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A curious ibex caught in the rising sun above Gandegghütte (Tour of Monte Rosa, Stage 2)

Escape the crowds with alternatives to popular hiking trails

Looking to escape the crowds? This month, we're focussing on alternatives to popular hiking trails. So, if you've completed some classic trails and are looking for a hidden gem, or just want a quieter trail, this page will guide you through everything you need to know. Find out more with our essential articles and take advantage of this month's discount on featured guidebooks.

Essential Articles

The Tour of Monte Rosa is a fantastic TMB alternative

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Alternative trails for popular hiking routes

There are several great alternatives to the TMB

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Five alternative hikes to the Tour du Mont Blanc

Way of St Francis

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An introduction to The Way of St Francis (Via di Francesco)

There's much to explore beyond the West Highland Way

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A new twist on the West Highland Way

Saas-Fee and Saas-Grund on the descent from Plattjen

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Tour of Monte Rosa experience: tackling the ultimate Alpine trek

Essential guidebooks

Walking the Wales Coast Path - Front Cover
Walking the Wales Coast Path

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Walking in the Dolomites - Front Cover
Walking in the Dolomites

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The Pyrenean Haute Route - Front Cover
The Pyrenean Haute Route

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The West Highland Way - Front Cover
The West Highland Way

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The Camino Portugues - Front Cover
The Camino Portugues

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Trekking the GR10 - Front Cover
Trekking the GR10

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The Chamonix Aiguilles, seen from the trail to Planpraz on Stage 10 (Photo: Kev Reynolds)
Aonach Eagach to Stob Ghabhar (Route 10)
Vittorio Emanuel II Monument in Rome (Pilgrim Churches Tour)
The sandy Porth Towyn and rugged cliffs, where a campsite and café lie inland
Fastpacking - Front Cover
Fastpacking

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Alpine Flowers - Front Cover
Alpine Flowers

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The Mountain Hut Book - Front Cover
The Mountain Hut Book

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Walking in Cyprus - Front Cover
Walking in Cyprus

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The TMB– one of the world's most renowned long-distance hiking trails

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The Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB): everything you need to know

The AV1 and AV2 in the Italian Dolomites see the most visitors

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What’s the Alta Via? Why are they numbered? Why are there two AV1 routes in Italy? I’m confused…

Madeira

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Walking on Madeira - everything you need to know

Norfolk Coast

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Explore Norfolk's Coast and the Broads with five of the best short walks

Short Walks Keswick

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Five of the best short walks in and around Keswick

Short Walks in the Scottish Borders

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Discover the Scottish Borders with five of the best short walks