L4 Almen-Trail
4400 Steyr

Trail run to the highest peak in Großraming
Recommended season:
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
- Scenic
- Refreshment stops available
- Summit route
We start the tour at the Bamacher parking lot and walk along the forest road. There is also a hiking trail that branches off right next to the road, but we choose this for the route back. On the first 5 km to the Ennser Hütte, we climb a not-too-steep 500 meters in altitude. Directly at the hut, a little above, is the start of the hiking trail, which leads us directly to the summit of the Almkogel via a beautiful single trail. At 1513 meters, it is the highest peak in the area with a great view of the Alpine foothills. We return to the Ennser Hütte on the same single trail (be careful in wet conditions!!). On the right behind the hut, a hiking trail leads down through the forest. It's a great run until we reach the forest road again. We walk along this for the next 1.5 km until another forest road branches off to the left. We now follow this. A short passage, a little rough through the forest, then back along the road. Always downhill, we reach the Tomaseben Alm and continue through the forest. Before we turn off in the direction of the Rotstein, we have to cross another small impassable section in the forest, but it doesn't turn out to be particularly difficult. We walk on, circle the Rotstein on the left and then reach the start of the summit. The ascent is short and crisp. The summit rewards you with a magnificent view of Großraming. Back along the hiking trail, you descend again to a mountain pasture. In summer there are many cows grazing here. Be careful with dogs. We leave the hiking trail and continue to the right. A trail marker shows us the direction. We cross alpine meadows and reach the Oberplaißa main road, which takes us back to the starting point of our tour.
Tip:Refreshment stop at the Ennser Hütte
Safety guidelines:In wet conditions it can be very slippery on the Almkogel and Rotstein, sticks are recommended.
Equipment:The equipment required always depends on the tour and the weather conditions. With regard to food: This is very individual and it is advisable to carry too much rather than too little when it comes to equipment and food. Less is needed for a 5 km tour in the valley than for a demanding tour in the mountains. The weather can change quickly and if you are not constantly on the move or need to take a break, for example, warm clothing is very important.
We have a general checklist for you here:
Weather-appropriate running gear for the season - weather forecast - region - altitude. This includes, among other things: * a waterproof rain jacket * waterproof rain pants suitable for running * gloves and warm headgear (hat/headband/tube scarf) * sunglasses + sunscreen + headgear for very warm days
Trail running shoes
Drinking bottles, soft flasks or a hydration bladder with enough liquid for the respective tour (possibly also salt tablets/magnesium)
Snacks for an energy boost in between: Energy bars, gels, chocolate, trail mix,
Running rucksack: ideally a trail running vest / trail running rucksack or a waist belt for short tours.
Drypack: to keep your valuables or a change of clothes dry (optionally a small garbage bag)
Emergency blanket
Small first aid kit. In my opinion, an Israeli bandage is highly recommended: this is a wound and pressure bandage that can be used with one hand. Details can be found here.
Emergency whistle (often integrated into the trail backpack)
cell phone
Maps (online and/or offline)
E-card or insurance card
Some cash
Grödeln/spikes: these can be a great advantage in winter and in icy conditions.
Folding poles for trail running
Headlamp
Paths covering:
further information:
- Board possible







Parking
Bamacher parking lot
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
- Early winter
- Deep winter
Please get in touch for more information.
Stadtplatz 27
4400 Steyr
Phone +43 7252 53229 - 0
E-Mail info@steyr-nationalpark.at
Web www.steyr-nationalpark.at/
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