Walking holidays Europe
Discover the diverse landscapes of Europe, where towering mountains meet gentle lowlands and deep cool forests border rugged coasts.
With a rich history of walking as a beloved pastime, European countries have an extensive network of trails and paths, perfect to explore on foot.
Overall, walking in European nature is a multi-sensory experience that engages the body, mind, and spirit, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty that leaves a lasting impression on those who explore it.
Welcome to our comprehensive guide to walking holidays Europe! Browse through our curated selection of European walking holidays all in one place. Hike through breathtaking scenery, cultural treasures, and immersive experiences. Start planning your next walking adventure today!
OUR FEATURED WALKING HOLIDAYS IN Europe
Walking Women Only
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- Guided / Self-Guided
From €500.- / 8 days
Embrace the Journey, Empower your Divine Feminine
Solo or group travel for women who enjoy walking and hiking under blue skies and through a landscape of rolling hills with lots of nature all around. This walking holiday in the South of France is about beautiful hikes, good food, and making new friends.
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Camino de Santiago – Self-guided
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- Self-Guided
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From £ 695.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Spain
A magical experience walking the Camino de Santiago. This tour is flexible to suit your personal walking requirements. Affordable without compromising on the quality and service you would expect from a bespoke tour operator. Luggage transport included.
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The many faces of Cornwall
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- Guided
From £ 980.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in England
Explore miles of enchanting footpaths which follow spectacular cliff-tops along the famous South West Coast path. During this walking holiday in England you will walk along remote and beautiful beaches, atmospheric tidal creeks, over grassy meadows and farmland, through ancient woodland.
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Browse the Europe Walking holidays
Start browsing the holidays by choosing your preferred walking holiday type through the buttons below, or by scrolling down to the walking holiday descriptions. All walking holidays in Europe are organised by small-scale, independent companies and led by enthusiastic guides.
Self-Guided Walking Holidays in Europe
Walking from Coast to Border in the Netherlands
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From € 1,250.- / 14 days
Self-guided walking holiday from the Dutch coast to the German border
Walk the Netherlands from the Northsea coast to the German border. Visit some of the country’s most wonderful cities and follow the Dutch rivers upstream. Experience the changing landscapes as you hike in Holland.
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Mount Zugspitze – Walking between Bavaria and Tyrol
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- Self-Guided
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From € 660.- / 7 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Germany
Walking between Bavaria and Tyrol following former smuggling routes. Enjoy fantastic gorges, wonderful mountain pastures and Olympic cities.
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Exmoor luxury walking holiday on the Coast Path
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- Self-Guided
From £120 + / night
Self-guided walking holiday in England
Stunning walking right from the door, breathtaking coastal views and unspoilt moorland. This is what you will experience with this self-guided walking holiday in Exmoor national park in England
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Hiking Medvednica Nature Park
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- Self-Guided
From € 325.- / 7 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Croatia
Hiking holiday in and around Medvednica Nature Park just North of Croatia’s capital Zagreb. Excellent hiking opportunities with many popular and well-marked routes. Beautiful nature and stunning views over the countryside, all at your own pace.
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The Secrets of Provence
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- Self-Guided
From € 500.- / 8 days
Walking holiday with both guided and self-guided options in France
Dive into this unspoilt corner of Provence that is famous for its wine, lavender, fruit, truffles, herbs and olives. Find out about the history, fables, culture, and characters. Understand the use of the plants and herbs of the region. Visit a truffle farm, olive mill and grower, lavender distillery, and above all, enjoy regional walks that combine the sights, scents and tastes of the area.
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Walking in the Cooley and Mourne Mountains
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- Self-Guided
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From € 689.- / 7 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Ireland
This journey will take you to the counties Louth in the Republic and down in Northern Ireland; a region largely undiscovered by the masses. The Cooley region offers a unique mixture of natural beauty, spectacular panoramas, and a rich cultural history.
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Explore the French Alps
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- Self-Guided
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From € 472.- / 7 days
Self-guided walking holiday in France
Beautiful refuge to refuge alpine walking route in the Southern French Alps. Many different types of landscapes, from valleys with a high mountain ambiance to gentler, more open valleys. Wide range of wildlife and a variety of wild flowers.
