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Nordic walking and running trails

Going for a walk, running or Nordic walking on the alps and in the valley:

Our hiking and walking trails also invite you to go running or Nordic walking. In almost all communities, marked trails await athletes who want to experience the nature preserve this way.

Nordic Walking

Kathrein/Offenegg

Kirchen-Rundwanderweg directly in St. Kathrein (approx. 2 km)
Loop trail from the village square to Gasthof Braunhof (approx. 4 km) or directly on to Gschaid (approx. 8 km)
Loop trail St. Kathrein - Brandlucken via Schönes Kreuz, Koarlsplatz or Karl Schwaiger Weg (all approx. 12 km)

Breitenau/Hochlantsch

St. Jakob town centre - Gasthof Hofbauer - Alois Schwach-Siedlung, approx. 2.4 km
St. Jakob town centre - St. Erhard - Zitonergraben turnoff, approx. 10.6 km
St. Jakob town centre - Knollgraben - Eibeggsattel, approx. 4.1 km
Further information about the routes in Breitenau

Koglhof

Loop 1: Start and end Obi - Hansl - Hütte, approx. 4.5 km
Loop 2: Start and end Obi-Hansl-Hütte/Arche Park, approx. 6.7km
Loop 3: Start and end Obi-Hansl-Hütte/Arche Park, approx. 9 km

Running

For all those for whom hiking is too slow, there are also running routes in the Almenland Nature Park. From short routes with little incline to half marathons, there is a wide selection for beginners to professionals.

For inspiration for your running route, you can also take a look at our hiking trails and turn them into running routes to suit you!

Swimming Lake-Round, Passail

As the name suggests, this leisurely running route leads to Passailer Badesee. The trail runs on ash pavement throughout and is therefore also perfect as a walking trail for families.

4,7 km | 40 Min. | 27 m

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Lindenberg-Round, Passail

The Lindenberg is known for its beautiful view, but before you can enjoy it, there are a few meters of altitude to overcome. The route is run on asphalt throughout and is easy to run except for the climb up the Lindenberg.

8,7 km | 1,5 Hours. | 141 m

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Moarhofhechtl-Round, Passail

This short loop is perfect if you don't have much time. The running route leads past the Passail fish ponds to the Moarhofhechtl and from there back to the center of Passail.

3,4 km | 30 Min. | 56 m

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Arzberg-Round, Passail

The start is in Passail, from there it goes along the Raab to the former mining village of Arzberg. Return via the Hundsberg, past the cemetery and the market square back to the starting point.

9,8 km | 1,5 Hours | 112 m

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Hundsberg-Round, Passail

In a figure-of-8 format, you run once around Passail and then around the Hundsberg. This easy route is run exclusively on asphalt.

5,8 km | 1 Hour | 74 m

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Hart-Round, Passail

The leisurely jogging or walking route always leads along side roads or footpaths in the Passail district of Hart. The gentle incline makes this route perfect for beginners.

6,8 km | 1 Hour | 44 m

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Hochweg-Round, Passail

Pass the Passail fish ponds on the way to Haufenreith. The way back is via the so-called Hochweg, which offers all runners a great view over the Passailer Kessel.

9 km | 1,5 Hours | 114 m

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Wiedenberg-Round, Passail

An easy loop with only a few climbs. The start is in Passail, the highest point of the route is on the Wiedenberg, where you are rewarded with a fantastic view.

7,8 km | 1,25 Hours | 111 m

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Griasboch-Round, Passail

This somewhat more challenging running route starts in Passail, leads via Arzberg along the Griasbochweg to Fladnitz an der Teichalm. It continues past the golf course back to the starting point in Passail.

12,5 km | 2 Hours | 98 m

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Ochsenhalt-Classic, Passail

This route is more for trained runners, as there are a few meters of altitude to conquer. From Passail to Hohenau, the route is mainly on asphalt, after which it continues on forest paths. The tour is also well suited as a hike if you can put up with the asphalt paths.

15,6 km | 4 Hours | 558 m

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Buchkogel-Half Marathon, Passail

Ambitious runners are in just the right place on this tour. Starting from Passail, you climb the Buchkogel, which is around 1,300 meters high, so there are plenty of climbs to contend with. Most of the running is on natural paths.

21,1 km | 4 Hours | 666 m

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Elmer-Half Marathon, Passail

The half marathon is mostly run on asphalt. With a few climbs, this route is also for experienced runners. From Passail it goes in a wide arc via Arzberg to Fladnitz an der Teichalm. in the direction of Fladnitz an der Teichalm. We return to the starting point in Passail via Tober and the Lindenbergweg.

21,2 km | 3,25 Hours | 345 m

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