Touching Nature Travel specialises in independent walking holidays and self-guided walking breaks for the independent traveller to some of the most magnificent and diverse landscapes of Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Italian Dolomites and South Tyrol.

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Photographs of the small village of Belvédère, of the valley La Gordolasque in the Parc du Mercantour, of the fauna of Mountain…to 60 kms of NICE Riviera FRANCE… We wish, through this website, to propose opportunity to you of liking and perhaps of discovering the MOUNTAIN…

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For a two or three day backpacking trip you probably don't need to worry about washing your hiking clothes. If you are hiking for longer and want to avoid packing the extra clothes with you then follow this simple advice for cleaning your clothes...

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If you are one of those that are squeamish about crawling and flying pests, do not bother taking a hike in a tropical rainforests. This is maybe an additional checklist apart from your health condition and your gear list selection. You have to...

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If you are serious about hiking, then you should invest in an internal frame backpack. There are other types of packs out there, but this kind is best for long hikes. Daypacks, which usually do not have a frame at all, are okay if you go on very...

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If you are into hiking, then you should know the importance of a good day hike backpack. It is important that your pack be high quality and durable to make it through several uses. You can use a regular bag for your travels, but they are not likely...

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If you live in an area or spend time outdoors in national campgrounds or parks where you may encounter bears, then you need to be able to defend yourself with some type of bear repellent or bear spray. These sprays may be called by different names,...

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To visit the bizarre yet breathtaking mountain range that is Saxon Switzerland is like being transported to another world. There is an inherent gothic atmosphere derived from the vast sandstone pinnacles that dwarf the trees and houses below, and the intrigue of the castles, caves, gorges and forests peppered between them causes your imagination to run wild.

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Looking for ways to escape the city and the hectic pace of everyday life? RealTraveler Kristen in the UK found a great outlet for stress - joining a hiking club. She’s studying abroad in Bradford, England, and enjoyed the opportunity to get away from the rigors of study and the challenges of city life.

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Perhaps you view hiking as easy or a “piece of cake” as some would say. Put on some boots, shorts and a shirt and off you go. How hard can it be? Well, walking is not necessarily the same thing as hiking. Ask any experienced hiker.

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