Hefei Marathon
Hefei · Nov 8, 2026
An emerging tech hub marathon blending lake scenery with Anhui culture. November Hefei is crisp and golden. The course circles Chaohu Lake, China's fifth-largest freshwater lake, passing parks dedicated to the legendary judge Lord Bao.
Date
Nov 8, 2026
Difficulty
Moderate
Elevation
~70m elevation gain
Field Size
30,000 runners
Course
Starting from Binhu New District, along Chaohu Lake, past Lord Bao Park and Sanhe Ancient Town, finishing at the sports center
Tips
- •November temps around 8-18°C, cool and dry — good racing weather
- •Pre-race visits: Lord Bao Park, Sanhe Ancient Town, Chaohu wetlands
- •Local specialties: Luzhou roast duck, Sanhe rice dumplings, and sesame cakes
- •Hefei is a major tech hub — combine the race with a visit to iFlytek or NIO
Tech HubChaohu LakeLord BaoAnhui Culture