Famed for its truffles, and with town names like Barolo and Barbaresco, it’s easy to understand why Piemonte is a gourmet’s paradise. The countryside is as beautiful as it is bountiful. With its abundance of excellent fresh produce and talented artisan food producers it comes as no surprise that the [...]
One of the great discoveries of 2011 has been Burgundy and what a glorious walking destination, this corner of France is. Of course everyone knows about its world-famous wines and gastronomy but it has much more to offer to walkers, especially in the swathes of glorious unspoiled countryside found in Southern Burgundy.
This year I was [...]
Hiking in Friuli: Another glorious day hike yesterday – this time our destination was our local mountain Matajur, (1642m).
It takes a couple of hours to the top where you are rewarded with panoramic views over the high peaks of Slovenia and the Soca valley.
Looking in the other direction towards Italy, you gaze out [...]
Slovenia Hiking Part 2
I am always enthusing about Slovenia and we go for a hike there most Sundays. Slovenia is a country of hikers and there are marked trails everywhere.
I try to find somewhere off the beaten track with great views- this Sunday was no exception and the weather was glorious.
Slovenia is [...]
I love Slovenia and it is at its most beautiful in October- the autumn colours are glorious! Whole hillsides ablaze with colour drop down to rushing rivers of the most extraordinary vivid blue. Some of the best walks in Slovenia are found in Triglav National Park which is just 30 minutes drive from my house. [...]
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