Halong Bay Heritage Marathon
07 Nov 2021 (Sun)
Marathon, Half marathon, 10 km, 4.20km
Join Halong Bay Heritage Marathon 2021
HALONG BAY HERITAGE MARATHON - the most charming and beautiful running course by the world natural heritages of Vietnam, a peaceful city in Southeast Asia.
Do you want to discover the vibrant city of Hanoi, Vietnam and one of the seven wonders of the world on foot? Then the the Halong Bay Heritage Marathon will be the perfect race for you.
The race started in 2015 and offers a wide range of distance options: 42 km Full Marathon, 21 km Half Marathon, 10 km and 4.2km Fun Run.
The running course has been designed to run over Bai Chay Bridge, the longest single span bridge in Southeast Asia, to provide a spectacular view from above over the magnificent landscape of Halong Bay, one of the world natural heritages internationally recognized by UNESCO. The route continues through picturesque spots of mountains and coastal lines along the bay and beautiful fishing villages, with the Start and Finish Line at Quang Ninh Museum Library – an honored architectural work.
Ha Long Bay (Quang Ninh province, Vietnam, a very beautiful country at South East Asia) is formed by about 2000 islands of all sizes in the middle of the beautiful ocean, Halong bay is considered a cradle of culture of enormous biodiversity and archeological value. The race will certainly be an experience which cannot be resisted by any travel-lover, in Halong Bay, a place dubbed as “Heaven on Earth”.
Course Highlights
A most spectacular route has been chosen as the ideal racing course in Halong Bay which sets it apart from other marathons. Run alongside elite athletes and spend a glorious days in this magnificent bay. The 21-km track has been selected for the Halong Bay Heritage Marathon held in Quang Ninh next November with international participants from all around the world. On that breath-taking route, runners will have the unique chance to see stunning attractions of one beautiful Vietnam.
Kilometer signs can be found along the entire route. Owing to the conditions, however, they may be placed +/- meters from the exact point. The signs are therefore only for orientation and runners shouldn't calculate speed based on the signs.
Marathon
* Start: Bai Tho Bridge – Dang Ba Hat – Bai Chay Bridge – Route from Bai Chay Bridge to telepheric (check point 1) – Ha Long st. – Hoang Quoc Viet st – Route to Tuan Chau – Tuan Chau Beach (check point 2) – Turn round to Bai Chay Bridge – Dang Ba Hat – Bai Tho Bridge – Quang Ninh Museum
* Finish: Square 30-10
Half Marathon
* Start: Square 30-10
Bai Tho Bridge – Dang Ba Hat – Turn round to Bai Chay Bridge – Dang Ba Hat – Bai Tho Bridge – Quang Ninh Museum
* Finish: Square 30-10
Course profile
Route map
directions_runStart Address: Trần Quốc Nghiễn, Hồng Gai, Thành phố Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam
flagFinish Address: Trần Quốc Nghiễn, Hồng Gai, Thành phố Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam
Register
Registration closes on 11 October (178 days left)
Early bird discount until 08 September, 2021
selected tickets
Total
You can, within 24 hours after your registration, get a full refund if you change your mind.
We accept
Included in the fee
- Race Bag (For Full marathon, Half marathon and 10km only)
- Timing Chip (For Full marathon, Half marathon and 10km only)
- Event Booklet (For Full marathon, Half marathon, 10km only)
- Event T-shirt for all distances
- BIB for all distances
- Finisher Medal for all distances
- Gift from sponsors (if any) for all distances
Practicalities
After Race Services
A prize presentation ceremony will be organized at the finish line.
Age Limit
18 years old (marathon), 16 (half marathon), 14 (10K), 10 (mini marathon)
Aid Stations
Facilities such as first aid, refreshments (water, electrolytic drinks) and banana can be found every 3 km to 4 km and at the finish area. A medical team is available prior to, during and immediately after the event.
Award Medals
Finisher Medals will be awarded to runners of all categories who complete the race.
Equipment Storage
Baggage facilities will be provided for participants. We will not be responsible for lost or missing items.
Maximum Time
6:30h (marathon), 3:30h (half marathon), 2:00h (10km)
Parking
Parking area will be provided near the start area.
Provided Photo Service
Professional photographers and videographers will be present at spectacular view locations of the running course and at the Finish Line
Race Kit Includes
For 10k, 21k & 42k: Bag, Timing Chip and event booklet. All distances will include: Event T-shirt and BIB.
Timing
Chip timing. The result will be updated on the website in one day after the race.
Location
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to the race location?
Closet International Airport: Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport, Van Don International Airport, Hai Phong Cat Bi International Airport
Can I change the distance after I purchase a ticket?
Yes, until 10 October 2021. Upgrades require extra payment of the price difference only, downgrades are free.
When and where can I collect my BIB/race pack?
Detail of Race Kit Pickup time will be advised to athletes by email, announced on the website and the official fanpage.
The race information has been found on the official website of the event or through publicly available sources. Always refer to the official website the latest race information. Please let us know if any data is wrong or missing, by emailing us.