There’s some pleasant running along the Qiantang River, on both the north and south banks. We generally prefer the paths on the south side, though both are pleasant and runnable! If you want to do a run incorporating both banks, the only real crossing bridge for pedestrians is the Fuxing Bridge (Zhonghe Viad). 

South Bank Paths (Binjiang District)

Paths, mostly paved, run along the water for ~16+ km between the Pengbu Bridge (S2) and the Quiantangjiang Bridge. Enjoy nice views of the water, and some green spaces in the riverfront parks. We’ve mapped the whole route from north to south. The path is not 100% continuous, so here are the two main sections:

  • KM 1-KM 7: This runs from the Pengbu Bridge (s2) to the Wangjiang Tunnel. There are nice paths along the river, and in a couple of sections, separate bicycle and pedestrian paths. There’s a running track at the Olympic Sports Complex, just north of the Xixing Bridge (~km 4). 
  • KM 7-KM 9: On-Road Section. 
  • KM 9-KM 16.6. From just north of the Zhonghe Viad (bridge) to the Quiantangjiang Bridge. Nice waterfront path, good for pedestrians, with nice water views. Parallels Wentao Rd. 
North Bank Path. Google Street View

North Bank Paths (Jianggan & Shangcheng District)

There are ~8.4 km of paths along the north bank, between the Xixing Bridge and the Quiantangjiang Bridge, paralleling Zhijiang Rd. The path is popular with pedestrians and cyclists. Most of the path is right alongside the river, with good water and skyline views. Toward the south end, pass Bai Ta (White Pagoda Park), 

Both Banks

If you want to do a run incorporating both banks, the only real crossing bridge for pedestrians is the Fuxing Bridge (Zhonghe Viad). There aren’t good ‘loop’ options, as there isn’t a good bridge for crossing further north. But using this bridge would add a nice variety, choosing parts of both banks!