Bonjour à tous !! Voila une simple petite question quels sont les endroits sympa ou faire du camping sauvage en bretagne?? De préference sur la cote et sans etre trop derangé!
merci a tous
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Camping sauvage Bretagne
by Pokhara82
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
je m'en doute bien.
Mais fait attention quand même de bien te cacher. Je sais qu'en vendée les pers de l'ONF sont extrememnt severe.J'ai failli avoir une amende car j'étais sur un chemin de foret et apparemment c'est interdit. Pourtant c'était un sentier balisé pour les pietons. Mais, il parait que le vélo dégrade plus que les pietons.🏴☠️
Mais fait attention quand même de bien te cacher. Je sais qu'en vendée les pers de l'ONF sont extrememnt severe.J'ai failli avoir une amende car j'étais sur un chemin de foret et apparemment c'est interdit. Pourtant c'était un sentier balisé pour les pietons. Mais, il parait que le vélo dégrade plus que les pietons.🏴☠️
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Bonsoir,
Tu as bien été renseignée : le bivouack (sous réserve d'avoir l'autorisation du proprio du champ où tu as l'intention de te pauser) est autorisé mais pas le camping sauvage : à mon avis, ce n'est même pas la peine que tu essaies car les flics tournent beaucoup!!😛🙂😛
Tu as par contre pas mal de camping municipaux en bretagne, càd les nuitées pas onéreuses. Je sais que ça n'est pas le même charme, mais mieux vaut ça qu'une belle somme d'amende!! 😉
Tu conptes partir dans quel secteur de la Bretagne?? 🤪 Et quand??
Parce qu'il faut quand même savoir que tu as des nantais qui te répondent et qui s'ecriront que Nantes est en Bretagne!! Moi la première!!
😉😉
Aller, bonne chance à toi!! A bientôt!! 🙂😊
Tu as bien été renseignée : le bivouack (sous réserve d'avoir l'autorisation du proprio du champ où tu as l'intention de te pauser) est autorisé mais pas le camping sauvage : à mon avis, ce n'est même pas la peine que tu essaies car les flics tournent beaucoup!!😛🙂😛
Tu as par contre pas mal de camping municipaux en bretagne, càd les nuitées pas onéreuses. Je sais que ça n'est pas le même charme, mais mieux vaut ça qu'une belle somme d'amende!! 😉
Tu conptes partir dans quel secteur de la Bretagne?? 🤪 Et quand??
Parce qu'il faut quand même savoir que tu as des nantais qui te répondent et qui s'ecriront que Nantes est en Bretagne!! Moi la première!!
😉😉
Aller, bonne chance à toi!! A bientôt!! 🙂😊
Marine
Salut a tous !
Excusez moi de ne pas voir repondu mais j'etais en bretagne pour le pont de l'ascension 😛 !
Merci a tous pour vos reponses et vos propositions de camping......finallement on a préféré se mettre dans un camping 3 etoiles 😉 avec piscine. C'est sur que c'est pas la meme chose mais bon ca facilite bien la tache en plus le camping etait trop bien. A jugon les lacs pour 12 euros a 2. Et puis faut dire qu'il a fait trop beau ce week end je suis revenu avec des coups de soleils alors que je pensais qu'il y avait toujours de la pluie sur les cotes bretonne. Par contre je voulait faire du velo sur le sentier des douaniers et c'etait pas vraiment evident parce que c'etait assez escarpé.
Enfin voila, encore une fois merci et bonne route !
Excusez moi de ne pas voir repondu mais j'etais en bretagne pour le pont de l'ascension 😛 !
Merci a tous pour vos reponses et vos propositions de camping......finallement on a préféré se mettre dans un camping 3 etoiles 😉 avec piscine. C'est sur que c'est pas la meme chose mais bon ca facilite bien la tache en plus le camping etait trop bien. A jugon les lacs pour 12 euros a 2. Et puis faut dire qu'il a fait trop beau ce week end je suis revenu avec des coups de soleils alors que je pensais qu'il y avait toujours de la pluie sur les cotes bretonne. Par contre je voulait faire du velo sur le sentier des douaniers et c'etait pas vraiment evident parce que c'etait assez escarpé.
