Europe: what’s not to love? For Brits, it’s right on the doorstep, and you can’t beat that killer combination of world-class walking and convenience. Here are some of the best hiking holidays in Europe.
The incredible diversity of scenic splendour is draw enough – it’s hard to believe such variety is packed into such a comparatively small continent.
Europe Walking Holidays
Mont Blanc Massif
Climbing Mont BlancAlpine adventures don’t come more iconic than this. Round off your day in the outdoor hot tub at the traditional Chalet Chantel.
Country: Tick off France, Switzerland and Italy
Flight time from London: 1 hour 35 minutes
In a sentence: The best of the Tour du Mont Blanc in one week
Take me there: Mont Blanc Trips
Andalucia
Wildflowers in AndaluciaOlive and lemon groves, agricultural landscapes and pastoral traditions: Andalucia is a delight.
Country: Spain
Flight time from London: 2 hours 40 minutes
In a sentence: Gentle rolling hills and rural life
Take me there: Trips to Andalucia
The Amalfi Coast
Amalfi CoastExodus’ bestselling holiday year after the year – the numbers speak for themselves.
Country: Italy
Flight time from London: 2 hours 30 minutes
In a sentence: Sea breezes, phenomenal vistas and gelato galore
Take me there: Trips to the Amalfi Coast
Slovenia
Julian AlpsJewel-coloured lakes and fairytale forests decorate the Julian Alps, an unsung hero of the European trekking map.
Country: Slovenia
Flight time from London: 2 hours
In a sentence: Go unusual and see the Alps in a new light
Take me there: Julian Alps trips
Camino de Santiago
Camino de SantiagoFollow the scallop shell: this historic pilgrimage route will have you waxing evangelical about the beauty of northern Spain.
Country: Spain
Flight time from London: 2 hours 10 minutes
In a sentence: Cross-country in the footsteps of pilgrims
Take me there: Camino de Santiago Treks
The Lycian Way
Turkish CoastA long-distance footpath with an edge, literally: the dramatic cliffs of Turkey’s southern coast earn the Lycian Way a place on the world stage.
Country: Turkey
Flight time from London: 4 hours
In a sentence: Coastal colours in the Mediterranean sunshine
Take me there: Trips to Turkey
Chianti, Tuscany
Tuscany landscapeThere’s no better time to enjoy a glass of world-class wine than after a day discovering the vineyards on foot.
Country: Italy
Flight time from London: 2 hours
In a sentence: Become a connoisseur of both wine and walking in just one week
Take me there: Tuscany trips
Albania
Albanian countrysideLiterally, off the beaten path, underrated Albania has a folkloric feel and surprisingly beautiful mountains.
Country: Albania
Flight time from London: 2 hours 55 minutes
In a sentence: Avoid the crowds in the Albanian Alps
Take me there: Walking in Albania
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