Pond Walk
Short and technically easy loop that allows you to get a taste of the trail running terrain of the Hochkar.
- Starting point of the tour
- Hochkar, Valley Station
- Tour destination
- Hochkar, Valley Station
- Fitness level required:2/6
- Overall experience:4/6
- Scenery:4/6
- Lowest point
- 1473 m
- Highest point
- 1650 m
Short and technically easy loop that allows you to get a taste of the trail running terrain of the Hochkar.
Via forest roads and single trails to the snowmaking pond and back to the valley station of the Hochkar cable cars.
High-alpine terrain!
1. Please avoid the trails during nighttime and twilight hours (when the animals are foraging).
2. Remain calm and mindful; avoid contact with grazing livestock.
3. Be considerate of the flora and fauna, and treat the people working here, nature, and the animals with respect.
4. Pay attention to general warning signs (e.g., “Restricted Area” signs). Observe fences and close gates behind you.
5. Exercise caution during extreme weather; seek shelter or turn back if necessary.
6. Please take your trash with you when you leave.
Trail running shoes, possibly trail running poles. Trail running backpack with snacks and a first-aid kit, emergency blanket, cell phone, and protection from rain and sun.
Subject to a fee: Hochkar Valley Station
Göstling – Lassing – Alpine Road: 9 km to the Hochkar, max. 16%
VOR Line to the Hochkar
Use the flat area around the pond for a few running drills.
Recommended period
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Ybbstaler Alps Tourism Association
Göstling 46/2
3345 Göstling on the Ybbs
www.ybbstaler-alpen.at/trailrunning
info@ybbstaler-alpen.at
43-5-93049
Letzte Änderung: 4 Aug 2026
