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Welcome to Power Hiking Paris, a registered non-profit hiking organization under the French law of 1901, a member of the French Hiking Federation (FFRP), and a beneficiary of a Tourism License.

Established in 2015, we have proudly served the hiking community ever since. We are a friendly group of international hikers living in the Paris area, using English as our primary communication language. We typically walk 20-30 km every weekend in Île-de-France at a brisk pace (4.5 to 7 km/h).

Our walks are graded as follows:

  • Newcomers: 4.5 - 5.5 km/h
  • Regular: 5.5 - 6.5 km/h
  • Challenging: 6 - 7 km/h

Please note that you need to be fit to participate, as Power Hiking is a workout activity, not sightseeing, and may not be suitable for everyone.

All our hikes are led by volunteer international hike leaders who are trained in-house. We are not professionals, but we strive to organize our events with the same level of professionalism, including a legal structure, clear rules, an insurance policy to protect everyone, and proper training. For instance, we are the only hiking group legally allowed to organize large hiking trips in France and abroad because we hold a Tourism License.

We are committed to our members and have continued to operate even during the Covid pandemic (with online activities). Since our inception in 2015, we have organized over 1,000 events, including day hikes, weekend getaways, and hiking adventures in France and abroad. Thousands of hikers have joined us, with a high level of satisfaction, making Power Hiking Paris the most successful and active hiking group on Meetup in the Paris region.

Our community is also about building bonds of friendship between members. Respect, courtesy, and friendliness are our core values, while commitment and responsibility are our core principles.

Before signing up, please read our Terms and Conditions carefully. Being a member of Power Hiking Paris means you fully understand and agree to these terms.

We value individuals who follow the rules, have a constructive and friendly mindset, and are considerate of others. We have a strict policy against entitled, toxic, or disrespectful behavior and prioritize the common interest of the group.

If you are looking to get outdoors with active and friendly people from all over the world and of all ages, sign up now and become a Power Hiker. Check out our Facebook page, Instagram account @powerhikingparis

We don't strive to be famous or influential, but people do talk about us:
stillarunner
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Metropolitan walkers London

WHY IS IT SAFER TO WALK WITH PHP ? :

  • Organized and Insured: PHP is a legally established organization. This means your walks are organized under a legal framework, providing greater security and peace of mind.
  • Participant and Leader Insurance: Both participants and our hike leaders are fully insured by MAIF CS 90000 - 79038 Niort cedex 9. This coverage protects you in case of accidents or unforeseen events.
  • Reduced Personal Risk: By participating in PHP-organized hikes, you minimize the personal risks associated with independent outings, such as lack of insurance coverage or potential legal liabilities.

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* PHP is a law 1901 not-for-profit Organisation. “Not-for-profit organizations are types of organizations that do not earn profits for its owners. All of the money earned by a not-for-profit organization is used in pursuing the organization's objectives and keeping it running”
* The FRENCH HIKING FEDERATION (FFRP) is a recognized association of public utility. Approved and delegate of the Ministry in charge of Sports for hiking and the Longe Côte. Member of the French National Olympic and Sports Committee and of the European Federation of Hiking.
** Power Hiking Paris is a beneficiary of a Tourism License: IM077110013 . All our trips are insured by  AXA FRANCE IARD - 313 TERRASSES DE L'ARCHE , 92727 NANTERRE, FRANCE (Assurance RCP Contract N°5386829204) and financially guaranteed by GROUPAMA ASSURANCE-CRÉDIT & CAUTION - 8-10 RUE D’ASTORG , 75008 PARIS, FRANCE (Contract N°4000714664 )