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Walking in the Rila Mountains
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- Self-Guided
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From € 455.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Bulgaria
Self-guided walking holiday in the Rila Mountains, Bulgaria’s largest National Park. Rila is one of the best-known areas for mountain walking in Bulgaria. High level alpine hiking with an abundance of glacial lakes, deep river valleys, lush alpine meadows and varied wildlife.
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Secrets of the Rhodope Mountains
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- Self-Guided
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From € 495.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Bulgaria
Explore some of the most hidden and authentic parts of the Rhodope Mountains in Bulgaria during this trail walking holiday. Enjoy pastoral scenery with rolling landscapes, tiny villages, green meadows with flocks of goats and sheep, and a rich cultural heritage.
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Explore Strandja Nature Park
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- Self-Guided
From € 495.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Bulgaria
A walking holiday in Bulgaria’s largest nature park on the Black Sea coast. Follow a natural river from its source to the sea, walking through a wide variety of landscapes along the way. Includes a few guided excursions and car rental.
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Camino de Santiago – Self-guided
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- Self-Guided
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From £ 695.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Spain
A magical experience walking the Camino de Santiago. This tour is flexible to suit your personal walking requirements. Affordable without compromising on the quality and service you would expect from a bespoke tour operator. Luggage transport included.
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Walking in the Sierra de Aracena
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- Self-Guided
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From € 469.- / 7 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Spain
Walking holiday close to Spain’s border with Portugal. Many gentle routes in area with a rich Moorish heritage. Splendid scenery, a unique cuisine, imposing hilltop castles and charming villages… An ideal destination if you appreciate walking in traditional, out of the way areas.
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Explore Andalucia
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- Self-Guided
From £ 450.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Spain
Walking holiday in Andalucia in Spain. Let Andalucia surprise you with its green hills, white villages, nature reserves, orchards and snowcapped mountain ranges. Walk over beautiful paths with spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea.
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Moorish Villages Trek
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- Self-Guided
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From € 720.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Spain
Unique and unparalleled countryside to explore and savour. Whitewashed villages dot a landscape of cultivated valleys framed by pine clad limestone sierras and blue skies, wildflowers colour the mountainsides and verges while in February the scent of almond blossom fills the air.
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Spain’s Secret Sierra
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- Self-Guided
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From € 499.50 / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Spain
Rolling hills and white villages with history reflected in their architecture and the surrounding landscape. The walking routes in this area range from sandy paths to cobbled tracks and there are many sights such as traditional Spanish homes, abandoned watermills and ancient hill forts. Hear the ringing of goat bells among the oaks and chestnuts, and the bubbling of the many streams and springs which abound in these hills.
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Walking in the Sierra Morena
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- Self-Guided
From € 492.50 / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Spain
The Sierra is a natural heaven for walkers since it offers centuries old paths, trails and bridleways that criss-cross the region linking all the beautiful white walled Andalucian villages in the natural park. The area is home to some of the most attractive flora and fauna in Spain and each day provides an opportunity to see the diverse scenery and vegetation on display.
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Discover the warm and authentic East Algarve
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- Self-Guided
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From € 455.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Portugal
This is the authentic Algarve of salt pans and migrating birds, of small towns and villages, of sunny unspoiled beaches and dunes, of fragrant orchards and forests that all share something very unique: the magnificent and wild Guadiana river frontier with Spain.
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Discovering the Alentejo & Algarve South West Coast
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- Self-Guided
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From € 460.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Portugal
A trail hiking holiday that starts in Alentejo and ends in the Algarve. Wonderful walking along cliffs and beaches going from North to South along the Portugese Atlantic coast. Walk the best trails, along the most unspoiled coastal stretch of the Vicentina Coast Natural Park.
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Nature and Mountains of Antola Natural Park
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- Self-Guided
From € 260.- / 5 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Italy
Antola, with its rich wildlife and stunning nature is a place every walker will be happy to visit. The must-see 360° view from the Ligurian Sea to the Alps is a great reward for everyone exploring the natural park.
