--- title: Schafberg Mountain Run url: "https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/430012853/27th-schafberg-run.html" description: 23rd Schafberg Run - Running pleasure on the panoramic mountain. image: "https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/user_upload/upperaustria/Logo_upperuastria_RGB_300x300px_Websites.png" date: 2017-02-22 modified: 2026-03-18 --- # Schafberg Mountain Run 27th Schafberg Run ==================== 08.05.2027 / 10:00- 19:00 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut, SchafbergBahn Sportveranstaltung ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/254987/AEFF68B4AE7F0A1BAE260DBE7B960B608CCC63F3989370981A2A1C33EA610E4B/einer-der-haertesten-berglaeufe.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/254986/F03EF87C5FB5566E042D47F91CD279769D0BEDF06FD6A4AFD5D30B44A129E2B7/mensch-gegen-dampflok.jpg) Open copyright © Wolfgangsee Tourismus Gesellschaft Close copyright [ ![Gradients of up to 26% and 1,240 m difference in altitude](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/254987/AEFF68B4AE7F0A1BAE260DBE7B960B608CCC63F3989370981A2A1C33EA610E4B/einer-der-haertesten-berglaeufe.jpg "© Wolfgangsee Tourismus Gesellschaft") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/254987/AEFF68B4AE7F0A1BAE260DBE7B960B608CCC63F3989370981A2A1C33EA610E4B/einer-der-haertesten-berglaeufe.jpg) Open copyright © Wolfgangsee Tourismus Gesellschaft Close copyright [ ![Man versus steam locomotive](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/254986/F03EF87C5FB5566E042D47F91CD279769D0BEDF06FD6A4AFD5D30B44A129E2B7/mensch-gegen-dampflok.jpg "© Wolfgangsee Tourismus Gesellschaft") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/254986/F03EF87C5FB5566E042D47F91CD279769D0BEDF06FD6A4AFD5D30B44A129E2B7/mensch-gegen-dampflok.jpg) 1. 2. Markt 35 5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Markt%2035%2C%205360%20St.%20Wolfgang%20im%20Salzkammergut "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Markt%2035%2C%205360%20St.%20Wolfgang%20im%20Salzkammergut "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.739265639793&lon=13.439809083939&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) [ Event information ](#ttgCollapseBeschreibung) ------------------------------------------------- **27th Schafberg Run—** A Fun Run on the Scenic Mountain! The Classic Schafberg Run ------------------------- In 1983, as part of the Schafbergbahn’s 90th-anniversary celebration, Franz Zimmermann came up with the idea of organizing the run as a sporting event open to all runners. Cardboard race numbers were quickly put together, and the event was ready to go. The field of runners was still very small back then; times were measured by hand, and the results list fit on a single A4 sheet of paper. Since then, the race has taken place annually in the spring. Only once, due to a sudden onset of winter, was the course shortened to end at the Schafbergalm. The Schafberg Trail ------------------- Runners know it well: the only thing you give up is a letter. And so, after three COVID-related cancellations of the Schafberg Run, the president of the St. Wolfgang Running Club, Werner Haas, came up with the idea of organizing a run up the Schafberg in the summer after all. A few like-minded people were quickly on board, and planning could begin. However, since the rail line cannot be used during peak season, the standard trail up the Schafberg serves as an alternative. Only a short stretch of paved road needs to be navigated. Two-thirds of the route runs on forest trails through a beautiful mixed forest, while the final third leads across the Schafbergalm to the summit, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lakes. Some runners even whisper that this route is actually more scenic than the one along the railway line. Route Description ----------------- The route follows asphalt for the first 500 meters and then turns onto a beautiful forest trail through the mixed forest up to the Schafbergalm. From the Schafbergalm, a magnificent panorama of the picturesque Salzkammergut unfolds. Start at the Schafbergbahn station in St. Wolfgang and follow Schafbergstraße. Continue uphill along the Müllnerbühel and the forest road. After about 1.3 kilometers, turn left onto Hiking Trail 24 and head briefly downhill across the Dittelbach. Head uphill again, cross the Schafbergbahn tracks, and pass the Aschinger snack bar on the left. Hiking Trail 23 begins immediately after the snack bar. This trail leads all the way to the Schafbergalm and continues over the overpass to the Schafberg. The trail ends at the Schafberg station. You’ll need to cross the Schafbergbahn twice along the route. Marshals will be on site. If you encounter the Schafbergbahn, it has the right of way. Leaving the marked hiking trails is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate disqualification. In the alpine pasture area, special care must be taken around grazing livestock (maintain a safe distance). Dogs are not permitted for safety reasons! **Route length: 7.6 kilometers, 1,221 meters of elevation gain** The race starts at 3:00 p.m. at the SchafbergBahn valley station and finishes in St. Gilgen. **For more information, visit [www.schafberglauf.at](https://www.schafbergtrail.at/)** [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Laufgemeinschaft St. Wolfgang** Windhag 18, 5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut Phone[+43 664 9685257](tel:+436649685257) E-Mail[lg.stwolfgang@gmail.com](#mailto) Web[www.lg-st-wolfgang.at/](https://www.lg-st-wolfgang.at/) book a ticket [book a ticket](https://www.schafbergtrail.at "New window") --- **We speak the following languages** German [ Event location ](#ttgCollapseVeranstaltungsorte) ---------------------------------------------------- **SchafbergBahn** Markt 35, 5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut Phone [+43 662 8884-9700](tel:+4366288849700) E-Mail Web [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- [book a ticket](https://www.schafbergtrail.at "New window") [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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