Where to go for the best food and drink
A walking holiday isn’t just about the views - it’s also about enjoying the local flavours along the way. After a day on the trail, there’s nothing better than sitting down to a hearty meal made with regional ingredients. These food-focused destinations combine great walking with even better eating.
Our favourite destinations for food and drink
Italian food and drink
In Italy, every meal is a celebration. From fresh pasta and rich risottos in the north to creamy gelato savoured on sunlit streets, each region offers its own culinary delights. Discover bold mountain flavours in the Dolomites, fresh lake fish around Lake Garda, and world-famous wines and rustic dishes in the rolling hills of Tuscany. Whether you're dining in a seaside trattoria or a vineyard resort, Italy promises a feast for the senses.
Austrian food and drink
Austria is known for its comforting alpine dishes like schnitzel, rösti, and rich, chocolatey desserts. From Vienna’s grand coffee houses to the rustic charm of Mayrhofen’s mountain huts, every walk leads to something delicious. Lech, dubbed the “gourmet village of the world,” boasts more award-winning restaurants per capita than anywhere else. And in Ischgl, the culinary hotspot of the Alps, fine dining meets mountain living - think high-altitude feasting with panoramic views.
Madeira food and drink
Madeira brings together tropical fruits, fresh seafood, and the famous espetada - succulent beef skewers grilled over open flames. From scabbard fish with banana to sweet bolo do caco bread and a glass of Poncha, the island serves up bold flavours with a tropical twist. Whether you’re snacking on grilled limpets by the coast or digging into honey cake in the hills, every bite is rooted in local tradition.
Norwegian food and drink
Norway's traditional cuisine is as unforgettable as its fjords, offering everything from smoked salmon and brunost-topped waffles to hearty stews like fårikål. Bergen, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, is a must for foodies, with iconic dishes like persetorsk and seafood fresh from the fjords. In Voss, rustic charm meets local specialities like vossakorv and smalahove.
France food and drink
France’s Haute-Savoie region serves up rich alpine flavours with cheese-filled classics like fondue, tartiflette, and raclette, all best enjoyed with a glass of local wine. Sweet treats like tarte aux myrtilles and vafler-like galettes make for the perfect mountain dessert.
Switzerland food and drink
Switzerland’s culinary scene is far more than just chocolate and cheese - though those are exceptional too. With dishes like rösti, fondue, and saffron risotto, plus treats like Leckerli biscuits and Zuger Kirschtorte, you’ll eat well between alpine adventures.
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