The two tour operators frame the collaboration around a shared mission of “exploring the world and leaving it better than they found it”. That mindset is at the heart of the itineraries, which are designed to pique travellers’ interest and curiosity and help them gain a deeper understanding of the places they visit.

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It is an ambitious programme, one that only companies with such complementary expertise, and years in the field to back it up, could pull off: science and storytelling for National Geographic, and community-rooted tourism for G Adventures.

Twenty-four of the new or updated itineraries are new National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures, while six are updated National Geographic Family Journeys with G Adventures.

The trips span the globe and encompass a wide range of experiences, including city breaks, nature retreats, culture-steeped itineraries, and wildlife encounters. Destinations include the Galápagos Islands, the Amazon rainforest, the vineyards of France, and the Christmas markets of Central Europe.

Among the most anticipated new journeys is the eight-day Wildlife of the Galápagos Islands itinerary, which focuses on the archipelago’s extraordinary wildlife. Travellers will meet conservationists working to protect the islands, spend time with researchers at the Charles Darwin Research Station, and go on a boat excursion with a naturalist.

Other highlights include visiting an organic farm to learn about local crops and snorkelling off the shores of an uninhabited island.

For families, the nine-day Peru Family Journey could become a winner. The Amazon & Machu Picchu, open to children aged seven and over, combines rainforest wildlife with Inca history. Activities include exploring Machu Picchu with a local guide before heading out into the Amazon at night to spot nocturnal creatures or observe the southern sky through telescopes at the Cusco Planetarium.

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Exotic, however, does not necessarily mean far from home. A special journey has been designed for the Christmas season, taking travellers from Prague to Budapest with stops in Český Krumlov and Bratislava, as well as a day trip to Vienna. Highlights include a Czech cooking class, a Danube dinner cruise and a chocolate-making workshop. Glühwein is generously provided throughout the journey, which should be enough to convince the unconvinced.

For those who want the Wein without the Glüh, another eight-day tour of the Loire Valley and Bordeaux might be just the thing. Travellers will visit France’s most famous castles, including Chenonceau. A local historian will be on hand to guide visitors as they make their way through the castle, sharing its rich history and, hopefully, some of the lesser-known tales that have been passed down over the years. 

The trip is punctuated by wine tastings that ground the trip in place, In vino veritas, after all, as travellers make their way from the banks of the Cher to the ancient catacombs of Saint-Émilion, discovering the region’s grapes, and its people, along the way.

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Asia gets its share of adventure, too. The 12-day Southeast Asia Family Journey whisks families from Hanoi to Siem Reap, through Vietnam and Cambodia.

Children and adults alike can cruise through Ha Long Bay, learn how to cook Vietnamese food, try their hand at making authentic noodles and even pick up some circus skills in Cambodia during a workshop with Phare, the Cambodian Circus.

There is quite a lot of cooking involved, but food is, after all, a universally recognised way of bringing people together across cultures and generations.

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The Westmorland and Furness Way will launch on 15 September, creating a six-stage long-distance route from Alston, England’s highest market town, to the medieval ruins of Furness Abbey in Cumbria. The launch will take place as part of the Sedbergh Walking and Wellbeing Festival, which runs from 14 to 20 September.

Developed by Westmorland and Furness Council, the route uses existing trails wherever possible and crosses a varied mix of landscapes. Walkers will pass through the North Pennines National Landscape, the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Lake District National Park before continuing towards Morecambe Bay and the Furness coast.

The 193 km (120-mile) trail has been divided into six sections, allowing walkers to tackle individual stretches as day walks or weekend trips, or complete the entire route over a longer walking holiday. The full journey is expected to take between 8 and 17 days.

The first section, from Alston to Milburn, covers 26 km (16 miles) and is estimated to take one to two days. From there, walkers follow the Eden to Kirkby Stephen over 37 km (23 miles), before continuing through the Yorkshire Dales and Howgills to Sedbergh.

The longest section is the 43 km (27-mile) stretch from Sedbergh to Bowness, which takes walkers towards the Lake District and the shores of Windermere. The route then continues from Bowness to Ulverston before finishing with a 27 km (17-mile) section from Ulverston to Furness Abbey.

