Summer freshness on a hiking holiday
Summer is made for long mountain tours or a hiking holiday in cooler climes. When the thermometer indicates temperatures above 30 degrees, mountain breaks are the way to go. In summer, the hiking destinations of Europe reach their peak: everything is in bloom, the sky is clear and evenings can be spent with a glass or two of wine on the hotel terrace. Eurohike has the most beautiful hiking trails to suit every taste. From intensive mountain tours to hiking holidays by the sea or hiking days with cultural highlights – there is something to suit every wish and level of hiking.
Our most beautiful hiking holidays in summer
Summertime is hiking time in Austria
Mountain tours in Austria: In the ‘Land of mountains’, Austria, there are plenty of summits to climb and alpine pastures to visit. Be it in Tyrol, the Salzburger Land, the Salzkammergut or Carinthia: Demanding mountain hiking holidays await you in many regions of the Alpine state. For a long hiking holiday in summer, the Eurohike team recommends the new long-distance trail Salzalpensteig. The Dachstein High Mountain Trail as well as the Alpe-Adria-Trail or the hiking holiday Dachstein High Altitude Circular Path, 7 days is also ideal for a summer hiking holiday, and impresses with its natural landscapes. Every day the mountain scenery greets you on our mountain hiking holiday Salzburg’s Peaks & Kitzbühel Alps, 8 days.
Summer hiking in Germany
The mountains of Germany are the perfect place to escape the summer heat. Gentle breezes, fantastic views over the mountain peaks and culinary delicacies are on offer for hikers. The mountain hikes require a little more stamina than moderate walking tours, but reward with impressive views. Take a look at our selected mountain hikes, which are particularly suitable for the wonderfully warm summer months. Here in beautiful Germany, numerous Eurohike hiking holidays can be found at lofty heights. In the Chiemgau Alps you hike between panoramas of mountain lakes, while our Black Forest tour will put you under its spell. On our mountain hiking holiday Rhine walking: Rüdesheim - Koblenz, 8 days you hike on one of the most beautiful premium hiking trails in the country, past vineyards and castles. Culinary delights are guaranteed! On the mountain hiking tour Bavarian & Salzburg Alps, 8 days you explore the most beautiful places with distant views from the Königssee to the Hochkönig.
Hiking holidays towards the sun: hiking in Switzerland
Ticino, Mont Blanc, Graubünden or the Gotthard Massif – hardly any other country offers as many unique alpine places as Switzerland. Once you’ve climbed the mountains, you can be sure of a cool breeze blowing over the peaks. Ideal conditions for a hiking holiday in summer. Enjoy the wonderful distance views over the Swiss mountains on our hiking tour Via Albula & Bernina, the trekking-tour Via Alpina „Bear Trek“ with Charm, 8 days or the imposing mountain hiking holiday Aletsch Panorama Trail. The beautiful regions in Switzerland are the perfect hiking destinations in the warm summer months.
The scent of summer in France
The strong wind on the cliffs in northeastern France is particularly good in the warm summer months. Immerse yourself in a Mediterranean active experience on our walking holiday Steep Coast of Brittany, 9 days and discover the beautiful coasts such as the pink granite coast or the Golêo Coast. In addition to the impressive play of the tides, you will gain an insight into the life of the people in the French coastal areas: from growing vegetables to fishing and the hustle and bustle of the weekly markets. Life in Brittany is so wonderful. An equally enjoyable hiking experience awaits you on our walking holiday Normandy & Jersey, 8 days and the walking holiday Dordogne Périgord with Charm, 8 days.
A summer dream for hikers in Italy
Pleasantly warm temperatures, one culinary and cultural highlight after the last as well as a picturesque landscape. All of this makes a walking holiday in Italy so unique. The varied regions have an unmistakable charm and are also ideal hiking destinations in summer. From the wonderful regions in South Tyrol, to the picturesque lagoon city of Venice in Veneto, Lake Garda or Piedmont. A summer in Italy is sure to be a wonderful experience. Whether on our hiking holiday from Lake Garda to Venice, 8 days or the hiking holiday Lake Reschensee – Lake Kalterer-See, 9 days, or the hiking tour Panorama Hiking in the Vinschgau, 8 days, or the mountain hiking holiday from Garmisch to Meran with Charm, 8 days or the hiking holiday Piedmont, 8 days – with Eurohike you can explore the most beautiful hiking paths and landscapes in Italy on foot.
Mediterranean hiking pleasure in summer
Spain and Portugal attract visitors with their multifaceted natural areas, wonderful cuisine and the special warmth of the locals. The beautiful regions on Tenerife, Madeira or the Algarve offer a wonderful time out in nature, especially in the summer months. You will experience an impressive active experience on our mountain hiking holiday Walking Paradise Tenerife, 8 days. Explore the most beautiful hiking routes on the island on our hiking tour Around Madeira with Charm and spend the night in accommodation typical for the region with special extras and comfort. On our hiking tour Algarve Coastal Walk, the dreamlike route takes you from west to east along the wild Atlantic coast – fantastic sandy beaches and wildly romantic nature included. No matter which hiking tour in the south you choose – a soothing break in the Mediterranean nature is guaranteed.
