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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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The Long Trail, Northeastern US (Vermont to Canada) – As suggested by its name, this so-called “footpath in the wilderness” is more than a leisurely stroll: clocking in at 438  kilometres (272 miles), the Long Trail is the oldest long-distance hiking trail in the United States. End-to-enders who dare to cover the full distance from the Massachusetts-Vermont state line to the Canadian border should reckon with around 20 to 30 days en route, taking in the gorgeous views along the crest of the Green Mountains – including a 160-kilometre (100-mile) shared segment with the Appalachian Trail.

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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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The Grand Enchantment Trail (or G.E.T.), Southwestern US (Arizona to New Mexico) – Unless time is of the essence, consider taking the scenic route: this one runs from Arizona’s Sonoran Desert National Monument (near Phoenix) to the outskirts of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The G.E.T. is a 1,200-kilometre (745-mile) path through rugged yet strikingly beautiful terrain, providing hikers with ample water sources over its full length, from the Aravaipa Canyon to the Blue River and Bonita Creek. This breathtaking cross-section of the American Southwest will also amaze you with unique endemic wildlife such as the Gila monster, a giant black-and-orange lizard, as well as lonely ghost towns and protected national monuments like the Gila Cliff Dwellings and the 16th-century ruins of Salinas Pueblo Missions east of the Rio Grande.

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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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El Chaltén, Argentinian Patagonia – El Chaltén is a tiny mountain village located in southwestern Santa Cruz Province. It’s worth a visit for its ideal position among silvery peaks and glacial lakes in the heart of Patagonia, but it’s also the starting point for several hikes in the extraordinary Los Glaciares National Park – which has earned El Chaltén the title of “Argentina’s National Trekking Capital”. But which trail to pick? If you’re stepping out for your very first hike in this area, the Laguna Torre is a good start, with splendid panoramic views of the Cerro Torre and satellite granite crests, or perhaps Laguna De Los Tres, offering unforgettable panoramas of the Rio de Las Vueltas and Mount Fiz Roy (3,441 metres, 1,300 feet) towering above the cobalt blue waters of the lake.

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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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Mount Qingcheng, Sichuan Province, China – An important Taoist site – and the setting of Po’s adventures in Kung Fu Panda 2 – Mount Qingcheng offers mysticism and magnificent views. Hikers ascending to any of its 36 peaks will be treated to a number of cultural and historical sites, not to mention endless natural splendour; home to sites like Jianfu Palace, Shangqing Palace, Tianshi Cave and the 2,000-year-old engineering marvel of the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, the mountain itself is listed among UNESCO’s World Heritage treasures. Avoiding the crowded months of July and August, choose one of the two most popular routes to get to the top: the Back Mountain trail steeped in natural beauty, or the Front Mountain trail showcasing Taoist temples and other historical gems.

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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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Banaue Rice Terraces, Ifugao Province, Philippines –  Located on Luzon, the largest island in the Philippines, these stunning rice fields – carved into the mountains by the Ifugao people centuries or even millennia ago – are sometimes called “the Eighth Wonder of the World”. Don’t miss such a monumental treasure of pure human ingenuity: join a guided tour in Banaue, or embark on your own walk. Enjoy some of the most unique views in the world, as well as the chance to stay overnight in modest yet cosy guest houses run by locals.

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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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Overland Track, Tasmania, Australia – Known as “Australia’s premier alpine walk”, Overland Track is a transformative 65-kilometre (40-mile) hike – requiring a good deal of both nerves and calf muscle – that will lead you through a gorgeous array of wild terrain in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, from ancient valleys to eucalypt forests, golden buttongrass moorlands and mountain meadows. The 6-day journey starts at Cradle Mountain, home to iconic Aussie wildlife like Tasmanian devils, wombats and black currawongs, and ends at the crystal-clear shores of Lake St Clair, Australia’s deepest lake.

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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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The King’s Trail, Swedish Lapland – The 440-kilometre (273-mile) King’s Trail owes its name less to actual blue-blooded rulers than to the sense of strength and pride one gains from completing it. Feasibly traversed in 3 to 8 days, the Kungsleden – as it’s known locally – connects the Swedish cities of Abisko and Hemavan, running through the Arctic Circle for almost 200 kilometres. From mid-June to mid-September, you can walk unhindered by snow as you contemplate the pristine woodlands and rivers surrounded by Sweden’s highest peaks. Starting at the end of August, you might even be able to enjoy the Northern Lights shining above your tent site or one of the hiker cabins dotted along the way.

