Coastal Walks Berlin

🌿 SATURDAY MORNING WALK – STRAUSBERG LAKE

Let's make Saturday morning a little more active and go for a walk around Straußberg Lake. We’ll meet at **Ostkreuz at 09:00** and take the **S5 towards Strausberg Nord**, which is scheduled to leave at around **09:17**. We should arrive in **Strausberg Nord around 10:05** and then start the hike around the lake. **Distance:** Around 10 km **Hiking time:** Around 2h 50min **Meeting:** Ostkreuz, 09:00 **S5:** Departure around 09:17 **Arrival:** Strausberg Nord around 10:05 **Back in Berlin:** Around 14:00 We can stop somewhere along the way for a **small breakfast or coffee**, so no need to eat a huge breakfast before we leave. 😄 **Komoot route:** [Komoot – Straußberg Lake Tour](https://www.komoot.com/de-de/tour/3336424269?share_token=asmbAOG7EJwLXfM3oSwfOeIecxfEkhyqtNHyBW2Cv6sckKew1f&ref=wtd&t_s=referral&t_cid=route_share&t_ref_username=312408375911) We can stop somewhere along the way for a **small breakfast or coffee**, so no need to eat a huge breakfast before we leave. 😄 Please bring **enough water and some snacks** for yourself. There will be an opportunity to grab a small breakfast along the way, but it's always good to have something with you. 🤝 **A SMALL DONATION IS APPRECIATED** I have to pay for the Meetup membership, which costs me **€20 per month**, and a small contribution helps cover these costs and keep the events going. A donation of is greatly appreciated. Of course, it's completely voluntary. 😊 Looking forward to a nice Saturday morning, some fresh air and good company! 🌳

Hike and Reflect - Wandern und Austausch

🥾 Hike & Reflect Hiking together, spending time outdoors, having good conversations and simply seeing what develops along the way. We usually meet on Saturday mornings and explore beautiful hiking routes around Berlin that are easy to reach by regional train or public transport. Most hikes take around 4–5 hours and cover approximately 15–20 km. 🌿 What happens along the way From time to time, I will bring in reflection questions, conversation prompts or simple exercises. Sometimes we might practise really listening to each other, explore a personal question, look at something from a different perspective or simply experience nature more consciously. We might also try a short partner exercise or walk a small section with our eyes closed. Everything is optional. You are just as welcome to come along, enjoy the landscape, meet new people and be part of the group without joining every exercise or conversation. 💬 The coaching element I am a certified systemic coach with around 12 years of corporate experience. I bring some of my coaching background into the questions, exercises and overall structure of the hikes. At the same time, this is not about me coaching everyone. The idea is to create a space where people can learn from each other, share experiences, listen properly and discover new perspectives through conversation. I provide a few impulses and a loose framework. The group creates the rest. 🤝 What Hike & Reflect is about Movement, nature, meeting people and having conversations that we often do not make enough time for in everyday life. Sometimes the conversations may become thoughtful, sometimes they will be light and funny, and sometimes we may simply walk next to each other for a while. We will see what happens. 👟 Who is it for? Anyone who enjoys being outdoors, meeting new people and likes the idea of combining hiking with a little more reflection and conversation. The hikes are designed for different fitness levels, although 15–20 km does require a basic level of fitness and being comfortable walking for several hours.

Walk & Talk Sonntag in Charlottenburg DE

Du hast Lust, neue Leute kennenzulernen? Dann komm mit uns spazieren. Sonntag ist es wieder soweit. Wir gehen um den Lietzensee, bilden Zweiergruppen zum Kennenlernen und wechseln regelmäßig die Gesprächspartner. Treffpunkt: VOR dem Restaurant Rocco in Charlottenburg. Komm gerne in unsere WhatsApp-Gruppe, um Fragen zu stellen: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ii4XEqFgMn9CSIxgIO9LHG](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ii4XEqFgMn9CSIxgIO9LHG) Wir freuen uns auf eine nette Truppe. Kleine Hinweise: \- Unsere Walk & Talk Events finden auf Deutsch statt\. \- Meist sind wir so um 40\-50 Leute\. \- Wenn du doch nicht dabei sein kannst\, dann melde dich bitte vom Event ab\. So können wir das Event besser planen\. \- Das Event findet bei Regen nicht statt\.

