Hiking Pants

Comfortable, hard-wearing and technical, hiking pants move with you every step of the way on the trail. Breathable, water-repellent and stretch fabric, handy pockets: the right pair depends on the season and the terrain. Here's what makes a good pair of hiking pants.

Technical, comfortable pants

The right pair of hiking pants brings together comfort and durability. The fabric, often a stretch polyamide, allows plenty of freedom of movement and dries quickly. A water-repellent finish shrugs off passing showers, while breathability wicks away sweat as you push on. It's an essential piece of walking kit - practical and tough enough to handle the wear and tear of the trail.

Zipped pockets, adjustable waistband and adjustable hem

It's the details that make the difference: zipped pockets to keep your map, phone and snacks secure, an adjustable waistband, and an adjustable hem. Some styles convert into shorts with removable legs, handy when the temperature climbs. A well thought-out cut moves with you without restricting, so you stay comfortable through long days on the trail. Also take a look at our walking shorts for summer.

Lightweight in summer, warm and windproof in winter

Light and breathable in summer, warmer and windproof in winter - these pants adapt to the season. For rain, a water-repellent pair or a waterproof overlayer keeps your legs dry. Knee reinforcements and tough fabric really earn their keep on technical terrain. To complete your kit, browse our walking clothing.

For men and women

Cuts are tailored to every shape: men's pants with a straight fit, and streamlined women's pants and leggings. Choose well, and your hiking pants become a second skin on the trail, comfortable from the first mile to the last.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which trousers should you choose for hiking?

Technical trousers in a breathable, stretchy and water-repellent fabric, with zipped pockets and a cut that moves freely with you. Choose the fabric to suit the season: lightweight for summer, warmer and windproof for winter.

Does a pair of walking trousers need to be waterproof?

A durable water-repellent treatment is enough for passing showers. In sustained rain, it's worth adding waterproof overtrousers. Above all, the fabric needs to stay breathable to let perspiration escape when you're working hard on the trail.

Trousers or shorts for hiking?

Trousers protect you from chafing, sun, ticks and the cold, while shorts keep you cooler in summer. Convertible styles with zip-off legs give you the best of both, whatever the temperature.

How to choose the right size for your trousers?

Go for a comfortable fit at the waist, with plenty of room through the thighs and knees for long strides on the trail. An adjustable waistband and an adjustable hem fine-tune the fit out on the terrain.

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