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Yellow River Estuary Dongying Marathon

18 Oct 2026 (Sun)

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Marathon, Half marathon

Yellow River Estuary Dongying Marathon

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The Yellow River Estuary (Dongying) Marathon, established in 2008, is a prestigious World Athletics Gold Label Road Race set in Dongying—where the legendary Yellow River meets the Bohai Sea. Renowned for its rare sea-level elevation, expansive flat roads, and refreshingly cool climate, the course provides ideal conditions for runners aiming to achieve their personal bests.

Widely regarded as one of the fastest marathon courses in China, the race unfolds across the unique wetland landscape of the Yellow River Delta, blending natural beauty with world-class race organization. With its smooth terrain, excellent atmosphere, and elite competitive standards, the Dongying Marathon has become a must-run event for both professional athletes and passionate runners seeking peak performance.

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Course details

Course profile
flat
Course surface
Road
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City
Single Loop
10000-24999 Participants
World Athletics Gold Label
Course highlights
One of the most PB-friendly marathon courses in China Situated at the Yellow River estuary, the course is at near sea-level elevation, eliminating altitude challenges and offering optimal oxygen availability for endurance performance. The roads are wide, straight, and open, with minimal elevation changes and very few sharp turns — ideal for maintaining a steady rhythm and achieving personal bests. The course enjoys complete road closures and excellent crowd and race management, ensuring smooth running conditions from start to finish. Runners pass through the stunning Yellow River Delta Ecological Zone, offering a one-of-a-kind visual experience with wetlands, reed marshes, and migratory birds. The marathon is held in mild weather conditions, usually in April or October, when temperatures are ideal for long-distance running
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Start address: China, 山东省 Dongying, Dongying District, Fuqian Avenue, 新世纪广场

Finish address: China, 山东 Dongying, Dongying District, Fuqian Avenue, 东营新世纪广场

Route map

Yellow River Estuary Dongying Marathon Route Map

Register

Registration closes on 01 September (51 days left)

Half Marathon (Direct entry for international recreational runners only非中国籍)

21.10 Km

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88 EUR


Marathon (Direct entry for international recreational runners only非中国籍)

42.20 Km

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105 EUR


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What’s included

These are included in your entry
  • done Finisher medal

  • done Goodie bag

  • done Event T-shirts

  • done E-certificate/e-diploma

  • done Timing chip (single use)

  • done Pacers

  • done Photo Service

  • done Expo entry

  • done Massage

  • done Shuttle to Start Line info

  • done Drink Stations

  • done Nutrition Stations

  • done Medical Assistance

  • done Bag drop

  • done Toilets

  • done Dressing rooms

  • done Accident insurance

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Yellow River Estuary Dongying Marathon

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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.