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Trekking & Outdoor: Hikes, Mountain Huts & Via Ferratas

Crossing the Alps, walking Madeira’s levadas or trying your first via ferrata: here you get stages, hut tips and an honest take on difficulty. So you set off well prepared and arrive safely.

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E5 Alps Crossing: Stages, Huts, Costs & Packing List

Around 125 km and 4,950 m of ascent from Oberstdorf to Merano. All six stages, hut tips and an honest answer: can I do this?

6 stages125 km4,950 m

Gear from the Scout

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Blister plasters
Save the day when new boots start to rub.
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Merino hiking socks
Cushioned and low-odour, even after several days.
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LifeStraw water filter
Drinking water from streams and springs, ultralight.
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GPS sports watch
Route, heart rate and training on your wrist, long battery life.
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Compact power bank
Flight-safe, keeps phone and headlamp going on trips.
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Rain jacket
Wind- and waterproof, the most important layer in your bag.
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Hydration pack
Small waterproof pack with room for a bladder and tools.
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Men's hiking boots
Waterproof and ankle-high, for hut treks and day hikes.
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Women's hiking boots
Waterproof and ankle-high, for hut treks and day hikes.
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Telescopic trekking poles
With cork grips, save your knees on descents.
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Hut sleeping bag liner
Mandatory in Alpine club huts, light and packs small.
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Headlamp
For early starts and nights in the hut, USB-C rechargeable.
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First aid kit
Compact kit with belt loop for every tour.
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30 l hiking backpack
Light and well ventilated, for day hikes and short hut treks.
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