VPBANK Hanoi Marathon
Join VPBANK Hanoi Marathon 2021
The VPBank Hanoi Marathon is a major and official marathon of Vietnam which has been held annually in October in Hanoi. The VPBank Hanoi Marathon has been accredited by the IAAF, officially certified by Grade A Measurers of AIMS and affiliated with the Vietnam Athletics Federation (VAF). The marathon became an AIMS official member in 2019.
Taking place for the first time under the name of Hanoi International Heritage Marathon, the 2018 race has immediately garnered the attention of nearly 3,000 athletes and running enthusiasts from Vietnam and all over the world.
In 2019 the municipal authority declared the competition "the Official International Marathon of Hanoi", seeking to place the event on the world's map of major marathons, along with those in Berlin, Boston, Chicago, London, New York City and Tokyo. The turnout has doubled to 6,000 runners from more than 50 nationalities.
In 2020, as Vietnam took the chairmanship of ASEAN, the race has been selected as the official marathon of the 2020 ASEAN Chairmanship and launched with a new name: "VPBank Hanoi Marathon ASEAN 2020".
The race has a loop course, starting and finishing at Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi's centermost landmark. It is a one-of-a-kind event that serves as both a traditional marathon, as well as a unique tour of the six major districts and almost all historical and cultural landmarks of the Old Quarter of Hanoi, allowing the runners to discover the peaceful, charming, and historic city with 11 heritages and landmarks they can’t miss.
Course Highlights
Hanoi Heritage Marathon is a perfect flat course, which will lead you to discover The Old Hanoi through its old streets.
The official course map now is available on the website with details of all marked check points as well as water stations and aid stations.
Kilometer marker: Kilometer signs can be found along the entire route. Owing to the conditions, however, they may be placed with “+/- meters” from the exact point. The signs are therefore only for orientation and runners shouldn’t calculate speed based only on the signs.
Course profile
Route map
directions_runStart Address: 59 Đinh Tiên Hoàng, Hàng Trống, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội, Vietnam
flagFinish Address: 73 Đinh Tiên Hoàng, Hàng Trống, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội, Vietnam
Register
Registration closes on 01 October (212 days left)
Early bird discount until 31 July, 2021
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You can, within 24 hours after your registration, get a full refund if you change your mind.
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Practicalities
After Race Services
Award giving ceremony will be organized during the marathon at Finish venue
Age Limit
Minimum 18 years old on race day for FM and HM; 16 years old for 10km; 10 years old for 5km
Aid Stations
Our medial teams with experienced doctors and nurses are always ready to support you on the course and at the Finish line.
Award Medals
Finisher Medals will be awarded to runners of all categories who complete the race
Equipment Storage
Before entering the Start/Finish area, runners may store personal items at designated gear check area.
Maximum Time
6:30h (marathon), 3:30h hours (half marathon)
Parking
Parking area will be provided
Provided Photo Service
Professional photographers and videographers will be present at spectacular locations of the running course and at the Finish Line.
Race Kit Includes
For 42km, 21km, 10km: Bag, Timing chip, Race Guide Book; For all distances: Event T-shirts. BIB will be provided on the day before the Race Day. Venue will be informed 10-15 days prior the Race Day.
Refreshments
Every 2.5 to 3 km you can find refreshments: water, electrolytic drinks, and bananas
Timing
Your result will be timed by professional timing service provider. It will be live during the race and posted in one day after the event.
Transport
The nearest airport is Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport. It takes around 45 minutes from airport to Hanoi by taxi or bus.
Location
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.