Hike 🪵🌲 from Altranft to Falkenberg (Mark), with Bismarck tower (17kms)

2 EURO DONATION FEE PER PERSON IS REQUIRED (on site, in cash), to pay back the Meetup subscription fees and support my Events. READ THE DESCRIPTION WITH THE INFO (IMPORTANT). WHATSAPP LINK BELOW 📳​ We will make an Hike between Altranft and Falkenberg, in the Brandenburg region.... and the trail will not be completely flat! 😱 🏡 🌊 🪵🌲 This is an interesting feature, considering that Brandenburg is mainly a flat land. But there some reliefs are present ⛰️ **Which train to take:** 🚆 10,23 o'clock, RE3 direction Schwedt at Berlin Hbf, till Eberswalde. Then RB60 direction Letschin till Altranft (where we arrive at 11,50): https://int.bahn.de/en/buchung/start?vbid=2b678e71-8b27-459a-a7c2-8a7f8215444a Check the link above, since the train stops in several stations. Get on where you prefer, but take that train 🚆 Once arrived to Altranft, follow this route: [https://www.komoot.com/tour/2559182758](https://www.komoot.com/tour/2559182758) INFO ℹ️ℹ️ Route distance: 17 kms Pace: about 14 minutes per km (know by experience with my events) Breaks ⛔: 2 breaks along the way, one in Bad Freienwalde town ☕ 🥐, and one at the Bismarck tower🏰: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/pajKoYm4C2jbLWgU7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/pajKoYm4C2jbLWgU7) We can probably take the return train at 16,25 at Falkenberg, but a connection per hour is anyway available 🚆 https://int.bahn.de/en/buchung/start?vbid=58495e07-b6a8-4077-a895-f56330dedb3f Bring your our own food 🍔 and drinks🥤 to be as independent as possible (even though there are bistros in Bad Freienwalde, that are open on Sundays ☕ 🥐) I do not provide a "personal support" for people who do not take the indicated connections. Thanks for understanding. If you have to contact me, make it via Whatsapp, not here on Meetup. WHATSAPP COMMUNITY 💬 to find each other (join it, we use this group to find and synchronize us, as well as post photos) [https://docs.google.com/document/d/157uLVXObKt1a4NqqvPa09NJW-050YBwHLW-7DbOD8R8/](https://docs.google.com/document/d/157uLVXObKt1a4NqqvPa09NJW-050YBwHLW-7DbOD8R8/)