Enfin voila, encore une fois merci et bonne route !
Je n'ai pas vraiment d'expérience de camping sauvage mais j'ai en revanche testé un certain nombre de campings en Bretagne et si j'y ai vu le meilleur (camping municipal de Binic avec vue plongeante sur la mer par dessus le chemin des douaniers 🙂 ) j'ai aussi connu le pire avec la région de Carnac où le moins cher des campings me demandait 200 francs par nuit pour une personne seule avec une petite tente et un vélo ! 😠
C'était je crois en 1996 si ma mémoire est bonne.
C'était je crois en 1996 si ma mémoire est bonne.
"La seule chose dont on soit sûr, en ce qui concerne l'avenir, c'est qu'il n'est jamais conforme à nos prévisions." (Jean Dutourd)
viendez faire un tour a Ouessant, le camping est municipal donc pas cher, il y a aucune vue (je sais a priori ca pue du cul) mais vu ke t sur une ile, k'on parte devant derriere a gauche ou a droite la cote est tjr a moins d'1 quart d'heure...et quelle cote!! dépaysemen assuré! pour le camping sauvage c dangeureux (il fo s'éloigné des maison et donc s'approcher des falaises ki on tenance a se casser la gueule...😕) si vou aimez pa lé touristes (ou en tout cas tro de touriste) eviter la periode 15juillet-15 aout...sinon foncez!
Le camping sauvage n'a jamais été interdit en France, c'est une idée fausse pourtant très répandue, il est même largement pratiqué.
Il est interdit de camper: dans les bois, forêts et parcs classés, sur les routes et voies publiques, sur les rivages de la mer, dans un rayon de 200 m autour d'un point d'eau capté pour la consommation. dans un site classé ou inscrit dans les zones de protection du patrimoine de la nature et des sites, à moins de 500 m d'un monument historique classé ou inscrit, dans certaines zones déterminées par les autorités municipales ou préfectorales. Signalisation
Des panneaux réglementaires sont apposés aux points d'accès habituels des zones interdites. Attention: tout stationnement de plus de trois mois par an, hors terrains aménagés, doit être autorisé par le maire, l'autorisation est donnée pour trois ans maximum.
Source: Service Public, vos droits et démarches: Vacances, loisirs - source gouvernementale officielle http://vosdroits.service-public.fr/particuliers/F2059.xhtml?&n=Vacances, %20loisirs&l=N19&n=Camping%20et%20caravaning&l=N545
Voilà les interdiction en matière de camping. Le terme camping sauvage n'a aucun sens juridique. Tu peux camper sur le domaine public (qui appartient au peuple) partout où ce n'est pas interdit. Tu peux circuler partout où ce n'est pas interdit. Dans les parcs naturels, zones à statut spécial, il est interdit de camper mais il est pratiquement toujours permis de bivouaquer. Le bivouac c'est un camping d'une nuit, en théorie, tu peux camper du coucher du soleil au lever du soleil, en pratique si tu te lèves à 8h du mat plutôt qu'à 6h, personne ne te dira rien. Certains parcs restreigne cette autorisation de bivouac à certaines zones, souvent ce n'est autorisé qu'à proximité des refuges. D'autres encore l'interdisent purement et simplement. C'est toujours indiqué à l'entrée du parc. Dans tous les cas tu ne devra laisser aucun déchet et ne faire aucun feu sur le sol, car là tu tombe sous le coup de la loi. Voilà.
