Angkor Empire Marathon
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia · Sunday 4 October 2026
Angkor Empire Marathon, held annually in Angkor, Cambodia, is the first full marathon in Cambodia, introduced in 2014. The event is part of the Angkor Wat Marathons, which also include a half marathon. The course starts and ends at the iconic Angkor Wat temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offering breathtaking views of the ancient temples and surrounding archaeological park.
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Adjusted Time
4:57:20
Time difference: +57.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain313m
Elevation High55m
Elevation Low17m
Weather Forecast
High36°C
Low25°C
Chance of Rain42%
How hard is Angkor Empire Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 95% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Angkor Empire Marathon plays about 52 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #54 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Angkor Empire Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Angkor Empire Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:38:06 | +38:06 |
| 3:30:00 | 4:17:27 | +47:27 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:57:20 | +57:20 |
| 4:30:00 | 5:37:43 | +1:07:43 |
| 5:00:00 | 6:18:35 | +1:18:35 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:59:56 | +1:29:56 |
| 6:00:00 | 7:41:45 | +1:41:45 |
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Angkor Empire Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Angkor Empire Marathon is a full marathon held in Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia. It is scheduled for Sunday 4 October 2026. The course is run on mixed surface with 313m of total climbing, with its high point near 55m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Angkor Empire Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a hilly course with 313m of total climbing, rising to around 55m above sea level. It pays to train on hills and to pace the climbs conservatively.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 25°C and 36°C. Heat is one of the biggest performance factors in distance running - for every degree above 15°C, finish times can slow by roughly 1-2%. Extra hydration and a conservative start are strongly recommended. There is a moderate chance of rain (42%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.
Surface Type: Mixed
Angkor Empire Marathon features a mixed-surface course, combining sections of road with unpaved terrain such as gravel paths, parkland, or boardwalks. Mixed courses add variety but also introduce some unpredictability in footing. Expect slightly slower times than on a pure road course, and road-trail hybrid shoes may be the best footwear option.
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