Why are hiking poles the hike's response to a Swiss Army knife.

Without poles on a mountain hike are not on the map. Unknowingly, hiking rods are often painted as a quirky retirement attribute. But nothing can be so wrong. Hiking poles, on the other hand, should not be confused with ordinary walking poles that are adapted to urban environments and simpler walking trails.

Tip of the week! Listen and travel

Travel in your mind

Day 3: Grand Royal Hiking in Sapmi trailing Kungsleden

A steep climb in the Kieronback meets you early during the hike. Bit by bit the trail slopes in rocky landscape. Once up on the stony mountain it continues mainly on grass and rice fields

How to behave in a Norwegian Mountain Hut

The mountain huts in the Norwegian mountains are unique and supports you with everything a frozen and tired hiker can request. The cabins are organized on a nonprofit basis and should be embraced with high level of respect. However, there are some unwritten rules that should be taken into consideration for not get into distress.

Hiking in Marocco between Berber Villages in High Atlas

Cold make me feels alive . These words are my mantrat in the sundown when the cold takes a grip om my backbone. No sleeping bag in the world can save my sweaty body from freezing my ass off . But everything is forgotten when morning sun beams sparkles on the snow-covered peaks in High Atlas and a new hiking day is looming.

Grand Royal Hiking in Sapmi along Kings Trail -Day 2

Kungsleden(King´s Trail) is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in the World. Awesome nature through the land of Sapmi.

Grand Royal Hiking in Sapmi along Kings Trail Day 1

Kungsleden(King´s Trail) is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in the World. Awesome nature through the land of Sapmi

Fairytale Hike from the fjords to Hardangervidda in Norway

Hardangervidda is anything but mediocre. Rather a whimsical primadonna adorned with precious jewels and dramatic makeup. The walk included everything a hiker could wish for. Steep mountains, powerful waterfalls, rivers fjord but surprisingly much snow despite the seasons.

Hiking with dogs

Lilo and Daddy did their first 3-day hike starting in Grövelsjön by the Swedish mountains. An educative experience for both dogs and owners. Here are some tips from our experience ,if you decide to go on a longhike with your dogs for the first time.

Cabin Trekking in the Dolomites

6 wonderful trekking days in the Dolomites using AltaVia.

Bontrax starting cooperation with Visit North

Visit North - Easy booking and digital channel for adventures and hiking packages in nature.

Hike with friends in Cinque Terre

Hiking with friends in Cinque Terra for easy hiking and good italian food.

Cross-Country skiing in Jämtland winter paradise

3-day wintertour with great skiing,food and Sauna with mountain view and top that with magnifique dinner at Blåhammaren Mountain Station.

3 Days of village hiking in South Downs Way

English countryside village hiking is pleasant , easy and accessible for most people. However old pittoresque villages with a lively pubs ,old inns and cozy bed&breakfeast along the hills can be very refreshing

Winter Trekking in Swedish High Coast

Follow Bontrax on a 3-day winter trekking in the National park of Höga Kusten in the middle of Sweden .

Day hike in Setubal Portugal

Day hiking in Setubal just outside Lisbon. Visiting Arrabida National Park

Friday Night Hiking in Sandasjön

Skip the After Work and go hiking instead. Follow #HikeArrow on this evening Hike.

Hiking in Lake Yxen, Dalarna, Sweden

Follow HikeArrow on his Dayhike to Lake Yxen in Dalarna-Sweden. Through Cloudberry and Blueberry fields ending up making an Applepie the outdoor way.

Hiking Sweden Bergslagen

Follow Hike Arrow on his hike through Bergslagen and his overnight stay in a Windshed.

3- day hiking Saga in Hardangervidda

Hardangerfjord offers a breathtaking and dramatic hike in nature with mountains raising steep from the fjords.