Il est interdit de camper: dans les bois, forêts et parcs classés, sur les routes et voies publiques, sur les rivages de la mer, dans un rayon de 200 m autour d'un point d'eau capté pour la consommation. dans un site classé ou inscrit dans les zones de protection du patrimoine de la nature et des sites, à moins de 500 m d'un monument historique classé ou inscrit, dans certaines zones déterminées par les autorités municipales ou préfectorales. Signalisation
Des panneaux réglementaires sont apposés aux points d'accès habituels des zones interdites. Attention: tout stationnement de plus de trois mois par an, hors terrains aménagés, doit être autorisé par le maire, l'autorisation est donnée pour trois ans maximum.
Source: Service Public, vos droits et démarches: Vacances, loisirs - source gouvernementale officielle http://vosdroits.service-public.fr/particuliers/F2059.xhtml?&n=Vacances, %20loisirs&l=N19&n=Camping%20et%20caravaning&l=N545
Voilà les interdiction en matière de camping. Le terme camping sauvage n'a aucun sens juridique. Tu peux camper sur le domaine public (qui appartient au peuple) partout où ce n'est pas interdit. Tu peux circuler partout où ce n'est pas interdit. Dans les parcs naturels, zones à statut spécial, il est interdit de camper mais il est pratiquement toujours permis de bivouaquer. Le bivouac c'est un camping d'une nuit, en théorie, tu peux camper du coucher du soleil au lever du soleil, en pratique si tu te lèves à 8h du mat plutôt qu'à 6h, personne ne te dira rien. Certains parcs restreigne cette autorisation de bivouac à certaines zones, souvent ce n'est autorisé qu'à proximité des refuges. D'autres encore l'interdisent purement et simplement. C'est toujours indiqué à l'entrée du parc. Dans tous les cas tu ne devra laisser aucun déchet et ne faire aucun feu sur le sol, car là tu tombe sous le coup de la loi. Voilà.
Voilà les interdiction en matière de camping. Le terme camping sauvage n'a aucun sens juridique. Tu peux camper sur le domaine public (qui appartient au peuple) partout où ce n'est pas interdit. Tu peux circuler partout où ce n'est pas interdit. Dans les parcs naturels, zones à statut spécial, il est interdit de camper mais il est pratiquement toujours permis de bivouaquer. Le bivouac c'est un camping d'une nuit, en théorie, tu peux camper du coucher du soleil au lever du soleil, en pratique si tu te lèves à 8h du mat plutôt qu'à 6h, personne ne te dira rien. Certains parcs restreigne cette autorisation de bivouac à certaines zones, souvent ce n'est autorisé qu'à proximité des refuges. D'autres encore l'interdisent purement et simplement. C'est toujours indiqué à l'entrée du parc. Dans tous les cas tu ne devra laisser aucun déchet et ne faire aucun feu sur le sol, car là tu tombe sous le coup de la loi. Voilà.
Bonjour à tous.
Au sujet de ces feux interdits, s'agit-il simplement des feux faits directement sur le sol, ou bien cela englobe les feux faits à partir d'un réchaud prévu pour ? Et notamment faits sur la planche arrière (coffre ouvert) d'une voiture ?
Quelles est la reglementation exacte au sujet de ces feux ?
Par avance merci :)
Bonjour à tous.
Au sujet de ces feux interdits, s'agit-il simplement des feux faits directement sur le sol, ou bien cela englobe les feux faits à partir d'un réchaud prévu pour ? Et notamment faits sur la planche arrière (coffre ouvert) d'une voiture ?
Quelles est la reglementation exacte au sujet de ces feux ?
Par avance merci :)
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salut cesar
ca m interresse ce sujet de camping sauvage, ici en espagne c est totalement interdit et je pensais qu en france aussi. j ai trouve sur le net que en Bretagne , Côte d’Azur, en passant par les Ardennes ou les Pyrénées le camping sauvage est autorisé.
suite a ton message, tu sembles donc confirmer ça. seulement y a un truc que je comprend pas, c est ou peux t on camper??? nouss erons en bretagne bientot et pensions plus bivouaker. mais ou poser notre tente pour une nuit?
merci de me faire savoir si tu as plus d infos.