Along the way, the trail features high fells, open moorland, rolling countryside, rivers, woodlands and coastal landscapes. It also highlights the area’s cultural and industrial heritage, including mining, mills and boat building. New signage and interpretation boards will be installed along the route.

The idea for the route originally came from local walker and guidebook writer David Pitt, with the council subsequently developing the signed trail.

“We are incredibly proud to have developed the spectacular Westmorland and Furness Way, designed to connect both visitors and local communities with our rich heritage, nature and diverse landscapes. “This new walking route will celebrate our stunning area and make it even more accessible, creating a connected path from Alston all the way to Furness Abbey,” said Councillor Adrian Waite, Westmorland and Furness Council’s Cabinet member for Environmental Services and Transport.

A ‘Walker’s Passport’ scheme will also be introduced, with designated stamping points at participating venues along the route. Westmorland and Furness Council says the scheme is intended to support local businesses and charities while marking walkers’ progress.

“As well as being an excellent way to exercise and keep fit and healthy, the route will also provide opportunities for regenerative tourism and economic boosts for communities along the route, with walkers looking for places to eat, drink and sleep as they navigate their journey,’’ the Council highlights in the press release.

With its official launch approaching, the Westmorland and Furness Way will add a new long-distance option for walkers looking to explore the varied landscapes of Cumbria and northern England on foot.

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At more than 500 metres above sea level, the Domaine de Bérizenne and neighbouring Fagne de Malchamps reveal another side of the region. Peat bogs, wet and dry heathlands, acidic marshes and forests replace the architecture of the thermal town below, while water remains almost as important here as it is in Spa itself.

I explored the area with guide Philippe Calonne, starting from the Domaine de Bérizenne before heading into the Fagne de Malchamps. The protected area covers around 365 hectares and forms part of the Natura 2000 network. Despite its relatively compact size, it contains an unusually diverse collection of habitats, including peatlands, wet heath, dry heath and acidic forests, supporting plants and wildlife that are increasingly difficult to find elsewhere. 

What makes the excursion particularly attractive for visitors to Spa is its proximity. The town sits at a little over 300 metres above sea level, while within just four kilometres the landscape climbs by almost 200 metres to the plateau. 

It is close enough for a morning excursion, yet sufficiently different to feel like another destination.

A landscape built centimetre by centimetre

The word fagne itself gives a clue to the landscape underfoot. These are wet, marshy environments, and the Fagne de Malchamps has developed on highly acidic soils where conventional agriculture was historically difficult.

Its name, Malchamps, literally evokes a “bad field”, an appropriate description of land that proved poorly suited to intensive cultivation. What was once a disadvantage has ultimately helped preserve an ecosystem that is now extremely valuable.

As we walked, the landscape changed constantly. Open heathland gave way to patches of forest, boggy ground and expanses of heather. Philippe pointed out blueberries, sedges, birches and different varieties of heather, as well as the habitats of carnivorous sundews, small plants that compensate for the nutrient-poor soil by trapping insects.

At one point, he bent down and picked up what looked, at first sight, like an unremarkable handful of bright green moss.

“This is sphagnum,” he explained, holding it up against the surrounding fagne.

Unlike most plants, sphagnum has no roots or vascular system. It thrives in this wet environment and grows extraordinarily slowly, Philippe explained, at a maximum of around one centimetre per year. When it dies, rather than decomposing completely, it accumulates beneath new growth. Layer after layer, over very long periods of time, this process creates peat. 

It is difficult to reconcile something so small and delicate in your hand with the enormous ecological role it plays. Sphagnum helps retain water and creates the acidic conditions characteristic of the fagne, while peatlands are also important carbon stores.

And here, that handful of moss is part of an even bigger story.

Protecting the landscape means protecting Spa’s water

The Domaine de Bérizenne belongs to Spadel, the Belgian family-owned group behind Spa mineral water. Philippe explained that the company acquired the estate in 1972 for a very particular reason: to protect the water.

“It’s simply to make sure that the water they collect for bottling remains pure,” he explained during our walk. Preventing potentially polluting industrial activity in and around the catchment area is therefore essential to safeguarding the resource. 

This protection goes far beyond the 365 hectares of the Fagne de Malchamps. The protected Spa aquifer area has expanded over generations and today covers 13,177 hectares, making it one of the largest areas of its kind in Europe. Agriculture and industry are prohibited in the protected catchment zone, as is the use of pesticides, fertilisers and chemical soil improvers. 

