Van life, hiking and outdoor adventures across Europe
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These are the apps I use for full-time van life in Europe, tested across four years and 13 countries with two dogs and no fixed address. The list covers overnight parking, food, fuel, navigation, weather, trail safety, money, and ferries. No apps I tried once. No affiliate padding. Just what I open every single day…
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Giau Pass (Passo di Giau) is a high mountain pass in the Dolomites, South Tyrol, Italy, sitting at 2,236 metres. It is one of the highest paved passes in the region, accessible to campervans, open between June and October. This guide covers overnight van parking at the summit, the Lago Federa loop hike en route,…
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After a rainy start of 2022, we have decided to spend long a weekend in the Lake District. Our usual weekends involve lots of climbing and hiking and we often try to cramp too much in 2 days. So for a change, we decided to have a relaxing weekend with some nice walks and spend…
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Eight of the most memorable hikes on the NC500 and Isle of Skye – including Beinn Eighe (18 km, 1,116 m ascent), Sandwood Bay (13 km), the Quiraing loop, Old Man of Storr, and Fairy Pools. Each trail listed with distance, time, and honest notes from the route. With all the COVID-19 going on, it…
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Today we went for a little walk around Warland Reservoir. This is our ‘go-to’ spot when we don’t have much time, but still like to get outside even if it’s for an hour or two.Below are just a few reasons why we like coming here: Let me know if you been here before, and what…
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No matter how many times I visit this place, I always have loads of fun! No two adventures are the same – every trip throws up new scenery and fresh experiences. This beautiful spot is only a 45-minute drive from Manchester 👌🏻 The Blackstone Edge offers a rocky 1,549ft summit, and a road that was…