The Seoul Race, held annually in October, is one of Seoul’s premier running events, featuring a half-marathon and 11 km course. The race offers participants a unique opportunity to explore the city’s vibrant streets, passing iconic landmarks. The course is flat and fast, making it accessible to runners of all levels. Participants can also enjoy pre- and post-race events, including an expo and local festivities that celebrate the city’s culture.
Races
Half Marathon
11 km
The Seoul Race Half Marathon (21.1 km) is a certified road race held on 12 October 2025, starting from Seoul Plaza and finishing on Mugyo-ro in Jung-gu, offering a flat and fast urban loop past iconic landmarks such as Gyeongbokgung Palace, Cheongwadae (Blue House), Namdaemun, and Cheonggyecheon. With official net chip timing, drink and nutrition stations placed at 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km, finisher medals and technical T-shirts included, and a strict 2‑hour 30 minute cutoff, it’s ideal for both competitive runners and scenic city‑run participants.
The Seoul Race 11 km is a certified, flat, single-loop road race held annually—most recently on 12 October 2025—in Seoul, South Korea, starting at Cheonggye Square and finishing on Mugyo-ro in Jung-gu. Chip-timed with a strict 1-hour and 40-minute time limit, the course guides runners through iconic urban landmarks including Gwanghwamun, Namdaemun, and the historic Cheonggyecheon stream—designed to offer both fast pace and vivid city views for runners of all levels.
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FAQs
What is the Seoul Race Half Marathon?
How long is the Seoul Race Half Marathon?
Where does the Seoul Race Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Seoul Race Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Seoul Race Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Seoul Race Half Marathon?
The Seoul Race Half Marathon (21.1 km) is a certified road race held on 12 October 2025, starting from Seoul Plaza and finishing on Mugyo-ro in Jung-gu, offering a flat and fast urban loop past iconic landmarks such as Gyeongbokgung Palace, Cheongwadae (Blue House), Namdaemun, and Cheonggyecheon. With official net chip timing, drink and nutrition stations placed at 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km, finisher medals and technical T-shirts included, and a strict 2‑hour 30 minute cutoff, it’s ideal for both competitive runners and scenic city‑run participants.
The Seoul Race Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Seoul Race Half Marathon takes place in Seoul, South Korea.
Runna classifies the Seoul Race Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Seoul Race Half Marathon?
The Seoul Race Half Marathon (21.1 km) is a certified road race held on 12 October 2025, starting from Seoul Plaza and finishing on Mugyo-ro in Jung-gu, offering a flat and fast urban loop past iconic landmarks such as Gyeongbokgung Palace, Cheongwadae (Blue House), Namdaemun, and Cheonggyecheon. With official net chip timing, drink and nutrition stations placed at 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km, finisher medals and technical T-shirts included, and a strict 2‑hour 30 minute cutoff, it’s ideal for both competitive runners and scenic city‑run participants.
How long is the Seoul Race Half Marathon?
The Seoul Race Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Seoul Race Half Marathon take place?
The Seoul Race Half Marathon takes place in Seoul, South Korea.
What is the elevation gain of the Seoul Race Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Seoul Race Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Seoul Race Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Seoul Race Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Seoul Race 11km?
How long is the Seoul Race 11km?
Where does the Seoul Race 11km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Seoul Race 11km?
How can I prepare for the Seoul Race 11km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Seoul Race 11km?
The Seoul Race 11 km is a certified, flat, single-loop road race held annually—most recently on 12 October 2025—in Seoul, South Korea, starting at Cheonggye Square and finishing on Mugyo-ro in Jung-gu. Chip-timed with a strict 1-hour and 40-minute time limit, the course guides runners through iconic urban landmarks including Gwanghwamun, Namdaemun, and the historic Cheonggyecheon stream—designed to offer both fast pace and vivid city views for runners of all levels.
The Seoul Race 11km is 11km long.
The Seoul Race 11km takes place in Seoul, South Korea.
Runna classifies the Seoul Race 11km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Seoul Race 11km?
The Seoul Race 11 km is a certified, flat, single-loop road race held annually—most recently on 12 October 2025—in Seoul, South Korea, starting at Cheonggye Square and finishing on Mugyo-ro in Jung-gu. Chip-timed with a strict 1-hour and 40-minute time limit, the course guides runners through iconic urban landmarks including Gwanghwamun, Namdaemun, and the historic Cheonggyecheon stream—designed to offer both fast pace and vivid city views for runners of all levels.
How long is the Seoul Race 11km?
The Seoul Race 11km is 11km long.
Where does the Seoul Race 11km take place?
The Seoul Race 11km takes place in Seoul, South Korea.
What is the elevation gain of the Seoul Race 11km?
Runna classifies the Seoul Race 11km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Seoul Race 11km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Seoul Race 11km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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