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Set for 2 August 2026 starting at Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, this full marathon routes through one of the world's greatest archaeological sites. A bucket-list Cambodian road race.
Last updated August 9, 2026
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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.
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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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2 August 2026 starting at Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia. It offers 3K, 10K, 21.0975K, and 42.2K. Registration has closed. Mark it on your calendar if you're planning your racing year around it. [1]
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