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As the shadows grow longer and a trail of headlamps winds its way up the mountain, the Outdoorregion Imst reveals just how unique a hiking event can be: the 24H Hiking Challenge<\/a> is deliberately not a race against the clock, but a long-distance hike centred entirely on community, experiencing nature, and mountain camaraderie \u2013 with no rankings and no winners\u2019 podium. What matters here is not pace, but setting off together, encouraging one another, and reaching the finish as a team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On the path to Haiminger Kreuz © 24h Trophy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What makes it so special is the chance to experience the Outdoorregion Imst in all its moods throughout the day \u2013 from the golden evening light to the quiet, focused night, all the way to the emotional high point when a new day begins in the mountains. Free from the pressure of competition, the challenge unfolds as a guided expedition experience, shaped by the group and framed by the mountain world around Imst. Carefully chosen stops create memorable highlights \u2013 such as the magic of sunset in Karr\u00f6sten \u2013 while refreshment points, meals, and rest stops at huts and alpine pastures provide energy and bring people together, before the route gradually leads back to Imst step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Catering at Karr\u00f6ster Alm © 24h Trophy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Two formats, one shared spirit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The 24-hour option is a circular route covering 48 km with 2,874 metres of ascent (highest point: 2,232 m). Both the start and finish are in the centre of Imst, with the walk beginning at 7:30 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those who would prefer a more compact version of the experience, the 12H Hiking Challenge is the perfect choice: 21 km, 1,590 metres of ascent, highest point 2,300 m, starting at 8:00 am \u2013 with the same strong sense of togetherness, only in daylight and into the evening hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Happy faces at the finish in Imst © 24h Trophy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

More experience, less organising: the official Challenge packages<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

So that valuable energy is not lost on planning and organisation before the event has even begun, there are suitable packages<\/a> available: a convenient way to combine entry and accommodation, save time, and often make the overall experience more affordable. That leaves the focus exactly where it belongs \u2013 on anticipation, moments in nature, and what truly matters: setting off, experiencing it all, and arriving together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All information about the Challenge can be found at www.imst.at<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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