Solo Hiking the Tour Du Mont Blanc in Winter

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Harmen Hoek

Harmen Hoek

Күн бұрын

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Solo hiking and backpacking on the Tour du Mont Blanc loop trail with some extra sections in the fall of 2020 (October 6-18). Winter hit early, so all mountain passes were in the snow.
234.3km - 14,968m elevation gain - 12 days.
Gear:
Camera: amzn.to/31aQofa
Lens 12-35: amzn.to/3jJN4ht
Lens 7-14: amzn.to/3GrLyu5
Tripod: amzn.to/3vOW2ik
Drone: amzn.to/30XYeZl
Tent: Forclaz Self-Standing 3-Season 1-Person Tent - Grey
Backpack: amzn.to/3BgTRoM
Water bottle with filter: amzn.to/3pZzvi3
Water bottle: amzn.to/3bivrRb
Water sack: amzn.to/2XSsiVf
Air mattress: amzn.to/3pIKSKO
Pillow: amzn.to/3CoSoOE
Cooking kit: GSI Outdoors Halulite Minimalist
Stove: amzn.to/3vPUp3K
Shoes: amzn.to/30XZ4VZ
Coffee drip: amzn.to/31vqdAf
Pack base weight: 13.33kg. Camera gear: 4.53kg.
Music licensed via Musicbed:
Greg Thomas - Luno
Roary - Waiting (Ambient Mix)
Greg Thomas - Cirrus
Ryan Taubert - Found
Greg Thomas - From Darkness, Light
Young Collective - Back and Forth
Slow Meadow - Screensaver Prelude
Roary - Shelter
Benjamin Gustafsson - I Thought About Death, About Time
Greg Thomas - Return (No Oohs & Ahhs Version)
Ian Wong Kyle Mcevoy - Nothing But You and I
Davis Harwell - The Mind is a War Zone
Hammock - Circular As Our Way
Follow me on Instagram: / harmenhoek
Travel itinerary soon on harmenhoek.com.
Timestamps:
00:00 Day 1 - Les Houches
01:32 Day 2 - Col de Trictot and Plan Glacier
05:25 Day 3 - Los Contamines
08:18 Day 4 - Col de Bonhomme
11:55 Day 5 - Col de la Seigne [France to Italy]
13:54 Day 6 - Courmayeur
16:37 Day 7 - Mont de la Saxe
19:08 Day 8 - Grand Col Ferret [Italy to Switserland]
23:22 Day 9 - Val Ferret
26:49 Day 10 - Fenêtre d’Arpette
29:27 Day 11 - Col de Balme [Switserland to France]
32:10 Day 12 - Aiguilles Rouges
36:48 Day 13 - Lac du Brevent
#hiking #tourdumontblanc #silentfilm #snow

