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Taipei City Marathon

Road Running covering 21.1 km to 42.2 km in Taipei, Taiwan

Date & StatusDecember 20, 2026Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Taipei City Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Taipei, TW focused on Road Running. It is part of World Athletics Gold Label, World Athletics Label. Key features include City Run, Seaside & Coast, Island, Night Run.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for December 20, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (taipeicitymarathon.com).

Official website
Taipei City Marathon in Taipei (Work: "Malta - Sliema - Tigné Point - outer trail 05 ies", Photo: Frank Vincentz, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
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Event characteristics

City RunSeaside & CoastIslandNight RunCulture & History

Races & distances (2)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m8 m - 88 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+95 m11 m - 51 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+190 m D+
Elevation loss
-190 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 88 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS25.0330° N, 121.5654° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 88 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 88 m·at 22.7 km·Ø 0.9 %
8 m35 m61 m88 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km88 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Taipei City Marathon take place?

Taipei City Marathon takes place in Taipei, TW (start area at coordinates 25.033° N, 121.5654° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for December 20, 2026.

What races and distances are offered at Taipei City Marathon?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Taipei City Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 88 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 Taipei City Marathon?

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