The Swiss Alps provide masterful ... Be sure to carry a paper map of the route, and have access to an offline version, such as one from Swiss Topo App, which is put out by Switzerland's Federal ...

Earlier this year, I enjoyed dozens of cross-country ski outings. Now we wait out “false spring” and anticipate “second winter.” Jokes aside, gray days can get us down. But there could ...

Factors like vegetation, wind, temperature, and activity can all influence an avalanche. But slope is the most critical ...

Punta Pioda doesn't have the same notoriety as the north faces of the Eiger, the Matterhorn, or the Grandes Jorasses. But it's beautiful and impressive.

The Prehistoric Pile Dwellings Around the Alps in Switzerland was just named the most stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site ...

If you're up for a challenge, hike to the top of this tall mountain in Japan for stunning views of Mount Fuji, serene nature, ...

If you make a purchase from our site, we may earn a commission. This does not affect the quality or independence of our editorial content.

Note FIRST only. Topographical map of Central Japan showing contours, spot heights, towns, roads, railroads, rivers, administrative boundaries and submarine cables. Scale 1:1 000 000. Annotated to ...