{"id":37047,"date":"2025-08-19T14:00:11","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T12:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/niet-gecategoriseerd\/hiking-vacations-in-europe-the-most-beautiful-routes-nature-and-experiences\/"},"modified":"2026-06-25T16:25:36","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T14:25:36","slug":"hiking-vacations-in-europe-the-most-beautiful-routes-nature-and-experiences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/hiking-tours\/hiking-vacations-in-europe-the-most-beautiful-routes-nature-and-experiences\/","title":{"rendered":"Hiking Vacations in Europe: The Most Beautiful Routes, Nature, and Experiences"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Walking Vacations in Europe: The Most Beautiful Routes to Plan on Your Own or with a Local Specialist<\/strong> <\/h1>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don&#8217;t have to go far for your hiking vacation. Europe is a hiker&#8217;s paradise. From a rugged <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/category\/hiking-tours\/?filter=true&#038;category=noorwegen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Norwegian fjord<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/oostenrijk\/alpenuberquerung\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2109\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Austrian Alps<\/strong><\/a> to a sun-drenched <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/category\/hiking-tours\/?filter=true&#038;category=portugal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Portuguese coastline<\/strong><\/a>\u2014all kinds of hiking routes and difficulty levels are possible. Hiking isn\u2019t just good for your health; it\u2019s also the perfect way to truly get to know a country, step by step.     <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <strong>Nature Travel Lab<\/strong>, we discover the most beautiful hiking trails ourselves and we work together with <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/book-direct\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>local experts<\/strong><\/a> who know the nature reserves like the back of their hand. This way, you\u2019ll discover places for your hiking vacation that you won\u2019t find in standard travel guides, and you\u2019ll be contributing to sustainable tourism.   <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"789\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"21961\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_0667-1-1-789x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Packrafting - Hiking in the Eifel - View of the Valley\" class=\"wp-image-21961\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"679\" data-id=\"2580\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/DSC_0407-1024x679.jpg\" alt=\"Sant&#039;Anna in Camprena\" class=\"wp-image-2580\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/DSC_0407-1024x679.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/DSC_0407-980x650.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/DSC_0407-480x318.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"783\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"26597\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_Mieke-bankje-1-1-2-1-783x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Hiking in Drenthe - Resting Bench\" class=\"wp-image-26597\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#eeeee8\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inspiration for hiking trips and organized hiking tours with a local specialist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We describe <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/category\/hiking-tours\/\" data-type=\"category\" data-id=\"55\"><strong>hiking trips<\/strong><\/a><strong>that you can organize on your own<\/strong>, with tips on the area and accommodations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Under the category <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/book-direct\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Book direct<\/strong><\/a> you\u2019ll find <strong>organized walking tours<\/strong> organized in collaboration with local organizations. That means:   <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You <strong>book directly with the local specialist<\/strong>. Your booking is processed (with our help and assistance) directly at the destination. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You&#8217;re traveling <strong>sustainably<\/strong>; you&#8217;re supporting the local economy.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Authentic itineraries:<\/strong> Itineraries created by local guides who know their region inside and out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ll travel <strong>on your own or in a small group:<\/strong> You\u2019ll hike the route on your own or in a small group. More nature, less mass tourism.   <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you book your hiking trip through Nature Travel Lab, you\u2019re helping to restore biodiversity in the Netherlands. We\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/nederland\/samen-voor-biodiversiteit\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"23966\">a partner of Biodiversiteitsherstel Nederland.<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:28px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"24364\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/e9e39dc8-3308-45e0-8290-a4aaae95da03-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Path of the Gods - Bologna - Florence - Hikers\" class=\"wp-image-24364\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"7688\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Lago-di-Carezza-bloemen-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Carezza - Flowers\" class=\"wp-image-7688\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"994\" data-id=\"24359\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/affb98eb-0dc4-4955-a8ec-a88753acbc1a-1024x994.jpg\" alt=\"Path of the Gods - Bologna - Florence - butterfly on a pole\" class=\"wp-image-24359\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/affb98eb-0dc4-4955-a8ec-a88753acbc1a-1024x994.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/affb98eb-0dc4-4955-a8ec-a88753acbc1a-980x952.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/affb98eb-0dc4-4955-a8ec-a88753acbc1a-480x466.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hiking with Luggage Transport<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ve probably been there: after walking a few kilometers, that heavy backpack starts to weigh down on your shoulders. You feel every single gram you\u2019re carrying, especially on hot or rainy days. During my first multi-day hike with luggage transport, I found myself wondering on the very first day: <em>why didn\u2019t I do this sooner?