai Marathon course flat?
- Yes. Zhuhai Marathon is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.
- What landmarks does the Zhuhai Marathon pass?
- The course passes the Lovers' Road seafront, island views, and sleek coastal skyline sections facing Macau.
- What weather should runners expect at Zhuhai Marathon?
- Usually mild and humid with a persistent sea breeze.
Official resources
Zhuhai Marathon links
Websites
Social Media
Last updated 11 October 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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