Marathons in Inner Mongolia

Inner Mongolia is home to 2 marathons in our database in China, spread across cities including Baotou and Hohhot. Hohhot Marathon is the largest race in the lineup, typically drawing around 10,000 finishers, while the full spread offers everything from fast urban courses to scenic regional events. Browse the races below for course maps, elevation profiles, typical weather, and practical race-day detail to help you choose your next start line. Plan by month on our marathon calendar or filter by country and region.

Baotou, Inner Mongolia, China🇨🇳

Baotou Marathon

The Baotou Marathon draws approximately 8,000 finishers each June on an urban road in Baotou, China. Dry air and plateau exposure make the race feel tougher than the profile suggests. The course passes broad Inner Mongolian avenues, parks, and open industrial-city landscapes under huge skies. Thin air at altitude is the main pacing challenge despite a flat layout.

Next race: Sunday, 6 June 2027

Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, China🇨🇳

Hohhot Marathon

The Hohhot Marathon draws approximately 10k finishers each May on an urban road in Hohhot, China. Altitude and dry air matter more here than hills do. The course passes Mongolian-style civic spaces, wide avenues, and open skies on the Inner Mongolian plateau. Thin air at altitude is the main pacing challenge despite a flat layout.

Next race: Sunday, 2 May 2027

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Other races closest to Inner Mongolia.

Taiyuan, Shanxi, China🇨🇳· 354 km away

Taiyuan Marathon

The Taiyuan Marathon draws approximately 25k finishers each September through Shanxi province's capital in the Fen River valley. The course passes the Twin Towers (Yongzuo Temple), Fen River parklands, and the Jinci Temple approach on wide northern-China boulevards. September's crisp Shanxi autumn and flat terrain attract runners from across north China.

Next race: Sunday, 20 September 2026

Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China🇨🇳· 438 km away

Shijiazhuang Marathon

The Shijiazhuang Marathon is one of the world's largest marathons, drawing approximately 12k finishers each April on an urban road in Shijiazhuang, China. Its straightforward flat layout gives runners few terrain surprises. The route passes broad Hebei boulevards, civic plazas, and city parks built on the North China Plain. The course is very flat throughout.

Next race: Sunday, 4 April 2027

Yinchuan, Ningxia, China🇨🇳· 459 km away

Yinchuan Marathon

The Yinchuan Marathon is one of the world's largest marathons, drawing approximately 12k finishers each May on an urban and riverside road in Yinchuan, China. Dry air and altitude define the race more than elevation changes do. The route passes canals, Helan Mountain views, and wide roads across the Ningxia plain. Thin air at altitude is the main pacing challenge despite a flat layout.

Next race: Sunday, 2 May 2027

Beijing, Beijing, China🇨🇳· 488 km away

Beijing Marathon

The Beijing Marathon is China's most prestigious road race, with approximately 30k finishers each October on a course linking the capital's iconic boulevards. Runners pass Tiananmen Square, the Temple of Heaven, and the Olympic Park on a flat route designed for fast times. The October race date and deep elite history make it the crown jewel of Chinese marathon running.

Next race: Sunday, 18 October 2026

Tianjin, Tianjin, China🇨🇳· 576 km away

Tianjin Marathon

The Tianjin Marathon is one of the world's largest marathons, drawing approximately 12k finishers each October on an urban road in Tianjin, China. Its flat profile and dense urban scenery make it one of north China's better big-city marathon courses. The route passes the Hai River, European-style concession architecture, and modern business districts. The course is very flat throughout.

Next race: Sunday, 4 October 2026