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The south of Portugal has pleasant temperatures of between 8 and 29 degrees Celsius all year round. This means the Algarve is a popular hiking destination all year round. But it is not only the weather that makes it attractive! It also boasts paradisiacal beaches, historical monuments, picturesque fishing villages and extensive nature reserves. Every nature lover should get to know the Algarve once in his or her life!  Details of the hiking holiday in the Algarve What to look forward to on your hiking trip through the Algarve: the scent of olive groves, almond and fig trees, as well as juicy oranges and lemons. Add to that flower meadows and pine forest-lined hiking trails. With all the glorious views, this hiking trip in Portugal is definitely a treat for the senses. Explore a paradise in hiking boots! Highlights of the walking holiday in the Algarve Picturesque fishing villages: Enjoy delicious fresh fish in the fishing villages of Cabanas, Fuzeta and Santa Luzia. Reserva Natural do Sapal: Flamingos hide in this moorland – take a closer look and maybe you’ll see some of these graceful birds. Ilha de Tavira: Discover the island of Tavire with the Ria Formosa nature reserve and beautiful sandy beaches. Useful information about the Algarve hiking trip The hike through the Algarve in southern Portugal will take you to the Spanish border to Vila Real de Santo António. The at times narrow winding paths give the eight-day tour real character. Also scheduled: a rest day, so you have enough time to explore the impressive culture and architecture of Portugal. For example, the garden in the castle ruin of Tavira is worth a visit. Water loves can also spend a day relaxing by the beautiful sparkling sea.  This hiking trip is ideal for casual hikers who want to walk between three and four and a half hours a day. You only need to bring with you some basic fitness and comfortable footwear. You’ll travel on hiking and forest trails through the beautiful Algarve. Would you like to hike in the Algarve, but don’t want to carry your luggage? The Eurohike team will transport your suitcases to any hotel along the route.

Sitting at 3,000 metres above sea level, the ‘majesty’ rises above the other mountains: the Dachstein. The imposing glacier clad peak separates the Austrian provinces of Styria, Salzburg and Upper Austria and is a popular trekking area due to its magnificent beauty. The Dachstein high altitude circuit trails through secluded valleys, alpine meadows and high plateaus that, with their solitude and silence, make the heart beat a little faster.  Details about the hiking holiday in the Dachstein region Mountain hikers will not be disappointed with the Dachstein high altitude circuit. The eight-day trekking tour around the Dachstein offers a fascinating view of the Alps and the Salzkammergut. In addition, it holds true treasures: including the 2,458 metre high ‘Bishop’s Cap’, which owes its name to the characteristic shape of the double summit. Or the Soleweg, which leads along the historic salt pipeline to the Hallstatt salt mine. In the Styrian Dachstein plateau fragrant pine trees line the path to the Stoderzinken. Having arrived at the Brno hut, you will then taste a ‘Zirbenschaps’. Look forward to a demanding hike for mountain enthusiasts around this limestone region. Highlights of the Dachstein high altitude circular path at a glance: Make the most of your mornings: The early bird catches the worm! Experience the impressive dawn close up as it comes into view as the mist clears. Rocky peaks and fascinating views: Hike through several climatic regions! Climbing up the angular, reddish south faces of the Dachstein limestone in pleasant air and experience cool temperatures at the glacier region: both are possible at the Dachstein. Boat trip on Lake Hallstatt: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hallstatt by boat. There, culture meets nature and history. Useful information about the Dachstein high altitude circuit The eight-day hiking tour around the Dachstein starts with your own journey to Ramsau. Over the next few days you will enjoy the morning atmosphere on the Gosaukamm, the far-reaching view of the border triangle, and the delicacies served in the numerous mountain huts. Each day trip offers variety, is approximately 17 kilometres long and takes roughly six hours. Please note: The demanding high-altitude hiking trail offers numerous spectacular views, but it requires sure-footedness and a good physical condition!

What more could you want: romantic villages, views of historic castles and palaces and a landscape bordered by flowering vines and fragrant apple trees. The icing on the cake is that you can also enjoy excellent South Tyrolean culinary specialities with fine wines. Stroll through the winding alleyways, and taste the city air on the light-flooded high plateau of Mölten. This is South Tyrol, as you always wanted to experience it. Details of the South Tyrolean wine & alpine trail Begin your hiking trip in the spa town of Merano, where beloved Austrian Empress Sisi fell in love. Before you come to the provincial capital of Bolzano and the fairytale Piazza Walther, visit Lana. The charming market town is also known as the Apple Metropolis. A cable car ride to Jenesien is also part of this tour. From a bird’s eye view you can see the castles, palaces, Lake Caldaro and the mountain massifs of the Dolomites. You’ll feel totally relaxed in Mölten at 1,100 metres. Because the feelings as you gaze upon the magnificent views of the Adige Valley are difficult to put into words. You hike up the Stone Mandln, from where you can see the alpine Rosengarten. Highlights of the South Tyrolean wine & alpine trail: Spa Merano: The spa town and the idyllic old town of Bolzano let you enjoy typical Italian flair. South Tyrolean wine route: Take time to enjoy! Because you don’t get to taste wine like this every day. Cin cin! Romantic views: The Rossengarten (a mountain group), the Adige Valley and Lake Caldaro will melt any mountaineer’s heart. Because the Italians and their landscapes have a lot of charm. Knottnkino: A unique vantage point of the Adige Valley and the Meraner Becken on your way from Mölten to Merano. Enjoy the breathtaking panorama of the mountains from your cinema seat! Useful information about the South Tyrolean wine & alpine trail All routes on this tour take place on good hiking trails. These are mostly forest roads or paved roads. The distance is between 11 and 19 kilometres daily. If you have good basic fitness, this hiking trip is guaranteed to be pleasurable. You will be rewarded with panoramic views, culinary temptations and fresh alpine air. Book a luggage-free seven-day trip in South Tyrol with Eurohike now – then you can start looking forward to it!