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The 7 Leave No Trace Principles: How to Hike Responsibly
Published on 06/05/2026
The 7 Leave No Trace Principles offer a clear framework to help hikers make better decisions before, during, and after their journey.

Share your Hike Planner Itineraries with friends and on Social Media
Published on 01/05/2026
The Hike Planner now lets you share a live link to your itinerary and generate social media images — here's how both features work

Ruta de los Vulcanes, La Palma: Our guide to the best day hike on the island
Published on 15/04/2026
We hiked the Ruta de los Vulcanes as part of our hike around La Palma. Here's everything you need to know about the trail, logistics, and the landscape.

Where to start the Alta Via 1 (and why we did in reverse)
Published on 02/04/2026
Most hikers start Alta Via 1 at Lago di Braies. We did it in reverse from Belluno and found quieter trails, no crowds, and a much better finish.

We added AI to the Hike Planner - A Trail Assistant and Guidebook descriptions for your itineraries
Published on 19/03/2026
The Take a Hike Planner now builds a guidebook from your itinerary and answers questions about your route. Here's what the two new AI features actually do.

How much does the Tour du Mont Blanc actually cost? (Real 2026 numbers)
Published on 08/03/2026
We've done the TMB and tracked every euro: huts, campsites, food, transport. Here's exactly what it costs and how to do it cheaper.

Discover the weather, wildlife, and plants along your route with Hike Planner
Published on 23/02/2026
Check weather forecasts across key points of your route and explore the wildlife and plants you might encounter along the way. Two new map modes to help you arrive prepared, curious, and ready for the mountains.

Booking Alta Via 1 Rifugios: Tips & What to Expect
Published on 15/02/2026
Everything you need to know about the rifugios in Alta Via 1: the best huts, what to expect, and practical tips on how to secure beds.

Hike Planner update: Accommodations Real-Time Availability is here
Published on 01/02/2026
The Hike Planner now shows real-time mountain hut availability for Alta Via 1, Tour du Mont Blanc, Haute Route and Picos de Europa.

We built a Hike Planner we wish we'd had
Published on 30/01/2026
Introducing the Hike Planner. An interactive tool for planning long-distance hikes. Official routes, accommodations, variants and more, all in one place.
How to use Offline Maps and GPX Files for Hiking Navigation
Published on 16/01/2026
Learn how to use offline maps and GPX files for hiking navigation, with an introduction to Organic Maps, our favorite choice.

Tour du Mont Blanc Accommodation: What to do when everything is booked
Published on 03/12/2025
TMB huts fill up months in advance. We share the alternatives, backup strategies and lesser-known options that still get you a bed on the trail.

Crossing Brazil's first National Park from high mountains to Atlantic forest
Published on 09/08/2025
A two-day hike through Itatiaia National Park on the Rancho Caído route. A hike through the layers of Brazil’s natural beauty...

Exploring the best of the Catalan coast on the Camí de Ronda trail
Published on 06/06/2025
Discover a scenic 2-day hike along the Camí de Ronda, from Palamós to Sa Punta. Coastal views, hidden coves, and charming villages make this Costa Brava route perfect for a weekend escape.

We hiked in Iceland’s harsh weather and here’s what we learned
Published on 14/05/2025
Wind, rain, and river crossings - here’s what we learned hiking the Laugavegur Trail and how you can be ready for Iceland’s unpredictable weather.
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