Destination marathons · Huangyaguan, China, China

Great Wall Marathon: dates and how to get in

The Great Wall winding over green mountains
Photo: William Olivieri / Unsplash
Race daySaturday, May 15, 2027
EntryTour package
StatusOpen now
PriceFrom $790 (regional) to $2,090 (7 days)

Why go

More than 5,000 steps on the wall itself, some steep enough you use your hands. Double your normal marathon time. International runners have to book a package.

Where things stand

2027 packages on sale now.

Every way in

  • Tour package 6- and 7-day packages from Beijing include entry.
  • Regional package A 3-day option for runners already in Asia.