ca m interresse ce sujet de camping sauvage, ici en espagne c est totalement interdit et je pensais qu en france aussi. j ai trouve sur le net que en Bretagne , Côte d’Azur, en passant par les Ardennes ou les Pyrénées le camping sauvage est autorisé.
suite a ton message, tu sembles donc confirmer ça. seulement y a un truc que je comprend pas, c est ou peux t on camper??? nouss erons en bretagne bientot et pensions plus bivouaker. mais ou poser notre tente pour une nuit?
merci de me faire savoir si tu as plus d infos.
nawaaak
Bonsoir, me voilà sur mon premier forum alors excusez moi si je fais quelque chose de gênant!!! En fait, j'ai une question et ça me parait être le bon lieu pour la poser: Avec un pote, nous aimerions traverser une forêt en 2-3 jours et y bivouaquer la nuit en total respect de la nature, évidemment! Seul hic, on n'a pas la forêt!! en fait on ne sais pas quelle forêt vaudrait le coup et sans tomber toutes les heures sur des routes ou des chemins balisés. En bref, nous aimerions ne pas quitter la forêt pendant ces 2-3 jours. Je vous remercie de vos réponses.😉
scandal56
En bref, nous aimerions ne pas quitter la forêt pendant ces 2-3 jours. Je vous remercie de vos réponses.😉
Salut en Bretagne peu de forêts. Il y a la forêt de Brocéliande mais parait-il elle est privée... tu peux aller dans les Landes de Lanvaux il y a quelques zones forestières j'y ai dormi à la belle étoile ( peut-être aussi planté la tente ) c'est une zone peu fréquentée...
http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landes_de_Lanvaux
si tu habites le Morbihan je connais une forêt près de Lorient mais chut !!! ha ha ha ha 😉 j'y ai fait mes armes tu peux y rester 2 jours en t'immergeant dans la forêt 😉
Salut en Bretagne peu de forêts. Il y a la forêt de Brocéliande mais parait-il elle est privée... tu peux aller dans les Landes de Lanvaux il y a quelques zones forestières j'y ai dormi à la belle étoile ( peut-être aussi planté la tente ) c'est une zone peu fréquentée...
http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landes_de_Lanvaux
si tu habites le Morbihan je connais une forêt près de Lorient mais chut !!! ha ha ha ha 😉 j'y ai fait mes armes tu peux y rester 2 jours en t'immergeant dans la forêt 😉
comment ça peu de foret en Bretagne, il y ena partout !!
Et si les coups de soleil sont au rendez_vous, ce n'est pas un hasard. Ces joursèci il fait aussi chaud chez nous qu'ailleurs et entre le vent et l'air salin il y a tout ce qu'il faut pour griller.
Des campings sympas et pas chers, ça ne manque pas et si c'est juste pour un bivouac, il suffit de demander, si tu ne laisses pas ta merde derrière tu seras accueilli partout?
ET pour les chemins, c'est très beau, c'est sûr, mais certains trouveront sans doute que c'est plus dur que prévu
KENAVO Patrick
et si c'est juste pour un bivouac, il suffit de demander, si tu ne laisses pas ta merde derrière tu seras accueilli partout?
salut aucun intérêt pour moi je préfère m'immerger dans la nature profonde.. et désolé je laisse toujours propre derrière moi il m'est arrivé souvent de ramasser les détritus des autres...😉
Forêt de Pont-Scorff?
non ce n'est pas celle-là 😉
salut aucun intérêt pour moi je préfère m'immerger dans la nature profonde.. et désolé je laisse toujours propre derrière moi il m'est arrivé souvent de ramasser les détritus des autres...😉
Forêt de Pont-Scorff?
non ce n'est pas celle-là 😉
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I’m not sure if what I’m planning is even doable, which is why I’m asking around.
This’ll be my first time doing something like this—wandering in nature *and* with a dog. I’m really excited for this adventure... and I need it. Thanks!
