All ability walking holidays

Austria’s resorts are perfect for walkers of all abilities, with everything from gentle valley strolls to adventurous mountain hikes.

Saalbach Hinterglemm, Ellmau, Söll, Zell am See, Alpbach, Kitzbühel, Neustift, and Seefeld all offer a mix of easy routes and more demanding trails.

Scenic lakeside paths, forest walks, and panoramic mountain routes are easily accessible thanks to excellent lift networks.

Whether you want a leisurely wander or a challenging climb, Austria’s varied landscapes have you covered.

France’s walking destinations suit every level of ability, from easy lakeside promenades to mountain adventures.

Lake Annecy combines medieval architecture and vibrant markets with lakeside and mountain trails, while Morzine offers family-friendly walks, bike rides, and peaceful paths around Lake Montriond.

Other resorts like La Clusaz and Samoëns provide a blend of gentle routes and more challenging hikes, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

Italy offers walkers of all abilities stunning choices across lakes and mountains.

In the Dolomites, Selva and Canazei have everything from easy village walks to tougher mountain trails with breathtaking views.

Around the lakes, Como’s Greenway and Riva del Garda’s Ponale Way are perfect for leisurely strolls, while routes like Monte Grona offer rewarding climbs.

Other great all-abilities spots include Limone, Malcesine, Lake Iseo, Lake Ledro, Lake Maggiore, Liguria, and Montecatini.

Switzerland is ideal for all walkers, with routes from gentle meadows to challenging alpine paths.

Wengen mixes scenic village trails with iconic hikes like the Eiger Trail, while Saas Fee offers easy valley strolls and high-altitude routes with glacier views.

Nendaz’s trails range from gentle walks to panoramic climbs, and other resorts like Grindelwald, Interlaken, Wilderswil, Davos, Klosters, and Zermatt offer varied routes with stunning alpine scenery.

Madeira is full of walking routes for every level, from peaceful levada walks to adventurous mountain hikes.

The Paradise Valley walk follows a scenic levada through lush valleys with mountain and sea views.

Wildflowers and dramatic rock formations make it unforgettable, finishing perfectly with afternoon tea at a local teahouse with stunning vistas.