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Best hikes in the Alps

Article · 31 Jan 2024

Five of the best hikes in the Alps (that aren't the TMB)

Already walked the Tour du Mont Blanc? Or planning a trip and finding the accommodation is already fully booked? Don't worry, the Alps are packed with fantastic trekking trails...

Avenue Verte Cycling Lodon to Paris

Article · 3 Jan 2024

A trail of two cities: A cycle route from London to Paris

There are two long-distance cycle routes between London and Paris: the 'classic route' and the Avenue Verte. Cicerone author Mike Wells tells us more.

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Focus · 1 Jan 2024

The Best Winter Sunshine Destinations

Christmas is over, the New Year is here, but winter is here to stay. To help beat the blues we've compiled a list of the best winter sunshine destinations to explore if you're tempted by a last-minute adventure.

Sunset View From  Nerja Cover

Feature · 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.

Clumber Inclosure

Feature · 4 Oct 2023

History of the New Forest

The New Forest is a unique and captivating landscape of open heath and ancient woodland. Cicerone author Steve Davison explains all you need to know about the area.

Find time to stop and stare

Article · 2 Oct 2023

How to Prepare for the Walker's Haute Route

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Focus · 2 Oct 2023

Fell Walks in the Lake District

From the lofty heights of Scafell Pike, Helvellyn, and Skiddaw, to the craggy escarpments of Great Gable and the serene beauty of Cat Bells, the Lake District fells combine awe-inspiring views, pristine lakes, and lush valleys. So, whether you’re...

Fairfield

Article · 2 Oct 2023

5 Fantastic Fell Walks from Ambleside

The quaint town of Ambleside within the Lake District National Park is, amongst many things, a great base for fellwalkers. If you're travelling to Ambleside and want to explore the Lake District Fells, here are 5 of the best routes to include in...

Skiddaw massif

Article · 2 Oct 2023

5 Fantastic Fell Walks from Keswick

Keswick, a lively market town in the Lake District, sits on the northern edge of Derwentwater, and is located just 20 minutes from the M6. It’s the perfect base for fell walkers, with direct access to stunning fells like Skiddaw and Blencathra,...

Mont Saint Michel

Article · 22 Sept 2023

GR34: A Detailed History of the Brittany Coast Path

Brittany’s history is distinctive and interesting, and Walking the Brittany Coast Path author Carroll Dorgan has a story to tell for each stage of the trek. Follow along and...

Segaria ridge

Article · 19 Sept 2023

7 Reasons to Escape to the Costa Blanca in Winter

Come the end of the year, the endless rain and short, cold days start to wear us down. A quick fix is needed to get us through the UK winter and Spain has always been our go to...

Blencathra via Sharp Edge

Article · 15 Sept 2023

Sharp Edge: Blencathra Scrambling Route

Curious about scrambling Sharp Edge or Hall's Fell Ridge on Blencathra? Here's what you need to know about two of the UK's best scrambling routes.

22 Camping platform near Kia Ora Hut

Article · 11 Sept 2023

An Introduction to Tasmania’s Overland Track

Combine a dramatic landscape with a vast wilderness and intriguing history and you get one of the world’s great walks – the Overland Track. Here's an introduction to...

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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...

The Howgills, with sedbergh below

Article · 6 Sept 2023

Hidden Gem in Cumbria: 5 Rivers in a 1 Day Walk

The Cumbrian countryside to the north of Kendal is home to no less than five rivers; the Rawthey, Lune, Mint, Sprint and Kent which begin life in the high fells of the Lake...

South Downs Way

Article · 6 Sept 2023

An Introduction to The South Downs Way

Remaining within the South Downs National Park for almost its entire length, the official South Downs Way leads for 100 miles (160km) between Eastbourne and Winchester, following the northern escarpment for much of the way and rarely descending to...

An intro to... The LEJOG

Article · 6 Sept 2023

An Introduction to the LEJOG

An introduction to the End to End, otherwise known as the LEJOG or JOGLE, depending on which way you go. Whatever you choose to call it, it is an excellent way to explore some of the best bits of Britain.

Walking St Cuthberts Way

Article · 6 Sept 2023

An Introduction to St Cuthbert's Way

St Cuthbert’s Way is a long-distance trail that leads the walker through a series of beautiful, diverse and at times remote landscapes as it winds its way from the historic abbeys of the Scottish Borders, across the remote uplands of the...

The South West Coast Path

Article · 6 Sept 2023

An Introduction to The South West Coast Path

The South West Coast Path is currently the longest of Britain’s National Trails, measuring a staggering 1014km (630 miles) and is destined to become an integral part of the...

An intro to... The Cotswold Way

Article · 6 Sept 2023

An Introduction to The Cotswold Way

Have you ever wanted to walk the Cotswold Way? Here is a very quick introduction to this ideal first time trek.