South Africa

Oficially the oldest trail in South Africa, the Otter trail takes hikers through the Tsitsikamma National Park, along the southern coast. Although a short trail, it is well maintained and offers spectacular coastal views.

Nature's Valley

Storms River Mouth Camp, South Africa

The Otter Trail

Iceland

The Laugavegur Trail is a popular hiking trail in Iceland, voted by National Geographic as one of the most beautiful trails in the world. It passes through Icelands magical geography, taking walkers past colourful mountains, black lava, hot springs and clear lakes.

Thórsmörk, Iceland

Landmannalaugar, Iceland

The Laugavegur Trail

Chile

The W Trek is a popular trail in Patagonia's Torres Del Paine national park. It's a relatively short trail which takes hikers through soaring mountains, bright blue icebergs and golden grasslands.

Torres Del Paine National Park, Chile

Torres Del Paine W Trek

Hong Kong

This trail takes hikers through the New Territories of Hong Kong, passing by reservoirs, lush meadows, coastal hills and mountain peaks. The trail crosses some of Hong Kong's highest peaks, so good fitness is required.

Tuen Mun, Hong Kong

Pak Tam Chung, Hong Kong

The MacLehose Trail

Italy

The Alta Via 1 runs along the beautiful Dolomites mountain range in Eastern Italy. This is the most popular (and one of the easier) routes in the Dolomites.

Belluno, Italy

Dobbiaco, Italy

Alta Via 1

Scotland, UK

A very popular hiking route in Scotland, UK. The trail takes you from Glasgow into the highlands through rugged and varied terrain.

Fort William, Scotland

Milngavie, Scotland

West Highland Way

England, UK

The SWD is one of the national UK trails which rougly follows the southern coast of England. It features undulating hills and dramatic chalky cliff tops.

Eastbourne, UK

Winchester, UK

South Downs Way

France

The Tour Du Mont Blanc is a circular trail arund the Mont Blanc massif. One of the most iconic long-distance walks in Europe, the trail goes through France, Switzerland and Italy.

Les Houches, France

Tour Du Mont Blanc

Corsica, France

The GR20 runs through Corscia, trailing through the jagged mountainous centre. Although the terrain is tough, the route is well marked, which makes it a popular European hiking route.

Conca, Corsica

Calenzana, Corsica

GR20 Corsica

Nepal

As the name suggests, the Annapurna Circuit circumnavigates the Annapurna Massif in Nepal. The trail leads hikers through river valleys, rainforests, farmlands and desert. The high altitude and steep climbs mean that general good health is required.

Naya Pul, Nepal

Besisahar, Nepal

The Annapurna Circuit

Ireland

The Kerry Way is a circular tral in County Kerry, Ireland. The well developed and well signposted path takes hikers through narrow roads, country lanes and unspoiled mountain trails.

Killarney, Ireland

The Kerry Way

Portugal

Part of the longer network of routes called the Rota Vicentina - the Fishermans Trail takes hikers along the beautiful south west coast of Portugal. Well sign posted, maintained and moderately difficult, this walk should be accessible to a large range of hikers. Expect dramatic coast lines, pristine sands and lots of fresh sea air!

Lagos, Portugal

Sao Torpes, Portugal

Rota Vicentina - Fishermans Trail

The Offas Dyke roughly follows the border of England and Wales and is named after the structure built on the border by the 8th century king Offa. The trail takes walkers through meadows, valleys and mountains, crossing through the impressive Brecon Breacons national park.

Prestatyn, Wales

Sedbury, England

Offas Dyke

Germany

This trail takes hikers through the natural beauty of the Black Forest mountain range in Germany. Expect quiet mountain lakes, large fir trees and a vast landscapes.

Basel, Switzerland

Pforzheim, Germany

Westweg (West Way)

Wales, UK

A national trail which goes along the Pembrokshire coast in south Wales. The trail covers every maritime landscape from beaches to cliffs, glacial valleys and volcanic headlands.

