2026 Shaoshan Half Marathon course map and elevation
The 21.1km I'll run
Know the course and time limit, and race day comes into focus.
City center · not the start line
We have not confirmed the start line coordinates yet. The map shows the host city.
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湘潭市韶山市
This is held as a single event, half marathon, and is classified as a Category C race by the Chinese Athletic Association.
The race takes place in Shaoshan City, Xiangtan, Hunan Province, and the finish is located within the Shaoshan Scenic Area.
Grade
CAA Grade C
Typical race-season temperature: around 13°C (55°F)
Short sleeves or light long sleeves + arm warmers
Participant benefits
Not yet confirmed in the official race guide
Where and when to collect your 2026 Shaoshan Half Marathon race bib
To the start line, step by step.
Pick up your bib, check your wave. So on race morning, you can just run.
Pick up your bib at the expo
Participant Packet Pickup pickup information has not yet been announced. Chinese races typically announce the pickup location and time through their official WeChat account 1–2 weeks before the race; participants generally must bring their own ID, and proxy pickup is not permitted.
Stations & transport near the venue
Getting to the start
韶山南站 (Shaoshan South high-speed rail station) — general reference only
Race held in Shaoshan City, Xiangtan, Hunan (Mao Zedong's hometown).
Runners typically arrive via Shaoshan South high-speed rail station, or via Changsha Huanghua Airport then rail/bus to Shaoshan.
Moderate confidence — official nowrun.
Getting to the finish
Within the Shaoshan scenic area;
inside the scenic zone visitors/runners must transfer to local eco-shuttle buses to move between the station area and central scenic sites.
More details
the eco-shuttle bus system inside the Shaoshan scenic area is a standing tourist transit service, not race-specific.
Hotel distances are straight-line from the start. Distances and ratings for food and sights come from the place provider, and experiences are travel products in Shaoshan.
Total cost and budget for 2026 Shaoshan Half Marathon
