Carola’s Wanderlust Soundtrack on London Calling (CFM Radio)
What's a 'Wanderlust Soundtrack' you ask? Longtime readers of this blog might have noticed that I occasionally like to pinch a more or less famous song title as the headline for my posts. Though I am miserable at remembering lyrics I love music of most
What did you do one year ago today? – How Walking Home has changed me
It was exactly one year ago today, on a sunny Sunday morning, that I set out on an elaborate adventure. I had it in my head to walk from my home town Berlin to Biarritz at the French Atlantic coast.
How to make a Polly to help you carry your backpack
Earlier this week I gave you tips on how to prepare for your first long distance walk and how to sustain the hike. I hope I was able to inspire you to at last give it a try. In case
Long distance hiking for beginners, pt. 2
When I set out to do “Walking Home” I had done exactly one multi-day hike that was far from the long distance hiking I was about to attempt: When climbing Mount Cameroon in 2012 I had chosen the two and a
Long distance hike preparation for beginners, pt. 1
When I set out to do “Walking Home” I had done exactly one multi-day hike and it was hardly a long distance hike: When climbing Mount Cameroon in 2012, I had chosen the two and a half day route with one
Château de Minière, a complete wine experience – Grape picking in France
I spent most of October in the Loire Valley. This region in central France is known above all for two things: its magnificent castles and its wines. Though I did find some time to explore the former, I had come
Walking Home, Week 23 and a Day: Getting there
Day 155 - Bordeaux At the moment sightseeing in Bordeaux is the least of my concerns. The city is only a train ride from Biarritz. I may come back for a few days when it's done. At the moment I have
Walking Home, week 22: Wisdom
Day 148 - to La Rochelle With a heavy heart I say goodbye to Sophie and Oléron. La Rochelle, or more specifically, Biarritz and the end of my march are awaiting me. We use the morning to explore the citadel and
Haute Saintonge (Regional Newspaper)
I had almost reached the Atlantic in Royan when I stayed on the campsite Des Acacias outside Clion. Upon hearing about my travels the owner suggested I talk to Jacqui, a reporter for the local newspaper Haute Saintonge. My first
Walking Home, week 21: Because, la mer
Day 141 - to Aubeterre-sur-Dronne Another night in which I have hardly slept. The damp cold has spread throughout my body. From up the river drums and bass could be heard all night. A metal club I presume. Paul, who shares a