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Featured · Access

Scotland's outdoor access code under quiet pressure. A member briefing

The Land Reform Act has shaped access on the hills since 2003. New consultations propose adjustments around event permits and short-stay camping that hikers should pay attention to.

GHO desk · May 8, 2026

Recent

  • Memberships

    Reciprocal hut discounts: who actually accepts which alpine club card in 2026

    We compared this year's reciprocal agreements across the major alpine clubs and built a table you can take to the refuge desk.

    GHO desk · May 4, 2026

  • Trails

    Tour du Mont Blanc considers a permit system. What's on the table

    Local mayors along the TMB have floated capping daily departures from selected gateways. Here is what is being proposed and how to send constructive feedback.

    Le Dauphiné Libéré · April 29, 2026

  • Gear

    Satellite messenger reliability. A member survey of 312 multi-day trips

    We asked members to log their satellite messenger experience over a season. Coverage gaps, dropped check-ins, and battery realities. Summarized.

    GHO desk · April 22, 2026

  • Stewardship

    Kungsleden bridge repairs delay summer through-hikes. Partial reroutes published

    Two key bridges on the Kungsleden are out for the season. The Swedish Tourist Association has published official reroutes; we link them and add notes from members.

    STF · April 18, 2026

  • Stewardship

    GHO publishes Leave No Trace summaries in 12 languages

    Working with member volunteers, we translated a one-page Leave No Trace summary into the languages most spoken on the European long-distance routes.

    GHO desk · April 11, 2026

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