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Medieval Umbria Walking tour
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- Self-Guided
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From € 560.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Italy
This self-guided walking holiday offers the right combination of visiting typical Umbrian towns and walking through exciting colourful landscapes with unique views. Umbria has been praised for its pure beauty since Roman times, because of its greenness of fertile valleys, hills and mountains, many lakes and rivers, good food and excellent wines.
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Magical Bakony Mountains
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- Self-Guided
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From € 1,000.- / 8 days
2-center self-guided walking holiday in Hungary
During this walking holiday you will discover the many natural and cultural treasures of this amazing part of Hungary – the Bakony Mountains. Its isolation, densely forested ridges, small closed basins and medieval fortresses and monasteries have protected the local inhabitants and cultural treasures over the course of many stormy centuries.
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Hungarian Paradise
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- Self-Guided
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From € 1,200.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Hungary
A walking holiday in Hungary’s largest national park – Bükk National Park. Follow the paths through vineyards and forests, enjoying the richness of wildlife, and explore the many caves, creeks, lakes and waterfalls. Don’t miss the fiery Hungarian wines, either!
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Discover the Heart of English Lakeland
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- Self-Guided
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From £ 590.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in England
Explore the Lake District, or English Lakeland during this walking holiday in England. The area is famous throughout the world for its beautiful and dramatic scenery. Mountains rise from sea level to almost 1000 metres and are intersected by lush green valleys, containing numerous beautiful lakes.
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Cross Lakes Ramble
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- Self-Guided
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From £ 299.- / 5 days
Self-guided walking holiday in England
The English Lake District is one of 15 National Parks in Great Britain, and fully justifies its status on account of its outstanding scenery. You’ll see varied examples of history and heritage, unrivalled in such a small area.
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Walking adventure through green Istria
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- Self-Guided
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From £ 610.- / 7 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Croatia
Visit picturesque medieval towns and villages including Hum, the smallest town in the world; hike through Uska nature park; experience the local gastronomy and wine, including tasting homemade pasta with truffels. This walking holiday in Croatia introduces you to the very best rural Croatia has to offer.
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Majestic Mountains and Crystal Clear Lakes Austria
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- Self-Guided
From € 199.- / 2 nights
Self-guided walking holiday in Austria
Lake Millstatt is a walker’s paradise. Walk over peaks at 2.000 metres or in the beautiful valleys around crystal clear lakes. Something for everyone and one of the most beautiful regions of Austria. Mountain huts provide rest stops along the way and walks are available for all grades of walkers.
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The Austrian Lake District
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- Self-Guided
From € 570.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in Austria
Walking holiday based in the pretty village of Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt. The walking routes will take you through some of the prettiest scenery Austria has to offer. Wonderful walking and hiking suitable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness.
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Dordogne Plus Beaux Villages Walk
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From £ 650.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in France
A self-guided trail walking holiday in the picturesque landscape of the upper Dordogne valley. Visit six of the “most beautiful villages” in France as you follow the meanders of the Dordogne river and visit famous sights such as the 11th Century Château de Castelnaud and limestone caves.
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Bordeaux vineyard walks
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- Self-Guided
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From € 820.- / 7 days
Self-guided walking holiday in France
Walk a trail through the famous vineyard landscapes of the Bordeaux, and taste its famous wines. Luggage transport is included in this France walking holiday, and you will stay in charming guesthouses, hotels, and sumptuous castles or wine chateaux in the heart of the vineyard landscapes.
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Walking in the Pays de Gâtine
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- Self-Guided
From £ 1000.- / 7 days
Self-guided walking holiday in France
Explore hundreds of kilometers of little-used paths, tracks and country lanes that meander in an undulating landscape of woods, pastures, orchards, hamlets and villages. Stay at a small private Auberge in an idyllic, leafy valley.
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Albi and Tarn Valley
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- Self-Guided
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From € 928.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in France
Walk a trail from hotel to hotel through wooded hills and along mellow villages in the Tarn Valley in the Languedoc. During this walking holiday in France you will discover the distinctive, rich cuisine of the region, and its excellent wines.
