The Solace of Solo Walks: Why Women Are Embracing the Freedom to Roam The notion that solo walks are intimidating or daunting for women has been perpetuated for far too long.
However, as more women take to the trails in the UK and Europe, it's clear that this trend is about reclaiming a fundamental aspect of human experience: solitude.
Solitude has long been a staple of female experience, from medieval pilgrims traversing Europe's countryside in search of spiritual enlightenment to 19th century adventurers braving uncharted territories.