Day 96: Barenschutzklamm, Austria

Just 20km from Graz is the Barenschutzklamm, a rugged gorge with towering cliff faces, waterfalls and frothing rivers. And you can climb right to the top, a taxing 2 hour ascent courtesy of wooden ladder that hugs the gorge all the way to the summit. A stunning hike, a near vertical climb in places, the wooden rungs being much harder than steps or a steady incline.

The scenery is stunning, some of the best I have ever seen. The combination of fresh forest air, a good cardio workout and the visual feast are just the tonic I need.