Sunday, June 19, 2011

"If you don't want to run into any naked people, stop right here!"

When "Germany's first hiking trail for nudists" opened on May 29, 2010, near the town of Dankerode, enthusiasm was running high — and not just among those who enjoy braving nature in the buff. Mayor Monika Rauhut hailed the trail as "the latest attraction here in beautiful Wippertal."

The trail was an instant hit, which got us wondering if such a thing might be a good idea in Switzerland, where the issue of nude hiking will soon be taken up by the Supreme Court. The "unofficial spokesperson" for Swiss lovers of the outdoor activity isn't so sure. But Puistola Grottenpösch (not his real name) does see some upsides. A sanctioned trail would give many people an opportunity to experience the "bodily freedom" that only hiking in the nude offers — an experience that "fills you with happiness," he says. More...

Don't miss:
  1. Switzerland and the naked ramblers!!!
  2. Switzerland tells naked German ramblers to buzz off!!!
  3. Denmark's Roskilde Festival naked run 2010!!!
  4. Naked bike ride down Lausanne, Switzerland!!!
  5. Melbourne's naked bike ride!!!
  6. Tour operator organises nudist cruise!!! 

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