I’ll decide day by day how much farther to go after that. My goal is to stay in nature as much as possible, wander around for as long as I can, and restock food in villages or towns along the way.
I’m thinking of mostly camping, but we’ll see if I end up in a hotel or another campsite depending on my route.
I’d love to reach La Chaux-de-Fonds on foot... maybe even Delémont. The whole thing should take about a week, give or take.
I’ll be bringing my dog, and I’m preparing for this as soon as I’m ready.
Any tips to make sure everything goes smoothly for us? Things I should know—or avoid? What about shepherds with their flocks of sheep? And isn’t hunting season open right now?
I’m not sure if what I’m planning is even doable, which is why I’m asking around.
This’ll be my first time doing something like this—wandering in nature *and* with a dog. I’m really excited for this adventure... and I need it. Thanks!
Hello,
We’re really keen on ecosystems and want to hike in "natural" ancient forests—not planted woods or areas heavily degraded by human activity. Travel guides (like Lonely Planet) don’t provide much info on this. Could you point us to the most interesting spots? Thanks in advance for your tips. We wish you happy holidays and a fantastic 2026, full of discoveries! Claire and Albert
We’re really keen on ecosystems and want to hike in "natural" ancient forests—not planted woods or areas heavily degraded by human activity. Travel guides (like Lonely Planet) don’t provide much info on this. Could you point us to the most interesting spots? Thanks in advance for your tips. We wish you happy holidays and a fantastic 2026, full of discoveries! Claire and Albert
Hi, this might not be the right section, but I’d like to know if it’s possible to start mountaineering with another person without necessarily hiring a guide. We’ve done quite a bit of hiking but not mountaineering—we’ll just do a half-day glacier course. After that, we were thinking of starting with La Grande Motte and the Pointe de la Traversière, which were recommended to us. Honestly, for things like roping up and knots, I’ll learn at home with lots of videos and a book.
Spots where we could pitch the tent near a stream
I’d love to know if anyone has done treks in the Rwenzori Mountains and how much it costs on average, what the infrastructure is like, the landscapes, and safety in the area. Thanks so much! I’m really looking forward to your replies.
Hi there,
I’m looking for half-day hikes near Karakol (not Jety-Oguz, since I’ll be heading there separately—max 30 minutes’ drive to the trailhead).
I can find longer treks, but nothing for a short outing!
So, if you’ve got any ideas...
Thanks! :)
I’m looking for half-day hikes near Karakol (not Jety-Oguz, since I’ll be heading there separately—max 30 minutes’ drive to the trailhead).
I can find longer treks, but nothing for a short outing!
So, if you’ve got any ideas...
Thanks! :)
Hi everyone,
We’re leaving in 9 days for a two-week trip to Madeira, mainly to hike.
From my research, I’ve found that since last year, access to most trails—and systematically for the most popular ones—is now paid. You have to pay an access fee of 4.50 € per person per classified hike in 2026, and even 10.50 € for the most iconic hike: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. When paying, you also have to choose a day and a 30-minute time slot for your start time. Of course, this reservation is neither changeable nor refundable, even if the weather that day is terrible.
Personally, given the massive influx of tourists to the island in recent years, I don’t mind paying a fee to help maintain the trails. Similarly, setting a limit on the number of people who can hike them per day is certainly preferable to preserve this priceless heritage.
However, what’s much less fair is that in reality, most of the available spots are reserved: 1/ for Madeira residents (which is normal); 2/ for "economic operators" (meaning local tour operators). For example, if you’re a non-resident (independent tourist), no booking is possible for the Pico Arieiro hike for an early morning start before September! So, unfortunately, we’ll have to skip this hike. It’s the same issue for Ponta de São Lourenço, the 25 Fontes, Pico Ruivo... in short, all the most popular hikes. Oh well, we’ll skip those too!
So my question is: which hikes do you recommend where we won’t face the huge crowds that the others get? And where we can book the day before for the next day, taking the weather into account?