Golden Andalusia: Moorish Palaces, Mountains and Sea Caves

***Six days across southern Spain, from the Moorish palaces of Granada to a sea kayak under the Maro waterfall. We climb above the tree line in the Sierra Nevada, kayak the Costa del Sol, and end in historic Seville, where the Real Alcázar, one of the city’s great palaces, was used as a filming location for Game of Thrones.*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS TRIP?** Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket. [https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/golden-andalusia-moorish-palaces-mountains-and-sea-caves](https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/golden-andalusia-moorish-palaces-mountains-and-sea-caves) **SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS** * 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10** * Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website. **🌍WHY GO?** There is no better place to spend an autumn break than the Costa del Sol, the **sunniest region of Spain**. Late October is the ideal time to visit Andalusia. Daytime temperatures sit comfortably between 22°C and 28°C, the Mediterranean is still warm enough for swimming, and the dense summer crowds have finally gone home. The amazing weather is just the start. What surprises most people is the dramatic landscape. The **Sierra Nevada**, mainland Spain’s highest mountain range, is just 45 minutes from Granada. This means we can hike at an altitude of 3,000 meters in the morning and be back in the city for tapas by evening. An hour south, the mountains plunge straight into the sea. The coastline east of **Málaga** is a protected stretch of cliffs and coves where we’ll kayak into sea caves beneath the Maro cliffs and swim under a waterfall that drops directly into the Mediterranean. Very few places in Europe let you experience both environments in the same week. When it comes to food, **Granada** is one of the last cities in Spain where every drink arrives with a complimentary plate of food, naturally turning dinner into a relaxed crawl from bar to bar. One evening, we’ll head to the Albaicín for flamenco to experience it in an authentic, intimate tablao. Woven through all of this is a history completely unlike the rest of Europe. Eight centuries of Moorish rule left behind masterpieces like the Alhambra in Granada and the Real Alcázar in **Seville**. These palaces are defined by open courtyards, running water channels, intricately carved plaster, and gardens designed specifically for shade and quiet. Join us in the heart of Andalusia for an unforgettable autumn escape, complete with great company, authentic paella, and exceptional wine. **⭐WHAT ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS?** **The Alhambra Grounds & the Albaicín:** We walk up through the old Moorish quarter on cobbles that have not changed much in five hundred years, into the free Alhambra grounds, and on to Mirador de San Miguel Alto for sunset. The palace on one side, the Sierra Nevada behind it, and the whole of Granada below. **Sierra Nevada High-Altitude Hike:** Mainland Spain's highest mountain range, and a scenic loop above the tree line at over 2,500 metres. Roughly three hours at an easy pace with plenty of stops. **Sea Kayaking the Maro Cliffs:** Three hours on the water along a protected stretch of the Costa del Sol, paddling into sea caves and stopping at a beach you cannot reach on foot. The highlight is the waterfall that drops straight off the cliff into the sea, and yes, you can swim under it. **The Real Alcázar & Seville Cathedral:** A working royal palace built by Moorish craftsmen for Christian kings, with gardens that take an hour on their own. Next door, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and the Giralda tower. **Granada's Free Tapas**: Granada is one of the last cities in Spain where a drink still comes with a plate of food, no charge. We do a guided night tapas crawl, trying out all of the specialties Andalusia has to offer. **Traditional Flamenco:** A first-row seat to a traditional flamenco show in a cave-style room in the Albaicín. Experience the soulful passion, fiery rhythm, and unforgettable intensity of live flamenco. **📋TRIP DETAILS** **📅Start and End Date:** Friday morning, 23 October - Wednesday afternoon, 28 October **📍Meeting Time and Location:** Meet your guide around 12 pm at Málaga central train station María Zambrano (exact location to be provided in WhatsApp group for confirmed participants). **📍Finishing Time and Location:** Wednesday afternoon, 28 October in Seville City Centre. Note: * Based on your departure time, the guide may also be able to drop you off at the Airport. * If you are arriving earlier or later, please let us know so that we can accordingly wait for you for you **if required in Málaga on Friday.** * Accommodation details will be shared in the WhatsApp group for confirmed participants. **🥾Hiking Difficulty:** Easy / Intermediate This trip includes: * Long city walking days * Cobblestone streets and hilly terrain * One mountain hike on well-marked trails * Low to moderate elevation gains We recommend joining if you are comfortable walking for several hours on consecutive days, around the city and on well-marked trails. Previous hiking experience is not required. **🎒Equipment Required:** * Hiking shoes * Day backpack * Weather-appropriate clothing * Water bottle * Sun protection No technical climbing equipment is required. **✅What is included?** 👥 Community leader & guide throughout the trip 🇬🇧 English-speaking trip leader (also fluent in German and Spanish) 🏨 5 nights shared accommodation in Málaga, Granada and Seville 🚗 Transportation throughout the trip from meeting point to trip finish 🚣🏽‍♀️ Guided sea kayaking excursion, including life jackets and safety briefing 🏔️Guided high-altitude hike in the Sierra Nevada 🏰 Entry fee to the Real Alcázar in Seville 💃🏽Entry tickets for a traditional flamenco performance at Zoraya in Granada 📸 Access to shared Google Photos album 💬 Access to dedicated WhatsApp group for participants 🤝 A friendly international community of fellow adventurers **❌What is not included?** 🍽 Lunches and dinners ✈ Flights to Málaga and from Seville, however if interested can provide a complete flights inclusive package price from anywhere in Europe. 🛡 Travel insurance 🏰 Entry fees to the Alcazaba and Gibralfaro castle in Málaga (10€ combined ticket) 💰 Personal expenses 🍺 Drinks and snacks **⚠ Important Notes** Weather and mountain conditions can change rapidly. For safety reasons, the guide may modify hiking routes, timings, or activities if necessary due to weather conditions, trail conditions, group fitness levels or other safety considerations. Our priority is always to provide the best possible experience while ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all participants. **✈️How to get to Málaga?** * **Flight:** Flying is the fastest way to reach Málaga Airport, with direct flights from most European cities. * **Need Assistance:** Please reach out directly for customized Flight or Train inclusive offers from anywhere in Europe by WhatsApp on +49 152 2150 6123 or +49 151 2486 7229. 🗺️**WHAT IS THE PLAN?** **Day 1 - Málaga, Alcazaba & Gibralfaro** Meet your guide and the rest of the group at midday, drop your bags, and go straight out for lunch and your first plate of Andalusian tapas. In the afternoon we walk the historic centre, then climb through the Alcazaba fortress and up the connecting path to Gibralfaro castle for sunset over the port. **Day 2 - Granada, Alhambra & Albaicín** Morning check out of our Málaga accomodation and trip to Granada. Walking city tour, visiting the cathedral, the Royal Chapel and the centre. In the afternoon we climb through the Albaicín, the old Moorish quarter, into the Alhambra grounds, and finish at Mirador de San Miguel Alto for sunset. After dark, a guided tapas crawl. **Day 3 - Sierra Nevada High-Altitude Hike** We drive up a mountain road into mainland Spain's highest range. The hike is a scenic loop above 2000m altitude, around three hours at an easy pace with plenty of photo stops. In the evening, we attend a flamenco performance at Zoraya Flamenco in the Albaicín, one of Granada's best-known venues, for a traditional Andalusian night of live music, singing and dance. **Day 4 - Nerja, Sea Kayak & Trip to Seville** Three hours on the Mediterranean sea, paddling into sea caves and along the Maro cliffs to a breathtaking waterfall. Lunch in Nerja, then a short walk on the clifftop coastal path before the drive west to Seville. **Day 5 - Seville, the Alcázar & the Cathedral** We visit the Real Alcázar, then the cathedral and the Giralda tower. A long lunch in Barrio Santa Cruz, then Plaza de España and Parque de María Luisa in the late afternoon, when the light is best. **Day 6 - Seville Traditional Market & Departures** Breakfast, then an optional walk through the Mercado de Triana and along the river. Bags collected from the hotel, and departures in the afternoon from Santa Justa station or Seville airport. **🌍JOIN US IN SOUTH SPAIN** 🏰 Stunning moorish palaces 🏔 Epic mountain scenery 🌊 Turquoise Mediterranean sea 📸 Incredible photo opportunities 🤝 Amazing international community 💃🏽 Flamenco, tapas and spanish culture ✨ Memories that will last a lifetime **Fall for Andalusia!** Experience a magical October with historic palaces, scenic peaks, and seaside sun. 🌞 **Have a group of 4+ and need alternate dates? Send us an inquiry! We offer fully customizable trips to match your schedule and travel style.** **FOR FUTURE TRIP UPDATES** Please do join our WhatsApp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [WhatsApp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)

