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The Most Scenic Alps Walks for Your Photo Album

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One of the most notable and famous mountain chains in the world can provide you with a lot more than just another personal record to beat or new heights to reach. One of the most notable things is a great bird’s eye view of the world around you, panoramas that extend for miles.

While sightseeing is not usually what we head off into the mountains for, it is still something that we end up appreciating. This is especially true once we reach the summit or at least a high enough point. The Alps are no different, and with a bit of planning and the right equipment, you can enjoy a breathtaking view while walking down one of its many scenic routes.

Most Scenic Alps Hikes From a Photographer’s Perspective

The Eagle’s Nest

Eagle's Nest

Yes, this is the mountain retreat that was favored by Hitler himself, and also the location around which the book “Where Eagles Dare” is centered. It goes without saying that this trip can scratch a lot of itches at the same time, appealing to history buffs as well as lovers of scenic views and general adventurers at the same time.

The view itself both to and at the resort is breathtaking, nature itself opening in front of your very eyes. The temptation of snapping a few pictures for your album is one that is hardly resistible.

One important thing to note here is the fact that this resort was initially designed to be very hard to find. And even though there are markings and maps all over the place, it is still very possible to get lost if you happen to venture off on your own. A good way to counter that is to equip yourself with the best hiking GPS that you can find and keep it on hand and charged at all times.

Another thing worth noting here is the fact that you will be presented with a whole host of ways to get up to the resort itself. While it might seem a bit more comfortable to grab a car to your destination, it is recommended that you stick to the walking route in order to get the full experience.

Zugspitze

Zugspitze

It is very important to know in advance that this is not a trip for the lighthearted. It takes a total of two days and the main objective is to reach the highest point, which is both difficult and moderately dangerous in of its own.

Once you reach the top, though, and you stand on the very peak itself, you are treated to one of the most beautiful sights that you will ever see in your lifetime.

Imagine being able to see not just the whole country of Germany in a panoramic 360-degree view, but also in places even beyond. Even the clouds themselves are either at your level or below it, you at that point feeling like a literal god peering down at the world below.

If you plan on taking this trip on, make sure you properly pack for two days of mountain climbing. Make sure that you also bring along a pair of binoculars so that you can really enjoy the view once you’re up there.

Partnachklamm

Partnachklamm, Greatest Alps Hikes

This walking trip is a bit different from the rest because instead of focusing on getting you as high as possible and letting you enjoy the panoramic view, it actually focuses on the beauty of nature up close and personal.

That being said, this is a trip that starts off at a gorge, continuing up a river from there, passing several raging waterfalls, through thick woods, into caves and ravines, literally getting as close to nature as possible

This, of course, provides the travelers with access to stunning scenery and photo opportunities that they would not be able to find anywhere else, as well as memories that will last a lifetime. It is also a great way to observe different aspects of traditional Bavarian village life as you pass them by.

You can take the trip by yourself or join a guided tour, however, whichever one you choose you should always remember to not bring any food along with you. You will be stopping and eating at Bavarian cottages. Plus, having food on you tends to attract wildlife.

Tour du Mont Blanc

Tour du Mont Blanc, one of the best hiking trails in Europe

Moving from the German Alps to the French Alps, we have a trip around the highest mountain in the entire Alpine Chain that stretches the boundaries of three different countries. The trip starts in Chamonix in France and will take you through picturesque valleys, rustic villages, all the way through to Italy and then Switzerland, circling back to Chamonix.

The walk takes several days and there is no camping required. There are a lot of accommodations available, from luxurious hotels to cheap hostels. Not to mention that there are also local lodgings and you can easily rent out a room in a comfortable rustic cottage for one night.

All in all, it is one of the most sought after Alps hikes because of all the natural beauty that adventurers get to experience, along with the different cultures and people that they will come into contact with along the way. The Tour du Mont Blanc is obviously one of the greatest hikes in Europe.

This trip requires quite a bit of planning in advance, so make sure that you have every aspect and every detail properly set up beforehand.

In Conclusion

The Alps are known for a lot of things. They are difficult and dangerous to scale, they present a lot of challenges no matter what aspect you want to tackle, however, they are also capable of providing you with the ability to see and appreciate nature’s beauty.

There are a lot of unique and diverse trips out there, all designed to show you one of the many faces of Alpine nature so that you can experience and enjoy them first hand.

Regardless of which one you choose, remember to do your research. Plan ahead and set everything up beforehand, so that when you don’t have to worry about anything other than enjoying yourself while on the trip.

Guest Author Bio

Rebecca lives in USA, but loves hiking all over the world. Her favorite is Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal. It usually takes 16 days, but she likes to slow down, enjoy mountains, company of other adventurers and take more pictures, so it took her 28 days last time. Another of her passion is the ocean, so all short and long hikes along the ocean shore bring a lot of joy. She also writes for http://hikingmastery.com/.