HF Holidays blog

We’ve had a long love affair with Spain, not least for its steamy-hot summers, lovely beaches, big-name cities, and walking opportunities on its mainland and islands.

As the UK's leading walking holiday provider, we're passionate about helping people of all fitness levels reap the long-term mental health and wellbeing benefits of getting active in the great outdoors. May is National Walking Month, so we think there's no better time to lace up your boots and discover the joys of an active lifestyle amidst Britain's breathtaking landscapes. This annual event aims to encourage people to incorporate more walking into their daily lives. This year’s theme is #MagicOfWalking, celebrating the happiness that walking can bring. Here are just a few of the ways walking can put a smile on your face. 

From sky-high peaks to sun-kissed shores, Europe tempts walkers with its diverse and dramatic landscapes – all of which are best explored with someone who can bring them to life. Having a local leader by your side means the organising and route planning is in their hands, so you can concentrate on soaking up the scenery and exploring new surroundings. Whether it’s a challenging hike in the Alps, a walk along waterfall-laden routes, or a scenic stroll along rocky peninsulas that tempt you, here are 10 of our favourite guided walks in Europe to inspire you. 

Following a rigorous accreditation process, we are delighted that HF Holidays is now a certified B Corporation (or B Corp). This means we’re a business that has reached the highest standards of social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability to balance profit and purpose. Simply put, we’re doing good for the planet and its people and will always strive to ensure our holidays have a positive impact on the places we travel to.

We’ve had a long love affair with Spain, not least for its steamy-hot summers, lovely beaches, big-name cities, and walking opportunities on its mainland and islands.