Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Marathon

Road Running covering 10 km to 42.2 km with up to 210 m D+ in Gyeongju (North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea)

Location

Gyeongju, Nord-Gyeongsang Province, South KoreaShow on map(35.8562° N, 129.2247° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +210 m

Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Gyeongju, Nord-Gyeongsang Province, KR focused on Road Running. Key features include City Run, Culture & History.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Full Marathon (42.2 km, +210 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +110 m D+), and 10 km Run (10 km, +50 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (cherrymarathon.co.kr).

Official website

Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Marathon in Gyeongju (Work: "Mount Fuji and Fog over Lake Yamanaka", Photo: Alpsdake, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Mount Fuji and Fog over Lake Yamanaka" · Photo: **Alpsdake** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

City Run Culture & History

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Full Marathon	Road Running	42.2 km	+210 m	174 m - 262 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Half Marathon	Road Running	21.1 km	+110 m	177 m - 223 m	Loop course	Route & profile
10 km Run	Road Running	10 km	+50 m	180 m - 201 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+210 m D+

Elevation loss

-210 m D-

Altitude range

174 m - 262 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

1 % / 1.8 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+210 m D+Peak 262 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 174 m to 262 m above sea level (+210 m D+, -210 m D-)

Peak: 262 m·at 16.8 km·Ø 1 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Marathon take place?

Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Marathon takes place in Gyeongju, Nord-Gyeongsang Province, KR (start area at coordinates 35.8562° N, 129.2247° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Marathon?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Full Marathon (42.2 km, +210 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +110 m D+), and 10 km Run (10 km, +50 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Marathon?

The main competition (Full Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +210 m of elevation gain and -210 m of elevation loss, ranging between 174 m and 262 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (cherrymarathon.co.kr).