Achensee Winter Trail Running Camp

At the Achensee Winter Trail Running Camp, beginners and experienced runners alike explore trail running on snow, ice, and varied terrain. They develop their technique, sure-footedness, and stability while gaining valuable experience for safe and confident winter trail running.

ITINERARY

Friday, 18. December

• Until 13.30 Individual arrival and check-in at the Boutiquehotel Acherl in Achenkirch
• 14.00 Welcome & group introduction
• 14.45 Winter trail run (approx. 1 hour 30 minutes)
  Experience winter trail conditions, adapt your running technique, and learn to move safely on snow, mud, ice, and changing terrain.
• 16.15 Stretching & cooldown
• 16.30 Relaxation and recovery in the wellness area
• 19.00 Group dinner
• 20.30 Winter trail briefing
  What’s different from running in summer? Understanding and safely assessing winter conditions: terrain, cold, weather, route selection, equipment, risk assessment, and decisions about when to turn back

Saturday, 19. December

• 7.30 Injury prevention & strength training 
  Train stability, balance, and strength for safe trail running on changing terrain, with targeted exercises for the legs and core.
• 8.45 Group breakfast
• 10.30 Long winter trail run
  The sporting highlight of the weekend: an varied trail route in two performance groups, adapted to the current winter conditions.
• 13.15 Lunch break & lunch together
• 14.30 Relaxation and recovery in the wellness area
• 17.30 Group aperitif, knowledge sharing & open discussion
• 19.00 Group dinner
• 20.00 Overview of Sunday's programme “From Dark to Light”

Sunday, 20 December

• Approx. 6.45 From "Dark to Light"
  The emotional highlight of the weekend. Set off together in the darkness with headlamps and run into the sunrise, enjoying spectacular views of Lake Achensee and the surrounding mountains.
• 8.45 Leisurely group breakfast
• 10.45 Group walk to lake Achensee & feedback session
• 12.00 Closing session & lunch Together
• Approx. 13.30 Individual departure