October 14, 2025
Wild Camping in Japan: legal spots and regulations
Discover where wild camping is legal in Japan, the rules to follow, and the best mountain and island spots for a safe outdoor adventure you will never forget.
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April 5, 2026
The 5 Most Difficult Grande Randonnée (GR) Trails in France
Five of France's hardest GR routes: distances, total ascent, daily stages, key highlights (mountains, cols, coasts) and practical prep tips for seasoned hikers.
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October 6, 2025
Wild Camping in France: where and how to sleep outdoors
Learn where wild camping is allowed in France: rules, national parks, private lands, local regulations, plus essential tips and best practices for hikers.
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September 25, 2025
Wildlife of european forests to discover while hiking
Meet the fascinating animals of European forests: deer, wild boar, foxes, birds, beavers, reptiles... and learn to observe them without disturbing them.
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September 15, 2025
Climbing Mount Toubkal: an Essential Trek in Morocco
Discover how to climb Mount Toubkal in Morocco, the highest mountain in Africa, on foot. A magnificent trek that you will remember for the rest of your life.
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September 8, 2025
Hatonosu Gorge Hiking: A Scenic Nature Escape from Tokyo
Enjoy hiking in Hatonosu Gorge near Tokyo, a scenic Japan escape with crystal-clear Tama River, suspension bridges, and stunning beautiful rocky landscapes.
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September 2, 2025
Preparing for a trek – Step 2: Essential Summer Hiking Gear
Get your backpack ready for a one-day summer hike: discover the complete 10-point checklist with all the useful and lightweight equipment to pack in your bag.
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July 24, 2025
How to react and protect yourself when a storm occurs ?
Encountering a storm while hiking can be dangerous. How to predict it, prepare for its arrival and protect yourself when it suddenly breaks during your trek ?
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July 24, 2025
Preparing for a multi-day hike - Step 1: Physical training
The necessary condition to engage with serenity in a multi-day hike is good physical condition, requiring a serious training and multiple trial hikes.
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July 24, 2025
The 25 bumps course
The course of the 25 bumps, in the Fontainebleau forest, is a very popular hiking route that offers a sportive and mountain-like experience to amateurs.
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July 24, 2025
The GR1, a path around Paris that deserves to be discovered
The GR1 hike, famous path around Paris, is a very beautiful way to discover the forests, cultural and historical places of Ile-de-France in a natural way.
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July 23, 2025
Encountering a bear, a very real risk in Japan
In 2020, as many as 13,669 bear reports were recorded in Japan. A risk to take into account when preparing for your hike, to reduce any risk of accident.
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July 23, 2025
Is hiking good for your health?
Hiking is a health-promoting activity in many ways, with a lot of global benefits for your body, your psychological state and your social relationships.
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July 23, 2025
Ooyama, a destination of choice 1.5 hours from central Tokyo
Ooyama is a 1252 meter-high mountain in Kanagawa Prefecture. It is a beautiful recommended destination for lovers of hiking, with a nice view on Mt Fuji.
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July 23, 2025
The new regulations for climbing Mount Fuji
Japan has put in place strict regulations since 2024 to climb Mount Fuji, to control the increasing flow of tourists each year and reduce the risk of accidents.
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