Course & Elevation

The Seoul Half Marathon features a scenic urban course primarily along the Han River Park, offering runners beautiful views of the city skyline and riverside paths. The course is predominantly flat with well-maintained asphalt surfaces, making it ideal for pursuing personal bests. Runners pass through iconic Seoul neighborhoods and cross several bridges spanning the Han River.

Surface: road Profile: Flat

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 15°C

Humidity 55%

Rain Chance 25%

Mild spring weather with comfortable temperatures and moderate humidity. Light winds are common along the Han River; occasional showers possible but generally favorable running conditions.

Registration

Registration Opens February

Registration Closes April

Entry Cost ₩50,000-₩70,000

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ The course runs almost entirely along the Han River Park (한강공원), one of Seoul's most popular recreational areas stretching 39.8 km across the city
▸ Seoul Half Marathon attracts significant international participation from across Asia, with runners from Japan, China, and Southeast Asia prominently represented
▸ April timing coincides with Korean cherry blossom season, though the Han River course features primarily paved paths rather than tree-lined gardens
▸ The race is part of the Seoul Marathon Festival ecosystem, sharing logistics with the full marathon held in November

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