When I go hiking, I don’t leave any rubbish, I always leave the place as beautiful as I found it.
I take all my rubbish with me, even biodegradable waste. I use reusable containers and sort later. And if I go swimming, I opt for organic sun cream, which has less impact on lakes and rivers. I’m particularly careful in mountain lakes, where swimming is often banned to protect these fragile environments.
When hiking, I respect the rhythm of the herd.
To make the herdsmen’s work easier, I close the gates, keep my distance from the animals and remain calm if a guard dog approaches. I don’t trample the pastures to preserve biodiversity and leave the plants to the herds.
Along the way, each of us goes our own way.
Hikers, cyclists, hunters, breeders, farmers or local residents… The paths are shared with respect. I drive on the authorised lanes, I park in the designated car parks, and I make room for everyone.
Before setting off on a hike, I stock up on information to make sure I’m on the right track.
Regional Nature Park, Natura 2000 area, protected site, etc… Each area has its own rules. To be a good hiker, I find out about the regulations in force before putting on my boots.
When hiking, I don’t take shortcuts, I stay on the path!
Leaving the path is risky for me and degrades nature. It damages the soil, encourages erosion, destroys vegetation and disturbs animals. By staying on the paths, I’m helping to protect nature. I’m allowing flowers to grow, landscapes to retain their beauty and animals to live in peace.
On a hike, the animals are at home.
Wild or farmed animals have their own habits. I admire them from afar without feeding or touching them, especially the young ones. By leaving them alone, I’m doing the right thing for their well-being… and for my own safety.
I choose safety, I avoid danger.
By avoiding fires (cigarettes, campfires, burning paper), I’m protecting forests, animals and landscapes. The climate is drier, the risk of fire greater: every gesture counts. In an emergency, call 18 or 112.
Nothing in the pockets, everything in the eyes.
Flowers, stones, dead wood, insects: everything here has a role to play. To preserve it, I leave it where I found it.
I keep a low profile when I’m out hiking!
Noise scares animals away and can annoy local residents. Shouting, music, chatter, drones… it stresses them out and prevents them from feeding, resting or breeding. The more discreet I am, the more likely I am to see them… and enjoy a magical moment without disturbing them.
When hiking, I check the weather before setting off
In the mountains, the weather can be unpredictable, but it’s always best to find out beforehand by calling 32 50.
