Trail running: Reichenbachklamm & Breitenberg

Proper planning – distance is not the decisive factor: Challenging terrain can easily increase the time you usually need per kilometer. Therefore, plan generously the time you want to be on the move. If you reach the halfway point, consider turning back if in doubt. If you get more tired on the route than you thought, turn back.

Don't forget water and food: Even on shorter runs, take food and enough water with you. For example, energy bars fit easily into any pocket. Drink continuously in small sips even if you are not thirsty. If you spend unexpectedly longer in the forest or mountains, enough provisions and water make an important difference.

Properly assess your fitness and running technique: If in doubt, start initially on easier terrain and gradually increase to routes through demanding alpine terrain. Small quick steps are best, as they allow you to react faster and keep your balance. Good shoes are important. Trail shoes with a good profile grip better on the terrain and protect your feet from roots or stones. If necessary, get advice from an expert at a trail running specialty store to find the right shoes.

Use the right equipment: Temperatures can vary greatly especially in the mountains, and thunderstorms can come up faster than expected. Even in summer temperatures, warm spare clothing for lower temperatures can be helpful in extreme cases and make unforeseen situations less unpleasant. And you should of course always think of good sun protection.
 

Better safe than sorry: Inform someone about your planned route and when you should be back. Always take a mobile phone (with a charged battery) and a whistle. If you try a new route, take a close look at the course as well as the elevation and technical difficulty of the route beforehand.

Take a short detour to the viewing platform above the mountain station of the Breitenberg cable car. The platform extends several meters over the cliff edge and offers a great view of the Alpine foothills – for those not afraid of heights ;)