Taiyuan Marathon 2026

The Taiyuan Marathon is your chance to discover a major city in China in running & sightseeing mode, with an atmosphere that blends parks, urban boulevards and unexpected corners—all in the capital of Shanxi 🏙️.

Want a race that makes you travel as much as it makes you sweat (just the right amount)? Here, you cross Taiyuan to the rhythm of lively neighborhoods, big thoroughfares that give you momentum, and green breathers in public parks—perfect for alternating between “wow, the city” and “ahh, that feels good” 🌳.

Choose your format: the 5 km for the festive vibe and easy smiles, the 21.0975 km to treat yourself to a real sporty stroll, or the 42.195 km to write your story right up to the last turn—because in Taiyuan, we don’t do things halfway 🏅.

After the finish line, stick around: go unwind in Yingze Park for a peaceful walk, go say hi to the old stones at the Jinci Temple (a local classic), take a detour to Taiyuan’s Ancient Street for the vibe and little finds, and if you want an urban viewpoint, head to the Fenhe Park area along the river for a post-meal stroll by the water 🌊.

And if you’re coming as a couple or with family: turn it into a mini-trip, with an afternoon snack on a terrace, a hand-in-hand walk along the Fenhe, and one simple mission for the kids (or the grown-ups): spot the best photo location between city and greenery—without overthinking it like a serious guide, more like a friendly local accomplice! 😉