One of Italy's most beautiful and diverse stretches of coast lies in Liguria, between Genoa and La Spezia: nestled between mountains and sea, surrounded by cliffs and sandy bays, traditional seaside resorts, small fishing villages, and sophisticated marinas alternate here. The highlight of the region is, of course, the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. This 6-day long-distance hike follows the route of the "Sentiero Liguria," beginning in the coastal town of Camogli on the edge of the Portofino peninsula and ending in Porto Venere near La Spezia....
The island of Gozo is probably one of the lesser-known and more exotic travel destinations. Where this island actually lies only becomes clear to many when the phrase "Malta's neighboring island" is mentioned. Geographically, Malta and Gozo lie in the Mediterranean, south of Sicily and thus on the same latitude as Tunisia. From October to May, temperatures here are generally pleasant for a hiking holiday, yet the small island state of Malta is rarely associated with hiking holidays. Malta is more known for language trips...
For many years, I've dreamed of combining two of my passions on a single vacation: hiking and wine! We've finally realized this idea and explored one of Italy's most famous wine regions on a long-distance hike: the Langhe region in Piedmont. Two of Italy's most renowned wines, Barolo and Barbaresco, are grown there. The long-distance hike takes you from Asti to Alba in six stages through the lovely hilly landscape of the Langhe, past vineyards and hazelnut plantations. As befits...
Narrow paths high above the steep coast, cliffs almost 400 meters high, views of fjords and the deep blue sea: The view of this landscape almost brings to mind Norway – were it not for the numerous vineyards, the Mediterranean climate, and the southern French way of life everywhere. How does this fit together? The answer to the riddle: We're talking about the area around Marseille, to the south of which stretches the Calanque massif. This small mountain range is characterized by its spectacular, fjord-like bays and rugged...
Italy's Amalfi Coast is one of the world's most famous cliffs, attracting travelers from all over the world with its quintessentially Italian charm! Relatively unknown, however, is the CAI-300 hiking trail of the Italian Alpine Club: In six days, this mid-altitude trail allows you to hike and admire the entire Amalfi Coast. Between Salerno in the east and Sorrento in the west lie many small villages and seaside resorts—each one more picturesque than the last. Of course, there are accommodations on the Amalfi Coast to suit every taste and almost...
A Côte d'Azur vacation with a difference: Our long-distance hike into the "Parc Naturel Régional des Préalpes d'Azur" starts right at Nice Airport. This five-day hike is both Alpine and Mediterranean! The Côte d'Azur and the southernmost part of the Prealps ("Préalpes") meet here in close proximity. Accordingly, the long-distance hike takes you from sea level to 1.778 meters. From the highest point of the hike (stage 3), weather permitting, you'll have a magnificent view of the partially snow-capped peaks of the French Alps...
The Costa Brava is considered one of the most beautiful sections of the Spanish Mediterranean coast. The entire Costa Brava can be explored on foot on the GR-92 or Camí de Ronda! On the way, wonderful bays and beaches provide pleasant refreshment. There is no shortage of beautiful and tasteful accommodations of every price range - a perfect one WandernDeluxeDestination! From the French-Spanish border in the north to Lloret de Mar, there are 10 varied day trips. Those with less time can also hike a shorter section. The most attractive...
If you're looking for a sporting challenge for your next hiking holiday, the small Canary Island of La Gomera is recommended! The GR-132 hiking trail allows you to circumnavigate the entire island on foot or with a backpack. The circular trail can be hiked year-round, making it an ideal destination even in winter. La Gomera is one of the smaller Canary Islands and largely untouched by mass tourism. Therefore, in some places, there are few accommodations, but these are often all the more authentic...
The Greek island of Corfu has many different faces: The island's diverse topography provides miles of sandy beaches and secluded pebble coves with crystal-clear waters, and the hiking trails along Corfu's many cliffs often offer truly breathtaking panoramas! Those who climb one of the many hills or mountains can enjoy unparalleled views of the nearby mountains of the Albanian mainland from almost anywhere! On the one hand, Corfu is a classic holiday destination for package tourists and offers something to suit almost every budget...
The area around Trieste is ideal for hiking: The limestone plateau of the Slovenian Karst Mountains extends to within a few hundred meters of the Italian Adriatic Sea, creating a diverse landscape of bizarre rock formations, rugged cliffs, shady deciduous forests, and meticulously tended vineyards. Inspired by the exciting crime novels by Veit Heinichen, in which Inspector Laurenti investigates in Trieste and which have made us dream of a vacation there for years, this five-day circular hike was created...
