Where to go hiking in Europe: the best one-day options

Europe is famous for its cultural attractions and incomparable natural beauty. It can satisfy the needs of all kinds of tourists, both city and nature lovers.

To enjoy the incredible scenery, you don't have to stock up on tents and go on a long journey. EuroNews told you about one-day routes that will impress travelers with their authenticity and beauty.

St. Anton am Arlberg, Tyrolean Alps

One of the best places for hiking in the Alps is St. Anton am Arlberg, located just an hour's drive from Innsbruck. This picturesque alpine village is famous for its ski slopes in winter, but in summer, it turns into a paradise for hikers.

On the WunderWanderWeg and the Alpenblumen and Kräuter trail, which runs through alpine meadows, you can enjoy the diversity of natural resources. You can also walk barefoot among the alpine grasses or stop at one of the 14 flower gardens.

Bergen, Norway

For those who dream of seeing glacial lakes and mountain peaks, a trip from Bergen to Lake Bondhusvatnet is the perfect choice. This amazing place is located in the Folgefonna National Park and can be reached within a two-hour hike.

The view of the Bondhusbreen glacier from here is magnificent. And for those who want more adventure, you can continue on to the Trolltunga - Troll's Tongue rock formation.

Ojców National Park, Poland

Krakow is known for its culture and active nightlife, but a short drive from the Old Town you can find natural tranquility in the Ojców National Park.

Here, among the limestone formations of the Jurassic period, you can walk along numerous hiking trails, visit Neolithic caves and authentic castles. This is an ideal place for fall hiking.

Saxon-Bohemian Switzerland, the border of Germany and the Czech Republic

For those traveling from Dresden or Prague, a great option would be to hike to the Bastei Bridge, which is located in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. It takes just 40 minutes by train from Dresden to reach this place, known for its rock formations.

On the Czech side, tourists can admire the Pravčice Gate, a unique natural arch that became the location for the filming of the legendary movie The Chronicles of Narnia.

Pilatus, Switzerland

The Swiss Alps have always been a magnet for tourists. A hike to Pilatus is one of the best opportunities to see them in all their glory. Zurich is a great starting point for the trip, from where you can reach Lucerne and from there the Pilatus Mountains by cogwheel railway.

For those looking for more activity and adventure, there is a hiking route that takes about 4.5 hours and offers stunning views of alpine meadows and streams.

Dolomites, Italy

Bolzano is an ideal place for short day hikes in the Dolomites. Right from the city, you can take a cable car to the village of Renon, where 300 km of hiking trails await you.

One of the most interesting paths leads to the earthen pillars of Renon/Ritten - unique natural formations that look like stone spires.

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