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Bhutan International Marathon and Half Marathon

Name: Bhutan International Marathon and Half Marathon
Start: 2026-03-07
End: 2026-03-07
Location: Punakha Dzong, Chhukha

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Punakha Dzong, Chhukha, Bhutan

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About the Event

We’re excited to share that the 12th Edition of the Bhutan International Marathon 2026 will be happening on 7th March 2026! Registration is now open, and we have very limited spots available, so don’t wait too long to sign up! This special event offers two race options: Full Marathon – 42 km (26.2 miles) Half Marathon – 21 km (13.1 miles) Both routes take runners through the stunning landscapes of Bhutan, offering an unforgettable experience filled with beauty, culture, and inspiration. We encourage all participants to carefully go through the information provided on our website to understand the event details and participant expectations. Payment Options: International participants: Via wire transfer Participants in Bhutan: In person or through the National Payment Gateway For any inquiries or more details, feel free to WhatsApp us at +975-17784836.

Races Offered

Half Marathon

Mar 07, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Marathon

Mar 07, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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08:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Punakha Dzong.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 9.9° / 22.2°

wb_sunny 8.5° / 21.1°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 4.0 /

water_drop 69.8%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 9.9° / 22.2°

wb_sunny 8.5° / 21.1°

air 4.0 km/h

water_drop 69.8%

About Punakha Dzong

The Punakha Dzong, also known as Pungthang Dewa Chhenbi Phodrang, is the administrative centre of Punakha District in Punakha, Bhutan. Constructed by Ngawang Namgyal, 1st Zhabdrung Rinpoche, in 1637–38, it is the second oldest and second-largest dzong in Bhutan and one of its most majestic structures. The dzong houses the sacred relics of the southern Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism, including the Rangjung Kharsapani and the sacred remains of Ngawang Namgyal and the tertön Pema Lingpa.