The Red Cliffs are one of those places I didn’t expect much from — a 2 km trail sounded almost too short to bother with. But the cliffs themselves are genuinely striking, the Rūcamavots spring is one of the most charming natural spots I’ve come across near Cēsis, and the open-air art exhibition in the…
If Morskie Oko is the most famous lake in the Tatra Mountains, the Valley of Five Polish Lakes is its lesser-known — and arguably more spectacular — neighbour. The trail is longer and more demanding, but it rewards hikers with five stunning alpine lakes, two impressive waterfalls, and far fewer crowds. For anyone looking for…
This route connects two of the Western Tatras’ most beautiful valleys — the popular and scenic Kościelisko Valley and the quieter, less-visited Mała Łąka Valley — while passing through peaceful forest trails and finishing with an open meadow that offers impressive views of the Czerwone Wierchy massif. It’s a point-to-point hike, which makes using public…
Several routes lead to the summit of Wielki Giewont. This route starts in the Strążyska Valley, climbs to the summit, and then descends toward Kuźnice. The total route length is about 11.8 km and can typically be completed in around 6 hours. The ascent through Strążyska Valley is particularly scenic, offering beautiful mountain panoramas. The…
The Dunika Bog boardwalk is one of the longest bog boardwalk trails in Europe, stretching for about 5 km in one direction. Because the trail is linear, the usual route is to hike it out and back, making the total distance around 10 km. The bog itself — known locally as Tīrspurvs — is estimated…
Purezers Trail is one of Latvia’s hidden natural gems. This scenic circular trail leads visitors around Purezers Lake, offering beautiful views of both the lake and the surrounding bog landscape. The trail is 3.5 km long and can be completed in a little over an hour. However, this is a place where the goal is…
The Lielie Kangari Bog Trail is one of the closest bog trails to Riga, offering a perfect escape to experience Latvia’s natural beauty. Right next to the trail, you’ll find a 33-metre-high observation tower — the second tallest metal tower in Latvia — providing sweeping views of the bog, Kangari Lake, and the surrounding forests….
Near Kuźnice there is an interesting hiking trail that leads to the summit of Nosal (1206 m). Although this is not one of the highest peaks in the Tatra Mountains, it offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and several great spots where you can stop and enjoy a picnic. The hike itself is relatively…