<\/em>  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When hiking with luggage transport, you drop off your large luggage\u2014often a suitcase or large bag\u2014every morning. A transport service then takes it to your next overnight stop. You hike with just a light daypack. The result? More focus on nature, less physical strain, and still that wonderful feeling of being on the move. Check out all <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/book-direct\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"23447\"><strong>hiking trips with luggage transport<\/strong><\/a>.     <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"23891\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Foto-17-08-2022-14-28-15-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"View of the mountain lake Estany dels Barbs in the Pyrenees\" class=\"wp-image-23891\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Foto-17-08-2022-14-28-15-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Foto-17-08-2022-14-28-15-480x640.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 768px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"16668\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tempImagezDE9US-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Caminos de Pasion - Signs\" class=\"wp-image-16668\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"854\" height=\"640\" data-id=\"22180\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/O-Salnes-Espiritual-Variant-22.jpg\" alt=\"O Saln&#xE9;s, Portuguese Way &#x2013; coast &#x2013; setting sun\" class=\"wp-image-22180\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/O-Salnes-Espiritual-Variant-22.jpg 854w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/O-Salnes-Espiritual-Variant-22-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 854px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Top 5 Destinations for Your Hiking Vacation in Europe<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Italy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Aosta Valley and <\/strong><strong> Tuscany are <\/strong>popular hiking destinations in Italy. But the country has much more to offer. <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/category\/hiking-tours\/?filter=true&#038;category=italie\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/category\/wandelreizen\/?filter=true&amp;category=italie\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">All Hiking Tours in Italy<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/italie\/valle-daosta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Aosta Valley<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> dramatic mountain peaks, clear blue lakes, and perfectly marked trails.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/category\/italy\/tuscany\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Tuscany<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> rolling hills, cypress-lined avenues, and medieval villages.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recommended Hiking Vacation in Italy: <em><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/italie\/toscane\/pad-van-de-goden-wandelen\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/italie\/toscane\/pad-van-de-goden-wandelen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The Path of the Gods<\/strong><\/a><\/em> from Bologna to Florence.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"19720\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/walking-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Aosta Valley - hiking trail and snow-capped mountains\" class=\"wp-image-19720\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/walking-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/walking-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"6434\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Boerderij-met-cipressen-Val-dOrcia-min-1-scaled-1-1-1024x681.jpeg\" alt=\"Tuscany, Val d&#039;Orcia - Farmhouse with a cypress-lined driveway\" class=\"wp-image-6434\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Boerderij-met-cipressen-Val-dOrcia-min-1-scaled-1-1-980x652.jpeg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Boerderij-met-cipressen-Val-dOrcia-min-1-scaled-1-1-480x319.jpeg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"857\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"24352\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/5235c0f0-03fa-4d45-b258-b6fc57765aca-857x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Path of the Gods - Bologna - Florence - mountain views\" class=\"wp-image-24352\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Portugal: the Costa Verde, Northern Portugal<\/strong> <strong>and the Azores<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/category\/hiking-tours\/?filter=true&#038;category=portugal\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/category\/wandelreizen\/?filter=true&amp;category=portugal\"><strong>All Hiking Tours in Portugal<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a walk along the beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/northern-portugal\/o-salnes-portuguese-way-9-day-walking-tour\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/spanje\/camino-portugues\/\">Atlantic coast<\/a>\u2014both in the north and along the Rota Vicentina or Fisherman&#8217;s Trail. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In northern Portugal, you&#8217;ll find beautiful hikes in the <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/portugal\/noord-portugal\/wandelen-peneda-geres\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"22071\">Peneda-Ger\u00eas<\/a>.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/category\/portugal\/azores\/\" data-type=\"category\" data-id=\"67\">The Azores<\/a> are beautiful nature reserves for your hiking trip.