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Beautiful Brittany
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- Self-Guided
From € 520.- / 8 days
Self-guided walking holiday in France
The holiday offers a choice of 30 circuits that are between 5km to 25km long taking in the stunning coastal path and inland countryside with its interesting buildings, tree lined lanes and views.
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Bordeaux: Between prestigious vineyards and Gironde’s Estuary
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- Self-Guided
From € 955.- / 7 days
Self-guided walking holiday in France
This walking holiday will lead you through various landscapes alternates bicycle paths through forests and flat roads alongside streams and vineyards, will allow you to discover the exceptional natural surrounding which will fulfill you with its diversity.
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Guided Walking Holidays in Europe
Walking Holiday in rural Crete
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- Guided
From € 950.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Greece
Embark on a walking holiday in western Crete, where rugged cliffs meet the deep blue sea, and olive groves stretch as far as the eye can see. Diverse landscapes with a unique flora and fauna, from rare wildflowers to majestic birds of prey.
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Wilderness Walking – The Orkney Islands
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- Guided
From £ 1935.- / 7 days
Guided walking holiday in Scotland
This guided walking holiday provids an outstanding way to visit the Orkney Islands. The walks are all different and scenic. The trips to the archeological sites are fantastic.
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Fairytale in Bulgaria: ancient sanctuaries, nature, hobbit houses and mystical tales
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- Guided
From €800.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Bulgaria
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Pirin and Rila Mountains Trek
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- Guided
From € 555.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Bulgaria
Guided walking holiday in the Pirin and Rila Mountains: Bulgaria’s largest National Parks. Enjoy some of the best high level alpine walking with an abundance of glacial lakes, deep river valleys, lush alpine meadows and diverse flora and fauna.
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Pembrokeshire Coast, coves and saints
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- Guided
From £ 285.- / 4 days
Guided walking holiday in Wales
Windswept headlands, soaring sea birds, and the golden sands of secluded coves. Your guide tells fascinating stories of pirates, saints and Princes of Wales. Breathe fresh air and return relaxed, refreshed and recharged.
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Walking in the Picos de Europa
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- Guided
From € 650.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Spain
Explore some of the most dramatic mountains in Spain during this guided walking holiday in the Picos de Europa. The Picos de Europa are a small maritime range of limestone peaks only 20km from the coast brimming with endemic plants and wildlife, perfect for walking all year round.
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Discover Andalucia
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- Guided
From from £ 720.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Spain
Walking in this beautiful part of Andalucia you’ll find green hills, white villages, huge nature reserves, orchards of orange and olive trees and snowcapped mountain ranges with spectacular views of the Mediterrean Sea.
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Walking in the Sierras de Almijara
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- Guided
From € 479.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Spain
Walking in the Sierras de Almijara y de Tejeda, a mountain chain designated as a nature park in Andalucia, southern Spain. Unspoilt nature in an area with an ideal walking climate. Discover the area’s best spots and most scenic and interesting routes.
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Walking Las Alpujarras & the Sierra Nevada
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- Guided
From € 625.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Spain
This walking holiday is especially for walkers who want to walk that little bit longer and also do some high level walks in the beautiful Alpujarras and Sierra Nevada mountains in Andalucia. See the legacy of the Moors in the architecture, the food and most of all the scenery.
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Camino de Santiago – the best of the Camino
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From £ 1250.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Spain
You’ll be walking the best walking stages of the Camino de Santiago in style. Beautiful landscapes, traditional Celtic villages, eucalyptus forests and the emotional walk up to the famous cathedral in Santiago. A walk that opens your mind to a part of Spain that blends the warmth of the Galician people with traditions dating back centuries.
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Walking holidays on hidden Mallorca
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- Guided
From £ 989.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Spain
This part of the island is less mountainous than the north of Mallorca. The result is a walking holiday that is a spectacular combination of charming and manageable walking, amazing accommodation and, as ever, great food and wine.
