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Thimphu Marathon
Thimphu, Bhutan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
Culture & HistoryCity Run+3
BTCountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Bhutan: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 49 races in Bhutan with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions49Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 193.3 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+10,840 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Thunder Dragon Marathon
Thimphu, Bhutan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run
Photo: Acabashi · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
GlobalLimits Bhutan - The Last Secret -
Thimphu, Bhutan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
193.3 km
ForestMountain+4
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Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers
Angers, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 km+6
Nature & Off-RoadPublic Park+4
Photo: W. Bulach · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail de Plaintel
Plaintel, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
42 km25 km12 km6.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadCharity Run
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise
Saint-Quentin, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km2 km950 m
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic Walking
Olsztyn Independence Run
Olsztyn, Poland
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
Photo: marek7400 · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic Walking
Gdynia Independence Run
Gdynia, Poland
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km1.92 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Thimphu Marathon | Thimphu, Thimphu, BT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Thunder Dragon Marathon | Thimphu, Thimphu, BT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | GlobalLimits Bhutan - The Last Secret - | Thimphu, Thimphu, BT | Trail Running | 193.3 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers | Angers, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningTrail Running | 10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Trail de Plaintel | Plaintel, Brittany, FR | Trail Running | 42 km25 km12 km6.5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise | Saint-Quentin, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km2 km950 m |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Olsztyn Independence Run | Olsztyn, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Gdynia Independence Run | Gdynia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km1.92 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Le Trail de la Saint Martin | Saint-Martin-de-Londres, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km10 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Independence Run in Police | Police, West Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | SoliMada Trail |  Antsirabe, Vakinankaratra Region, MG | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 125 km106 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Wrocław Independence Run with a Mustache | Wrocław, Lower Silesia Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Bhutan in asia is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 49 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Nordic Walking. Key host locations include Thimphu, Angers, Plaintel, and Saint-Quentin. Notable events in the selection include Thimphu Marathon, Thunder Dragon Marathon, and GlobalLimits Bhutan - The Last Secret -.
Race distances span from 0.9 km to 193.3 km, reaching up to +10,840 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Bhutan includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Bhutan?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 49 individual races in Bhutan. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Thimphu Marathon, Thunder Dragon Marathon, and GlobalLimits Bhutan - The Last Secret -.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Bhutan?
Events in Bhutan focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Nordic Walking. Course distances range from 0.9 km entry-level races up to 193.3 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Thimphu, Angers, Plaintel, and Saint-Quentin.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Bhutan?
The most selective courses in Bhutan climb up to +10,840 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Bhutan?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.
