There is something about mountain lakes. Their beauty, peacefulness and remoteness have always fascinated me. I love the bright ever-changing turquoise-blue colors and the mirror-like reflection of the mountains. One of the reasons I love hiking in the Tatra mountains in Poland is the abundance of these stunning mountain lakes. Without further ado I would […] The post 4 amazing day hikes in the Tatra Mountains in Poland appeared first on Bunch of Backpackers ..read more

Getting lost in a labyrinth of weirdly shaped rock formations, spending the nights in castles like it’s usual business and hikes to crystal clear mountain lakes – What’s not to love? After a previous beautiful multiple day trekking adventure in the same region (Sudety), I returned to spent a few days in the spectacular Giant […] The post A guide to the Giant Mountains and the Table Mountains in Poland appeared first on Bunch of Backpackers ..read more

Located about a one and a half hours drive from Kraków you will find the gorgeous Pieniny Mountain range. Although quite popular with Polish tourists, it is not so well-known with international tourists. We stayed 3 nights in Pieniny, but could have easily spent some more. We absolutely loved this region! Here’s a Pieniny guide […] The post What to do in the Pieniny Mountains in Poland? appeared first on Bunch of Backpackers ..read more

Kraków (pronounced kra-kuhf in Polish) is one of those cities you simply can keep coming back to. This was my third time in Kraków and I already talked to my friends about heading there another time soon. Why do I keep coming back? Well, to begin with, it’s simply stunning. The (old) city is made […] The post 20 things to do in Kraków and a 4-day itinerary appeared first on Bunch of Backpackers ..read more

This time I wasn’t looking for a classic backpack, but I was on the hunt for a great mountaineering backpack to use on my ‘C1 basic mountaineering course’ in the Austrian Alps. To be frank, I was a bit nervous for the course itself and I really wanted to make sure I had all the right gear. I spent hours browsing outdoor shops for equipment and clothing, comparing prices, reviews, and features. My ideal backpack would have to be strong, light, and suitable for hiking, climbing, and mountaineering. Luckily, I stumbled upon the Osprey Mutant 52 liters, also the editor’s choice of ‘best mountainee ..read more

Hiking the Tatra Mountains, Poland – This year it was one of the coldest, snowiest and most whimsical May’s in decades. The trails in the Tatra mountains were still largely covered in a thick layer of snow, and there was a risk of avalanches at the higher elevations. I went to the Tatras for a spring hike, but instead I got something better: a true winter wonderland with pristine frozen lakes, snow-capped jagged peaks, and animal tracking fun in the snow. During my short solo adventure, I had the opportunity to explore parts of the 300 km of hiking trails, while staying in cozy mountain huts o ..read more

Tatra mountains in Poland – “I had no idea that Poland looked like this!”, quite a few people responded to my photos of the Tatra mountains. And to be honest, for a long time I also knew little of Poland and it wasn’t really on my travel radar. However, a few years ago a friend told me about this great trip she took to Poland hiking some spectacular mountains. Ever since then I’ve been longing to visit. I realized Poland is a mecca for adventurous, independent travelers. You can explore the mountains in the south, the lakes in the east, and the Baltic Sea beaches in the west. Or travel back in ..read more

Georgia – In 2018, one of the most popular Dutch television shows ‘WIDM’ was shot in Georgia (the country, not the state), which resulted in a rise of Dutch travelers to Georgia. Although I never watched WIDM, I can imagine it was easy to convince the Dutch audience with footage of Georgia’s majestic mountains, lush vineyards, unique cuisine, vibrant Tbilisi, and ancient cave cities. Last spring, I solo backpacked in Georgia for about two weeks. Most of my time I spent hiking the Caucasus in Georgia’s north. Here’s a mini guide to backpacking Georgia with my itinerary, highlights and tips! The ..read more