Borobudur Marathon
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Race Day
70–82°F · Feels warm
Total elevation gain
Moderate rolling hills · Net elevation change +0 ft
Participants
Major marathon
Crowd Rating
Excellent spectator turnout
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The Lowdown
The Borobudur Marathon is Indonesia's premier annual marathon, held at the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site of Borobudur Temple in Magelang Regency, Central Java. Organized by the Borobudur Marathon Foundation in partnership with the Central Java Provincial Government and sponsored by Bank Jateng, the race takes runners through scenic routes weaving among rice paddies, dense tropical vegetation, and traditional Javanese villages with the 9th-century Buddhist temple as the backdrop. The event offers three race distances — full marathon, half marathon, and 10K — and is affiliated with PASI (Indonesian Athletics Federation) and AIMS. With its deep cultural integration and stunning scenery, the Borobudur Marathon is a flagship event in Indonesian running tourism, drawing both domestic and international participants.
Questions about the Borobudur Marathon 2026
When is the Borobudur Marathon 2026?
This edition ran on Sunday, November 1, 2026. The 2027 date is to be confirmed.
Where is the Borobudur Marathon?
Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia.
What is the Borobudur Marathon time limit?
7 hours.
What is the Borobudur Marathon elevation gain?
287 m (942 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Moderate rolling hills.
What is the Borobudur Marathon course like?
It passes Borobudur Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site, 9th-century Buddhist monument), Lumbini Park Complex (start/finish area) and Traditional Javanese villages.
What is the weather like at the Borobudur Marathon?
Race-day temperatures are usually 21–28 °C (70–82 °F). Feels warm.
How many runners does the Borobudur Marathon have?
15,000 participants. Major marathon.
Is the Borobudur Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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