Finally, a quick accommodation question: we’ve booked the first week in Funchal, but I haven’t decided yet for the second week. Do you have any advice on where to stay in the south or north, preferably avoiding overly concrete-heavy and touristy spots?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
Pascal
We’re leaving in 9 days for a two-week trip to Madeira, mainly to hike.
From my research, I’ve found that since last year, access to most trails—and systematically for the most popular ones—is now paid. You have to pay an access fee of 4.50 € per person per classified hike in 2026, and even 10.50 € for the most iconic hike: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. When paying, you also have to choose a day and a 30-minute time slot for your start time. Of course, this reservation is neither changeable nor refundable, even if the weather that day is terrible.
Personally, given the massive influx of tourists to the island in recent years, I don’t mind paying a fee to help maintain the trails. Similarly, setting a limit on the number of people who can hike them per day is certainly preferable to preserve this priceless heritage.
However, what’s much less fair is that in reality, most of the available spots are reserved: 1/ for Madeira residents (which is normal); 2/ for "economic operators" (meaning local tour operators). For example, if you’re a non-resident (independent tourist), no booking is possible for the Pico Arieiro hike for an early morning start before September! So, unfortunately, we’ll have to skip this hike. It’s the same issue for Ponta de São Lourenço, the 25 Fontes, Pico Ruivo... in short, all the most popular hikes. Oh well, we’ll skip those too!
So my question is: which hikes do you recommend where we won’t face the huge crowds that the others get? And where we can book the day before for the next day, taking the weather into account?
Finally, a quick accommodation question: we’ve booked the first week in Funchal, but I haven’t decided yet for the second week. Do you have any advice on where to stay in the south or north, preferably avoiding overly concrete-heavy and touristy spots?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
Pascal
Hi there,
I’m reposting about the logistics for Samaria Gorge. I’d love to get recent info, especially about whether it’s possible to park my car in Omalos, do the hike, and then catch a bus back to my vehicle. In theory, it’s doable, but when you check the KTEL website, there aren’t any feasible schedules listed. If anyone has recently organized this with reliable, verified details, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance!
I’m reposting about the logistics for Samaria Gorge. I’d love to get recent info, especially about whether it’s possible to park my car in Omalos, do the hike, and then catch a bus back to my vehicle. In theory, it’s doable, but when you check the KTEL website, there aren’t any feasible schedules listed. If anyone has recently organized this with reliable, verified details, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
We’re flying from Montreal to Lyon this August to go hiking in the French Alps. We’ve rented a car and will be staying at campgrounds. We’re planning to do day hikes and want to stay a few days in one spot, do a few hikes, then move on to our next camping spot. Could you share your favorite spots or any recommendations for places to spend a few days with great hikes?
A few details: We arrive in early August and leave in early September. We’re looking for day hikes (or shorter), moderate difficulty, with a cumulative elevation gain of no more than 1000m, and of course, beautiful scenery! We’d prefer not to drive too much—maybe it’s best not to head too far south and deal with unnecessary heat? Along the same lines, if you know of any great campgrounds where we can start our hike directly without needing the car, we’d love to hear your suggestions!
Thanks! :-)
A few details: We arrive in early August and leave in early September. We’re looking for day hikes (or shorter), moderate difficulty, with a cumulative elevation gain of no more than 1000m, and of course, beautiful scenery! We’d prefer not to drive too much—maybe it’s best not to head too far south and deal with unnecessary heat? Along the same lines, if you know of any great campgrounds where we can start our hike directly without needing the car, we’d love to hear your suggestions!
Thanks! :-)
Hi there,
I’m planning to go hiking on this island and would like to know the best time to do it. I visited for a few days in November 2018—not for hiking but just to explore—and the weather wasn’t great, especially in the mountains. So, is a star-shaped itinerary doable if I rent a car and maybe use two different accommodations?
I’m not planning to join an organized group—just traveling with one other person and organizing things ourselves—unless you’d recommend a local agency or guide. Finally, even though I’ll be getting maps, a topo guide, and a GPS, I’d really appreciate your top hiking recommendations. Thanks so much for your tips!