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recommended hiking vacation in Portugal: the <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/portugal\/midden-portugal\/faia-brava-coa-valley\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/portugal\/midden-portugal\/faia-brava-coa-valley\/\"><strong>Faia Brava and Coa Valley<\/strong> <\/a>in Central Portugal<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"972\" height=\"648\" data-id=\"22123\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/PGW-Explore-Peneda-Geres-National-Park-41.jpg\" alt=\"Peneda-Ger&#xEA;s National Park - Avelar - Soajo - shepherd\" class=\"wp-image-22123\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/PGW-Explore-Peneda-Geres-National-Park-41.jpg 972w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/PGW-Explore-Peneda-Geres-National-Park-41-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 972px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"22319\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/PGW-Atlantic-route-Walking-tour-58-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Costa Verder, Portugal - Wooden Walking Trails\" class=\"wp-image-22319\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/PGW-Atlantic-route-Walking-tour-58-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/PGW-Atlantic-route-Walking-tour-58-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"21082\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_3245-576x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Reserva Faia Brava - Anna - Vulture Observation Post\" class=\"wp-image-21082\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Spain: the Spanish Pyrenees<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spain&#8217;s diverse climate and landscape offer something beautiful to enjoy in every season.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/category\/hiking-tours\/?filter=true&#038;category=spanje\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/category\/wandelreizen\/?filter=true&amp;category=spanje\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">All Hiking Tours in Spain<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/spanje\/pyreneeen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Spanish Pyrenees<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> challenging mountain trails and remote mountain villages.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recommended hiking vacation in Spain: <em><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/northern-portugal\/o-salnes-portuguese-way-9-day-walking-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>O Saln\u00e9s, Camino Portugu\u00e9s<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> <\/em>the spiritual route of the Camino Portugu\u00e9s to Santiago de Compostela.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"23891\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Foto-17-08-2022-14-28-15-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"View of the mountain lake Estany dels Barbs in the Pyrenees\" class=\"wp-image-23891\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Foto-17-08-2022-14-28-15-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Foto-17-08-2022-14-28-15-480x640.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 768px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"17212\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Foto-119-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Hiking in the Spanish Pyrenees - marmot\" class=\"wp-image-17212\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Foto-119-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Foto-119-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"25940\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/guillermo-bresciano-zbKZasPHH0Q-unsplash-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Cami de Ronda - Bay\" class=\"wp-image-25940\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Slovenia<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Slovenia is a surprisingly diverse hiking paradise, stretching from the Adriatic Alps to Lake Bovinj and Ljubljana.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/category\/hiking-tours\/?filter=true&#038;category=slovenie\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/category\/wandelreizen\/?filter=true&amp;category=slovenie\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>All Hiking Tours in Slovenia<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recommended hiking vacation in Slovenia: <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/slovenie\/wandelen-slovenie\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/slovenie\/wandelen-slovenie\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>8-Day Highlights of Slovenia<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9057\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/IMG_2921-1-1-576x1024.jpg\" alt=\"More from Bled - Slovenia - wooden boats\" class=\"wp-image-9057\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9392\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/IMG_9079-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Socar River - Slovenia\" class=\"wp-image-9392\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"705\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9040\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/b39c47da-525b-4274-9873-904f7c83343c-705x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Slovenia - mountain lake - reflection\" class=\"wp-image-9040\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Norway  <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fjords, glaciers, mountain plateaus, and vast forests in Norway. The perfect destination for your hiking vacation. <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/category\/hiking-tours\/?filter=true&#038;category=noorwegen\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/category\/wandelreizen\/?filter=true&amp;category=noorwegen\"><strong>All Hiking Tours in Norway<\/strong><\/a> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"19535\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_0635-576x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Western Norway - Large Waterfall with Madelon\" class=\"wp-image-19535\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"8944\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/puffin-3661346_1920-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Puffin - Norway - Runde\" class=\"wp-image-8944\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/puffin-3661346_1920-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/puffin-3661346_1920-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"27123\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Foto-02-10-2025-16-56-08-kopie-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A group of hikers on Preikestolen in Norway\" class=\"wp-image-27123\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"veilig-wandelen\">Staying Safe on a Hiking Vacation: 5 Essential Tips  <\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you&#8217;re going on a multi-day hiking trip in the Alps or a day hike along the Dutch coast, safety comes first.  <\/p>\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Know your route:<\/strong> Download your route offline or bring a paper map with you.  <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Check the weather:<\/strong> Weather conditions in the mountains can change quickly. Use apps like Weeronline or <a href=\"https:\/\/nl.bergfex.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/nl.bergfex.