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Amazing Tenerife – Spectacular Scenery, Magic Moments
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- Guided
- Trail
From € 443.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Spain
This fabulous guided walking holiday will show you just how diverse the island landscapes are and introduce you to some of the flora and fauna, a lot of which is endemic to Tenerife and the Canary Islands.
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Wilderness Walking – The Isle of Skye
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- Guided
From £ 1785.- / 7 days
Guided walking holiday in Scotland
Enjoy some of the best hiking in Scotland, if not the world as you explore the north, south, east and west of Skye on a series of hikes. You will explore this spectacular place through a number of beautiful hikes, taking in the rich scenery and fascinating history of the island.
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Highlands & Isle of Skye
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- Guided
From £ 1975.- / 7 days
Guided walking holiday in Scotland
During this walking holiday you will have the chance to explore the Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye. The land offers a great range of diverse landscapes for superb hiking between mountains and the sea surrounded by white beaches, green islands, peaks and waterfalls.
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Hebridean Island Adventure
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From £ 1825.- / 7 days
Guided walking holiday in Scotland
This versatile trip to the Inner Hebrides offers stunning outdoor experiences, a day with an expert wildlife guide on the Isle of Mull, an awesome boat trip to a Puffin colony and unexpected cultural delights.
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Dinnet and Muick wildlife tour
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- Guided
From £399 - £630.- / 7 days
Guided walking holiday in Scotland
The Muir of Dinnet boasts a wide variety of habitat such as woods, bogs and grasslands which is home to a large range of wildlife. The landscape of Loch Muick embodies the beauty of the Scottish highlands and is one of the best places to see Red Deer in Scotland.
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Walking wildlife safari in Fulufjellet National Park
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From £400 - £720.-/ 7 days
Guided walking holiday in Norway
This walking holiday leads you through the magnificent Fulufjellet National Park, one of Europe’s last wilderness areas with a large variety of wildlife. It is home to elk/moose, bears, wolves, lynx, wolverines and various bird and reptile species.
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Explore Lake Como on foot
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- Guided
From £ 645.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Italy
Lake Como in the Lombardy region is a popular area for a walking holiday in Italy. This holiday lets you sample the rich history, beautiful scenery and culinary surprises of the region.
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Walking the Trails of Liguria
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- Guided
From € 600.- / 7 days
Guided walking holiday in Italy
Explore some of the most scenic trails in the Ligurian Mountains during this walking holiday in Italy. Still unspoilt by mass tourism, this ancient land is steeped in culture and tradition. Your guide will introduce you to the landscape and flavours of this undiscovered part of Italy.
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Walking in Naxos, Small Cyclades & Santorini
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- Trail
From €682.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Greece
Walking holiday in Greece with an eco focus. Starting out on Naxos, the largest and most diverse island of the Cyclades. Hike mountains, valleys and plateaus. Then island hopping a group of small islands called the Small Cyclades. These are a small haven of peace where you can find Greek hospitality and traditional culture.
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Ionian island of Corfu
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From € 1400.- / 7 days
Guided walking holiday in Greece
Through our carefully planned guided walking tour our guests will experience the beautiful, forgotten trails of Corfu’s landscape as well as discovering Old Town’s Italian architecture, Byzantine history and cobbled streets.
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The many faces of Cornwall
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- Guided
From £ 980.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in England
Explore miles of enchanting footpaths which follow spectacular cliff-tops along the famous South West Coast path. During this walking holiday in England you will walk along remote and beautiful beaches, atmospheric tidal creeks, over grassy meadows and farmland, through ancient woodland.
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Hiking Croatia´s Coast & Canyons
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- Guided
From £ 1090.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in Croatia
This walking holiday leads you along Croatia Northern coastline, with its relaxed Mediterranean ambience, and it offers an area rich in stunningly beautiful medieval towns and villages, fantastic food, lush national parks, cascading waterfalls and sunshine!
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Tarn vineyards & villages
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- Guided
From £ 450.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in France
Walk a trail from hotel to hotel through wooded hills and along mellow villages in the Tarn Valley in the Languedoc. During this walking holiday in France you will discover the distinctive, rich cuisine of the region, and its excellent wines.
