Breitenbach North Face Trail – Ascherjoch, Plessenberg & Heuberg 20K

20 km and 1,450 m of ascent: steep mountain trails, Ascherjoch, Plessenberg and Heuberg make this a demanding alpine trail-running route.

Length 19.99 km

Duration 4:55 h

Altitude

1448 hm

This challenging trail run starts and finishes by the church in the centre of Breitenbach. The first section follows the Way of St. James through the hamlets and forests around the village, with gentle gradients that are ideal for warming up. In Schönau, the route becomes much steeper, climbing on demanding mountain trails towards Nachberg Hochleger. From there, it follows the Eagle Walk via Ascherjoch to Plessenberg. This section requires sure-footedness and concentration, with technical passages and a short cable-secured section. Scenic trails continue towards Heuberg, the highest part of the route. A narrow, steep hiking trail then descends to Jocher Chapel before returning to the village. With 20 km, 1,450 m of ascent and a highest point of 1,744 m, this route is best suited to experienced trail runners with strong fitness and confident footing.

Details

Max. Altitude	1744
Start	Breitenbach
End	Breitenbach
Public access	Autobahnabfahrt Wörgl West - Breitenbach Zentrum
Parking	Zentrum
Equipment	The route runs mostly on well runnable trails but contains some slightly technical sections. Pay attention to suitable shoes with grippy soles and adjust your pace to the terrain. Also for this route: inform yourself beforehand about the weather conditions – sections can be slippery when wet. Closed trail running shoes with grippy soles Mobile phone Container for taking in fluids at the refreshment station (e.g. soft cup or soft flask) Completed data sheet on the back of the bib number Rescue blanket Additionally, the following are mandatory for the CLASSIC challenge: Rain jacket with at least 10,000mm waterproof rating Small first aid kit (compress, gauze bandage, fixing tape)