Scattered across the mountains, lakes and forest are towering wooden animals: Dragons, lions, bears, and dinosaurs, hidden just far enough off the path to feel like a discovery.

The via ferrata in Manderscheid is a fun and challenge course next to a medieval castle not far from Spangdahlem Air Base.

Rifugios date back to the late 1800s when mountaineering clubs began building shelters for climbers.

Visit Cochem for the annual Moselle Peach Blossom Market.

The MADE Trek offers a quieter way to experience Italy’s mountains. Short for “Malga and Alm Desired Experience” the route emphasizes slow hiking and connection to local communities, linking malgas and alpine farms across the Italian Austrian border.

The South West Coast Path is a long-distance trail in England which can be done as a series of day hikes like this one in Dorset.

A last minute cancellation resulted in a fun surprise on this half-day tour hiking Vesuvio in Naples, Italy.

Stuttgart has plenty of green spaces, but these three gardens are unique.

Here is your go-to resource for wild camping while in Germany. Yes, it’s possible, but you must book your trekking camp ahead of time.

Enjoy a magical, bright pink stroll and sample almond-blossom inspired food in the KMC area.