AFK 45 min: Mental Health Walks for Tech Professionals

Tech work can be deeply rewarding but deadlines, uncertainty, context switching, incidents, responsibility, difficult communication, and the pressure to constantly keep up can leave you stuck in work mode long after you close your laptop. You might notice racing thoughts, tension, shallow breathing, irritability, brain fog, difficulty concentrating, or simply the feeling that you can't switch off but still keep pushing through. **These walks are a chance to step away from the keyboard, get moving, and reconnect with yourself and other people who understand what tech work is like.** There’s no productivity advice, no corporate wellness clichés, and no expectation that you have to “fix” yourself. We walk, talk, decompress and regulate our nervous system. Sometimes you need a change of scenery. Sometimes you need to talk to someone who gets it. Sometimes you just need to stop working for an hour. **Come walk with us.** Berlin is getting dark again. Let's catch those rays of sun during the lunch break ☀️! Agenda: 12:10 We meet at Schöneberg Park next to the fountain with the golden deer statue ("Der goldene Hirsch"). 12:15 We walk to Volkspark Wilmersdorf 12:50 We arrive back in Schöneberg Park, at the golden deer statue. We walk at every weather, so make sure to dress properly! Looking forward to meeting you at our lunchtime walk. Marija Please note\*\*:\*\* This gathering is meant for connection and conversation, and is not a replacement for therapy or professional mental health support. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- WHO'S HOSTING **I’m Marija - a software engineer, life coach, and fellow expat.** I’ve worked in tech for **12 years**, across iOS and backend development, so I know firsthand the pressures that come with building a career in this industry alongside burnout, identity confusion, and starting over in a new country. Now, as a **WCO-certified coach**, I help others understand stress, regulate their emotions, and build more sustainable ways of living and working. **AWAY FROM KEYBOARD** grew from that experience and from a belief that we’re better off figuring this stuff out together. Let's connect! https://www.linkedin.com/in/marija-juodyte/