Пікірлер: 2 000
@scotthein107
@scotthein107 2 жыл бұрын
I just have to comment on this. I don’t think I am exaggerating if I say this is possibly the single most impactful video I’ve ever seen. I am so grateful that I stumbled upon it. I am a man who loves nature, it’s natural sounds, spectacular vistas, but also the subtle beauty that most people miss. I love to capture it all in my own photography. I love to hike, climb, and camp. This video is absolute art. Much like someone might stare at a painting and feel deep connections and emotions inside, that is how I felt watching this video. It connected with my spirit on so many levels. This video is a gift and obviously it has been enjoyed by so many others. But this wasn’t just another hiking video to “like”. Watching this was an EXPERIENCE. Thank you for this art that captures the essence of a spectacular place I may never go to, and does so in a way that magnifies and inspires. It just might be the best video I’ve ever seen.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment! Very well put into words what I am tried to achieve with this video. Thanks again!
@antoinemozart243
@antoinemozart243 2 жыл бұрын
Spot on ! It's really a life experience just to watch.
@rdgltd569
@rdgltd569 6 ай бұрын
Amazing journey indeed Bravo Mr!… starting a new hike next Wednesday and was searching for some inspiration locations and powwow we found it 🎉✌️👌👌
@PeggyShingleton
@PeggyShingleton Күн бұрын
Dido! I agree with your perspective. I know Northern Utah well, around Salt Lake City. I miss the terrain. But these places this hiker travels and experiences, are amazing!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the comments, I enjoy reading them and try to reply each single one. Currently planning another winter trip, so stay tuned!
@apinanraivo100
@apinanraivo100 2 жыл бұрын
Harmen, you are Dutch? Not that faraway from Norway. Have a hike in Norway someday. The amazing Norwegian nature deserves your homage.
@cbingham40
@cbingham40 2 жыл бұрын
I have to ask, what type of shoes/boots do you use on these long treks
@justinpeter2584
@justinpeter2584 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing film! I "discovered" Kraig Adams this past winter during COVID. Fell in love with his films but you have taken it to another level. Love the use of time lapse as another element to enhance the viewers experience. Like Kraig you recognized the importance of the senses. The shots of food, coffee, and lodging are what really make the viewer feel like they have experienced the trip with you! Bravo and Thank You!!!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Great compliment! Thank you!
@apinanraivo100
@apinanraivo100 2 жыл бұрын
"The shots of food, coffee, and lodging are what really make the viewer feel like they have experienced the trip with you! " Exactly. They are an essential piece, a reward you indulge yourself after having challenged yourself physically.
@Zoomdak
@Zoomdak 2 жыл бұрын
So true, really well put!
@patrickberiou6924
@patrickberiou6924 2 жыл бұрын
je confirme , j’ai voyagé grâce à ce film magnifique avec toi !! merci pour ces images et ce superbe montage 👍👏 j’ai déjà fait ce tour , mais pas à la même saison , ça me donne envie de le refaire fin de l’automne 🤩
@trailblazer_nomad
@trailblazer_nomad 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with you 100% :)
@jasjas1966
@jasjas1966 2 жыл бұрын
This gives me closure and hope that dying alone is not as sad as portrayed
@randygravel2057
@randygravel2057 Жыл бұрын
In some ways we all die alone. But I hear ya.
@theuninspiredlife657
@theuninspiredlife657 Жыл бұрын
Indeed...
@Tricky1232
@Tricky1232 Жыл бұрын
Death is only a bridge between this life and the next, in a way I’m looking forward to it. Just to explore all the secrets of the universe. But for now we must do our best in this life to become the best version of ourselves!
@hw260
@hw260 Ай бұрын
Dying is just your next incredible adventure. Fear not.
@mwegh2219
@mwegh2219 2 жыл бұрын
Harmen, you have a gift for making movies. In a world where everything is about words you touch people’s hart with only beautifull imagery. Thank you.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@turtlebayster
@turtlebayster 2 жыл бұрын
This might be the best hiking video on KZfaq. Guy doesn't make it about himself at all, just so many scenes of changing, immeasurable beauty. Well done.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment. For me it's all about sharing the experience, and what I experience is the solitude and nature.
@Mt.Everest.
@Mt.Everest. 3 күн бұрын
@@HarmenHoek😍🥰😘
@finnmillard6564
@finnmillard6564 2 жыл бұрын
What a truly magnificent document of 12 days in the Mont Blanc Alps. I was blown away. Every clip was precious. The bravery to do it late and in the snow made it even more special. Your attention to detail is staggering. And the drone panoramas and night-time cloud time lapses movie quality. Your style and dedication to setting up such a huge variety of wonderfully composed shots is perfect. I hope you enjoyed the process as much as I enjoyed watching. I'm so glad and inspired to have seen this. Please keep up your good work.
@elgitano7548
@elgitano7548 Жыл бұрын
The worst thing about your videos, is that they end :) The quality and effort of what you post is amazing. You really take us with you to these beautiful places and inspire us to explore ourselves too.
@nballeza
@nballeza 2 жыл бұрын
Being a fan of Kraig Adams I must say that you took the adventure documentary to the next level. Tears came to my eyes at times for the incredible scenes you achieved. Congratulations!
@sirravi
@sirravi 2 жыл бұрын
Same here. I am also Kraig Adams fan. Sure, Harment tool solo adventure film of the next level. I also became very emotional.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
I’m honored. Thank you! (:
@nicke.3536
@nicke.3536 2 жыл бұрын
@@HarmenHoek Bravissimo!! It is double of work - hiking and shooting video. I did same at mt. Elbrus, double work. BTW I have same pants, backpack and more equip ))))))))))) at 35:00 - as supeeeeeerrrr.
@irsyed1143
@irsyed1143 2 жыл бұрын
Ya Nestor I second you, Me too fan od Craig...but these clips are beauties
@apinanraivo100
@apinanraivo100 2 жыл бұрын
Good comments, nothing much to add. Like in Kraig's videos, the immaculate choice of music adds that little extra notch that actually makes a big difference, at least for me that is to say.
@orifld
@orifld 2 жыл бұрын