Walking across the fagne makes the reason for that protection much easier to understand.

Rain falling on the plateau does not simply run immediately into streams. Water moves slowly through layers of vegetation, peat and soil. Sphagnum plays an important role in this environment, while beneath the peat lie geological layers including clay and ancient rock.

Philippe described how some of that rainwater is naturally filtered through the upper layers before eventually re-emerging at springs with very low mineralisation. Other water penetrates much deeper through geological faults, interacting with mineral-rich layers before returning towards the surface. That deeper journey produces the more heavily mineralised and naturally carbonated waters associated with springs such as Marie-Henriette. 

The connection between the wild landscape above and Spa’s famous waters below suddenly becomes tangible. Protecting this landscape is not separate from protecting the water. It is part of the same process.

Three ways to discover the fagne

You do not need to be an experienced hiker to explore the Fagne de Malchamps. At the Maison de la Nature, a large map presents three marked walks starting from the Domaine de Bérizenne, allowing visitors to choose according to how much time and energy they have.

The easiest is SPA 15 – Les Caillebotis de Malchamps, a 4.1-km route indicated as taking around one hour. That is the route I chose. Walking with Philippe and stopping regularly to understand the plants, peat, geology and history around us extended the experience to approximately an hour and a half.

For those wanting to go further, SPA 11 – Petite boucle de Malchamps covers 5.1 km and takes approximately 1h15, while SPA 17 – La Fagne de Malchamps par la Vecquée extends to 9.5 km and around 2h30. All three are currently listed as open by the Domaine de Bérizenne. 

The routes also make it possible to explore this fragile environment without walking directly across the peatland. Boardwalks and designated paths cross sections where the ground can be extremely wet and unstable, while keeping visitors away from sensitive vegetation. The boardwalk sections are not accessible to wheelchairs or pushchairs. 

For me, the advantage of taking a guide quickly became obvious. A 4.1-km walk becomes something entirely different when someone can explain why the ground beneath your feet is acidic, pick up sphagnum and show you how peat begins, identify the heather or point out a carnivorous plant that you would otherwise walk straight past.

Climbing above the fagne

One of the highlights of the Domaine de Bérizenne is its wooden observation tower. Built in the 1990s from larch, the structure rises 22 metres above the landscape and requires 88 steps to reach the top. It is worth the climb.

From above, the fragmented landscape seen at ground level suddenly comes together. Heathland stretches towards the forests; wetlands interrupt the vegetation and, on a clear day, the horizon continues eastwards towards the wider Hautes Fagnes and eventually Germany.

The tower also makes the vulnerability of the landscape easier to understand. What looks like an expanse of hardy vegetation is dependent on a delicate balance of water, temperature and soil conditions.

Philippe has been guiding in the area for more than ten years, long enough to notice the changes himself. “In recent years, I have noticed considerable drought,” he told me, explaining its impact on the peatlands, ponds, fauna and flora. During our walk, one small pond that he would normally expect to contain water was completely dry. 

After the fires, a territory that still needs visitors

That vulnerability acquired a much more dramatic dimension this summer.

The devastating wildfires in the Hautes Fagnes provided a stark reminder that landscapes associated with water and wetlands can become extraordinarily combustible after prolonged periods of heat and drought. Peat is particularly problematic because fire can continue beneath the surface, making it extremely difficult to extinguish.

The ecological consequences extend far beyond the vegetation visible above ground. Peat accumulates extraordinarily slowly, while rare plants and wildlife depend on habitats that cannot simply be recreated once destroyed.

But the fires should not give travellers the impression that the wider region is inaccessible or that nature tourism around Spa should be avoided. The Fagne de Malchamps is a reminder that there are still extraordinary landscapes to discover, provided visitors respect restrictions, remain on designated paths and follow local guidance.

Continuing to visit responsibly can also help the territory recover. Spa and its surrounding communities depend on tourism, and supporting local guides, accommodation, restaurants and visitor attractions matters particularly after an environmental disaster has placed the region in the headlines for all the wrong reasons.

The answer is not to stay away, but to visit responsibly.

More than a hike

Back at the Domaine de Bérizenne, the experience does not necessarily end with the walk. The Musée de la Forêt et des Eaux explores the forests, water and ecosystems of the region, while the site also serves as an educational centre for schools and families. 

