The Early Years
2013Established in 2013, the Hangzhou Marathon is now 13 years old. From its first edition in Hangzhou, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in China.
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Parcours et dénivelé
The Hangzhou Marathon showcases the city's natural beauty, featuring loops around the iconic West Lake and passing through scenic parks and urban areas. The course is renowned for its flat, fast terrain and stunning autumn backdrop, making it one of China's most aesthetically pleasing marathons. Runners experience a blend of traditional Chinese landscapes and modern urban infrastructure.
Surface: road Profil: Plat
Météo
Température 16°C
Humidité 72%
Risque de pluie 35%
November in Hangzhou brings mild autumn weather with temperatures in the comfortable mid-teens. Expect occasional rain but generally favorable running conditions with low humidity compared to summer months.
The Race
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Histoires & Légendes
A Course Built for Speed
2023The course record of 02:07:23, set by Abdi Nageeye in 2023, speaks to what the Hangzhou Marathon offers elite athletes: a fast, honest course where serious times are achievable. The record has drawn increasingly competitive fields year after year.
The Fast Lane
Runners come to the Hangzhou Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Hangzhou has a reputation as a PB factory, with the roads seemingly designed to keep your pace honest and your splits consistent from start to finish.
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Record du parcours
02:07:23
Abdi Nageeye (2023)
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Anecdotes
- ▸ Hangzhou Marathon is one of China's most prestigious marathons, attracting elite runners from around the world due to its fast, flat course and potential for course records.
- ▸ The race loops around the legendary West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage site that has inspired poets and artists for over a thousand years.
- ▸ November is peak tourist season in Hangzhou, with autumn foliage at its most spectacular around the race date.
- ▸ The race has grown from approximately 10,000 participants in 2013 to over 30,000 applicants annually, making it highly competitive for entries.
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