When people talk about trekking, they are talking about long or multi-day hikes, with heavy backpacks on their shoulders and sometimes in challenging terrain or at altitude.
Trekking boots that have the right characteristics of comfort, protection and support are needed for these routes.
Durable uppers, protective wraps, soles with good grip on all terrains, and waterproof, breathable membranes. In some cases, for those who venture to high altitudes, soles with the ability to mount crampons become essential.
So here are some hiking boot models tested and recommended by us testers.
Happy trekking to all!
AKU ALTERRA II GTX
A boot designed for long treks where you need a very comfortable and protective shoe. Its structure makes it suitable for medium and high altitudes in summer and mid-season.
Ideal use: Long hikes on difficulty E with heavy backpacks.
Weight (size 42): 656 gr
Footbed: medium-narrow
Cramponable: C1
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AKU SUPERALP V-LIGHT GTX
Well-structured boot, ideal for multi-day, heavy-duty trekkers. Protective and comfortable even after many hours of use, it still manages to ensure good breathability. Made from environmentally conscious and vegan friendly materials.
Ideal use: Long hikes on difficulty E with heavy backpacks.
Weight (size 42): 630gr
Footbed: medium
Cramponable: C1
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GARMONT TOWER TREK GTX
Protective and sturdy but at the same time very comfortable, capable of grinding out miles and elevation gain. The walk feels natural and protected even on uneven terrain. Good thermal seal even on the coldest days and at altitude. A little warm for use at low altitude or in the middle of summer.
Ideal use: Long hikes on difficulty E.
Weight (size 42): 600gr
Footbed: medium-width
Cramponable: C1
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KAYLAND GRAND TOUR GTX
A high-cut boot with a semi-rigid sole designed for hiking at medium to high altitudes and on technical, mixed terrain—including rock and snow—even when carrying heavy backpacks. Its compatibility with semi-automatic crampons expands its range of use to include easy mountaineering and winter hiking.
Ideal use: Hikes on technical terrain (EE) and easy summer mountaineering
Weight (size 42): 540gr
Footbed: medium
Cramponable: C1, C2
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LA SPORTIVA AEQUILIBRIUM ST
Classic design for a shoe that is light in weight but does not sacrifice strength and stability. Sole’s good grip and support make it suitable for outings on even challenging hiking terrain, as well as long tours with heavy loads.
Ideal use: Long hikes on difficulty E with heavy backpacks.
Weight (size 42): 685gr
Footbed: medium
Cramponable: C1
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LOWA RANDIR GTX MID
Versatile trekking boot for use in unstable weather conditions and on difficult terrain with significant elevation changes. The Gore-Tex membrane, well-designed lacing and Vibram sole guarantee comfort and stability, both on day trips and more demanding treks lasting several days.
Ideal Use:
Long excursions even on technical terrain EE.
Weight(size 42): 634 gr
Footbed: media
Cramponable: No
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LOWA TICAM EVO GTX
A model halfway between advanced hiking and easy mountaineering. The semi-rigid sole and important structure help with heavy loads and difficult terrain, and make them suitable for use with crampons on summer glaciers and easy rock climbing.
Ideal Use:
Hiking in technical EE terrain and easy summer mountaineering.
Weight (size 42): 815 gr
Footbed: scelta tra media e larga
Cramponable: C1, C2
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MEINDL LITEPEAK PRO GTX
Trekking boots with a semi-rigid Sole suitable for semi-automatic crampons. Rugged upper, protective rand and zoned lacing make them suitable for hiking in challenging terrain and at high altitudes.
Ideal use: Hiking in technical EE terrain even with snowfields.
Weight (size 42): 650gr
Footbed: medium
Cramponable: C1, C2
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MEINDL TONALE
German tradition for a shoe that, while lightweight, knows how to be protective and stable enough to cope with multi-hour hikes on medium terrain. Excellent comfort and good breathability even for summer.
Ideal use: Hiking on E terrain over 4 hours with light loads.
Weight (size 42): 530gr
Footbed: medium
Cramponable: no
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MILLET G TREK 5 GTX
A semi-rigid trekking shoe with a full protective structure, also useful for expert hiking. It is able to offer comfort even after many hours of use and excellent foot and ankle protection.
Ideal use: Hiking in technical EE terrain even with snowfields.
Weight (size 42): 430gr
Footbed: medium
Cramponable: C1, C2
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SALEWA MOUNTAIN TRAINER LITE MID
Boot designed for the female foot, offering an excellent compromise between lightness, comfort and protection. Sole Pomoca with good tread pattern and grip. Ideal for long treks with heavy loads on medium terrain.
Ideal use: Long hikes on E difficulty.
Weight (size 42): 470gr
Footbed: medium
Cramponable: C1, C2
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SCARPA RIBELLE TRK GTX
The Ribelle family expands to include trekking: the result is a comfortable boot with a non-rigid sole and a structure that provides excellent support and protection during long walks in low and medium mountains. A shoe for all seasons, suitable for rough terrain and less demanding surfaces.
Ideal use: Long hikes with difficulty rating E
Weight (size 42): 680 gr
Footbed: choice of medium or wide
Cramponable: No
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ZAMBERLAN RONDANE GTX RR BOA WL
Rugged, protective and technical boot for hunting and photography but also suitable for strenuous hiking in colder seasons. Lacing with double BOA system, it is comfortable even with prolonged use.
Ideal use: Hiking in technical EE terrain even with snowfield.
Weight (size 42): 815gr
Footbed: wide
Cramponable: C1
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