Walk of Shame

If you’re interested in personal development, emotional intelligence and having conversations that go a little deeper than the usual small talk, this group is for you. **Walk of Shame is a relaxed, playful way to meet new people while exploring the things we don’t always find easy to talk about — shame, embarrassment, vulnerability, fear, awkward experiences, or simply the parts of ourselves we tend to hide.** There’s something surprisingly freeing about telling a stranger something you’ve been carrying around in your head. Sometimes the things we believe make us weird, wrong or unlovable become much less powerful the moment they’re spoken out loud and met with curiosity rather than judgment. This is a **no-judgment space open to everyone**. Come with an open mind, a willingness to be a little vulnerable, and the ability to listen respectfully to other people’s stories. **We’ll meet in front of Schloss Charlottenburg on Sunday 18th October at 10.30am. I’ll be holding a Swedish flag.** English and German speakers are both very welcome. **I host the event in English.** ### **What to Expect** This event is completely **FREE**. We’ll spend around **1.5-2 hours walking through the gardens of Schloss Charlottenburg**, pairing up and changing walking partners a few times along the way. I’ll break the ice by sharing something of my own first and offer a few prompts to help us move beyond the usual “So, what do you do?” conversation. There’s no pressure to reveal your deepest secret. You choose what you want to share. The intention is simply to practice being a little more honest, curious and courageous in conversation — and perhaps discover that some of the things you thought you had to hide aren’t nearly as strange as you imagined. Weather permitting, we’ll finish by finding a nice spot to sit together for a short group sharing and a simple embodiment practice. **If the idea makes you slightly nervous or embarrassed, you may be exactly the kind of person this event was made for.** ### **What to Bring** Bring yourself, something to drink and, if the weather looks good, a small blanket to sit on. ### **About the Organiser** Hi, I’m Kim. I’m a Swedish-born, English raised now veteran 18 yr Berliner with a background in design and a fascination with people, emotions, behaviour and the stories we build our lives around. After more than 20 years working in design, I retrained as a **Transformative Coach and Emotional Release facilitator**. Today I work with people (mostly men) who want to understand themselves more deeply, question old patterns and expectations, and create lives that feel more genuinely their own. Alongside my 1:1 work, I host conversations, workshops and events around emotional wellbeing, shame, relationships, identity, personal growth and the wonderfully messy experience of being human. My own life has included some sizeable reinventions too - leaving a long marriage, changing careers, recovering from chronic stress and physical symptoms through a fully natural and holistic approach including somatic and fascia release work, and questioning many of the ideas I once had about what a “successful” life was supposed to look like. **Walk of Shame grew from my belief that some of the most meaningful conversations happen when someone is brave enough to say the thing everyone else is quietly thinking.**

Hike & dine - Anna's Food Board [16km]

Hike & dine - Schlaubetal [14km]

