Walking Holidays in Europe
Walk vineyard paths, Atlantic coastline, limestone hills and mountain trails on self-guided walking holidays across France, Italy, Spain, Portugal and beyond.
Self-guided walking holidays across Europe
Walk through vineyards, coastal landscapes, old villages and mountain country at your own pace.
Our self-guided walking holidays in Europe take you through France, Italy, Spain, mainland Portugal and Madeira, Croatia, Montenegro, Malta and Slovakia, with each country offering a different kind of walking.
Follow vineyard paths through Alsace and Provence, walk the Atlantic coast in Portugal, cross the hill country of Tuscany or head into the higher trails of the Dolomites. Elsewhere, routes follow Mediterranean islands, the Adriatic coast and the mountain country of Central Europe.
You walk independently, following detailed route information and setting your own pace. We arrange your accommodation, while your main bag moves ahead to the next stop, so you walk the day with only what you choose to carry.
Choosing your walking holiday in Europe
Coastal paths, vineyard country and mountain trails each ask something different of you.
The right route depends on the kind of walking you enjoy. Some holidays follow gentler coastal paths, vineyard tracks and village lanes, while others involve longer climbs, rougher ground or higher mountain terrain.
Our walk grades consider daily mileage, terrain, ascent and descent, remoteness and navigation. Each itinerary also shows the detail for individual walking days, so you can compare routes before deciding what feels right for you.
If you are unsure which option suits you, talk to us and we’ll be happy to help you choose.
Europe Client Reviews
4.8/5 based on 2660 reviews
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"We would recommend Celtic Trails as a reliable, professional and helpful company, Holly was fabulous to deal with. Great accommodation and breakfasts, beautiful forests, majestic mountains, wonderful views. Maps and instructions were terrific. Being in the beautiful surroundings was great for the soul!"
"All of the Celtic Trails service package is excellent, thank you for a wonderful experience! The daily mileages were just right and all the hosts were all superb especially Diane at Scotch Arms (Brampton) and Kate and Ian at The Old School House (Haltwhistle) where they exceeded even 4 star hotel service quality. Outstanding detailed instructions, all accomodations are of a high quality and the luggage transfers all take place properly. The hike had just the right degree of physical challenge."
"I've wanted to do this walk for 50 years and I have finally done it. And it more than lived up to my expectations. The scenery was amazing. The experience was exhilarating. . It made me feel very happy and very much alive! Again we have come back feeling stronger & more confident than when we set off."
"Extremely enjoyable. Just leave the organisation to Celtic Trails. Get up and jsut start walking. Organising from overseas is always risky, but with Celtic Trails communucation and organisation was faultless from Day 1"
"Celtic take the 'angst' out of preparing such an event as this. Feel more relaxed mentally,"
"Celtic trails are friendly, reliable and helpful"
"Nice weather and the panorama's! The distances were perfect for older then 60 ."
"These walks allow a granular experience of a countryside you might otherwise just quickly drive through. Its a fantastic way to experience nature, get yourself into great shape, and earn your dinner."
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