There are traces of human history across the landscape too. An old route crossing the fagne follows the path of an ancient Roman road, later used during the Middle Ages to connect territories under the influence of the Prince-Bishops of Liège. Elsewhere, an old elm linked to the history of the Bérizenne estate has survived for centuries, while the remains of a Second World War aircraft crash add another, darker layer to the walk.

Yet what stayed with me most was not a historical monument or even the panoramic view. Towards the end of our walk, surrounded by heather and the open landscape of the plateau, Philippe summed up his attachment to the place very simply: “When I come here, I am happy.” It is easy to understand why.

Just a few kilometres away, Spa is defined by the water that emerges from its springs, fills its thermal baths and leaves the town in millions of familiar bottles. Up here, at the Fagne de Malchamps, you begin to understand the landscape behind that water: the rain, moss, peat, rock and decades-long underground journey that precedes what eventually reaches the surface.

A hike that began as a 4.1-km walk through one of Wallonia’s most unusual natural landscapes ended up explaining another side of Spa altogether.

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Europe’s 10 most scenic island road trips

Tenerife ranks first among Europe’s most scenic island road trips thanks to its volcanic landscapes and impressive elevation. The Canary Island reaches 3,715 metres at Mount Teide, Spain’s highest peak, offering views over lava fields, forests and the Atlantic Ocean. A drive through Mount Teide National Park reveals how quickly the scenery changes, from rocky volcanic terrain to green mountain slopes. Historic towns such as Garachico add cultural highlights along the route.

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Gran Canaria takes second place with a mix of volcanic mountains, beaches and traditional villages. The island’s varied terrain means that a single road trip can include coastal views, desert-like dunes and mountain landscapes. The route towards Roque Nublo is one of the highlights, offering wide views over the interior. Beyond the popular resorts, quieter roads reveal local communities and a different side of the island.

Madeira completes the top three thanks to its dramatic cliffs, green valleys and volcanic origins. The Portuguese island’s roads often run along steep slopes above the Atlantic Ocean, creating viewpoints throughout the journey. A full island circuit can be completed in around six hours, allowing travellers to experience many of its highlights. Hiking routes, natural pools and the island’s famous forests make Madeira a diverse road trip destination.

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La Palma stands out for its combination of volcanic scenery, forests and mountain views. Known as “La Isla Bonita”, the island reaches 2,426 metres at Roque de los Muchachos, providing panoramic views across the Atlantic. Drivers can explore Caldera de Taburiente National Park, discover volcanic landscapes and pass through small villages surrounded by nature. Its dramatic scenery makes it one of the Canary Islands’ most rewarding destinations by car.

Mallorca ranks fifth thanks to its mountain roads, historic towns and Mediterranean coastline. Although it is one of Europe’s most visited islands, travelling beyond the main resorts reveals a quieter atmosphere. The Serra de Tramuntana mountain range offers some of the island’s most scenic routes, with winding roads overlooking valleys and the sea. Villages such as Valldemossa and Deià add cultural charm to the journey.

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Corsica offers one of Europe’s most adventurous island drives, combining mountain scenery with Mediterranean coastlines. The French island reaches 2,706 metres at Monte Cinto, creating a landscape where alpine environments meet turquoise waters. Roads pass through forests, valleys and small villages, offering a strong sense of exploration. The combination of rugged nature and traditional culture makes Corsica particularly attractive for road trippers.

The Isle of Skye offers one of Europe’s most distinctive island drives, where dramatic scenery appears around every corner. Located off Scotland’s northwest coast, the island combines mountains, sea cliffs, waterfalls and small coastal villages. Natural landmarks such as the Fairy Pools and the Quiraing highlight the variety of views travellers can discover along the roads. Skye’s appeal comes from its wild atmosphere and ancient geological formations.

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Crete combines ancient history with varied scenery, making it one of Greece’s best islands for a road trip. The island reaches 2,456 metres at Mount Ida, creating routes that move between mountains, beaches and traditional villages. Travellers can discover archaeological sites such as the Palace of Knossos while also exploring natural areas including the Samaria Gorge. Crete offers a balance between culture, nature and local traditions.