Auroras & Ancient Culture: Ultimate Finland to Norway Arctic Roadtrip

***Chase the Northern Lights from Santa's Village to Norway's North Cape, with an optional hike along the Russian border.*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS TRIP?** Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket. [https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/finland-to-norway-arctic-roadtrip](https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/finland-to-norway-arctic-roadtrip) **SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS** * 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10** * Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website. ### 🌍**WHY GO?** **🎅 The Ultimate Arctic Road Trip from Santa's Village to the Edge of Europe** Step into the Arctic wilderness on an unforgettable **6-day journey through Finnish Lapland and Northern Norway**, beginning in magical **Rovaniemi** and travelling deep into the far north. Cross the Arctic Circle, meet Santa Claus, discover Sámi culture, encounter reindeer, travel through remote Arctic landscapes, search for the Northern Lights and stand above the Barents Sea at **North Cape**. And for those looking for something even more unusual, there is an opportunity to add an **optional guided hike along the heavily monitored Norway–Russia border**. This is far more than a Northern Lights holiday. It combines: 🎅 Christmas magic ❄️ Arctic wilderness 🌌 Northern Lights 🦌 Reindeer & Sámi culture 🚐 Epic Arctic road trips 🇳🇴 North Cape 🇷🇺 Russian-border frontier 🏔️ Remote landscapes 📸 Unforgettable photography opportunities The Norwegian–Russian border is a particularly fascinating part of Europe's northern frontier. The 197.7 km border is monitored by both countries, with specific rules applying in the border area. The optional guided experience stays on the Norwegian side and takes participants to designated border markers with an experienced local guide. Whether you're looking for an Aurora adventure, a once-in-a-lifetime Arctic road trip, cultural discovery or something genuinely different from a conventional European holiday, this journey brings it all together. ### 🌟**WHAT ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS?** **🎅 Rovaniemi & Santa Claus Village** Begin your adventure in the magical heart of Finnish Lapland. Cross the **Arctic Circle**, visit Santa's official home, explore the Christmas village and experience the festive atmosphere of Rovaniemi. ✨ Arctic Circle 🎄 Christmas atmosphere 🎅 Meet Santa Claus 📮 Arctic Post Office 📸 Snowy Lapland scenery **🌌 Northern Lights Safari** Head deep into the Arctic wilderness on multiple evenings in search of the spectacular **Aurora Borealis**. Your guide will monitor weather conditions and select suitable locations away from light pollution. Learn about: 🌌 Aurora science 🧭 Weather & visibility 📸 Northern Lights photography 🌲 Arctic landscapes **Northern Lights Guarantee:** If you do not see the Northern Lights during your included hunting experiences, you can join another Northern Lights trip free of charge, excluding flights. *Aurora sightings naturally depend on solar activity and weather conditions.* **🚐 Finland → Norway: The Ultimate Arctic Road Trip** Travel through the remote landscapes of Finnish Lapland before crossing into Norway. Expect: 🌲 Snow-covered forests 🏔️ Arctic fells ❄️ Open wilderness 🦌 Possible reindeer sightings 🏘️ Remote Arctic communities 📸 Incredible roadside landscapes **🇳🇴 North Cape — Where Europe Ends** Stand at **Nordkapp**, dramatically positioned above the Arctic Ocean. At the North Cape plateau: 🌍 Photograph the iconic globe monument 🌊 Look across the Barents Sea 🏛️ Visit the visitor centre 📽️ Discover the history of North Cape 📸 Capture unforgettable Arctic views **🏛️ North Cape Visitor Centre & Museum** Discover the history of North Cape and the explorers who travelled to this remote corner of Europe. The visitor centre provides panoramic views across the plateau and the Barents Sea. **🦌 Authentic Sámi Culture in Inari** Travel through the cultural heartland of the Finnish Sámi. Discover Indigenous Arctic traditions, stories and heritage while learning about life in the northern landscapes of Scandinavia. **🦌 Reindeer Feeding Experience** Get closer to one of the animals most closely associated with Lapland. Enjoy a memorable reindeer experience while learning about their importance to Arctic life and Sámi culture. **🥇 Gold Panning Experience** Try traditional Arctic gold panning in an indoor setting, subject to availability and time. A fun cultural experience adding another dimension to the journey. **🇳🇴 Optional Add-On — Hike Along the Norway–Russia Border** **🥾 €150 PER PERSON** For travellers looking for an extraordinary Arctic experience, you can add a **guided hike along Norway's heavily monitored Russian border** for an additional **€150**. This is **not included in the standard trip price**. The guided experience takes you through birch forest and open tundra towards the official Norway–Russia border markers. Along the route, you may encounter: 🌲 Arctic birch forests 🏔️ Open tundra 🌊 Pasvik River landscapes 🗼 Historic border watchtower 🟨 Norwegian border markers 🇷🇺 Views towards Russian territory 🛡️ Modern border-monitoring infrastructure 🏛️ Cold War history The currently advertised guided hike is approximately **3 hours**, with moderate fitness required. The route can include uneven terrain, dirt paths and some elevation. The experience may also include a viewpoint towards **Storskog**, the official Norway–Russia land crossing, depending on the route and conditions. **⚠️ Important** This is a **strictly guided Norwegian-side experience**. Participants must remain within permitted areas and follow all instructions from the guide and Norwegian authorities. The Norwegian police specifically warn that the border area is subject to special regulations and that crossing, approaching or interfering with border markers, or photographing certain Russian military personnel/equipment, can have legal consequences. **€150 add-on includes the guided border experience and associated local excursion arrangements.** Because this excursion requires a substantial detour from the main Karigasniemi/North Cape route, **availability, departure time, weather, road conditions and the final itinerary must be confirmed before the trip**. ### 📋**TRIP DETAILS** **📅 Start & End Date:** Tuesday, 20 October – Sunday, 25 October 2026 **📍 Meeting Time & Location:** Rovaniemi Airport 🕒 Anytime after 3:00 PM on Tuesday, 20 October Participants can meet the guide at the airport or accommodation depending on their arrival arrangements. If arriving earlier, please provide your arrival details through the information sheet shared before the trip so we can coordinate pickup arrangements where possible. Exact accommodation details will be provided in the dedicated WhatsApp group. Rovaniemi Airport is approximately **15–20 minutes by car/taxi** from the accommodation. 🚕 Airport taxi is approximately **€35**, and we can help arrange this if required. **📍 Finishing Time & Location:** Rovaniemi Airport 📅 Sunday, 25 October Drop-off will be arranged according to participants' flight schedules. **🥾Hiking Difficulty:** N/A as hike is completely optional. The main trip is an Arctic road trip, cultural experience and Northern Lights adventure. Short walks will be included during excursions. The **optional Russian-border hike** requires moderate fitness and comfortable walking on uneven terrain. **🎒What Should I Bring?