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Short Walking Breaks

Take to the paths of Europe's wonderful, varied countryside and enjoy a few days' escape from the hustle, bustle and stress of every day life.Be reinvigorated in the fresh air and enjoy the comfort of a couple of nights of good food and friendly accommodation.

Enjoy challenging hikes to panoramic views or take it easy on an amble along the flat - there's every kind of walking break, from the grandeur of Ireland's Atlantic Coast or beautiful Slovenia's Alpine lakes and mountains, all reachable by train and ferry.

See our selection of some of the best short break walking holidays below: 

The beautiful Clew Bay in West Ireland

Walking & Adventure in Mayo, West Coast Ireland

Mayo is one of Ireland’s least populated counties. The North Atlantic ocean meets its rocky shoreline developing inland to vast blanket bog landscapes and mountains. This walking holiday can be adapted for four to eight days.
Guide price from £399 per person

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    Irish travel writer Catherine Mack introduces Ireland's National Trails Day, which celebrate its varied walking and cycling trails.
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    The ninth annual Herefordshire Walking Festival is scheduled to take place between Saturday, 19 June and Sunday, 27 June.

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