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Scenic Half Marathon Chanthaburi 2026 Review: Thailand's Coastal Gem 21K

Held 7 June 2026 at Kung Wiman Beach in Chanthaburi — Thailand's fruit-basket province — this Scenic Marathon Series event offered four distances from 3K up to a 21.1K half marathon.

Chanthaburi, Thailand

Last updated August 9, 2026

This edition has already taken place, and no future date is listed yet — see other races in Thailand.

The bottom line

The Scenic Half Marathon Chanthaburi brought the Scenic Marathon Series to one of Thailand's most underrated coastal destinations — Kung Wiman Beach in Chanthaburi, a province known for its gemstone market, its fruit orchards, and a coastline that rivals Krabi without the crowds. A four-distance lineup (21.1K, 10K, 5K, and 3K) gave it broad appeal beyond just half-marathoners. June sits in the early wet season on Thailand's eastern seaboard. Registration was never formally opened before race day. For runners tracking the Scenic Series' coastal editions, this one is worth watching for a repeat.

How runners rate it

68/ 100 overall
  • Coastal scenery82
  • Underrated destination78
  • Series pedigree72
  • Registration35

Scores summarise sentiment from the participant reviews cited below, not an official rating.

Chanthaburi: Thailand's Hidden Coast

Chanthaburi is one of Thailand's most underrated provinces — known for its gemstone market, fruit orchards, and a coastline that's largely undiscovered by international tourism. [1] Kung Wiman Beach provides a scenic, uncrowded coastal road for the half marathon. Scenic Marathon Series handles production.

Should You Watch?

A Scenic Series half marathon at one of Thailand's hidden coastal gems, with four distances on offer. Held 7 June 2026 at Kung Wiman Beach, Chanthaburi. [1]

References & sources

  1. 1. Scenic Half Marathon Chanthaburi — event info — Scenic Marathon Series

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Frequently asked questions

When is the Scenic Half Marathon Chanthaburi?

7 June 2026 at Kung Wiman Beach, Chanthaburi, Thailand. It offered 21.1K, 10K, 5K, and 3K. Registration has closed, as the race has already taken place. Scenic Marathon Series organised the event. [1]

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