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Snowshoeing in the Southern French Alps
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- Guided
From € 909.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in France
Listen to the satisfying crunch of snow beneath your feet as you trek through pristine winter wildernesses during this guided snowshoeing holiday in the French Alps. Walk through a variety of landscapes with the mountains in all their winter glory towering over you.
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Classical Pyrenean Odyssey
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- Guided
From € 675.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in France
The Pyrenean Odyssey guided walking holiday offers you classic Pyrenean walks and scenery, food, history and culture. This France walking holiday will bring you to all four of the Grand Sites of the Hautes-Pyrenees: Lourdes, Gavarnie, Pont d’Espagne and the Pic du Midi.
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Alps Mountaineering Intro
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- Guided
From € 1296.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in France
A mountaineering/walking challenge that takes in three alpine summits, especially tailored for novices. Get away from the crowds and soak up the charm and ambiance of the high mountain environment during this walking holiday in France.
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The Call of the Soul: a Walking Pilgrimage
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From £ 675.- / 5 days
Guided walking holiday in France
Walking in beauty – and recognising it in all things – is powerfully humbling, transformative and healing. The landscape is diverse and breathtakingly rich in indigenous flora and fauna where wild orchids and birds of prey in particular abound.
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Wolf Tracking in the French Alps
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- Guided
From € 857.- / 4 days
Guided walking holiday in France
4 Day wilderness trip with experienced mountain guide and wolf-tracker.
Follow wolves and other wildlife, immerse yourself in nature and hike off the beaten track.
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Walk the French Alps
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From € 798.- / 8 days
Guided walking holiday in France
A week’s guided walking holiday in the French Alps. Six days of beautiful alpine scenery, wildlife and flowers, staying in mountain refuges… the perfect way to spend a week! Mostly normal mountain walking, with nothing too technical.
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Both guided and self-guided options in europe
Doing It My Way
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- Guided / Self-Guided
From €180.- / 4 days
Crafting Your Personal Retreat Experience
Do you love doing your own things without having to adhere to a strict schedule? Then this walking holiday in France is just perfect for you. Walk alone or with friends, and manage your own time and space, all under the sunny skies of Southern France.
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Walking Women Only
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- Guided / Self-Guided
From €500.- / 8 days
Embrace the Journey, Empower your Divine Feminine
Solo or group travel for women who enjoy walking and hiking under blue skies and through a landscape of rolling hills with lots of nature all around. This walking holiday in the South of France is about beautiful hikes, good food, and making new friends.
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A Week of Walking for Well-being
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- Guided / Self-Guided
From € 600.- / 8 days
Walking holiday with both guided and self-guided options in France
Choose from a wide range of walks through peaceful, quiet landscapes in the heart of the rolling Razès countryside in France. Walks range from 5 to 40 km. You determine your own routes, distance and difficulty. Perfect for individuals, couples or small groups.
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Salzkammergut Lake Walking Holidays
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From € 580.- / 8 days
Walking holiday with both guided and self-guided options in Austria
This walking holiday offers a perfect combination of walking and culture. You will discover the region on foot, by boats, busses and trains.
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Dordogne Trails
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- Guided / Self-Guided
From £ 550.- / 8 days
Walking holiday with both guided and self-guided options in France
With its many rivers, undulating hills and valleys, chateaux, bastide towns and prehistoric roots the Dordogne has long been a popular walking holiday destination. Explore many historic towns, quaint hamlets and scenic footpaths during this Dordogne walking holiday in France.
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Haute Route Chamonix – Zermatt
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From € 1390.- / 10 days
Walking holiday with both guided and self-guided options in Switzerland
Walk in the Mont Blanc Alps in three countries; each with their own distinct character; the Italian slopes with their large rock faces, the Swiss slopes with their soft valleys and the French impressive glacial slopes.
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Italian Dolomites
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- Guided / Self-Guided
From £ 760.- / 7 days
Walking holiday with both guided and self-guided options in Italy
Enjoy this beautiful region with walks of your fancy – every day you can join one of two breathtaking walks, both free and optional. One is a higher level harder hike, the other a moderate easier walk, rich in flora, fauna and beautiful scenery. Via Ferrata, glacier treks and various alpine activities are also options for your day.
