by Pekka | Mar 13, 2020 | Advice
When planning for a hiking trip the focus of our attention tends to be on the anticipated fun of it. How great it will be, what will the route look like, what’s the weather is going to be like and so on. Hiking insurance may not be on the top of your mind. Insurance... 
by Pekka | Dec 9, 2019 | Advice
An essential part of a genuine Alpine experience is staying overnight at mountain huts. In the European Alps they are practically always at the most a day’s walk away and they offer food, shelter and often even showers to mountaineers. A hut, in most cases, is a grave... 
by Pekka | Feb 22, 2017 | Advice, Featured, Inspiration, Italy, Long Trails
The Meraner Höhenweg, or Alta via di Merano in Italian, is a relatively easy and beautiful circular trail that will take you around the Texelgruppe National park (Parco Naturale Gruppo di Tessa). It mostly is a gentle walk but on the north side it has a high mountain... 
by Pekka | Jan 28, 2017 | Advice, Dolomites Alta Via 2, Featured, Inspiration, Italy, Long Trails
Dolomites Alta Via 2 Basics The Dolomites Alta Via 2 must easily be one of the most beautiful treks in the world. For any hiker seeking the best European experiences, this should be very high on your list. The Dolomites are a mountain range in North-Eastern Italy,... 
by Pekka | Nov 11, 2016 | Advice, Austria, Featured, Inspiration, Lechtaler Höhenweg, Long Trails
The Lechtaler Höhenweg is a demanding but rewarding 8-10 day hike through the Lechtaler Alps. It’s easy to reach from international airports. Here’s how to do it and more! Lechtaler Höhenweg quick facts: Situated in Tyrol, Austria Fly to Zurich, Munich or... 
by Pekka | Jul 12, 2016 | Advice, Featured
for a theThis is the Ultimate Packing Guide for the Alps based on years of hiking experience packed into one article! I update it from time to time as my preferences change over time. The latest update is in October 2022. You can walk in any gear or with no gear –...
