European Hiking Holidays
 

European Encounters – Association for mutual comprehension e. V.

It is our target to make a contribution to friendly relations and positive mutual understanding between the people in Europe. In order to achieve this aim we organize hiking stays in our various partner regions.

We are independent with respect to any ideology. We are a mixed group of people of every age and origin, also coming from various professional backgrounds and we are totally open towards anyone interested in joining in and helping with our work. In Munich we also further the development of our idea: we organise meetings and walking tours.

The Best Choice of Routes – Always in Good Hands
Our walking itineraries and programmes are planned in close partnership with local associations and hikers who are at home in the areas to be visited and who, as experienced guides, are able to lead us to the most delightful spots. Furthermore, the group guides, who are responsible for looking after the guests during their stay, are bilingual and experienced in dealing with groups. They will do their utmost to make sure that everyone feels comfortable.

It will not be necessary for native speakers of English to be able to speak French or German as normally there will always be enough guests with a good command of English. However, joining one of our walking groups can provide a great opportunity to practise foreign languages in a relaxed atmosphere.

Learning more about other people and societies
Encounters with other people are the true aim of our walking tours. Our groups always receive a warm welcome from the local hikers. Sometimes local people from previously visited areas will also join us. Apart from individual encounters, we would also like to make our guests familiar with social topics and/or related activities linked to the particular area we are visiting, i.e. subjects of European importance which contribute to a better under­standing of different cultures.