Marathon

Ha Long Bay Heritage Marathon

Ha Long Bay Heritage Marathon runs beside the bay and across coastal roads, pairing limestone scenery with bridges, humidity, and exposed sections.

Next raceSunday, November 22, 2026
Distance categoryMarathon
LocationHa Long, Vietnam
Get alertsLast checked August 4, 2026

Quick facts

  • World Athletics Label and AIMS-recognized full marathon.
  • Flat coastal route with few sharp turns and no Bai Chay Bridge crossing.
  • Start on Tran Quoc Nghien Street and a 42K finish near Dolphin Palace.

About the Ha Long Bay Heritage Marathon

Ha Long Bay Heritage Marathon is a World Athletics Label road race based on the Hon Gai waterfront. The event includes a certified full marathon and three shorter distances.

Course

The revised full course uses closed coastal roads on the Hon Gai side of Ha Long, with minimal elevation gain and no Bai Chay Bridge crossing. The finish is near Dolphin Palace.

Race-day weather

Late November in Ha Long is usually cooler and drier than the summer months, with temperatures often around 64-75°F (18-24°C). Humidity and wind remain possible on exposed coastal sections.

Past Ha Long Bay Heritage Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Sunday, November 22, 2026Upcoming
2025Sunday, November 23, 2025CompletedOpen results
2024CompletedOpen results

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When is the Ha Long Bay Heritage Marathon?

The 2026 Ha Long Bay Heritage Marathon is on Sunday, November 22, 2026.

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