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Article · 7 Nov 2023

The mountains of Nerja in southern Spain

Above the holiday towns of Nerja and Vélez-Málaga on the Costa del Sol lies the mountainous National Park of the Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama.

Article · 11 Sept 2023

An introduction to the Adlerweg (Eagle's Way)

Austria has alot to offer walkers and trekkers - it's a mountainous country comprising of peaks and valleys of the eastern Alps. The Adlerweg, or Eagle's Way, runs from St Johann...

Article · 5 Sept 2023

What is a GR route?

Grande Randonnée (French), Grote Routepaden or Lange-afstand-wandelpaden (Dutch), Grande Rota (Portuguese) or Gran Recorrido (Spanish)... Put simply, the GR routes are an immense network of long distance walking routes in France, Spain, Germany,...

The fertile plain between La Sierra de las Nieves and Ronda (Day 12)

Article · 1 Sept 2023

An Introduction to the Andalucían Coast to Coast Walk

Find out more about this 21-day coast to coast trail across Andalucía. It was twenty years in the making and is a true adventure through incredible landscapes. Find out more...

Article · 1 Sept 2023

An introduction to the GR7 Route in Andalucía

When Spain and long-distance treks come to mind, the thoughts of many walkers will invariably turn to the Camino and the network of paths leading to Santiago de Compostela. The...

Article · 30 Aug 2023

The Picos de Europa: what you need to know

The Pyrenees, the Sierra Nevada, the Guadarrama to the north of Madrid… the list of mountain ranges in Spain is as extensive as the country itself. But in the minds of many, the...

Focus · 4 Aug 2023

Monthly Focus: Rota Vicentina

Starting well to the south of Lisbon, the long-distance Rota Vicentina links the rural town of Santiago do Cacém with Cabo de São Vicente, the southwesternmost extremity of Portugal that juts out into the vast Atlantic Ocean, the last bit of dry...

The boardwalk leading towards Porto Covo

Article · 26 Jul 2023

An introduction to the Rota Vicentina

If you have a penchant for dramatic cliffs and awesome ocean scenery with secluded sandy bays, are fascinated by gangly storks nesting on sea stacks, are able to walk around 20km per day, appreciate fresh fish and charming guesthouses and hostels…...

Article · 26 Jul 2023

An Introduction to the Camino Portugués (Portuguese Way)

Starting in Portugal’s capital, Lisbon, and ending in Santiago de Compostela in Spain, the 620km Portuguese Camino – ‘Caminho Português’ in Portuguese and ‘Camino...

Feature · 26 Jul 2023

Camino Portugués – Should You Walk the Central or Coastal Camino from Porto?

Offering stunning views and an abundance of historical sites, it can be hard to choose between the Central and Coastal Camino. Fortunately, link routes mean you can combine the...

The north face of Vignemale from Ouletes de Gaube Stages 18 and 19

Article · 30 Jun 2023

The GR10: Everything You Need To Know

The Pyrenees, the mountain chain which forms the border between France and Spain, stretch over 400km from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea, and at Pico Aneto (entirely within Spain) they reach their highest point at an ice-frosted 3404m...

Feature · 1 Jun 2023

Guy Hunter Watts: A tribute

Guy Hunter Watts, lover of Andalusia and author of 5 Cicerone guides to the region, died in early May, aged 64.

Pic du Midi d'Ossau over Lac Gentau from Refuge d’Ayous

Feature · 11 May 2023

Hiking in the Pyrenees: 7 treks under 2 weeks

The Pyrenees, bordering France and Spain and rising over 3000m, stretch over 400km from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean and offer a diverse range of walking experiences. The...

Article · 3 May 2023

Alpine Pass Route Via Alpina 1

Swiss Via Alpina 1 (VA1) formally the Alpine Pass Route (APR) – is a hiking trail of over 350km across Switzerland, crossing high mountain passes through the eastern Alps, the Bernese Oberland and the Vaudoise on the northern side of the main...

The Kungsleden Trail is renowned for its breathtaking Arctic landscapes

Article · 14 Apr 2023

An introduction to the Kungsleden Trail

The Kungsleden is as varied as the vast Arctic wilderness, traversing snow-topped mountain ranges, expansive open fell, verdant forests and crossing lakes both large and small. Lying mostly within the Arctic Circle, the 460km route can be walked in...

Article · 15 Feb 2023

Skills session - using a compass

Cicerone author and navigation expert Pete Hawkins shares his knowledge and experience on how to successfully and safely navigate at home and abroad. The compass. A humble instrument that is probably in the rucksack of most outdoor adventurers, from...

Article · 15 Feb 2023

Skills sessions – using a map

Cicerone author and navigation expert Pete Hawkins shares his knowledge and experience on how to successfully and safely navigate at home and abroad. It goes without saying, doesn’t it, that whenever you go out for a walk, ride or run, you take a...

Article · 21 Jan 2023

Walking in Catalunya

Nike and Jacint spent some amazing weeks in Catalunya while researching for their Walking in Catalunya-Barcelona guidebook. They found diverse landscape with myriad trails and stunning views.

Article · 26 Nov 2022

Trekking the GR11: my journey through the Spanish Pyrenees

Sam McGrady gives an honest account of crossing the Pyrenees on foot during June/July 2022, covering the why, when, what and how. She also gives some practical and useful tips for...

Feature · 7 Nov 2022

Trekking from Munich to Venice: Der Traumpfad

Der Traumpfad is a must-do trek for walkers looking for an epic trans-alpine adventure between Munich and Venice, combining challenging terrain, spectacular scenery and culture.