Top global destinations tailor-made for avid outdoor enthusiasts seeking thrilling hikes

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil takes the top spot as one of the best cities for hiking, boasting a perfect score of 100. The city's crown jewel, the Tijuca National Park, offers hiking trails that wind through a lush rainforest, providing breathtaking views of beaches, hills, and the city skyline.

Vancouver, Canada is another city that combines urban life with nature activities. Hikers can enjoy extensive urban trails and have easy access to mountain and coastal hiking options, making it a popular choice among hiking enthusiasts.

Berlin, Germany and San Francisco, USA follow closely with hiking scores of 95 and 96 respectively. Both cities offer a unique blend of urban life and natural beauty, ensuring a diverse and exciting hiking experience.

Los Angeles, USA, with a score of 95, is home to Griffith Park, one of the largest urban parks in the US, and Runyon Canyon, a popular hiking destination known from film and television.

Mexico City, Mexico, with a hiking score of 98, offers a unique combination of city bustle and direct proximity to national parks. The Parque Nacional Desierto de los Leones features ruins of an old monastery, pine forest, and trails leading to heights over 3,700 meters.

Cape Town, South Africa, with a score of 96, offers over 300 marked routes leading through the adjacent nature reserve. Table Mountain provides an unparalleled backdrop for urban outings with a nature connection.

Bremen, Germany, with a hiking suitability score of 68, offers short paths to the green, with the proximity to the North Sea coast and the parks along the Weser making it an enjoyable destination for relaxed tours. The Moritzberg, a popular day trip destination around Nuremberg, offers a view of the Pegnitz valley and the foothills of the Franconian Alb.

Nuremberg, Germany, has a hiking score of 78, making it a respectable destination for hiking enthusiasts.

City trips are popular among travellers, with 42% choosing them. According to a travel analysis by sports shoe brand sportshoes.com, nearly half of German respondents (48%) prefer active leisure activities such as hiking, walking, or cycling. Furthermore, 18% of respondents plan targeted active holidays.

Our website is a German-language service and news portal that informs readers about life and work abroad. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just starting out, these cities offer a variety of hiking experiences to suit all levels. So, pack your hiking boots and embark on your next adventure!