Mallorca Trail Running Holidays: The Complete Guide to Running the Serra de Tramuntana

Mallorca isn't our most remote destination. It isn't our highest altitude. But there's something about running the Serra de Tramuntana with the Mediterranean glittering below you that gets people every single time.

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Training for Your First Trail Running Holiday: A Road Runner's Guide

Made the switch from road to trail? Pure Trails guide Matt Rogers shares an 8-week training plan built specifically for road runners preparing for their first trail running holiday — covering the five things that catch people out every time, which trips suit first-timers, and what to expect when you arrive.

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Trail Running for Beginners: How to Get Started

Everything you need to know to start trail running — from your first steps off-road to your first mountain adventure. Trail shoes, technique, an 8-week training plan and the most common mistakes beginners make. Written by Pure Trails guide Roxy Dukes.

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Solo Trail Running Holidays: The Complete Guide for Single Travellers

Over 90% of Pure Trails guests travel solo — and almost all of them say it was the best decision they made. Here's everything you need to know about solo trail running holidays, from what to expect on arrival to which trips bond groups fastest. Strangers become trail family. Every time.

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The Best Trail Running Holidays in Europe 2026

From the Serra de Tramuntana to the Accursed Mountains of Albania — seven extraordinary European trail running destinations for 2026, with honest advice on who each one is right for and what to expect on the trail.

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Arrive Solo, Leave Family: The True Story Behind the Pure Trails Crew ✨

It’s the best kind of nervous energy. You’re eyeing that epic trip—maybe it’s tracing the Path of the Gods along the Amalfi Coast, or maybe it’s the truly wild trails of Manaslu. Your heart says absolutely, yes!

But then that little, anxious voice pipes up: I have to do this alone?

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Trail Running Bliss: Exploring the Amalfi Coast on Foot 🌴

🌴 Trail Running Bliss: Exploring the Amalfi Coast on Foot 🌴

Imagine running along ancient trails that wind through lemon groves, over rugged mountain paths, and along cliff edges with the shimmering Mediterranean below. The Amalfi Coast isn’t just a destination—it’s an experience!

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What Happens On A Pure Trails Adventure?

We think we’ve created the perfect adventure holiday. For those of you who love meeting like-minded people, running amazing trails at your own pace, exploring show-stopping places, and getting a sense of inspiration, Pure Trails was invented for you. Read on to learn how we curate our adventure trips that strike the perfect balance of all the things you love. 

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