A marathon (plus shorter distance options) run through Siem Reap, Cambodia, near the Angkor temples, offering a Boston Qualifying marathon distance.
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The Angkor Empire Marathon takes place in Siem Reap, Cambodia, home to the Angkor temple complex, on August 2, 2026. Runners can choose between a 3km, 10km, half marathon, or full marathon distance, making it accessible to a range of abilities and travel plans. The event is also listed as a Boston Qualifying race, giving the marathon distance added significance for competitive runners. Its setting places the race firmly in the realm of culture-and-history-themed running events.
The Angkor Empire Marathon is Cambodia's premier full marathon — a road race routed through the Angkor Archaeological Park with Angkor Wat as its start-line backdrop. Unlike the Angkor Wat International Half Marathon (run by the National Olympic Committee), this event offers the full 42.195km distance, taking runners deeper into the temple complex. August is the wet season — humid, potentially rainy, but the pre-dawn start and the temple scenery make it worthwhile. For marathoners wanting the full Angkor experience, this is the distance option.
| Date | 2026-08-02 |
|---|---|
| Distance Km | 42.195, 21.0975, 10 |
| Primary Distance Km | 42.195 |
| City | Siem Reap |
| Country | Cambodia |
The Angkor Empire Marathon offers what the Angkor Wat Half Marathon can't: the full 42.195km distance through the temple complex. [1] Starting at Angkor Wat at dawn, runners pass Bayon, Ta Prohm, and the Victory Gate. August humidity is the real challenge — pace accordingly.
Cambodia's premier full marathon through a UNESCO World Heritage site. 2 August 2026 at Angkor Wat, Siem Reap. [1]
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The race is held in Siem Reap, Cambodia, a city known for its proximity to the Angkor temple complex. This location gives the event a strong cultural and historical backdrop, making it appealing to runners who want to combine racing with sightseeing in a historically significant area.
The event offers four distance options: a 3km, a 10km, a half marathon (21.0975km), and a full marathon (42.195km). This range allows casual participants, families, and serious competitive runners to all take part in the same event on the same day.
Yes, the Angkor Empire Marathon is listed among Boston Qualifying Races. This means runners completing the full marathon distance here may be able to use their finishing time toward Boston Marathon qualification standards, adding extra motivation for competitive entrants.
The race is scheduled for August 2, 2026, in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Runners planning to participate should account for this date well in advance, especially if traveling internationally to combine the race with time exploring the surrounding Angkor region.
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