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International Day Walking – what you need to know

Europe is packed with fantastic walks just waiting to be explored. Rough mountain walking and altitude can be encountered in destinations such as the Alps, Pyrenees, Sierra Nevada and Costa Blanca, while coastal walking opportunities, riverside walks and rolling hills also beckon you. If you prefer to stay several nights in one location, then collections of circular walks offer opportunities to really get to know a region. Here, we showcase the best day walking destinations in Europe and provide our go-to resources for planning a trip.


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