Borobudur Marathon
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.
Race Day
Weather Forecast
Elevation
Terrain Profile
Relatively flat course
Participants
Field Size
Major marathon
Crowd Rating
Spectator Support
Excellent spectator turnout
Borobudur Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site, 9th-century Buddhist monument)
Lumbini Park Complex (start/finish area)
Traditional Javanese villages
Central Java rice paddies and tropical vegetation
Other distances available during the event weekend:
Borobudur Temple Park, Magelang Regency, Central Java, Indonesia
ID
Average rate for 3-star accommodations near the start line
Eligibility
- Minimum age 18 for marathon
- Open to both Indonesian and international runners
Required Documents
- Photo ID
- Bib number must be worn visibly during the race
Entry Methods
- Fast Track registration (opens May)
- Ballot registration
- Saveduit Bank Jateng program
- Travel Agent program
- Worlds Marathon partner registration
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Review official cancellation policy at borobudurmarathon.com before registering
Sponsored by Bank Jateng (Bank Pembangunan Daerah Jawa Tengah); canonical sponsor-neutral name is 'Borobudur Marathon'
Affiliated with PASI (Indonesian Athletics Federation) and AIMS
Theme for 2025 edition: 'Stride to Glory' (Tumapak Kamulyan)
Organized by Borobudur Marathon Foundation with Central Java Provincial Government
2025 edition held November 16, 2025; 2026 date estimated November 1, 2026 (Sunday, per Central Java government tourism site)
Distinct from Maybank Bali Marathon (held in Bali; different island, organizer, and route)
Start time typically early morning (~05:00 local time); unconfirmed for 2026
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