Join Shaanxi 2020 City Wall International Marathon
Home to the emperors of over 13 dynasties, Xi’an city has been known historically as the “Royal City”, and the Xi’an City Wall Marathon is the only race in the world in which the entire race route is set on top of the beautiful Xi’an City wall. First organized in 1996, the Xi’an City Wall Marathon returns for its 22nd instalment on the 9th of September this year. The theme for the Xi’an City Wall Marathon this year is “Experiencing the city wall through space and time”, and aims to present to all runners an experience which transcends over 2000 years of ancient history and cultural significance.
Join us for a breathtaking race alongside the stunning Xi’an City Wall, and experience the culture and architecture of the city widely known as the birthplace of Chinese civilization and culture.
Course details
Start address: Xi'an Wall Yongningmen （North Gate）, Nanmen Roundabout, ZhongLou ShangQuan, Beilin Qu, Xian Shi, Shaanxi Sheng, China
Finish address: Shuncheng Alley, ZhongLou ShangQuan, Beilin Qu, Xian Shi, Shaanxi Sheng, China
Route map
Practicalities
After Race Services
Supplement and Relaxation Services
Age Limit
The minimum age requirement for the Half Marathon and the 13.7km race is 16 years old. Participants of the 5km race do not have an age limit.
Aid Stations
First Aid Stations will be provided by organizers throughout the course of the race.
Award Medals
Special finisher medal for half-marathon and marathon.
Equipment Storage
Equipment storage spaces are available at the starting point of the race. Kindly collect your belongings after the race is over.
Maximum Time
The maximum time limit for the Half Marathon is set at 180 minutes, 120 minutes for the 13.7km race and 60 minutes for the 5km race.
Provided Photo Service
Yes, we will provide photo services, and runners can check on the official website after racing.
Race Kit Includes
T-shirt, bibs, supplements.
Refreshments
The organizers have set up multiple points during the race which runners can obtain light refreshments and drinks.
Timing
Timing is provided for both Half Marathon as well as the 13.7km race, and will be taken via a timing carpet at the start and end of the race.
Transport
The public transportation (subway) is convenient near the race court.
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.
