The Great Wall of China Marathon Autumn

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Beijing, China
26 Oct, 2025 (Sun)

Running

5 km, 10 km, 21.1 km, 42.195 km

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240 USD
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About the event

Experience the Autumn Edition of The Great Wall of China Marathon, offering the same challenging course with a stunningly different landscape! Autumn in Beijing is renowned for its breathtaking beauty, making it an ideal season for runners who prefer cooler conditions. With an average temperature of 10℃/50°F, it's perfect for those who find the May race's 25℃/77°F climate too warm. Plus, enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere with fewer participants compared to the bustling May 1st marathon.

Races offered by this event

You have 32 weeks to prepare

Marathon

From

240 USD
26 Oct, 2025 (Sun)
Running

42.195 km


Half Marathon

From

240 USD
26 Oct, 2025 (Sun)
Running

21.1 km


10KM

From

240 USD
26 Oct, 2025 (Sun)
Running

10 km


5KM

From

240 USD
26 Oct, 2025 (Sun)
Running

5 km

Course details

Start address

Beijing, China

Finish address

Beijing, China

Route map

route map

What’s included in entry

These are included in your entry
Finisher medal
Massage
Event T-shirts
Toilets
Goodie bag
Shuttle to Start Line
E-certificate/e-diploma
Nutrition Stations
Video Service
Drink Stations
Bag drop
Photo Service
Medical Assistance

Frequently Asked Questions

Reviews

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paola alberti
Apr 2024
10 km

You are not actually running on the GREAT WALL, except for abt. 2km!!! There is no clear indication of the real track in the website, so I supposed was all on the GREAT WALL, and I was so wrong!! You are in the middle of nowhere and you climb on the wall with a wood ladder (is that legal in a race???), once you complete the hiking to get to the wall. I thank a lot all the running mates and all the staff that made this experience fun despite the track.

I was so happy I did not signed up for a longer distance, due to the actual track!

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Leonardo Paiva
Country flag of BR
21.098 km

Running at the Great Wall of China is a once in a lifetime unique experience! Overall, the organization is solid, though finding detailed information for optimal preparation—such as weather, logistics, and support—can be challenging due to a somewhat confusing race website. However, runners do receive an email during race week that clarifies details and provides helpful tips. The 21 km course includes approximately 3 km along the Great Wall. This distance allows runners to fully enjoy the unique experience of running on the Wall while still making the race achievable for a typical runner, given the intense challenge of the steep trail leading to it and the irregular, steep stairways along the Wall itself. Please find below a summary breakdown of the race extension: - 2,5 km slight uphill road - 1,5 km steep uphill trail - 2,5 km at the Great Wall - 1,5 km steep downhill trail - 2,5 km slight downhill road - 4,0 km medium uphill road - 4,0 km medium downhill road - 1,5 km slight uphill road - 1,5 km slight downhill road For the Autumn race, be prepared for a temperature close to 5 degrees at the start line. In summary, if you are expecting a full race at the Great Wall, you will be frustrated. But if you are seeking for a challenging and amazing adventure with the Great Wall as a backstage, this is THE race.

Be prepared for limited water distribution points, due to the race path and carry along a camelback in case you cannot stand a distance of 5 km without water supply. Gatorade and bananas are provided in the water distribution points.

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Dr P Boddana
Country flag of GB
21.098 km

Well organised, rustic few miles to begin with. An awesome to testing endurance of the runner for the first few miles. However, sheer exhilaration you get running with fellow runners on the Great Wall with no tourists is priceless.

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Hanayo Brighton
21.098 km

It was a truly amazing experience. Organisers were so helpful and kind. Shigematsu san was so helpful and fun as well as helpful! Having the Great Wall closed to all except the participants was so special and a huge honour. It was hard and we all struggled, but to run on the Wall kept a smile on our faces! Highly recommended. One thing is that I wanted to take the photo with all the runners together! Thanks.

Long enough! Amazing wall! Wish if the running part of the wall was little longer?

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