Walking on the road, it seems almost easier to be able to do. However, there are plenty of things to keep in mind. NU.nl won the the opinion of an expert, and in turn, the most important of the tips for walking holidays in a row.

if you are coming from a fixed accommodation, day trips, like to a historical way of travel; it all begins with a realistic schedule. “An adult walks an average of 4 to 5 miles per hour. And it is on level ground, progress is faster than in the mountains. If you have little experience, it is wise to be well ahead of your vacation is to begin. Build up the distance and pace gradually,” says Nell Naaktgeboren, president of the Royal Walk to Bond the Netherlands (KWBN).

the Press, meanwhile, also takes into account the fact that there will likely be more and more people are using the same wandelidee. “Especially in the high season,” says Naaktgeboren. “In the barren areas and along popular hiking trails, sit in hotels, B&B’s, camp sites, and cabins are often full. Do you want to camping, make sure that it is in the first place is allowed, and under what conditions.”

please Choose the proper hiking equipment

And then there is, of course, the shoes. There are a myriad of choices available, depending on your own body, and it is the route that you want to run. For a simple site, it is a flexible and lightweight walking shoes good. The rougher the trail gets, the stiffer your boots should be.

Support is important, but not so heavy-duty shoes. Remember, of course, with good shock absorption, have a high shoe if you have weak ankles, and you realise that damesvoeten will not be the same as that of the men. Have a look here for some more tips.

“Wear several layers of clothing on top of each other,” says Naaktgeboren is increasing. “When it gets hot, you can always find something to pull it out. And always bring a poncho or rain jacket with you.”

The most important things to keep in mind to take a walk in the mountains. (Image: 123RF)
the Weight, and the content of the backpack

however, the longer you walk, the more you have a backpack on your shoulders is going to pull out. Make it so it isn’t too heavy. For a day trip is sufficient to get a backpack with a capacity of 20-to 30-gallon,” said Naaktgeboren.

“For a hiking trip, if you choose the 50 to 70 litres of fuel. If you pull it along from hotels, B&B’s or cabins, than it is to 10 pounds is the ideal weight for your rucksack, plus the contents. If you go camping out, then you should take it, but 15 pounds is the max.”

“For a day trip, a backpack of 30 liters will be enough.”

Nell Naaktgeboren, spokesperson, KWBN,

of Course, it is important to take plenty of water and food. Naaktgeboren has been there for a rules-of-thumb for this. “Drink it, or don’t eat too much at once. Then take each quarter of an hour and a few sips of water, and every hour a little bit of food. Opt for easily digestible, carbohydrate-rich foods, such as bananas, bread, an energy bar or a loaf of bread, with fresh orange juice.”

Safety first < / p> you may Also have a first aid kit is a must. Band-aids for blisters and sores, bandages, tape, and scissors are standard equipment. With a tick remover, an anti-insect repellant, and pain relievers are also recommended. And don’t forget sunscreen, because even if the sky is overcast you can still burn them.

“look at your route in advance is also good,” says Naaktgeboren. “Picture things in your mind, and pay close attention to the route marking has at. Using the gps on your mobile phone or gps device but also carry paper maps as a back-up. If you still get lost, to avoid that you have in the buttons are going to walk away. Go back to your original point, or to follow a road, river, or stream to the next village.”

“to Take a paper map as a back-up.”

Nell Naaktgeboren, spokesperson, KWBN,

in Spite of all the preparation you can, there will always be something unexpected to happen. So you have to be prepared in case of an emergency, advise Naaktgeboren. “Always ask someone on the trip that you are going to do, and when you expect to return or arrive. Make sure you have a fully charged mobile phone with you, and that you are the local emergency numbers have to be saved.” With a view to this, it is a powerbank today, it is also not advisable.

Respect for the natural environment and other hikers,
you can also Think of the natural environment and other hikers, it would Naaktgeboren stress. “In the mountains, people climb up, too, priority in descending hikers. Let the cattle and the wild animals alone. If you pass them at a safe distance and not feeding them. And take the garbage to the next trash can.”

as Of the Netherlands within walking distance to the National Trails of England, and of the wandelfestival, Tenerife, and up to the Arctic Trail, the Circle, in Greenland, in: the potential for a long prachtroutes are endless. Those who look for more inspiration in looking for the perfect place in this is the classic Lonely Planet guide, on the website of the KWBN, or, to the best hikingroutes, according to CNN. “Enjoy” is the slotadvies from Naaktgeboren.