** Because this is an Arctic adventure, preparation is important. ✔ Heavy warm jacket ✔ Thermal base layers ✔ Warm mid-layer ✔ Insulated gloves ✔ Winter hat & scarf ✔ Warm socks ✔ Waterproof hiking shoes/boots ✔ Comfortable day backpack ✔ Water bottle ✔ Sunglasses ✔ Lip balm & moisturiser ✔ Camera / smartphone ✔ Power bank ✔ Travel insurance **🥾 For the Optional Border Hike** Participants selecting the €150 add-on should bring: ✔ Waterproof ankle-high hiking boots ✔ Warm layers ✔ Waterproof outer layer ✔ Small backpack ✔ Water ✔ Gloves and hat ✅**What is included?** * Community Leader & Guide throughout the trip * English-speaking guide * **2 nights shared accommodation in Rovaniemi** * **3 nights shared accommodation in Karigasniemi** * **5 Northern Lights hunting experiences**, based on package selection * Buffet hotel breakfast and/or breakfast supplies depending on accommodation * Unlimited snacks during the Arctic road trip * Private transportation throughout the standard itinerary * Santa Claus Village experience * Rovaniemi & Arctic Circle exploration * Reindeer feeding experience * Guided visit around the Sámi Parliament area in Inari * Gold panning activity, indoor & time permitting * Arctic road trip through Finnish Lapland * Road trip to North Cape, weather permitting * North Cape Visitor Centre & Museum entry, weather permitting * Shared Google Photos album * Dedicated WhatsApp group * International community of fellow Arctic adventurers **🥾 Optional Russian Border Add-On** **€150 per person** The guided Norway–Russia border hike is **not included in the standard package** and must be selected separately. ❌**What is not included?** * Flights to and from Rovaniemi * Airport transfers unless separately arranged * Lunches and dinners * Personal expenses * Travel insurance * Drinks and snacks outside those provided during the road trip * **Optional Norway–Russia border hike (€150)** ⚠ **Important Notes** * You could face temperatures up to **-10 degree celsius during the trip.** * All guides speak English for all the activities. **✈️How to get to Rovaniemi?** * Rovaniemi can easily be reached from a lot of the European cities. * For those travelling from Europe and looking to avoid flights, there is an option of a mix of train. You will be travelling on the the famous Santa express from Helsinki to Rovaniemi. Reach out to us if you wish to use this option and we can organize this for you combined with a few days excursion. * **Need Assistance:** Please reach out directly for customized Flight or Train inclusive offers from anywhere in Europe by WhatsApp on +49 152 2150 6123 or +49 151 2486 7229. ### **🗺 WHAT IS THE DETAILED PLAN?** **🎄 DAY 1 - ARRIVAL IN ROVANIEMI + NORTHERN LIGHTS** Travel from your home city to Rovaniemi. Meet your guide at the airport or accommodation depending on your arrival time. Settle into your Arctic accommodation and meet the rest of the group. After dinner, we head into the surrounding wilderness for our first Northern Lights hunting experience. 🌌 Search for the Aurora ❄️ Experience the Arctic night 📸 Learn Northern Lights photography tips 🌲 Discover the landscapes surrounding Rovaniemi **Overnight: Rovaniemi** **🎅 DAY 2 - SANTA CLAUS VILLAGE + ROVANIEMI + AURORA** After breakfast, we head to **Santa Claus Village**. Cross the Arctic Circle and step into the magical atmosphere of Lapland. 🎅 Meet Santa Claus 📮 Visit the Arctic Post Office 🎄 Explore the Christmas village ❄️ Photograph the Arctic Circle Afterwards, discover Rovaniemi and its surroundings. Enjoy free time before dinner before heading out for another evening of **Northern Lights hunting**. 🌌 Aurora hunting 🎄 Arctic Circle experience 📸 Photography opportunities **Overnight: Rovaniemi** **🚐 DAY 3 - ARCTIC ROAD TRIP TO KARIGASNIEMI** After breakfast and checkout, begin the spectacular journey north through Finnish Lapland. The route covers approximately **450 km**, passing through vast Arctic wilderness. Expect: 🌲 Snow-covered boreal forests 🏔️ Arctic fells ❄️ Open winter landscapes 🦌 Possible reindeer sightings 🏘️ Remote Arctic communities Arrive in **Karigasniemi**, settle into the accommodation and enjoy the Arctic atmosphere. Weather permitting, head out for another evening of Northern Lights hunting. **Overnight: Karigasniemi** **🇳🇴 DAY 4 - OPTIONAL RUSSIAN BORDER EXPERIENCE + ARCTIC FRONTIER** This is the day reserved for our optional **Norway–Russia Border Add-On**, subject to final logistics and operating conditions. **🥾 OPTIONAL — €150 PER PERSON** For participants who select the add-on, we travel towards the **Kirkenes / Sør-Varanger border region** for a guided experience along the Norwegian–Russian frontier. The currently advertised hike lasts approximately **3 hours** and takes participants through birch forest and open tundra towards official border markers. Possible highlights include: 🌲 Birch forest 🌊 Pasvik River 🟨 Official Norwegian border markers 🗼 Historic watchtower 🇷🇺 Views towards Russia 🏛️ Cold War history 🏔️ Arctic tundra The optional hike is a **moderate-level activity** on uneven terrain. Participants who do not select the add-on will follow the standard Arctic road-trip programme. **⚠️ Border Safety** The Norway–Russia border is under surveillance by both countries and has special regulations. Participants must remain with the authorised guide and strictly follow all instructions. The exact timing and transport arrangement for this add-on will be confirmed closer to departure based on road conditions, border-area requirements and local operator availability. **Overnight: Karigasniemi / designated accommodation according to final add-on logistics** **🇳🇴 DAY 5 - NORTH CAPE — WHERE EUROPE ENDS** After breakfast, begin the epic road trip towards **North Cape**. Travel through dramatic Arctic landscapes and make scenic stops along the way where conditions allow. At North Cape: 🌍 Photograph the iconic globe monument 🌊 Look across the Barents Sea 🏛️ Visit the North Cape Visitor Centre & Museum 📽️ Discover the history of the region 📸 Capture unforgettable Arctic views After exploring North Cape, begin the return journey. Stop for dinner along the way before another opportunity to search for the Northern Lights. **Overnight: Karigasniemi** **❄️ DAY 6 - ARCTIC WILDERNESS ROAD TRIP BACK TO ROVANIEMI + GOODBYE** Begin the journey south through the spectacular landscapes of Finnish Lapland. The landscape gradually changes from remote Arctic fells and open tundra into vast taiga forests. Travel through some of the quieter and more remote areas of northern Finland. The stretch around **Pokka** offers an atmospheric Arctic road-trip experience surrounded by forests, fells and wilderness. Continue towards Rovaniemi. After reaching the region, transfer participants towards **Rovaniemi Airport** according to their flight schedules. ✈️ Airport drop-off 🎄 Final Arctic memories 📸 Last photographs 👋 Say goodbye to the group Then begin your journey home. ### **🌟 READY FOR YOUR ARCTIC ADVENTURE?** 🎅 Meet Santa above the Arctic Circle 🌲 Explore Finnish Lapland 🦌 Experience Sámi & reindeer culture 🌌 Chase the Northern Lights 🚐 Cross the Arctic frontier 🇳🇴 Stand at North Cape 🇷🇺 Optionally explore the Norwegian–Russian border 📸 Capture unforgettable Arctic landscapes **One Arctic road trip. Multiple unforgettable experiences.** Pack your warmest clothes, bring your sense of adventure and join us for a journey into the far north. ❄️🌌🎅 **FOR FUTURE TRIP UPDATES** Please do join our WhatsApp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [WhatsApp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)

