A green and peaceful county just beyond London — where ancient lanes, rolling fields, and village pubs make every walk feel like an escape.
Hertfordshire is one of England’s most accessible yet underrated counties for walking holidays and outdoor adventures. From the sweeping ridges of the Chilterns to the winding waterways of the River Lea, its network of footpaths, bridleways, and green lanes connects historic towns, ancient woodlands, and open farmland. Whether you’re following the Hertfordshire Way or setting out from villages like Ashwell, Aldbury, or Much Hadham, the county offers routes that blend countryside calm with a strong sense of heritage.
Explore the Chilterns fringe in the west, the historic parklands around St Albans, or the tranquil waterways of the Lea Valley. The county is crossed by long-distance trails including the Hertfordshire Way, Icknield Way, and sections of the Chiltern Way, making it ideal for both day walks and multi-day self-guided trips.
A 195-mile circular trail passing through villages, woodlands, and market towns — easy to walk in stages or as a full journey.
National Trust-managed hills, beechwoods, and ridge walks near Aldbury and Tring.
Historic walks through Roman ruins, riverside meadows, and green spaces on the edge of the city.
Flat, tranquil walking alongside waterways that cut across the eastern edge of the county.
Literary heritage and countryside trails near the former home of George Bernard Shaw.
