All our tips on equipment, hygiene, kitchen, comfort, etc. Learn how to properly pitch your tent, set up camp, and fully enjoy your nights under the stars!
You know it already: having good boots is the guarantee of making the most of your hike. In winter, it's even more true! Grip and support remain essential criteria to which are added thermal insulation and impermeability.
Most people are unaware of the laws governing wild camping. Here is a quick guide for enjoying a night out in the French country without breaking the law.
Your bivouac needs to be well-prepared before pitching your tent in the middle of nature! Choice of equipment, location, preliminary information, practical advice: this guide will allow you step-by-step to combine safety and pleasure for your future nights spent outdoors.
Let's get under the skin of the banana. Before we take a bite, as it is or cooked, let's take a look at its nutritional qualities. We asked Edwige, dietitian, a bunch of questions. And we got some answers. Keep your eyes peeled!
To take full advantage of your hikes, we suggest some safety reminders specifically applying to hiking. Don't forget to tell a friend before you leave, prepare your first aid kit and protect your skin from little creatures. Nothing will stop you from going on the adventure!
When it comes to staying dry and at the right temperature when trekking, there's no use in just multiplying the number of layers: You just need to find the right combination of clothes! The 4-layer rule is a heat management and humidity regulation technique.
No matter what the season, it is very important to prepare your hike properly: your equipment and route. It is even more essential if you wish to go during a season when weather is changeable. Even if it is a day or half-day hike, good preparation is necessary: weather forecast, choice of the route and equipment.
Today, it is important to preserve our playground, nature, so that we can enjoy it for as long as possible, and our children after us. Discover eco-hiking: or how to explore the mountains around us while respecting the environment?
The good weather is back and you want to get out into nature! We all love immersing ourselves in nature, but we don't always realise the impact we have. Organising a zero waste hike isn't impossible, it is even fairly easy, but requires a bit of preparation.
When the snow disappears, the flora takes over. The first flowers appear... Unfortunately, this idyllic picture is often ruined by the reappearance of litter that has been dumped and buried under snow during the winter. Here's how to hike clean!
Preserving our playground is a key issue, which is why
So, in addition to our eco-design actions, Quechua is committed to several associations working to protect the mountain environment.
Find out how Quechua tests its backpacks so that they can guarantee them for 10 years, with complete confidence. To experience even more adventures, Quechua guarantees all of its backpacks for 10 years, from the smallest to the biggest.
To motivate your children to go hiking, there's nothing like getting them involved in preparing a fun and tasty snack or meal. In addition to the fun your child will have scraping the dish, this activity will allow you to spend time with your family before and during your hike.
Are you going on an adventure for several days? Whether in a van or a bivouac, Decathlon can help you find the right solar shower for an uncompromising getaway
Whether you’re just going for a stroll for a few hours, on a day-long hike, fast hiking, mountain trekking or backpacking through a region, we have the backpack for you. Check out all our tips to make the right choice!
We cannot promise that your feet will actually smell good, because there is probably no such thing as a fragrant foot. But we have dug up a few home-grown tips that have already proved their worth.
Tries, penalties, match points etc. You know the rules of tennis or rugby off by heart. And how about hiking? Although there are no universal rules to speak of, there are broad principles that govern the activity and individual places may enforce their own rules.
Enduction, membrane, water repellency: Does that mean anything to you? These are all elements that will affect the waterproofing of your waterproof hiking jacket.
Find out how to measure the waterproof rating!
What criteria should you take into consideration when choosing your hiking fleece? Warmth? Thickness? Weight or breathability? There is no single answer to these questions, everything depends on your needs! So how do you choose? We explain it all to you.
Length, material, knit fabric, warmth, breathability etc When hiking in the snow, the type of sock you choose is critical. How do you choose the ideal sock that will keep your feet both comfortable and safe?
The term glamping is made up of the two words "glamorous" and "camping". The concept has enjoyed increasing popularity among travel enthusiasts for some time.
Need some hiking gaiters, but would like some help choosing the right size and model? Find out about the different uses for gaiters, the size and height you need and how to put them on.
You glasses case allows you to carry your sunglasses in your trouser pocket, backpack or belt when you are hiking in the mountains. If you are looking for a sunglasses case, here are the questions that will help you choose one that suits your needs!
Getting the right hiking equipment for baby primarily involves choosing the best footwear. The following 3 factors must be taken into account at all costs: the sole, the comfort and the support.
Here's a recipe for a great breakfast, giving pancakes a special, camping-friendly twist. Easy to prepare, this recipe is sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. You can also take this one-pan cake on the go as a snack during your hikes!
Did you know that simply relieving yourself in the woods can contaminate streams? With the development of diseases such as giardia and the increasing number of little piles of toilet paper beside the trails, let's look closer at this sanitary issue that is all too often not mentioned.
Have you heard of Geocaching? Do you know how to build a shack? Discover 8 activities to get your kids into hiking. If you decide to go hiking with your pre-teens, plan some fun, motivating activities to avoid seeing them drag their feet after just five minutes. It's also an opportunity for you to revisit your childhood and spend some special moments with them...
We are going to get the full benefit of being in the sun when we are outdoors! Here are our tips so your children keep lovely memories of these outings.
Whether it’s just aluminium, equipped with a non-stick coating, or even anodised aluminium, your cooking pot is one of the essentials in your camp. So, it’s a good idea to ensure you take care of it, so that you can keep on using it for a long time in your greatest mountain adventures. To do this, we have some tips and tricks ;)
Hikers, even experienced hikers, can sometimes forget to warm up, but it can prevent lots of injuries. Here are 6 exercises that will warm up your muscles.
Are you are a nomad at heart? Are you planning a camping or campervan holiday but cooking isn't really your forte?
You've come to the right place!
Elisabeth, an aspiring nomad and cook, offers some advice and easy recipes for cooking when camping.
Joël Roux, mountain guide, tells us what to do if you are caught in a storm in the mountains. The mountain skies are tricky and sometimes full of surprises.
The eyes of children are delicate and undergo significant development until the age of 12 years, which is why they must be protected...Even if young children don't like it at first. To overcome the difficult stage of getting them to wear sunglasses, make sure you choose a pair that fits their face, fulfils its purpose and... that they soon forget about!
Remember to include stretching as part of your post-hike routine to recuperate more effectively. Do not hesitate to stop and stretch your muscles during your trip should you feel the need.
Dry mountain air can increase dehydration. It's essential to stay hydrated on a hike if you are to get the most out of the exercise and the landscapes when you're getting away from it all ...
As a hiker or trekker, softshell is an important element of your equipment. So much so that its choice is going to be crucial. So just for you, here is the complete guide to choosing the right hiking softshell!
Air cooling is the name of the ventilation technology used in our backpacks - a system that is tested in our laboratories to ensure airflow and comfort.
Hiking is the opportunity to share beautiful moments with the family, as a couple or between friends. For a successful outing, it’s essential to plan your hike around those going with you: a kid’s expectations aren't the same as those of a group of friends.
Hiking in the spring and autumn offers some wonderful surprises, and it would be a shame to miss out on them for fear of getting caught out in the rain! When the weather is changeable, the footpaths are less busy, so you may as well get the equipment to withstand the weather and enjoy it. Warning, check that the weather isn't threatening either!
The breathability of a material is its capacity to eliminate the water vapour generated through perspiration. Therefore, during physical exercise, highly breathable clothing is essential to avoid staying wet.