Bohemian Day Trip from Berlin to Saxony Switzerland - SOLD OUT

*Take a day trip to Bohemian Switzerland, have lunch at the Pravcicka Gate, hike across the border into Germany, and finish the day hike at one of the country's best breweries.* Hike Distance: 13km Difficulty: Intermediate This breathtaking day hike from Berlin takes you from the misty river canyon of Hrensko in Czechia straight to the crown jewel of the Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland national parks. Moving through towering sandstone columns, pristine pine forests, and across international borders, this route combines dramatic geological wonders with a fresh, cross-border perspective. First, we visit the awe-inspiring Pravčická Brána, Europe’s largest natural sandstone arch. Here we will enjoy traditional Czech cuisine, looking over the valley below. From the Gate, the route takes advantage of the newly opened hiking path into Saxon Switzerland (Germany), through the sandstone formations and into the village of Schmilka, where we will enjoy traditional beers at a Saxon brewery, before crossing the Elbe and catching the train home. The tour will be led by travel author and guide Dan Cole, author of the leading hiking guide Beer Hiking Berlin. Dan has also worked previously for Lonely Planet, Easyjet Magazine, and Lufthansa, and has several published travel guides about Berlin and beyond. Tickets [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/bohemian-day-trip-from-berlin-to-saxony-switzerland-tickets-1989820636087).

9 km walk along the Mauerweg to Mauerpark + optional Belgian beer experience🍺

Let's trace the old Berlin Wall on foot! We'll meet at Wittenau station at 3 pm and set off on a relaxed 9 km walk south along the Mauerweg, the trail that follows the former Berlin Wall, all the way to Mauerpark. It's an easy and varied walk, full of parks, water channels and small reminders of the city's divided past. We'll reach Mauerpark around 5:30pm and take a proper break (5:30–6:30 pm) — bring a picnic, grab food from the stalls nearby, or just relax on the grass while the park comes alive. Afterwards, anyone who's up for it can join an optional Belgian beer experience at Herman Belgian Bar to round off the day. If you are a beer lover but have never tried the Belgian style of brewing, you can't miss this! Meeting point: outside the Wittenau U8 exit. How to get there: U8 or S-Bahn (S1/S85/S26) to Wittenau. What to bring: comfy shoes, water, a snack or picnic, and some cash for food/drinks. Optional: a picnic blanket. Organizing fee: 3€ (please bring cash). Join our WhatsApp group for updates: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HL3lL2aBxuEI1PGdV2spwZ See you on Saturday! 🍺