In France, wildlife is everywhere. Discreet, often invisible, but very present. And when you head out for a walk on the trails, it's best to know how to react if you encounter one. Bear, chamois,...

You don't need to aim to climb Mount Everest to ask yourself this question. Even on a leisurely hike, poles can really make a difference. They reduce the impact on the knees, improve balance, an...

Stress, mental fatigue, information overload: our brains take it all in, every day. The good news is that there's a simple and accessible way to soothe it, without screens, prescriptions, or subsc...

Want to get some fresh air without going halfway around the world? This summer, head to Haute-Savoie. With its marked trails, spectacular views, and mountain lakes that are more accessible than ...

What exactly is Gorpcore? It's a weird-sounding word, but it's a trend we're seeing everywhere. Gorpcore comes from the acronym "GORP" ( Good Ol' Raisins and Peanuts ), meaning the snack for hi...

When we think of mountains in summer, we often think of hiking. However, there are plenty of other ways to enjoy the altitude with your family. Summer tobogganing , adventure parks , mountain fa...

Fast hiking is gaining ground. Neither traditional hiking nor trail running, this hybrid practice is attracting more and more hikers who want to move faster, further, and with less weight on their...

When hiking, kids don't pretend: if their shoes are bothering them, you'll know it quickly. And there's no need to wait for the picnic break. A scrape, a slippery sole, or a pair that's too stiff,...

Choosing the right pair of hiking shoes means avoiding blisters on the first climb and ankle pain before you even reach the summit. But between bass, mid or high, it's sometimes difficult to see...