Choosing the right hiking footwear is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when planning a hike or walking holiday. The wrong pair can turn even a gentle day on the trail into an uncomfortable slog, while the right choice can quietly support you mile after mile without you giving your feet a second […]
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Dubrovnik might be most famous for its towering stone walls—and its undeniable Game of Thrones cred—but for anyone who simply enjoys stretching their legs beyond the Old Town, there’s a whole world of walking waiting just outside the city gates. Think rocky coastal trails, shady pine forests, and hilltop forts that serve up views worth
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Getting the wrong backpack is one of those mistakes you don’t fully appreciate until you’re three days into a trip with a pack that sits badly, digs in at the hips, and makes every uphill feel harder than it should. By that point there’s honestly not much you can do about it! For most multi-day
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A windswept peninsula, centuries of history, and eight days of walking through one of Ireland’s most captivating landscapes — the Dingle Way is long-distance hiking at its most immersive. On the southwestern shore of Ireland, you’ll find the Dingle Peninsula, a wildly remote chunk of land that is home to one of Europe’s most well-known
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Winter hiking in Austria ranges from easy prepared valley trails to longer walks through snowy forests and alpine plateaus. These five routes cover some of the best winter walks in Tyrol, Upper Austria, Styria and Salzburger Land, with options for beginners, families and anyone after a longer day in the snow. Why try Winter Hiking
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For those of you who like your walks with a side of jaw-dropping views and some hearty mountain lunches (and that smug sense of accomplishment that only comes after a good climb) then Tyrol is basically your dream destination. This part of Austria is literally made for hiking! So if you’re already picturing yourself standing
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The Juliana Trail is a long-distance hiking route that loops around the Julian Alps in northwestern Slovenia and briefly crosses into Italy. Covering around 270 kilometres over 16 main stages, the trail is typically completed in 12 to 16 days. It follows valleys, forest paths, riverside trails, alpine meadows, and mountain villages, offering a moderate
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Tucked between craggy Alpine peaks and postcard-perfect valleys, Tyrol isn’t just beautiful—it’s almost suspiciously beautiful. It’s the kind of place where mountain views arrive with a soundtrack of cowbells and rushing streams, while well-connected towns and villages make it surprisingly easy to build a hiking trip around the scenery. This guide covers the main hiking
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A good daypack is invisible. You put it on, you head out, and then you spend zero time thinking about it because it fits well, carries comfortably, and everything you need is where you expect it to be. A bad one, on the other hand, reminds you it exists every twenty minutes through a sore
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Brussels offers far more hiking than most visitors expect, with forest loops, park trails, countryside walks and longer green routes all within easy reach of the city. These seven hikes in and around Brussels range from relaxed urban escapes to full-day outings through woodland and rural Belgium. Why Hike in Brussels? Brussels might be best
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