Rhodes provides a road trip experience where history and nature come together. The Greek island is known for its medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but its interior also offers forests, villages and mountain roads. Routes across the island connect archaeological sites, beaches and quieter communities. This variety makes Rhodes more than just a traditional sun and sea destination.

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La Gomera completes the scenic top ten with a landscape shaped by mountains, ravines and ancient forests. The Canary Island’s roads pass through Garajonay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site protecting one of Europe’s best examples of laurel forests. Travellers can discover traditional villages, dramatic viewpoints and winding mountain routes. Its smaller size creates a road trip experience focused on nature and discovery.

Europe’s 10 best secluded island road trips

El Hierro ranks first among Europe’s most secluded island road trips thanks to its peaceful atmosphere and untouched surroundings. Located in the western Canary Islands, it receives far fewer visitors than Tenerife or Gran Canaria. Volcanic landscapes, natural pools and remote viewpoints make it ideal for travellers looking to slow down. The island’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status reflects its focus on protecting its unique environment.

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Lesbos offers a quieter alternative to Greece’s better-known islands, with enough space to explore without large crowds. Its roads connect olive groves, mountain villages and coastal areas, creating varied routes across the island. Travellers can discover historic sites such as Molyvos Castle, relax at natural hot springs or explore the Petrified Forest. Its combination of culture and nature makes Lesbos well suited for a peaceful road trip.

Samos combines mythology, forests and beaches while maintaining a more relaxed atmosphere than many Greek islands. Located in the eastern Aegean Sea, it offers routes through green landscapes, traditional villages and coastal areas. Visitors can explore the ancient Heraion sanctuary, discover waterfalls and enjoy quieter beaches. Lower visitor numbers allow travellers to experience the island at a slower pace.

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La Gomera’s secluded character comes from its quieter atmosphere compared with neighbouring Canary Islands. While Tenerife attracts millions of visitors, La Gomera offers a slower experience with small villages, traditional agriculture and peaceful roads. The island’s routes lead to hidden viewpoints and remote corners where travellers can enjoy nature without large crowds. Its appeal lies in the feeling of discovering a lesser-known destination.

Gotland, Sweden’s largest island, combines peaceful roads with medieval history and Baltic scenery. The island is home to Visby, a UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounded by a well-preserved medieval wall. Beyond the historic centre, travellers can explore rocky coastlines, countryside roads and unusual rock formations. Its relaxed pace makes it a strong choice for those looking for a quieter European escape.

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Korčula provides a more peaceful alternative to Croatia’s busiest coastal destinations. Roads cross vineyards, forests and small villages before reaching beaches and viewpoints along the Adriatic coast. The medieval streets of Korčula Town add cultural interest to the journey. The island’s combination of nature, tradition and manageable distances makes it ideal for relaxed exploration.

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The Faroe Islands offer one of Europe’s most remote and dramatic road trip experiences. The Danish archipelago consists of 18 volcanic islands connected by tunnels, bridges and ferries. Steep cliffs, green mountains and small villages create a unique setting that feels far removed from busy tourist destinations. Changing weather conditions add to the adventure and constantly transform the scenery.

Brač is another Croatian island where travellers can enjoy quieter roads and natural beauty. Known for its clear waters and traditional stone villages, the island offers a mix of coastal scenery and inland routes. Zlatni Rat beach near Bol is its most famous attraction, while the mountains and countryside provide a different perspective. Its compact size makes it easy to explore at a relaxed pace.

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Ultimately, Europe’s best island road trips are not necessarily about covering the greatest distance. From the volcanic roads of the Canary Islands to the rugged landscapes of Scotland and the quieter shores of the Mediterranean and Baltic, travelling by car offers the freedom to explore beyond the usual tourist centres.

The fact that islands such as La Gomera, La Palma and the Isle of Skye feature among both the most scenic and most secluded destinations also suggests that travellers do not always have to choose between spectacular landscapes and escaping the crowds. Sometimes, both can be found along the same road.

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The Wolf Trail runs through Poland, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Italy and Slovenia, combining existing European long-distance paths into one continuous route. Designed by outdoor brand Jack Wolfskin, the trail is aimed at both experienced thru-hikers and travellers looking to complete individual sections.