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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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Via Dinarica, Western Balkans – Visit Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia, Montenegro and Kosovo – all on foot. The 1,930-kilometre (1,200-mile) Via Dinarica offers a fascinating glimpse over the spectacular landscapes of these seven Balkan countries, connected by the Dinaric Alps and Sharr Mountain Range. Admire limestone peaks, verdant mountain slopes and emerald lakes, as well as shepherds’ houses, stone fortresses and the architectural traces of the passage of Illyrians, Romans, Slavs and Ottomans, not to mention picturesque villages like the charming Mostar.

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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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Seven Hanging Valleys Trail, Algarve, Portugal – With fairy-tale scenery to match its romantic name, this 6-kilometre (3.5-mile) itinerary across the sun-kissed coastal Algarve region features sea caves and natural arches sculpted by the Atlantic Ocean between Praia de Vale Centeanes and Praia da Marinha. The 6-kilometre length is one-way – but you’ll be tempted to retrace your steps to admire the changing hues of the rocks as the sun rises and sets. Plan a full day: stops at the secluded beach of Praia do Carvalho, the natural pool in Algar Seco, the beach of Benagil and the Alfanzina lighthouse are a must.

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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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The Grand Italian Trail, Italy – An eye-popping distance of 6,880 kilometres (4,275 miles) earns the Grand Italian Trail, or Sentiero Italia, a place among the world’s all-time longest treks. Crossing the Italian boot from north to south, this epic trail was recently restored to its former glory, thanks to the efforts of the Va’ Sentiero Association and the Italian Alpine Club. From Gran Paradiso in the Graian Alps to Mount Etna in Sicily, from the Pollino National Park to the Bernina Range, without forgetting the rugged and unspoiled landscapes of Sardinia, get ready to discover Italy as you’ve never seen it before.

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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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Masoala National Park, Madagascar – Madagascar is known as the “Eighth Continent”, thanks to its size and unique ecosystems resulting from over 80 million years of geographical isolation. Despite human intervention, a huge part of its land mass is still covered by forest, leaving nature lovers with plenty of paths to choose from; the Masoala National Park alone, for example, offers a tremendous number of hiking trails ranging from scenic day walks through dense rainforest and mangroves (home to over 100 kinds of lemurs and frogs), to multi-day hikes crisscrossing the island. Worth mentioning – and tackling – are the coastal path between Alhoatrozana and Antalavia, as well as the one over the needle-shaped rock formations known as Tsingy de Bemaraha, suspended across 100  kilometres (62 miles) of protected landscape.

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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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Routeburn Track, Southern New Zealand – New Zealand is famous as a Hollywood film backdrop for a reason: it’s full of wonderland-worthy scenery, from alpine meadows to crystal clear tarns and spectacular valleys. Get a load of it for yourself on the 32-kilometre (20-mile) Routeburn Track, which connects two of the country’s top highlights – Mount Aspiring (Tititea in Maori) and Fiordland National Park – and takes about 4 days to complete, with the possibility to camp or stay overnight in huts. Note: A flood in February 2020 washed out part of the track. At the moment the path has been partially restored, and you can try a similar adventure in the Routeburn Return: a 4-day, 3-night hike beginning and ending at the Routeburn Shelter.

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15 Thrilling Walking Trails Around The World .

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Bruce Trail, Ontario, Canada – A UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve and Canada’s oldest and longest marked hiking trail – 900 kilometres (560 miles) stretching from the Niagara region all the way up to Tobermory – the Bruce Trail is a great way to get to know the natural biodiversity and visual variety across the Ontario region. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an expert hiker looking forward to taking on a challenge, this trail has you covered: you can pick just one of the side tracks or multiple sections joined together to form the route, or set out to walk the entire main trail. Whatever you do, we recommend taking the Lion’s Head Trail, leading to turquoise waters you can admire from the top of a 60-metre (200-foot) cliff at Lion’s Head Lookout – for an experience you won’t easily forget.

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