• RUN BEYOND THE WALL

    More than a race. More than a tour.
    Join runners from around the world for an unforgettable 10-day journey across the Great Wall, Beijing culture, friendship, and stories.
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    October 9–18, 2026
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  • One Wall. One World. One Run

    The Great Wall International Run & Travel Challenge brings together challenge, culture, travel, and human connection.
    This is not simply a race weekend. This is a shared journey

One Wall · One World · One Run

The Great Wall International Run & Travel Challenge brings together challenge, culture, travel, and human connection.

This is not simply a race weekend. This is a shared journey.

Experience Highlights

Great Wall Challenge

Join an international community of athletes from every corner of the world who share your passion for running, cultural exploration, and pushing personal limits on one of humanity's greatest wonders.

Global Runners

Join an international community of athletes from every corner of the world who share your passion for running, cultural exploration, and pushing personal limits on one of humanity's greatest wonders.

Beijing Experiences

Immerse yourself in China's vibrant capital through curated cultural explorations—from ancient temples and imperial palaces to modern city life—spanning days four through six of your ten-day journey.

Social Connections

Build lasting friendships at the Great Wall Connections Night and throughout the program, where evening conversations, shared meals, and collective experiences transform strangers into a global running family.

Celebration Events

Celebrate your achievement at exclusive finisher gatherings and the Beyond the Great Wall Forum, where the finish line becomes the beginning of new stories, health commitments, and international friendships.

Ten days, One Story, Lifelong Memory

Welcome to Beijing. Settle in, meet your fellow runners from around the world, and build connections before the journey begins. Community dinners and casual meetups set the tone for the days ahead.
 Race day at Jinshanling Great Wall. Take on the Full Marathon, Half Marathon, or Social Run across one of the world's most spectacular and demanding courses. Celebrate your finish with fellow athletes at the Great Wall.
 Discover China's capital through curated cultural experiences—ancient temples, imperial landmarks, modern city life, and hidden local gems. Three days to absorb the history and energy of Beijing.
 A day of inspiration and dialogue. Join the founder and global guests to explore how the finish line becomes the beginning—health, friendship, stories, and connection beyond the race.
Witness or participate in the Beijing Marathon, one of China's premier running events. Cheer for local runners, share your own Great Wall story, and feel the pulse of China's running community.
 Farewell, but not goodbye. Leave with new friends, unforgettable memories, and a global running family that stretches across continents. The journey continues.

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Race for the Cure

The Jingshanling Great Wall Marathon is an international marathon held at a cultural landmark. In addition to the Beijing Marathon, the Great Wall Marathon is another international event in the Beijing area, registered with the China Athletics Association.

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Upcoming Events

Sunday, October 11, 2026

Start time 8:00am

Jinshanling Great Wall Scenic Area, Hebei, China

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RACE DETAILS

The international Jingshanling Great Wall Trail Race is a well-organized endurance event designed for athletes and runners from around the world. Participants receive full support to tackle the challenging racecourse along the historic Great Wall of China, offering a one-of-a-kind adventure running experience—perfect for checking off your bucket list.

BENEFITS
  • Run 42K, 21K, 10K, or 5K course
  • Official race shirt
  • Collectible finisher medal
  • Race buff
  • Chip timing
  • Volunteer support
  • Support at course aid-stations
  • Medical first aid
  • Finish line water & food
  • Event Insurance
  • Special trophy for top finishers
  • Shuttle bus transportation
  • A bucket list race experience!
LOCATION

The Jinshanlin Great Wall Trail Race takes place in the Jingshanling section of the Great Wall in Huairou District, Beijing, China. This section is located in northern Hebei province, where the Great Wall meets the sea.

DISTANCES

42 Kilometers
42K
21 Kilometers
21k
10 Kilometers
10K
5 Kilometers
5K

media report

 "This was a really great experience. Fantastic-congrats to you and your team."

Jochen Schmitz
Marathon runner,Chief Editor,"Runnig"magazine
"It is a very unique, special, and beautiful running course! The food is very delicious, and the price is very good. The information section is very helpful, and your services are excellent."
Nils Krekenbaum
Founder and owner of laufreisen,Marathon Tour Company in Germany

RACE Categories

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Full Marathon

Pure running quota

$
199
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  • Regular $250
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Half Marathon

Pure running quota

$
179
/person
  • Regular $220
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10K

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$
149
/person
  • Regular $180
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5K

Pure running quota

$
99(adult)/person
$49(child)
/person
  • Regular $120 / $60
    (from August 1)
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Tourius travel package

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2026 JinShanLing Marathon

Tour Package Coming Soon

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Forbidden City Half-day Tour With Treasure Museum

8:30am-12:30pm / 12:30pm-4:30pm

$
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Mutianyu Great Wall
One-day Tour

10:00am-6:30pm

$
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Great wall Connections night

Meet global runners in an evening of conversation, friendship, and shared experiences.
After the challenge, gather under the stars at the foot of the Great Wall for an unforgettable night of storytelling, cultural exchange, and celebration. Share your race journey, forge connections that span continents, and toast to the community that brought you here. This is where strangers become friends and finish lines become beginnings.

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