L3 Almentrail, short version

Directions:
We start at the Großraming train station and take a left up the road. A signpost points the way to Rotstein. We climb quickly uphill, passing houses, until we reach hiking trail 492, which takes us towards Rotstein. After 5km, with wonderful views of the Oberplaißa, we reach the tarmacked Rotsteinbichl road, which we follow to the Bamacher car park. If you wish, you can extend your trip to the Ennser Hütte, but we prefer to stay on the dirt road and turn right at km 6,3. Continue along the forest road, which is not very busy, up and down to Tomaseben, an alpine pasture with a beautiful uninhabited hut. Continue down the forest road towards Lumplgraben. At km 12,2 we come to the main road, which takes us back to our starting point at the railway station.

Equipment:
The required equipment always depends on the particular tour and the weather conditions. Regarding the food: This is very individual and it is recommended to have rather too much than too little with equipment and food. For a 5km round in the valley you need less 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, warming clothing is of great importance.

We have a general checklist for you here:

• Weather-appropriate running gear for the season - weather forecast - region - elevation. This includes:    
  * a waterproof rain jacket   
  * a waterproof rain trousers suitable for running   
  * Gloves and warm headgear (hood/headband/towel).   
  * sunglasses + sunscreen + headgear for very warm days


• Trail running shoes


• Drinking bottles, softflasks or a hydration bladder with enough liquid for the respective tour (if necessary also salt tablets/magnesium)


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


• Running backpack: ideally a trail running vest / a trail running backpack or a belly belt for small tours.


• Drypack: to keep your valuables or change of clothes dry (optionally a small garbage bag).


• Emergency blanket


• Small first aid kit. An Israeli bandage is highly recommended: this is a one-handed wound and pressure bandage. Details can be found here.


• Emergency whistle (often integrated in trail backpacks)


• 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 icy conditions.


• Folding poles for trail running


• Headlamp

Additional information:
This trail was run for us by André Prinz