Green Ring Trail
Author’s recommendation
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Burg Vital, Griggeler StubaBalmalp, Ski hut
Rüfikopf, Panoramarestaurant
Krone-Stuben
Safety information
The trail passes through pastureland—please follow the rules and close the gates behind you.EMERGENCY NUMBERS:
140 Alpine emergencies throughout Austria
144 Alpine emergencies in Vorarlberg
112 European emergency number (works with any cell phone/network)
Roadbook
takes
you through the Sagenwald forest down to Zug.This is followed by the long and technically challenging climb to the Madlochjoch. This section requires endurance and sure-footedness. Once at the top, a breathtaking panorama unfolds before the trail leads down past Lake Zürs to Zürs. After a short stretch on the road, the next climb begins—first on forest roads, then on narrower trails toward Rüfikopf.
The route concludes with a steep and technically demanding downhill run along the Schafalpweg, which once again requires your full concentration. Back in Lech, you’ll run at a relaxed pace through the town to the starting point at the Dorfhus.
The Grüne Ring Trail is a challenging, varied loop with a constant alternation of uphills and downhills—ideal for experienced trail runners in good physical condition.
Gotikkirche Hl. Nikolaus
Ortszentrum von Lech
INTERSPORT Arlberg - Lech Schlosskopfbahn
Museum Lech
Burg Vital, Griggeler Stuba
Atelier LaMarie
Skyspace-Lech
Gipslöcher
Balmalp, Ski hut
Kirchlein in Zug
Wasserfall
High Zuers Ski Guides
Rüfikopf
Rüfikopf, Panoramarestaurant
Kästle Mountain Museum
Historische Brücke in Lech
STROLZ Bikecenter
INTERSPORT Arlberg - Sporthaus Lech – Haus Pfefferkorn
Krone-Stuben
Public transport
Trains, both local and long-distance, regularly stop at the St. Anton am Arlberg and Langen am Arlberg train stations. From there, you can take the bus (Line 750/760) to Lech am Arlberg.Parking
You can either park your vehicle directly at your host's place or in the Anger underground parking garage. The underground parking garage is located right in the town center, next to the Dorfhus.Coordinates
Recommended maps for this region:
Equipment
For alpine trail running routes, we recommend the following gear: Trail running shoes with good traction are essential for varied terrain and narrow trails. Opt for breathable, technical clothing in layers, along with a lightweight windbreaker or rain jacket, since the weather in the mountains can change quickly. Bringing plenty of fluids and energy should be just as much a given as a small running backpack. Trail running poles can provide noticeable relief and extra stability on both ascents and longer descents.Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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