The European long-distance hiking trail E1 leads through seven countries from the North Cape to southern Italy. Here you can learn more about this unique hiking trail and share your experiences with others.

Discover Europe on foot

Whether you have just started hiking or are a "pro", whether you want to hike for a long time at a stretch or just for the weekend - the E1 offers a hiking experience for all levels. You can explore different European regions on it, but also discover your own country.

E1 in Skandinavien

Norway, Finland & Sweden

Approx. 3,350 kilometres in 3 countries. From the North Cape to southern Sweden

Denmark

375 kilometres in 16 stages
from Grenå to Padborg

Map of E1 in Germany

Germany

1,900 kilometres, in 76 stages
from Flensburg to Lake Constance

Map of E1 in switzerland

Switzerland

310 kilometres in 15 stages
from Lake Constance via Gotthard to Morcote

Map of E1 in italy

Italy

approx. 2,000 kilometers - not yet completed continuously
from Porto Ceresio to Capo Passero

About E1

What Hiking Europe offers you

Stage information

Route, altitude profiles, stage descriptions, points of interest and much more.

GPX tracks

GPX tracks for downloading for sat navs and tour planning.

Accommodation

Whether you are looking for a campsite, a mountain hut or a hotel, you will find plenty of accommodation for every requirement on the E1.

Orientation

Information on hiking maps, hiking guides and regional peculiarities in trail marking.

Community & exchange

Use our forum or the comment function for exchanges with the E1 community.

Participate

Add stage descriptions, photos and accommodation. The website lives from your help.