@jackwolfskin Wolf Trail Europe's newest thru-hiking trail | 3493 km ~ 2170 miles | 4-6 months | info   The Wolf Trail is a new thru-hike that goes coast-to-coast from northern Poland to Trieste on the Adriatic Sea in Italy. It stitches together existing premier routes including the E9 (Coastal Path), E1, Nord–Süd Route, and the Via Alpina into one seamless odyssey. It crosses six countries through forests, countryside, mountains, and the Mediterranean. We're very stoked to launch this new thru-hiking trail   If you don't have the time to hike the full Wolf Trail, no worries, you can also very easily section-hike it   All stages   1⃣ Baltic Start, 428 km | 266 mi
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3⃣ The Green Heart, 487 km | 302 mi
4⃣ Forests & Wine, 583 km | 362 mi
5⃣ High Watch, 581 km | 361 mi
6⃣ Alpine Gateway, 394 km | 245 mi
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Covering approximately 3,493 kilometres, the full route involves around 78,400 metres of elevation gain, roughly equivalent to climbing Mount Everest nine times from sea level. Completing the entire trail is expected to take between four and six months.

The journey begins in Hel, on Poland’s Baltic coast, with a 430-kilometre section to Świnoujście. Hikers pass sandy beaches, coastal forests and landscapes including Słowiński National Park before continuing westwards into Germany.

From Baltic beaches to Alpine passes

The route becomes progressively more demanding as it heads south. After crossing the plains and forests of northern Germany, hikers encounter the Lüneburg Heath, Rothaar Mountains and Palatinate wine region before reaching the Black Forest and Lake Constance.

From there, the Wolf Trail enters Alpine terrain, passing through the Allgäu Alps before continuing towards some of the most dramatic landscapes of the journey. The final 558-kilometre section between Oberstdorf and Trieste crosses the Dolomites and Julian Alps, with mountain passes reaching between 2,500 and 3,000 metres.

Among the highlights are the UNESCO-listed Dolomites and Triglav National Park. The route eventually descends towards Trieste, where the journey finishes on the Adriatic coast.

Rather than creating thousands of kilometres of entirely new paths, the Wolf Trail connects established routes, including sections of the E1 and E9 European long-distance paths and the Via Alpina.

The complete journey has been divided into seven sections ranging from 373 to 573 kilometres. They can be tackled independently, allowing hikers without four to six months available to experience parts of the route over several weeks. Numerous access points also make shorter hikes possible.

Accommodation instead of wild camping

One of the challenges of creating a continuous route across Europe is the variation in camping regulations between countries and regions. Instead of relying on wild camping, the Wolf Trail has been planned around existing infrastructure, with hikers able to use approved trekking camps, mountain huts and accommodation in towns and villages along the way.

This also fits the concept of thru-hiking, where travellers follow a long, continuous route while regularly stopping in communities to obtain food and other supplies.

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Canadian long-distance backpacker Lauren Roerick has tested the route to assess its practicality and navigation. However, anyone attempting the complete journey will still need to plan carefully around the seasons.

The northern sections provide a relatively gentle introduction, but conditions become considerably more demanding towards the Alps. Given the duration of the full hike, timing is particularly important, with Alpine sections potentially exposed to severe weather and snow between autumn and early spring.

Beyond the physical challenge, the route offers a slow-travel journey through contrasting European landscapes and cultures, from Baltic fishing communities and German wine regions to Alpine villages and the multicultural port city of Trieste.

L’article New 3,500 km Wolf Trail takes hikers across six European countries est apparu en premier sur Travel Tomorrow.

The three-and-a-half-hour trail covers only seven kilometres but is not short on drama, crossing Madeira’s Central Mountain Massif and taking in three of the island’s highest peaks: Pico do Areeiro, Pico das Torres, and Pico Ruivo. It starts as it means to go on, with a stunning viewpoint at Pico do Areeiro and the famous “Stairway to Heaven” section early in the hike, before tunnelling through volcanic rocks, threading along ridges, and revealing more vertiginous vistas among the clouds.

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The protected landscape of the Central Mountain Massif also offers chances to get up close and personal with the island’s biodiverse wildlife. It is a haven for nature lovers and bird spotters, with some avian species unique to Macaronesia and the Madeiran archipelago.

Vereda do Areeiro is not the only Madeiran trail to come with an access charge, but it is the costliest. All other routes are priced at €4.50, or a reduced levy of €3 if the reservation is made in advance. Residents of the Portuguese Atlantic island, as well as children under the age of twelve, can walk the trails for free, but must be registered to do so, using the mandatory Simplifica portal. The fees go towards the upkeep of the trails, visitor management, safety measures, and efforts to protect habitats and the environment.

