Hello Cross Adventure! as far as your feet will go.
Trail & mountain running in Val Senales
Just you, your running shoes & the trail. Hardly any sport is as ‘real’ as trail running. Paths and routes for mountain running novices and experts criss-cross the Val Senales and the entire region of Vinschgau-Merano. The spectacular Ötzi Alpine Marathon is held here each year. The event is a combination of running, touring and mountain biking.
Hotel director Didi is a passionate runner and competitor in the race. He knows all the best cross trails in Vinschgau and South Tyrol.
RUN UPHILL!
Berghotel Tyrol is run by mountain enthusiasts for mountain enthusiasts. It’s a gathering place for mountain folks. Aspiring ones as well. Guests are bound to get itchy feet just by looking at the hiking paths and trails running all through Val Senales and Vinschgau. They can set off from the hotel to explore South Tyrol. The climate in our region is truly ideal, with spring starting early and winter usually late. In between there are plenty of perfect days for active pursuits.
Tips for a successfull start in the world of trail running
- 1. The right equipment is essential: trail running shoes, functional clothing, possibly trail running poles and rucksack
- 2. Before going on the trails, i.e. more difficult terrain, you should first prepare your muscles and tendons for it. This includes running in flat terrain, cycling, stabilisation and balance exercises, muscle training with your own weight and - very important! - training the tendons of the ankle and knee
- 3. Give yourself time and don't want too much right away! Increase the duration and intensity of the runs in order to accustom the muscles and tendons to the new strain
- 4. Always have a view a few meters ahead when running downhill, in order to be able to set the steps purposefully and safely and to be able to choose a good line
- 5. When going downhill the stand width is always at least or even more than hip width. Keep the torso stable and the arms to the side, calmly and on the chest. Balance the rhythm of running by moving your hands up and down
- 6. Uphill, if it gets steeper, better switch to walking. You are not slower there with slightly larger steps and use less energy than when running
- 7. Use the sticks in a targeted manner so as not to brake, but always to have a good push forward
- 8. Better get the sticks out of the way downhill! This makes you feel safer, because your hands are free and you can support yourself better in case of a fall. The balance is kept better and you do not have to concentrate on the precise and coordinative use of the poles.
- 9. Always have enough equipment, such as first aid kit, mobile phone and food/drink with you, as you are in the mountains and never know what will happen
- 10. And most importantly, have fun and enjoy!!!
Popular routes in the region from easy to extreme, recommended by hotel director Didi
FAVOURITE TRAIL – KOMMOD
Madonna di Selanes – Vernagt – BerglAlm –
Gerstgras – Lake Path – Vernagt – Madonna di Selanes
approx. 16 km
Walking time: approx. 4–5 hours
FAVOURITE TRAIL – KOMMOD
Madonna di Selanes – Vernagt – BerglAlm –
Gerstgras – Lake Path – Vernagt – Madonna di Selanes
approx. 16 km
Walking time: approx. 4–5 hours