- 3 nights in a modern double room
- 3.5 days of guided running with group runs, workshops, and discussions on trail running and recovery
- Entry to the GaPa Trail
- Delicious breakfast buffet with over 70 items
- Three packed lunches
- Sports spa with Finnish sauna, steam room, infrared cabin, fitness area, and relaxation room
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
- Late checkout
Do you want to participate in the GaPa Trail and would like professional help to do so?
GaPa Trail in Garmisch with Michi Zahler
The Explorer Hotels Trailrunning Camp is the perfect way to prepare for the Rab GaPa Trail: You'll focus on the race, refining your technique, running style, and race tactics – and you'll start with a great feeling. And as a bonus, you'll experience what makes trail running so special: community. It doesn't get any better than this! 😉
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Trail running in Garmisch
✔ April 23-26, 2026
✔ Trail running with Michi Zahler
✔ GaPa Trail starting point
With trail guide Michi Zahler you prepare for the GaPa Trail and have a professional as race support.
Includes a starting place for the GaPa Trail 2026!
The program for the weekend of April 23-26, 2026
Thursday
2:00 PM: Welcome and brief introductions at the Explorer Hotel Garmisch
2:30 PM: Start of the first easy run
Afterwards: Warm-up
From 6:30 PM: Time for dinner
Afterwards: Relaxed end to the evening with a discussion about race strategy and nutrition
Friday
7:30 a.m.: Breakfast together
followed by: Inspection of the GaPa Trail
4:30 p.m.: Time to relax in the Sport Spa
5:30 p.m.: Presentation by Juliane Bruness
6:30 p.m.: Dinner
followed by: Relaxing end to the evening
Saturday
7:30 a.m.: Breakfast together
followed by: GaPa Trail with race support from Michi
approx. 6:00 p.m.: Dinner
followed by: Relaxing end to the evening
Sunday
7:30 a.m.: Breakfast together
Followed by: Race reflection and a leisurely run
Approx. 11:00 a.m.: Farewell with excursion tips for Garmisch
Note: Rooms are available until 6:00 p.m., allowing time for a shower or relaxation before departure.
We reserve the right to offer an alternative program or cancel the camp if the minimum number of participants is not reached.
Participation and mandatory equipment
To participate in the camp, you should be keen on the GaPa Trail, regardless of speed - the fun of moving in nature is always the main focus.
• Trail running shoes: Running shoes with appropriate protection and suitable soles
• Running backpack with a hydration reservoir (at least 1 liter of water)
• Food: Gels, energy bars, isotonic drinks
• Clothing: Windbreaker, light rain jacket, running hat, and running gloves
• Smartphone
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Packing list for trail running camps and Explorer Hotels
Your guide Michi:
- Freeride guide, outdoor guide, mountain hiking guide, and cross-country skiing instructor—you get it all in one.
- You can rely on his extensive experience 😉
- Jokes and fun are guaranteed.
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