Amroth, Wales

St Dogmaels, Wales

Pembrokshire Coastal Path

Sweden

A popular hiking trail which goes through Lapland, in the north of Sweden. The trail goes through vast wilderness, multiple national parks and features dramatic mountain views.

Hemavan, Sweden

Abisko, Sweden

Kungsleden

Netherlands

One of the longest trail routes in the Netherlands, the Pieterpad takes hikers through lush forest, peaceful farms, picturesque villages and even some larger cities. Well sign-posted and relatively easy-going, this is a trail that should be accessible to many hikers.

Sint-Pietersberg, Netherlands

Pieterburen, Netherlands

Pieterpad

Turkey

The Lycian Way is a well-marked trail which roughly follows the coast of South West Turkey. The trail takes hikers though forest paths, small town communities and ancient ruins. 

Antalya, Turkey

Fethiye, Turkey

The Lycian Way (Likya Yolu)

Estonia

One of the main long distance hikes in Estonia, this well-marked trail takes hikers through lakes, forests, hills and plateaus.

Kauksi, Estonia

Penijõe, Estonia

Penijõe-Aegviidu-Kauksi

Spain

The Camino Frances is the most popular route of the famous Camino de Santiago trails. The trail was one of the most important Christian pilgrimages during the late Middle Ages and the hike still holds religious importance to many who walk it.

Santiago, Spain

St. Jean Pied-du-Port, France

Camino de Santiago Frances

One of the premier long distance hikes in Estonia, this well-marked trail takes hikers through beautiful beaches, dark forest, grainfields and wetlands.

Ähijärve, Estonia

Peraküla, Estonia

Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve

A strenous hike along the Pyrenees mountain range in France, hikers can expect lush meadows, thick forest and snow covered mountain peaks. A well-marked trail within the wilderness makes for a very satisfying hike.

Banyuls-sur-mer, France

Hendaye, France

GR10

Canada

The oldest and longest marked trail in Canada, the Bruce Trail follows the Niagra Escarpment. The trail takes hikers past stunning waterfalls, lush woodland, streams, farms and quarries.

Tobermory, Canada

Queenston, Canada

The Bruce Trail

Israel

The Israel National Trail (Shvil Yisrael) is a trail which goes through the whole height of Israel. The trail takes hikers through vastly different terrains, from lush forests and sand mountains to beautiful coasts, passing ancient structures along the way.

Eilat, Israel

Dan, Israel

Israel National Trail

Norway

The Norway Lengthwise takes walkers through the whole length of Norway (as the name suggests). It has an start and end but no fixed route, which lets hikers take a number of different paths to enjoy the natural beauty of the country.

Nordkapp, Norway

Lindesnes, Norway

Norge på Langs (Norway Lengthwise)

New Zealand

Te Araroa (which means The Long Path) is New Zealand's longest hiking route. The route showcases the country's varied landscapes, through coastal sands, forested ranges, volcanoes and mountain passes.

Bluff, New Zealand

Cape Reinga, New Zealand

Te Araroa

The Appalachian Trail (or simply AT) is one of the big three hiking trails in the US. It takes place in the eastern part of the US, starting in Georgia, in the south, and ending in Maine, at the north. Passing through 14 states, it takes hikers through very varied terrain - mostly wild and forest.

Mount Katahdin, Maine, US

Springer Mountain, Georgia, US

Appalachian Trail

The PCT is one of the longest (and most famous) trails in America. It starts on the border of Mexico and finishes on the border of Canada, going through California, Oregon and Washington.

Manning Park, British Columbia

Campo, California

Pacific Crest Trail

The Contindental Divide Trail (or CDT) is one of the big three hikes in the US. It follows the Continental Divide of the Americas along the Rocky Mountains. A rugged trail and possibly the most difficult of the big three, the trail takes hikers through wilderness, awe-inspiring mountain ridges and off-trail road walking.

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