• Inspired by National Walking month this May, the experts from trusted walking operator Inghams have revealed their favourite walks across Europe for the summer.
• Plus, new for 2023, Inghams are offering guests the opportunity to join up to two included guided walks per week in selected destinations.

17th May 2023: Inspired by National Walking month this May, the experts from trusted walking operator Inghams have revealed their favourite walks across Europe for the summer. 

Built on 85+ years' experience of exploring the great outdoors, the Inghams walking programme is done differently, based in one (sometimes two) locations, with no fixed itinerary. Instead, Inghams offer guests the freedom and flexibility to explore as much or as little of the local area on foot. In destinations with incredible scenery, guests can take the time to explore existing walks, sightsee, enjoy local food and drink, or just relax.  

Guests are invited to stroll, hike or stride at their own pace, around the most beautiful parts of Europe. Discover art and culture in Italy, hike the majestic Alps in Switzerland and Austria, meander quaint mountain villages or walking trails in France or fall in love with the alluring landscapes of Slovenia.

New for 2023, Inghams are offering guests the opportunity to join up to two included guided walks per week in selected destinations. These walks are exclusive to Inghams, where guests can enjoy incredible scenery, hidden trails and expert advice from a professional, local guide*.

Inghams Head of Walking Product, Laura Mason said;

“We've designed our Inghams Walking programme for people to discover the most beautiful, breath-taking scenery for walking, alongside the most fabulous local food, drink and experiences.

We're so excited that our new guided walk programme has officially launched for this summer. Working with local guides across Europe, our expert team have found the best walks in each of our hero resorts, giving guests the opportunity to discover more of our destinations on foot.”

Inghams Top Guided Walks for 2023:

Italy: In the Heart of the Puez Odle Natural Park, Selva

This 16km walk trails through the stunning Puez Odle Natural Park, a protected area with fantastic scenery and UNESCO sites. During the walk, there is the opportunity to stop off at the Rifugio Firenze, which has a large outdoor seating area, perfect for soaking up the incredible views. There is also the option to use the cable car to go to the Mastlé - Santa Cristina Panoramic Balcony which is part of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Site and has breath-taking views of the surrounding Dolomite peaks. This walk is challenging on a variety of terrain and takes approximately 5-6 hours.

Lead in price: 7 nights half board at Boutique Hotel Pralong, Selva. Flying 17th June 2023 from Newcastle, from £799 per person. Based on 2 adults sharing.

France: The 'Lac of the Cheserys', Chamonix

Weaving through the Aiguilette d'argentiere, this 10km walk has unbeatable views of the Chamonix Valley, and is also home to the mountain Ibex, known locally as bouquetins. Upon reaching the Lake of the Cheserys, walkers are treated to wonderful Mont Blanc views and those lucky enough to visit on a still day will see the landscape reflected in the lake. This is a moderate walk across mountain terrain, and takes approximately 7 hours with stops.

Lead in price: 7 nights bed and breakfast at the Hotel La Folie Douce, Chamonix. Flying 9th September 2023 from Bristol, from £739 per person. Based on 2 adults sharing. 

Switzerland: Bachalpsee and Waldspitz with Cliff Walk, Grindelwald

Starting at the top of the Grindelwald First gondola, the scenery on this 9km walk is dramatic from start to finish. Heading first to the famous Bachalpsee mountain lake, the views continue to Waldspitz, where walkers can find a hut stop and buy lunch. The highlight of the route is the chance to walk the Cliff Walk at Grindelwald First, an impressive metal walkway bolted into the side of a cliff with amazing views of the mountains and valley below. This is a moderate walk through various mountain terrain, and takes approximately 7.5 hours with stops.

Lead in price: 7 nights bed and breakfast at Jungfrau Lodge, Grindelwald. Flying 9th September 2023 from London Gatwick, from £849 per person. Based on 2 adults sharing.

Austria: Reiterkogel, Saalbach

Get up to 1,819m on this walk from the Reiterkogel cable car to the peak of the Reiterkogel Mountain, with spectacular views from the top and the chance to take a picture with the summit cross. The 8.5km route follows a network of forest trails and paths through alpine meadows to the Reiteralm Hut, where it is possible to explore the herbal garden which contains over 80 local herbs and plants. This is an easy to moderate walk through forest trails and mountain paths, taking approximately 4 hours.

Lead in price: 7 nights half board at Hotel Panthera, Saalbach. Flying 24th June 2023 from Birmingham, from £989 per person. Based on 2 adults sharing.

Slovenia: The Krnica Valley, Kranjska Gora

The Krnica Valley, located in the Triglav National Park, is surrounded by breath-taking mountains. This 14km walking route follows the valley through meadows and forests, with dramatic peaks all around. There is the option to stop at the Krnica Mountain Hut to buy lunch, and later to extend the walk to the Mihov Dom Hut and Visoki Mavrinc, a mountain at 1,562m with a summit cross and the most amazing views - it's worth the extra distance. This is a moderate walk on gentle mountain paths, taking approximately 4 hours (with an extra 1.5 hours with the extension).

Lead in price: 7 nights half board at the Ramada Hotel & Suits, Kranjska Gora. Flying 15th July 2023 from London Gatwick or Birmingham, from £599 per person. Based on 2 adults sharing.

https://www.inghams.co.uk/walking-holidays

-ENDS-

Download walking images here: https://hotelplan.chorus.thirdlight.com/link/byi3j6g4oqr6-6ezden

*All guided walks are subject to availability of local guides, weather conditions and maximum numbers. Where we cannot confirm a preferred option in resort, we will endeavour to offer an alternative, subject to the above conditions.

Inghams' Company Information

Inghams was founded by Walter Ingham in 1934, born out of his enduring passion for ski, mountaineering and walking.

Today, Inghams offers ski holidays in the winter to 76 resorts in 7 countries, plus winter wonderland and Santa Breaks to Lapland, with flights from 15 UK regional airports. In the summer, it also offers European walking holidays in the great outdoors, to Austria, France, Italy, Switzerland and Slovenia.

For more information, visit www.inghams.co.uk.

Media: Contact details:  Elise Wortley, Senior PR Executive, elise.wortley@hotelplan.co.uk, 07952171983.