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bergfex<\/a>. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Walk at your own pace:<\/strong> Listen to your body, not your watch.  <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Let someone know where you are:<\/strong> This is especially important when hiking alone.  <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stay on marked trails:<\/strong> It protects both you and nature.  <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"24381\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_1202-576x1024.jpg\" alt=\"hiking clothing - bymarka trondheim\" class=\"wp-image-24381\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"11866\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/IMG_2920-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Drentsche Aa - Cabiner - Hiking Shoes\" class=\"wp-image-11866\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"951\" height=\"713\" data-id=\"6472\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Valle-Brembana-wandeling-bergen.jpeg\" alt=\"Valle Brembana - hike mountains\" class=\"wp-image-6472\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Valle-Brembana-wandeling-bergen.jpeg 951w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Valle-Brembana-wandeling-bergen-480x360.jpeg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 951px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Packing List for a Multi-Day Hiking Vacation in Europe<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hiking Clothing<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Breathable T-shirt (quick-drying)  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hiking pants or zip-off pants  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fleece or thin sweater  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water- and windproof jacket<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Merino wool hiking socks  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A hat or other head covering to protect against the sun<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poncho<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hiking Gear<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sturdy hiking boots (broken in!)  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20-30-liter backpack  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reusable water bottle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First Aid Kit  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunscreen and Sunglasses  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insulated Blanket<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Extras<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hiking poles (especially in hilly terrain)  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Power Bank for Your Cell Phone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Of course, use your cell phone or camera to capture the best moments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A packed lunch and snacks (nuts, energy bars) in case you can&#8217;t find a restaurant along the way<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Book Your Hiking Trip Directly  <\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Would you like to let someone else handle your accommodations, itineraries, and, if needed, luggage transport? By booking through the category <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/book-direct\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Book direct<\/strong><\/a> , you\u2019re consciously choosing small-scale, sustainable, and local organizations. They know the best routes and stay up to date. You\u2019ll have support in case of an emergency, and what\u2019s more, the majority of your travel expenses will stay in the region itself.     <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"7212\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Hikers-inn-Georgie-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"Hikers Inn - Georgie - River\" class=\"wp-image-7212\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Hikers-inn-Georgie-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Hikers-inn-Georgie-480x640.jpeg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 768px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"29388\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Poros-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Poros - island - Peloponnese\" class=\"wp-image-29388\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"2228\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Stempelpost-boven-op-de-Alpen-Zillertal-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2228\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 Unforgettable Hiking Vacations in Europe  <\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. The Mountains of Georgia<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Combine centuries-old villages with rugged mountain landscapes. <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/category\/georgie\/\" data-type=\"category\" data-id=\"64\">Georgia<\/a> is a paradise for adventurous hikers.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. The Alpine crossing from southern Germany through Austria to northern Italy<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A beautiful, varied hiking route through three countries. The <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/oostenrijk\/alpenuberquerung\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2109\">Alpen\u00fcberquerung<\/a> is my favorite, especially with luggage transport. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. The Peloponnese in Greece<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out the hiking trips and <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/category\/peloponnese\/\" data-type=\"category\" data-id=\"141\">hiking tours in the Peloponnese<\/a> with our local specialist.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical Travel Tips for Sustainable Hiking in Europe<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Always bring some cash with you for small local expenses.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you can, travel outside of peak season: in the spring and fall, it\u2019s much quieter and prices are lower.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t forget your camera or phone: the best moments often happen when you least expect them. Feel free to tag us. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose reusable water bottles and zero-waste snacks to reduce waste.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The most beautiful hiking vacations in Europe. 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