The OpenRando blog
Tips, guides and inspiration for your outdoor adventures.
Family hiking: 8 easy walks with kids
8 easy family hikes in Provence: short trails, minimal elevation, with fun discoveries for children. All routes with GPX files.
Best Hiking Apps in 2026: Complete Comparison
Komoot, AllTrails, Wikiloc, IGN Géoportail, OsmAnd… Which is the best hiking app in 2026? Our complete comparison to help you choose the ideal app for your profile.
Hiking Around Marseille: 10 Trails Beyond the Calanques
Discover 10 hiking trails around Marseille beyond the Calanques: the Garlaban hills, Mont Carpiagne, the Blue Coast, Allauch and the rocky hinterland.
The Mental Health Benefits of Hiking: What the Science Says
Stress, anxiety, rumination, sleep, self-esteem… Discover how hiking concretely affects the brain and mental well-being, and how to get the most out of every outing.
What to Pack in Your Hiking First Aid Kit: The Complete Guide
Bandages, antiseptic, emergency blanket… Discover everything your hiking first aid kit should contain so you can hit the trails with confidence.
Understanding Trail Markings in France: The Complete Guide
GR, GRP, PR, yellow marks, red and white blazes… Learn how to read all hiking trail markings in France so you never get lost on the trails again.
8 Best Hikes Around Lac de Serre-Poncon: The Complete Guide
Discover the 8 best hikes around Lac de Serre-Poncon in the French Alps: Pic de Morgon, Aiguilles de Chabrieres, Sentier des Pyramides and breathtaking views over France's largest artificial lake.
Hiking Around Uzès and the Pont du Gard: 8 Loops Through Garrigue and Heritage
8 hikes around Uzès, the Pont du Gard, and Nîmes: garrigue loops, Gardon riverbanks, stone huts, and charming villages. Downloadable GPX tracks.
How to Choose a Hiking Backpack: The Complete Guide
Volume, carrying system, adjustments, compartments… All the criteria for choosing the ideal hiking backpack based on your activity, trip duration, and body type.