All posts by Florian Dirnberger

Mechanical engineer

The GR20 on Corsica (southern part)

1. Introduction

Socializing during a hiking trip is great, especially when you hike on an exceptional and challenging trail like the GR20 (Grande Randonée 20) on Corsica, France.

And where else do you have the opportunity to take photos with high altitude mountains and the Mediterranean sea on it?

Word of mouth about the beauty of the unique nature still hasn’t spread yet it seems, access … read more

Hiking through Wales

Description

Hiking tours (2014-2018) in the national parks Snowdonia and Brecon Beacons and ascending the highest peak in Wales, Mt. Snowdon (or Yr Wyddfa, 1085 meters AMSL).

Photos

Map, Topography

Notes and recommendations

It is very windy and rainy all year round (the so-called oceanic climate), so good clothing is mandatory at any season of the year.

Getting lost in the mountains can easily occur due to fog and … read more

Sentier Cathare and Montségur

Description

Hiking tour (in 2015) on parts of the Sentier Cathare (“Cathar Trail”) between the towns of Foix and Montségur.

The Sentier Cathare is a long-distance trail in the very south of France with an overall length of about 220 kilometers.

Photos

Map, Topography

Notes and recommendations

The ascent to Montségur is not technically demanding but steep in places.

Montségur was the last resort for the Cathars, a persecuted … read more