This long distance walking trail crosses the mountainous centre of Gran Canaria, starting and ending at the sea. 9 The GR131 is an island-hopping trail that runs east to west and coast to coast across each of the Canary Islands. Of course you can’t walk on water so you have to take ferries to connect…
Discover Japan’s best hiking routes
With summer just around the corner, it is the perfect time to explore the beautiful landscapes that Japan has to offer, and what better way than to do this on foot. Here is a round-up of some of Japan’s best hiking routes, offering a variety of well-trodden trails. From easy and short routes to advanced…
Hiking La Gomera, Canary Islands, Spain
One of the most unspoilt of the Canaries, and almost the smallest, the best way of exploring La Gomera is on foot. A short ferry ride from Tenerife, La Gomera is basically a small circular lump of volcanic rock that sticks out of the sea, rising to a height of almost 1500m. A long distance…
Hiking the Essex Coast from Tollesbury to Purfleet
Essex is known for a lot of things, but its coast isn’t one of them. That’s a pity as it’s home to a varied birdlife and one section is the most isolated spot in the country. Of course, there are the obligatory caravan parks but they’re mainly clustered around the towns and what lies between…
Best Hiking Trails in Southern California
The state of California offers some of the most exciting outdoor adventures that anyone can enjoy. You do not have to look far to find activities to fill your day with outdoor fun here! One of the most rewarding activities to do here is check out one of the many hiking trails in Southern California.…
Hiking on La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain
La Palma’s Cumbra Vieja volcano started erupting in September 2021, spewing out ash and sending out rivers of lava that engulfed more than 1000 homes. It continued for 85 days but was declared officially over on Christmas Day and 2000 evacuated residents were allowed to return home. Now all is back to normal, although there’s…
Hiking Champéry, Valais, Switzerland
Champéry is a traditional Swiss village, overlooked by the formidable Dents du Midi, and makes a cosy base for alpine hiking, whatever your level of ability. Situated at 1050m, at the foot of the Dents du Midi and the Dents Blanches, the resort of Champéry tumbles down the Val-d’Illiez in the Lower Valais. It’s managed…