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Footscapes of Crete
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- Guided / Self-Guided
From €525.- / 8 days
Walking holiday with both guided and self-guided options in Greece
A week of self-guided hiking on Greek’s largest island: Crete. Excellent walking with mild Mediterranean climate and varied landscapes. Guided walks also possible. Choose from a wide variety of excellent walks between 6 and 12 miles each.
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Trails & Secrets of Amorgos Island
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From € 759.- / 8 days
Walking holiday with both guided and self-guided options in Greece
Amorgos remains an island off the beaten track; still unspoiled from mass tourism. This beautiful island has 7 officially marked paths for hiking in mountainous terrains reaching the mountain tops, and many other ancient trails and paths to be explored on foot. Accommodation in luxury spa hotel on the coast.
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Soul Journeys – Walking in the footsteps of the Essenes, Cathares & Magdalenes
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- Guided / Self-Guided
From € 455.- / 8 days
Walking holiday with both guided and self-guided options in France
Walking through the gently rolling Razès countryside and up some of the most celebrated and breath-taking Cathar castles. Choose from 35 circuits and 10 linear trails, ranging from 5 to 40 km. Possible to include historic guided walking tours in and around the most renowned of the Cathar castles.
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Pyrenees Explorer
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- Guided / Self-Guided
From €625.- / 8 days
Walking holiday with both guided and self-guided options in France
On this walking holiday you will have a chance to watch the native wildlife, learn about the indigenous flora and cultures or just hike in the wilderness of the Midi-Pyrennees. No matter what you interests are, your guide is more than happy to lead the way and reveal all the wonders of that amazing part of the planet.
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Walking in Europe
Europe is the second smallest continent (after Australia), but has the third biggest population (after Asia and Africa). So it’s a popular place to live. It’s also a very varied place, with large forests and lakes in the North, big mountain-ranges in its center, the continent of Asia at its Eastern border, the beautiful Atlantic Ocean in the West, and the Mediterranean Sea in the South.
And because of all this variety, you can go on walking holidays in Europe year-round. Western and Eastern Europe are perfect in the Spring months (March, April and May), as well as the Autumn season (September, October, November). South European Summers are typically great for a beach holiday, but if you like long walks you’ll probably find them too hot. But in the Spring, Autumn and Winter months the climate there is perfect for walking and hiking. Then there is the North of Europe, where you’ll find ideal walking weather in June, July and August when other parts of the continent can be too warm.
Some of the best knows areas for walking holidays in Europe are the Alps and the Pyrenees, which together cover France, Spain, Italy, Switzerland and Austria. The British Isles are attractive for their miles upon miles of coast-paths and rolling hills inland. Portugal, Spain and its islands are a great option for walking holidays in Europe during the cooler months of early Spring and late Autumn with their mild climate.
Then there is the wild nature of Greece and the Balkans in South-Eastern Europe, as well as the largely untouched expanses of wilderness in Scandinavia and Scotland.
So from Portugal in the West to Bulgaria in the East, and Norway in the North to Greece and Cyprus in the South, Europe offers many opportunities for exploring its landscapes on foot.
If you like the idea of exploring Europe on foot, make sure you also read our in-depth guide to walking in Europe. There you’ll find more detailed descriptions of some of the top places you can go.
Europe
Area: about 4 million sq. miles, roughly the same size as the USA
Population: 740 million
main currency: Euro
For more general information on Europe you can see Europe on WikiPedia
What is walking in Europe like?
Europe is a very varied place for walking and hiking. Most areas are easily accessible and clearly signposted. The climate is generally mild with warm Summers and cool Winters. Europe is a densely populated continent, but also has large areas of wild nature and national parks where you can wander round and enjoy the natural world.
Europe also has a rich cultural heritage, with many old towns, castles, bridges and monuments. With over 40 nations, there are many different languages and traditions, which makes it a very varied destination to visit.
If you're thinking about a walking holiday in Europe, then also see our guide on walking in Europe for more details.