Race review
Set for 30 August 2026 at Gertak Sanggul on Penang Island, this uniquely French-named marathon offers a full 42K on Penang's southwest coast.
Last updated August 9, 2026
The Travis Hegel Marathon du Trans Penang has perhaps the most distinctive name in Malaysian road racing — a French-titled marathon on Penang Island's southwest coast at Gertak Sanggul, a fishing village turned residential area. A single-distance full marathon (41.8km) keeps the format focused. August in Penang is the southwest monsoon — warm and humid. For runners wanting a Penang full marathon with unique branding and a less-touristed corner of the island, this is a distinctive pick.
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Gertak Sanggul is a quiet fishing village on Penang's southwest coast — a less-touristed corner of the island. [1] The French-named branding gives the race unique character. A single-distance full marathon keeps the event focused.
A uniquely-named Penang full marathon. 30 August 2026 at Gertak Sanggul, Penang. [1]
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30 August 2026 at Gertak Sanggul, Penang, Malaysia. It offers 41.76K. Registration is currently open. It's held at Gertak Sanggul, Pulau Pinang. Mark it on your calendar if you're planning your racing year around it. [1]
Planning to enter? See the full facts — dates, distances, pricing and registration — on the Travis Hegel Marathon du Trans Penang 2026 listing.
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