Choosing a hiking vacation like a hut to hut hike offers the adventure of multi-day hiking with the added comfort of established accommodations along the route. It’s our families’ FAVORITE way to travel in Europe. So if you’re wondering, “what is a hut to hut hike” I’m going to share … Read More
The Felsenland region of Germany is filled with cone shaped mountains, some of which the tops of the mountains have eroded away into the magnificent red sandstone peaks and cliffs with fortified castles built into the stone like the above Burgruine Drachenfels. What is Burgruine Drachenfels? This fun and spooky … Read More
What a hut to hut hiking trip in Europe looks like from our North American perspective. If you’re on the fence about booking a hut to hut hiking trip in Europe this article will lay out the pros and cons from my experience doing trips with my kids, friends and … Read More
I absolutely loved the TMB hike with friends, but it’s not exactly “easy”. It’s a beginner “trek” filled with good food, wine and comfy beds – but awesome glaciers, steep trails and wonder filled views. So, how hard is the Tour du Mont Blanc? Well….it depends. It’s not “technical” or … Read More
Curious about hut to hut hikes in France? It’s one of my favorite places to go hut hiking, but I’ll be real…the food is not as good as in the Dolomites. If you’re looking for a unique and adventurous way to explore the French Alps, hut-to-hut hiking in France may … Read More
If you’re looking for an action packed hike close to Kaiserslautern, the Dahn Germany Hike is for you. I’ve hiked all around the Wasgau forest and this is one of my favorite places I’ve hiked in my 8 years of living in Germany. Otherwise known as the Dahner Felsenland hike, … Read More
If you’re looking for an exciting outdoor adventure, hiking in Kaiserslautern is a must-try activity. Located in the southwest of Germany, Kaiserslautern boasts a stunning landscape that is perfect for hiking enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced hiker, there are plenty of trails to choose … Read More
Looking for a hike filled with history and beauty? The Adlerbogen hike near Kaiserslautern is filled with Celtic, German and WWII history. Only 20 minutes from Kaiserslautern, Germany is the Adlerbogen hike. What a hidden gem! Beyond the amazingly well-endowed Celtic horse fertility goddess, there are plenty of reasons to … Read More
While the Schrecksee hike is a real challenge, it’s worth it. The hike has non-stop vistas in the “land of 400 peaks” and ends at a turquoise colored lake in the magnificent and underrated Allgaüer Alps. Author’s tl;dr: Challenging 10.6 mile day hiking trail guide based on my personal experience … Read More