L4 Trattenbach train station – Schoberstein – Grünburger Hut – Trail

It starts with an asphalt road, where after about 2.5 km you can turn right onto a hiking trail up to the Schoberstein. From the Schoberstein, you then descend on the hiking trail to Pfaffenboden, continue on a gravel road to the Grünburger Hut, then towards Kruckn Brettl, where you then sometimes turn right downhill towards Trattenbach.

From Trattenbach train station, you start on an asphalt road where, after about 2.5 km, you turn onto a hiking trail toward the Klausriegler guesthouse. After about 1 km through a forest trail, you arrive at the guesthouse (this has been closed since 01.01.2023), then follow the path up toward Schoberstein. Once you spot the Schobersteinhaus at the top, you can turn right uphill to the summit cross of Schoberstein. From the summit cross, if you do not want to stop, you can also pass just above the Schobersteinhaus and continue following the path toward the Grünburger Hut.

At km 7.5, where the Schinder goes steeply down to the right, it is worth making a short detour – straight ahead, about 50 m up, there is a small cross called "Summit of Desire" – there is also a wonderful view of the mountains.

Then down over the "Schinder" you reach a gravel road intersection; just continue straight on the gravel road toward Dürres Eck / Gaisberg. Passing the quarry of Bernegger company, you soon reach a distinctive intersection, here is the "Pfaffenboden", from here continue on the gravel road toward the Grünburger Hut.

Arriving at the Grünburger Hut, you turn right onto a meadow path that soon leads into a forest before continuing on a meadow toward "Kruckn Brettl". On the left side, there is a distinctive two-stemmed beech tree with a sign "Trattenbach," which you follow downhill to the right. After about 500 m, you reach a junction, turn right and follow the forest road, where after about 200 m on the right there is again a sign "Trattenbach" pointing to a hiking trail into the forest – follow this and continue always toward Trattenbach. From about km 13, you reach an asphalt road, follow it down until you return to Trattenbach.

Tip: On the way down to Trattenbach, you can see a pretty waterfall on the left side at a right-hand bend.

-     Multiple places to stop for refreshments, after 2 km at "Rudi" (Mitterhummer’s Hofstadl), then at the Schoberstein and also at the Grünburger Hut.

-     The Schobersteinhaus and the Grünburger Hut both have a shelter where drinks are available even when the huts are closed.

The required equipment always depends on the specific route and weather conditions. Regarding food: this is very individual, and it is advisable to have more rather than less equipment and provisions. A 5 km round in the valley requires less than a demanding tour in the mountains. The weather can change rapidly, and if you are not constantly moving or need to take a break, warm clothing is very important, for example.

Here is a general checklist for you:

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


• Trail running shoes


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


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


• Running backpack: ideally a trail running vest / a trail running backpack or a waist 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 in my opinion: it is a one-handed wound and pressure dressing. More details can be found here.


• Emergency whistle (often integrated into the trail backpack)


• Mobile phone


• Maps (online and/or offline)


• E-Card or insurance card


• Some cash


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


• Folding poles for trail running


• Headlamp

This trail was run for us by Gerhard Michlmayr