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The reopening of Vereda do Areeiro comes with some fanfare, timed to coincide with the Madeira Island Ultra Trail on 25 and 26 April—an event sure to attract visitors who love hiking and outbound activities. The island has proved increasingly popular, breaking its own tourism records in the last two years, with 12.8 million overnight stays in 2025, a year-on-year increase of 8.4%, and achieving revenues of €893.7 million, up over 17%.

But with overtourism in the rest of Europe increasingly criticised, destination managers Visit Madeira say they are committed to looking after the island’s natural attractions by “investing in infrastructure, conservation programmes and community-focused tourism activities.” That includes a public campaign promoting environmental awareness under the mantra “Explore. Respect. Preserve.” The new hiking charges reflect that sustainability-focused approach.

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The resort town of Magaluf, located within the municipality of Calvià in western Mallorca, has long been known as a nightlife destination. However, as tourism is evolving, so is Magaluf. In order for tourists and locals alike to get to know the destination under a new light, Calvià’s Town Council has installed a so-called selfie route.

The route was launched in April 2026 under the slogan ‘Magaluf for All’ and invites everyone to make the most of Magaluf’s picture-perfect landscape. With the help of a company called TURS, the municipality installed what they call “patented smart signage that allows visitors to take perfect photos and selfies independently”.

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The smartly-designed photo stations allow anyone to take a photogenic holiday picture, showing both themselves and the surrounding landscape under the best light and angle. The help of tripods, selfie sticks, extra-long arms, or strangers is thus no longer needed to take the perfect selfie.

At the inauguration of the trail, the selfie route included four different stops, each showcasing a different side of Magaluf. One focuses on Magaluf’s inland landscape and the historic Cas Saboners estate, a second stop looks out over the Torrenova peninsula, Magaluf’s natural wonder, Illa de Sa Porrassa, stands centre-stage at the third selfie stand, and its cosmopolitan vibe is showcased at the fourth station called Skyline. Visitors are encouraged to share their dearest memories of Magaluf online, thereby becoming the town’s best ambassadors.

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Aside from a photo station, each stop also features a QR code allowing tourists and locals to access a specifically-designed web app. The app includes detailed descriptions, photographs, and a multi-lingual audio guide of all viewing points. Moreover, the app gives visitors a handy overview of all events, hotels, restaurants, and local businesses in the surrounding area.

At the time of writing, three additional stops were being developed in order to expand the selfie route towards the Torre de Torrenova estate.

The initiative is part of an awareness campaign highlighting sustainable tourism in Mallorca, driven by the Balearic government and funded through the Sustainable Tourism Tax. According to the council, the selfie route should encourage “responsible behaviour among tourists and residents, fostering coexistence and environmental stewardship”.

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The plan to turn England’s coastline into one large walking route took off in 2009 and was led by Natural England, the government body responsible for the natural environment in England. Over the years, it has taken a lot of work and even a new legislation (the Marine and Coastal Access Act) to turn that vision into a reality. In 2024, as a way to commemorate the coronation, the project was renamed as The King Charles III England Coast Path.

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Although a big part of England’s coastline was already equipped with its own walking route, hikers still had to leave the sea behind quite often if they wished to walk the entire way. Some 1,000 miles worth of new paths have been created for the project, while a big part of the rest of the walking ways were given a makeover.

The project also caused a couple of novelties to be born. The so-called coastal margin, aka the land between the path and the sea, will almost entirely be accessible to those walking the route, giving the public access to some unseen beaches, dunes, and other remarkable landscapes. Although the area will allow people to walk, use mobility aids, climb, and picnic, camping, cycling, and horse riding are not permitted.

Moreover, a ‘roll back’ rule was introduced, meaning that the course of the path can be easily altered when affected by natural disasters such as erosion or slips. An important notion given the current climate change, and one that was already put to good use in February 2026, when part of the path on the cliffs outside Charmouth in Dorset was lost due to a landslip.

