L4 Reichraming train station -- Schieferstein

This circular route with a length of 15.5 km and 977 m of elevation gain first leads over asphalt, then on a well-marked hiking trail to two peaks with wonderful views into the Enns Valley. First, you reach the large summit cross of the Steinernen Jäger (1185 m), followed by a lofty ridge leading to the summit of Schieferstein (1206 m).  

The start of the route is the Reichraming train station, which is located on the left at the beginning of town. We walk back towards the Enns bridge and up to the federal highway, which we cross. Along the Arzberg 1 farm road until after about a kilometer we turn left onto the Arzberg 2 farm road, which we now follow for the next 4 km.

Passing the newly built, toll-charged hiking parking lot, it goes steeply up a meadow past the Prenn and Habichler farmhouses until we reach a forest road, which we immediately leave again to run into the woods. At km 6, the path goes left upwards and not straight ahead, a cairn shows us the way, then we meet the AV 25 hiking trail, which now leads us directly to the summits. After a few minutes we can already see the summit cross of the Steinernen Jäger. A little climbing including a secured rope and then we stand on the first peak of the day. On beautiful days, this well-visited peak rewards with a great view of the surrounding Steyr region.

We continue, going down again, now keeping left at the small notch and climbing a few more meters, then along a somewhat exposed ridge until we reach the actual main summit of Schieferstein. The small cross with a summit register marks the highest point of today’s route. We now return the same way, past the Steinernen Jäger, until we come across a signpost again. Here, instead of going left down again, we follow the path straight ahead towards Pfennigstein. Alternatively, we could also walk over the “Gschoad”. Now it goes steeply down through the forest, over a metal ladder further to the distinctive Pfennigstein.

Continuing to the Hack farm, which we pass on the left, we come back onto a forest road. Along the forest road to the quarry of the Grossauer company. Here we reach the federal highway again, cross it and walk down to the Enns river, over the bridge and then 2 km left along the Enns cycle path, back to Reichraming. At the church in the town center, turn left and follow Messererstraße to the left again, under the railway bridge, then about half a kilometer more and we are back at the starting point of our route at the train station. 

Enjoy the sunrise at the summit of Schieferstein.

The best seasons are spring or autumn, as most of the route is on the south side and it can get very hot on the route in summer. 

Caution on the ridge of Schieferstein

The required equipment always depends on the specific route and weather conditions. Regarding provisions: This is very individual, and it is advisable to carry more rather than less in terms of equipment and food. For a 5 km round in the valley, you need less than for a demanding route in the mountains. The weather can change quickly, and if you are not constantly moving or need to take a break, warming clothing is very important, for example.

We have a general checklist here for you:

• Weather-appropriate running clothes for the respective season – weather forecast – region – altitude. This includes, among other things:
  * a waterproof rain jacket
  * waterproof rain pants suitable for running
  * gloves and warm headgear (cap/headband/scarf)
  * sunglasses + sunscreen + headwear for very warm days


• Trail running shoes


• Water bottles, soft flasks or a hydration bladder with enough fluids for the respective tour (possibly also salt tablets/magnesium)


• Snacks for an energy boost in between: energy bars, gels, chocolate, trail mix,


• Running backpack: ideally a trail running vest / trail running backpack or a waist belt for short tours.


• Dry pack: so your valuables or change of clothes remain dry (optionally a small trash bag)


• Emergency blanket


• Small first aid kit. In my opinion, an Israeli bandage is highly recommended: it is a one-handed wound and pressure bandage. Details can be found here.


• Emergency whistle (often integrated in trail running backpack)


• Mobile phone


• Map material (online and/or offline)


• E-Card or insurance card


• Some cash


• Crampons/spikes: these can be very advantageous in winter and icy conditions.


• Folding poles for trail running


• Headlamp

This trail was run for us by André Prinz