I’m not planning to join an organized group—just traveling with one other person and organizing things ourselves—unless you’d recommend a local agency or guide. Finally, even though I’ll be getting maps, a topo guide, and a GPS, I’d really appreciate your top hiking recommendations. Thanks so much for your tips!
hi there,
I’m planning a trip around Cap Corse and the AGRIATES in 2026, from May 8th to 15th (there are still 2 spots left, by the way! Just DM me if you're interested).
I’d love to know which hikes are worth prioritizing in the AGRIATES. We’ll be staying in SALECCIA for two days as our base—what should we focus on from there? A round trip to IGNHU beach? Any other suggestions? For Ostricano, I think it’s too far for a round trip... Thanks for your tips! Have a great day, Anie, Toulouse
I’m planning a trip around Cap Corse and the AGRIATES in 2026, from May 8th to 15th (there are still 2 spots left, by the way! Just DM me if you're interested).
I’d love to know which hikes are worth prioritizing in the AGRIATES. We’ll be staying in SALECCIA for two days as our base—what should we focus on from there? A round trip to IGNHU beach? Any other suggestions? For Ostricano, I think it’s too far for a round trip... Thanks for your tips! Have a great day, Anie, Toulouse
Hi,
I’d like some advice on doing the Camino de Santiago—or part of it—from the Basque Country.
Best,
Hi there,
I’d like to get some info about the GR10 Pyrenees traverse. I need help planning the daily stages and accommodations—my wife isn’t an experienced hiker but walks a lot, so I’d like to schedule shorter walking days and thus a longer overall trip in terms of number of days.
Could anyone give me some help and advice? Best regards,
I’d like to get some info about the GR10 Pyrenees traverse. I need help planning the daily stages and accommodations—my wife isn’t an experienced hiker but walks a lot, so I’d like to schedule shorter walking days and thus a longer overall trip in terms of number of days.
Could anyone give me some help and advice? Best regards,
Hi there, I’m planning the Annapurna Circuit for March 2027 and I’m looking for a local agency with a local guide—preferably French-speaking—to arrange this trek for us. Any suggestions? Thanks
Hello!
We’re spending a few days in Toraja country at the end of May. We’d love to do a day trek—taking our time—on a route that’s stunning in terms of scenery, but not a level 5 in difficulty!
Any suggestions you can share, please?
Thanks in advance
Hi everyone,
I’d like to do the Mare a Mare Sud in May over 4 days. I’ve found quite a few places to stay along the route, but I’m stuck on the start and finish. I’ll be arriving by plane on Sunday evening and would like to start pretty early on Monday morning. Ideally, accommodation right at the trailhead (Alzu di Gallina) would be amazing, but I can’t find anything. Any tips? Also, for the transfer from Figari Airport to Porto Vecchio or Alzu di Gallina? At the end, I’d like to pick up a rental car—any advice on that too?
Thanks in advance!
Caro
I’d like to do the Mare a Mare Sud in May over 4 days. I’ve found quite a few places to stay along the route, but I’m stuck on the start and finish. I’ll be arriving by plane on Sunday evening and would like to start pretty early on Monday morning. Ideally, accommodation right at the trailhead (Alzu di Gallina) would be amazing, but I can’t find anything. Any tips? Also, for the transfer from Figari Airport to Porto Vecchio or Alzu di Gallina? At the end, I’d like to pick up a rental car—any advice on that too?
Thanks in advance!
Caro
I’m traveling solo by plane to Catania in May and plan to hike the northern side of Etna, starting from Linguaglossa where I’ll arrive by bus. After that, I’d love some info on how to get up to Piano Provenzana (shuttles or hitchhiking), since it seems there’s no public transport except in the summer. Can you sleep there in a free or cheap refuge, or camp? And how far up can you go without having to hire a guide? Thanks in advance. Bernard.