The Taipei Marathon is Taiwan’s most prestigious running event, held each December in the heart of the capital city. It features two race distances—a 42.195 km full marathon and a 21.1 km half marathon—both starting from Taipei City Hall and winding through iconic city landmarks before finishing at either Taipei Municipal Stadium (full) or along Nanjing Road (half). Established in 1986, the race has grown into a major international competition and is recognized as a World Athletics Gold Label Road Race, highlighting its organizational excellence and competitive field. With its fast, scenic course and a cut-off time of 5 hours 30 minutes for the full marathon and 3 hours for the half, the Taipei Marathon attracts both elite athletes and recreational runners eager to experience the city’s energy and vibrant culture.
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Half Marathon
Race Date:
21 December, 2025
The Taipei Marathon is an annual long-distance running event held in Taipei, Taiwan, featuring a full marathon distance of 42.195 kilometers. It is one of the premier marathons in Asia, attracting thousands of international and local runners each year.
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What is the Taipei Marathon?
How long is the Taipei Marathon?
Where does the Taipei Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Taipei Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Taipei Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Taipei Marathon?
The Taipei Marathon is an annual long-distance running event held in Taipei, Taiwan, featuring a full marathon distance of 42.195 kilometers. It is one of the premier marathons in Asia, attracting thousands of international and local runners each year.
The Taipei Marathon is 42km long.
The Taipei Marathon takes place in Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan.
Runna classifies the Taipei 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 Taipei Marathon?
The Taipei Marathon is an annual long-distance running event held in Taipei, Taiwan, featuring a full marathon distance of 42.195 kilometers. It is one of the premier marathons in Asia, attracting thousands of international and local runners each year.
How long is the Taipei Marathon?
The Taipei Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Taipei Marathon take place?
The Taipei Marathon takes place in Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan.
What is the elevation gain of the Taipei Marathon?
Runna classifies the Taipei Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Taipei 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 Taipei 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!
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