Hear about Hiking in Europe as the Amateur Traveler talks to travel writer Cassandra Overby from exploreonfoot.com about how and why to see Europe from its trails and paths.

The podcast episode features Cassandra Overby, a travel writer and author of Home Base Hiking Europe and Explore Europe on Foot, discussing hiking as a unique way to explore Europe. Below is a summary of the episode's key highlights:

• Cassandra transitioned to hiking-based travel after becoming disillusioned with typical tourist experiences, which felt too globalized and disconnected from local cultures.
• She discovered that hiking offered a more meaningful and immersive way to travel, leading her to explore Europe on foot.

• European hiking is highly accessible and civilized, with amenities like mountain huts and small villages offering beds and meals.
• Trails in Europe are well-connected to public transport, unlike U.S. hikes that often require driving to remote areas.

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https://amateurtraveler.com/hiking-in-europe/

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