Michael Lenz
Austrian Trail Running Association Certification
I grew up in Heidiland (where Johanna Spyri’s ‘Heidi’ was based) at the foot of majestic mountains at the entrance to the canton of Graubünden, in the southeast of Switzerland. I spent most of my younger years mountain biking, running and exploring the natural environment around me. After a few years living in Bern, Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland, I finally moved back to the region I love so much to start offering my own trail running tours. I now live in Malans, from where I have access to all kinds of trails in the mountains I know very well.
I have always loved spending time in the mountains and exploring remote areas. Trail running therefore came naturally – and was sometimes necessary to get back home in time for dinner! I mostly enjoy races of distances from 25-50 km in technical terrain, with a good amount of elevation. I love to be part of this vibrant community, but still live for those long, remote, solo mountain adventures.
Running in the mountains is what gives me pure joy and energy. It’s the most natural way of moving, allowing us to experience our beautiful natural environment so intensely. I love sharing these precious moments with like-minded runners. It’s simply more fun, and I still learn something about nature and myself with every hour spent in the mountains.
Michael Lenz, running guide, in Heidiland, eastern Switzerland (Photo: Ivan Neyer)
Michael Lenz, running guide, in Malbun, Liechtenstein (Pädi Luchs)
Fall Trail Running in the Alps – And Two New Run the Alps Trips
If your schedule doesn’t allow you to run with us during the summer months, or if you like the sound of fall leaves on the trails, we hope you’ll consider our new fall trips!
Dolomites Trail Running – Cortina
Our trip starts and finishes in Cortina D’Ampezzo. And in between? Dolomite villages, great cuisine, and beautiful trails in a dramatic alpine environment.