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Overall, the King Charles III England Coastal Path is divided into eight sections: North East & East Coast, Lincolnshire, East Anglia, South East, King Charles III England Coast Path South, King Charles III England Coast Path South West – Channel Coast, King Charles III England Coast Path South West – Atlantic Coast, and North West. The hike can be walked in small sections or in its entirety. Those who wish to make a walking loop while never leaving the coast behind will need to include the Wales Coast Path in their journey, a walking route following the Welsh coastline for 870 miles (1,400 kilometers) completed in 2012.

Since February 2026, more than 2,000 miles of the King Charles III England Coastal Path have been completed and are thus open to public use. 556 miles are still being worked on at the time of writing, while the completion of the path will only be possible once the government decides on the last 78 miles.

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For the first time since the establishment of the Dinara Nature Park in 2021, Croatia has added a new nature park to its collection. The Zagorje Mountains Nature Park marks the country’s 13^th protected nature reserve, meaning some 38.6% of Croatia’s land surface is now protected.

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At a one-hour drive from the Croatian capital Zagreb, the new nature park spans over a surface of 30,000 hectares, including hills, forests, castles, and idyllic villages. It stretches over two counties, Krapina-Zagorje and Varaždin, in Northern Croatia.

“Croatia is known for its coastline and islands, but this new nature park highlights the extraordinary landscapes of our inland regions. The Zagorje Mountains offer a different perspective of Croatia – one of forests, hills, castles and outdoor adventure, and it’s just a short journey from Zagreb,” Bisera Fabrio, director of the Croatian national tourist office in the UK, told Time Out.

Some of the highlights of the newly-created nature park include the 13^th-century Trakošćan Castle, the prehistoric Vindija Cave, the Ravna Gora mountain, and the Ivanščica Mountain.

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Standing at 1,061 meters above sea level, Ivanščica is the highest mountain in northwestern Croatia, and a popular spot for outdoor lovers. The area offers both family-friendly hikes and trails for those who are keen on adventure. The so-called Pyramid on the mountain, an iron tower dating back to 1929, offers some of the best views over the region, reaching as far as the Slovenian Alps and Hungary.

The project to turn the Zagorje Mountains into a nature park dates back to 2009, and a final report confirming the region’s outstanding natural value was handed over in 2024. This is further underlined by the fact that part of the new park is part of the European ecological network Natura 2000.

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While nature parks are managed less strictly than national parks, thus allowing the daily lives of their inhabitants to continue, all while paying attention to the natural surroundings, as a nature park, the region will have easier access to funding to protect its biodiversity. According to Croatia’s Ministry of Environmental Protection, approximately one-fifth of the total Croatian flora can be found within the park, including 1,200 species and subspecies.

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The trail, known as the Gran Recorrido del Llevant and also called the East Mallorca GR-226, runs through the Llevant region on the island’s eastern side. Completed in January, the route covers a vast area known for its natural landscapes, historic towns and archaeological heritage.

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The GR‑226 is divided into four roughly equal stages that can be completed over several days. The trail begins at Cales de Mallorca and leads to Manacor (24.99km), then continues from Manacor to Son Carrió (22.99km). The third section runs from Son Carrió to Artà (23.19km), with the final stage taking hikers from Artà to Cala Mesquida (22.63km) on the northeastern coast. Each stage covers just over 20 kilometres, and the largest climb in a day reaches around 248 metres, making the route manageable for hikers of different experience levels. 

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Additional access points along the route include Son Macià and Costa dels Pins, giving walkers the option to join or leave the trail at different locations and adapt their journey depending on the distance they want to cover.

The trail also highlights several cultural and historical sites across the region. Among them is the prehistoric settlement of Ses Païsses near Artà, which dates back around 3,000 years, and the 13^th-century Bellpuig Monastery. The route also passes the 14^th-century Capdepera Castle, the Cala Rajada Lighthouse, the Church of Sant Joan Baptista, and the Son Carrió Railway Museum. Along with historical landmarks, the trail connects several towns and villages in eastern Mallorca, offering visitors opportunities to experience local traditions and culture. 

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Running from Cales de Mallorca to Cala Mesquida, the route passes through a variety of landscapes, including coastal cliffs, sandy coves, forests and farmland. Walkers following the trail travel through both inland and coastal sections of eastern Mallorca, offering views of the Mediterranean as well as rural scenery. 

Further information about the trail, including maps and directions, is available through the official Gran Recorrido del Llevant website.

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