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Following the Guidance of the Scallop Shell The Camino de Santiago is not a single path, but a network. Among its routes, the French Way stands as the most iconic and popular. This nearly 800-kilometre journey from the foothills of the Pyrenees to Santiago in Spain’s northwest transcends mere walking; it is an inner voyage …
Walking in the Land of Ice and Fire If you seek the most otherworldly landscapes on Earth, Iceland’s Laugavegur Trail stands as one definitive answer. This 55-kilometre route traverses from searing geothermal zones to the foot of glaciers, from vibrant rhyolite mountains to pitch-black deserts. Its extraordinary diversity and surreal beauty crown it among the …
The Call of Europe’s Summit In Russia’s Caucasus Mountains stands a white giant—Mount Elbrus. At 5,642 metres above sea level, it stands as Europe’s highest peak and features prominently on mountaineers’ bucket lists as one of the ‘Seven Summits’. Ascending Elbrus is not merely a technical climb; it is an ultimate test of willpower against …
Along Italy’s Ligurian coastline, the Cinque Terre—five dazzling pearls—are renowned for their breathtaking colours and romantic allure. Hiking here offers the most distinctive way to connect these five villages, with the most celebrated section being the ‘Path of Love’. Route Core: The Path of Love from Riomaggiore to Manarola Though Cinque Terre boasts numerous hiking …
An Epic Circumnavigation of Europe’s Crown Jewel Circumnavigating Mont Blanc is a pilgrimage for hikers worldwide. This approximately 170-kilometre circular route traverses France, Italy and Switzerland, encircling Europe’s highest peak. It transcends mere hiking, offering a grand pilgrimage encompassing the very essence of the Alps. Core Route: A 10-Day Triple-Border Trek The standard TMB hike …