Ningbo Marathon
Ningbo · Nov 1, 2026
A coastal city marathon in one of China's oldest ports. October Ningbo is crisp and golden. The course circles scenic Dongqian Lake and passes Tianyi Pavilion, China's oldest existing library, blending maritime heritage with scholarly tradition.
Date
Nov 1, 2026
Difficulty
Moderate
Elevation
~80m elevation gain
Field Size
15,000 runners
Course
Starting from Dongqian Lake, along the lakeside promenade, past Tianyi Pavilion and Old Bund, finishing at the new stadium
Tips
- •October temps around 14-24°C, pleasant autumn by the coast
- •Pre-race visits: Tianyi Pavilion, Dongqian Lake, Putuo Mountain, Tiantong Temple
- •Local specialties: Ningbo tangyuan rice balls, stinky冬瓜, and fresh seafood
- •Ningbo is 2 hours from Shanghai by high-speed train — easy to combine
Ancient PortDongqian LakeTianyi PavilionMaritime Heritage