Planning your next holiday and want to mix in a real adventure?
Whether you’re chasing sunshine, mountain views, or a refreshing dip after the run — these trails in stunning destinations are perfect for mixing movement with a well-earned break.
Quite well-known locations, but busy:
🇪🇸 Tenerife – Anaga Rural Park & Teide National Park.
Tropical forests, ridgelines, and the highest peak in Spain.
🇪🇸 La Palma (Canary Islands) – Ruta de los Volcanes A lunar landscape of volcanic ridges above the clouds.
🇫🇷 Provence, France – Gorges du Verdon & Montagne Sainte-Victoire Dramatic cliffs, lavender fields, and gentle countryside trails that pair perfectly with rosé.
🇮🇹 Lake Garda, Italy – Sentiero del Ponale & Monte Baldo Iconic views, steep switchbacks, and post-run gelato. A runner's with an espresso break built in.
🇵🇹 Lisbon Coast, Portugal – Sintra Forest & Rota Vicentina Ancient castles, misty woods, and clifftop views over the Atlantic.
🇫🇷 Chamonix, France – Mont Blanc Trails The heart of European trail running. Alpine trails, altitude, and glacier-fed rivers.
🇿🇦 Cape Town, South Africa – Table Mountain & Lion's Summit before sunrise, run through fynbos, and end with breakfast by the ocean.
🇪🇸 Gran Canaria – Roque Nublo & Tamadaba Natural Park Year-round sun, steep climbs, and pine-scented trails across volcanic terrain.
🇮🇹 Dolomites, Italy – Tre Cime di Lavaredo & Alta Via Routes Sharp peaks, flowing ridgelines, and scenery that feels straight out of a fantasy film.
🇺🇸 Flagstaff, Arizona – Buffalo Park & Humphreys Peak Trail High-altitude playground for trail lovers. Train like a pro or soak up those piney views.
Off-the-beaten-track alternatives:
🇪🇸 La Gomera (Canary Islands) – Garajonay National Park
Dense laurel forests, ancient trails, and panoramic ridge views with barely another soul around.
🇪🇸 Sierra de Grazalema, Spain – Pinsapar Trail & Garganta Verde
Limestone cliffs, fir forests, and hidden canyons in Andalusia's natural park.
🇸🇮 Julian Alps, Slovenia – Triglav National Park
Alpine lakes, wildflower meadows, and fewer crowds than the Dolomites — pure mountain magic.
🇮🇹 Sibillini Mountains, Italy – Grande Anello dei Sibillini
A multi-day loop through lesser-known Italian peaks, ancient villages, and mystical legends.
🇮🇹 Sardinia, Italy – Selvaggio Blu (expert only)
One of Europe's challenging coastal hikes. Wild, remote, and unforgettable.
🇦🇱 Western Balkans – Peaks of the Balkans Trail
A transnational trail through Albania, Kosovo, and Montenegro. Remote peaks, old-world hospitality.
🇫🇷 Cevennes, France – Stevenson Trail (GR70)
A historical path through chestnut forests and rugged hills, following in the footsteps of Robert Louis Stevenson 🇪🇸 Menorca, Spain – Camí de Cavalls
A complete coastal loop of the island. Sea breeze, secluded coves, and Mediterranean light.
Wherever you're going, take your trail shoes — and your OLEUS. Great trails make great holidays.
