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Nanjing Pukou Marathon
Nanjing Pukou · Mar 8, 2026
A nature-focused marathon on the north bank of the Yangtze. The November course winds through Laoshan National Forest Park with its ancient ginkgo trees and follows the mighty Yangtze River, offering a greener alternative to the city center race.
Date
Mar 8, 2026
Difficulty
Moderate
Elevation
~90m elevation gain
Field Size
12,000 runners
Course
Starting from Laoshan National Forest Park, along the Yangtze River, past Pearl Spring and Pukou Railway Station, finishing at the sports center
Tips
- •November temps around 8-18°C, golden autumn in the forest park
- •Pre-race visits: Laoshan Forest Park, Pearl Spring, Pukou Railway Station heritage site
- •Local specialties: duck blood vermicelli soup, salted duck, and sesame pancakes
- •Pukou is connected to Nanjing city center by metro — easy to access
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