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Ever been hiking? Here are a few questions about some of long walking trails from all over the world.

A multiple-choice quiz by quogequox. Estimated time: 5 mins.

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quogequox

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178,421

Updated
Jul 23 22

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Question 1 of 10

1. The Pennine Way runs through northern England. It derives its name from which geographical feature that it follows? Hint

Coastline

River

Hills

Forest

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Question 2 of 10

2. The El Camino De Santiago is a walk that leads through northern Spain. It follows a path used by Christian pilgrims for hundreds of years ending in the city of Santiago de Compostela. It is in the city's cathedral that, legend has it, a saint is buried. Who? Hint

Saint James

Saint Peter

Saint Paul

Saint Bulwinkle

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Question 3 of 10

3. The Bergslagsleden Trek is a 280 kilometre hike along lakes and through forests in which of the Scandinavian countries? Hint

Norway

Finland

Denmark

Sweden

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Question 4 of 10

4. 14,000 people hike the length of the Milford Track each year. Which country is home to the Milford Track? Hint

Malaysia

New Zealand

Canada

South Africa

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Question 5 of 10

5. The Annapurna Circuit in the Nepalese Himalayas is one of the country's most popular treks. At its highest point the trek reaches 5300 metres as it climbs over which pass? Hint

Rohagaon Pass

Nambo Pass

Sal Gompa

Thorung La Pass

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Question 6 of 10

6. In Peru a famous trail follows an old Inca road along precipitous mountainsides and up and down many steep climbs and completes a wet, cold and windy walk at which famous Inca ruin? Hint

El Dorado

Machu Picchu

Cuzco

Lima

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Question 7 of 10

7. This trail extends from southern California right through to Washington state. It is a distance of 2650 miles. What is its name? Hint

John Muir Trail

Pacific Crest Trail

Donner Track

Yosemite Cascades Way

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Question 8 of 10

8. Australia has numerous long distance hiking trails. Which one will take a hiker from the Flinders Ranges through to the whale spotting cliffs of the Flerieu Peninsula? Hint

Pichi Richi Way

South East Walk

Heysen Trail

Bicentennial Trail

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Question 9 of 10

9. The Kokoda Trail was once the sight of a brutal World War Two battle between Australian and Japanese forces. Nowadays it is a pilgrimage for Australian trekkers. In which country can you find the Kokoda Trail? Hint

Malaysia

Papua New Guinea

Burma

Indonesia

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which of these trails will you find in Turkey? Hint

The Lycian Trail

Grey Goose Walk

The Ark Hike

The Green Line

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. The Pennine Way runs through northern England. It derives its name from which geographical feature that it follows?

Answer: Hills

The Pennine Way wanders through Northern England for some 270 miles. It passes through the Peak District national park, the Yorkshire dales and ends at the Scottish border. While much of the walk is in isolated countryside the hiker is also able to enjoy the delights of the English country pub many times during the walk.

Answer: Saint James

A great tradition of the "pilgrimage" is obtaining the "Compostela" a certificate of completed travel. To obtain one from the cathedral a walker must present a "Credencial", a sort of passport from the pilgrims Hospice in Roncesvalles that must be stamped on everyday of the journey.

3. The Bergslagsleden Trek is a 280 kilometre hike along lakes and through forests in which of the Scandinavian countries?

Answer: Sweden

The trek is the northern leg of Europe Tour 1, which leads all the way to southern Italy. It is advised not to hike the trail between late October and early November; Elk hunting season!

4. 14,000 people hike the length of the Milford Track each year. Which country is home to the Milford Track?

Answer: New Zealand

The Milford Trail is found on the South Island of New Zealand; because of its popularity authorities restrict hikers to 40 per day at the trails beginning. The trail is 53 kilometres through the rainforests and along the fjords of Fiordland National Park.

5. The Annapurna Circuit in the Nepalese Himalayas is one of the country's most popular treks. At its highest point the trek reaches 5300 metres as it climbs over which pass?

Answer: Thorung La Pass

The trek is 300 kilometres in length and takes about three weeks to complete. Highlights include soaring mountain scenery and lush alpine fields. Oh and Yetis of course.

6. In Peru a famous trail follows an old Inca road along precipitous mountainsides and up and down many steep climbs and completes a wet, cold and windy walk at which famous Inca ruin?

Answer: Machu Picchu

The Inca Trail has become increasingly regulated over recent years, authorities restricting numbers on the trail. It is recommended that hikers take a reputable guide for this walk.

7. This trail extends from southern California right through to Washington state. It is a distance of 2650 miles. What is its name?

Answer: Pacific Crest Trail

This long distance hike takes trekkers through a variety of environments ranging from the Mojave Desert, Yosemite national park, even the volcanoes of Mount Shasta and Mount Hood. An average of 300 hardy trekkers complete the entire trail each year.

8. Australia has numerous long distance hiking trails. Which one will take a hiker from the Flinders Ranges through to the whale spotting cliffs of the Flerieu Peninsula?

Answer: Heysen Trail

The Heysen Trail, named after a famous South Australian painter, highlights the arid mid north of South Australia. It passes through the dramatic Wilpena Pound in its northern reaches before settling down and passing through the wine tasting country of the Clare and Barossa valleys.

Answer: Papua New Guinea

The Kokoda Trail (or Track) is 96 kilometres through New Guinea's interior. It's a muddy slog through humid, steaming conditions, difficult even without the threat of enemy machine guns! The native Papua New Guineans became known for their aid during the conflict assisting wounded Australians to safety. They became known as the "fuzzy wuzzy angels".

10. Which of these trails will you find in Turkey?

Answer: The Lycian Trail

The Lycian Trail runs for some 500 kilometres from the Fethiye to Antalya in southern Turkey. It gives hikers the opportunity to view Turkey's mountains, waterfalls, coasts and numerous ancient Roman ruins.

Source: Author quogequox

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