Friday, June 10, 2011

Hike Naked: Germany Opens New Nude-Friendly Nature Trails - Yahoo! News

Hike Naked: Germany Opens New Nude-Friendly Nature Trails - Yahoo! News: "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.' (See 8 new natural wonders of the world.)
The trail was an instant hit, which got us to 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 GrottenpƖsch (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."

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