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Vietnam Trail Marathon
Sơn La, Vietnam
January 16, 2027Date confirmed
70 km42 km21 km10 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+1
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Trail Running in Vietnam
12 verified events with 48 individual races (5 confirmed dates) in Vietnam complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events125 confirmed dates
Competitions48Races & courses
Distances5 - 161 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+8,900 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Vietnam Mountain Marathon
Sa Pả, Vietnam
Date to be announcedDate TBA
161 km100.9 km69.8 km49.6 km+2
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
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Lâm Dông Trail
Ðà Lạt, Vietnam
Date to be announcedDate TBA
75 km45 km25 km15 km+1
High AltitudeForest+3
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Vietnam Jungle Marathon
Thanh Hóa, Vietnam
Date to be announcedDate TBA
70 km50 km25 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
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Eco-Trail Dinh Lap
Đình Lập, Vietnam
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
20 km13 km7 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+1
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Vietnam Ultra Marathon
Hòa Bình, Vietnam
Date to be announcedDate TBA
75 km55 km25 km15 km+1
MountainForest+1
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Raid Vietnam
Hanoi, Vietnam
Date to be announcedDate TBA
120 km
Multi-DayCharity Run+3
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Halong Bay Heritage Marathon
Ha Long, Vietnam
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16, 2027 | Vietnam Trail Marathon | Sơn La, Sơn La Province, VN | Trail Running | 70 km42 km21 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Vietnam Mountain Marathon | Sa Pả, Lào Cai Province, VN | Trail Running | 161 km100.9 km69.8 km49.6 km |
| Date to be announced | Lâm Dông Trail | Ðà Lạt, Lâm Đồng Province, VN | Trail Running | 75 km45 km25 km15 km |
| Date to be announced | Vietnam Jungle Marathon | Thanh Hóa, Thanh Hóa Province, VN | Trail Running | 70 km50 km25 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Vietnam Ultra Marathon | Hòa Bình, Phú Thọ Province, VN | Trail Running | 75 km55 km25 km15 km |
| Date to be announced | Raid Vietnam | Hanoi, Hanoi Municipality, VN | Trail Running | 120 km |
| Date to be announced | Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon Heritage Race | Hanoi, Hanoi Municipality, VN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | VnExpress Marathon Hai Phong | Haiphong, Stadt Hải Phòng, VN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | Eco-Trail Dinh Lap | Đình Lập, Lạng Sơn Province, VN | Trail Running | 20 km13 km7 km |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Can Tho Marathon Heritage Race | Cần Thơ, Stadt Can Tho, VN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 22, 2026 | Halong Bay Heritage Marathon | Ha Long, Quảng Ninh Province, VN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2027 | Da Nang International Marathon | Da Nang, Stadt Đà Nẵng, VN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. Trail running is defined by elevation gain, technical terrain, and natural landscapes across forest singletrack, coastal cliffs, and mountain passes. In this Trail Running in Vietnam directory, RunningCompass curates 12 events comprising 48 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 5 km to 161 km and elevation gains up to +8,900 m. Key host locations include Sơn La, Sa Pả, Ðà Lạt, Thanh Hóa. Notable events in this selection include Vietnam Trail Marathon, Vietnam Mountain Marathon, Lâm Dông Trail.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in Vietnam?
This overview currently includes 12 verified events featuring 48 individual races. Of these, 5 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 7 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in Vietnam?
Races in this selection span distances of 5 km to 161 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +8,900 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in Vietnam?
Top host locations include Sơn La, Sa Pả, Ðà Lạt, Thanh Hóa, Đình Lập. Representative events in the catalog include Vietnam Trail Marathon, Vietnam Mountain Marathon, Lâm Dông Trail, Vietnam Jungle Marathon. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Trail Running in Vietnam?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 48 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.