Shanghai Marathon

上海市, 上海市, China

26.7 miles (42.9 km) · 2,858 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · road · Race

Route facts

Distance	26.7 mi (42.9 km)
Elevation gain	2,858 ft (871 m)
Average gain	107 ft per mile (20 m per km)
Longest climb	1.5 mi, 509 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	154.5%
Runnable	84% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Steady descent
Difficulty score	5.4 of 100
Surface	road
Route shape	Point to Point
Type	Race

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	50%
Mild uphill	9%
Moderate uphill	8%
Steep uphill	5%
Mild downhill	18%
Moderate downhill	9%
Steep downhill	2%

Questions about Shanghai Marathon

How much elevation gain does Shanghai Marathon have?

Shanghai Marathon has 2,858 ft (871 m) of elevation gain over 26.7 miles (42.9 km). That averages 107 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Shanghai Marathon?

The difficulty score for Shanghai Marathon is 5.4 of 100. That is harder than 45.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 84% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Shanghai Marathon?

The longest climb on Shanghai Marathon runs 1.5 miles (2.3 km) and gains 509 ft (155 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 154.5%.