This is an absolute masterpiece!!! How come this video doesn't have a million views already?! You made my day. Thank you.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Haha I don’t know. 🤷🏼‍♂️ Thanks!
@LC-lj5kd
@LC-lj5kd 2 жыл бұрын
i agree, it deserves 10000million views
@whatsappforwards100
@whatsappforwards100 2 жыл бұрын
U r walking when u can fly....join bat army..
@jeremydaviesbetancourt7370
@jeremydaviesbetancourt7370 2 жыл бұрын
Made my day, too! Awesome.
@zuzanazednikova6289
@zuzanazednikova6289 Жыл бұрын
@@HarmenHoek it is near to this target... 934 589 views. Thank you man, I´m craving to my upcoming hike in Dolomites much more. Absolute love it, without words and nevertheless so eloquent
@antoinemozart243
@antoinemozart243 2 жыл бұрын
You encounter all the seasons in one place. How you manage to not get lost. Your movie is amazing. It's always changing.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
A phone with GPS (; Thanks!
@Mt.Everest.
@Mt.Everest. 3 күн бұрын
@@HarmenHoek😂😂😂😊❤
@Ellie-Bernstrom
@Ellie-Bernstrom 11 ай бұрын
This is the video I watch nearly every night in the last year before falling asleep. Absolutely no words for the immense appreciation I have for all the work put into crafting this film. I’m easily excited to rewatch it every single time. I need it to be known how grateful I am that this exists! Without even speaking, you perfectly captured and delivered a feeling I’ve only known through being in an environment like this. I’m inexplicably happy (:
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 10 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot! Appreciate it!
@Mt.Everest.
@Mt.Everest. 3 күн бұрын
@@HarmenHoekI am the same with the one in the Himalayans! ❤
@trekdiary
@trekdiary 2 жыл бұрын
Easily the best KZfaq video of Alpine routes! A range of interesting techniques used - always with great flair and a meticulous attention to details. Plenty of imagination used in choosing what to film. A real tour de force. Also there cannot be many who have done it in autumn conditions. It looks very different from the usual summertime views - even better! Thank you for giving me so much pleasure.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, I would put your comment on the DVD cover if they still would exist! Thank you for your kind and meticulous formulated words.
@olajohansson1678
@olajohansson1678 2 жыл бұрын
Magic in action. But it is the intimacy of the colossal that truly impresses me. I think every solo hiker can sense the weight of a step in relief against a billion ton of granite and the sound of that step in the midst of a valley wide gust of wind when they see your film. The drone only intensifies the particular solo view of the massive; how else can you convey those dimensions? It's so well done, so respectful to the natural environment and to that particular experience - so generous, really, to all of us who just have to get back up there. The best hiking film online, thank you!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
What a great choice of words to describe it, love it! Thanks for taking that time.
@ivanlysebetten
@ivanlysebetten 2 жыл бұрын
thank you some much for taking me there
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for coming
@drmirza1475
@drmirza1475 2 жыл бұрын
I am now completely obsessed with these videos! It’s 3am and I am watching the hiking Dutchman. 🤣 Your video quality is absolutely stunning I love it!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Haha, glad you like it!
@FormikFilms
@FormikFilms 3 жыл бұрын
The effort that went into this is insane!! And the result is just amazing! Thank you for letting us join you on this adventure
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! It’s a lot of work indeed, but in this way a great memory.
@jeremydaviesbetancourt7370
@jeremydaviesbetancourt7370 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly. The unseen effort that went into this is indeed insane. The result is absolutely awesome.
@Mt.Everest.
@Mt.Everest. 3 күн бұрын
⁠@@HarmenHoekWhen you cut your shoe did your foot hold up the rest of the way? and did the shoe stay on your foot? and you had me at abort! I thought you might fall into a cravase 🫣
@WonderingAboutThat
@WonderingAboutThat 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant film. I enjoyed that there was no commentary or narration, letting the beautiful images speak for themselves.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! And yes, that’s my goal, not just making the film as a travel guide, but a film that anyone can watch.
@vidajavid7851
@vidajavid7851 Жыл бұрын
Every thing abut this documentary tour of Mont Blanc was perfect, Specially photography.
@lifewithrwit8907
@lifewithrwit8907 2 жыл бұрын
Kraig adams on steroids
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@RAMtrails
@RAMtrails 2 жыл бұрын
I have to STOP watching this, so I can go watch on my TV. Beautiful work!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Haha, the second time is also free. (;
@NeilAubrey
@NeilAubrey 2 жыл бұрын
Having walked TMB in September in the reverse direction I so enjoyed this. The footage is the best video I have ever seen. The drone and night time-laps is stunning. So much effort in photography, physical effort, mental strength to navigate solo etc etc.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Neil! It is one great of an adventure for sure. I really loved the variety in nature: every valley looked different. Thanks for the compliments!
@GlidingChiller
@GlidingChiller 2 жыл бұрын
The amount of effort that went into the cinematography here is outstanding.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@abelatpelat
@abelatpelat 2 жыл бұрын
37:24'te ki kahve keyfi harikaydı. Sanki kendim kahve içiyor gibi hissettim. İnsan resmen bu güzel manzaralarla bütünleşiyor.
@bnmx3456
@bnmx3456 2 жыл бұрын
keşke ekonomi böyle olmasaydı da biz de yapabilseydik
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Oh yes, coffee after a -12C night is the best.
@ansulajralmitthu
@ansulajralmitthu 2 жыл бұрын
This is a masterpiece. Everything is amazing. From hiking locations to cinematography. You deserve millions of views and millions of subscribers for the work you are doing. Thank you!!!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! These comments are worth a lot.
@andregil8612
@andregil8612 2 жыл бұрын
One of the best videos of KZfaq. This is incredible, it’s a piece of art. The shots, the music, the sounds and beauty of nature (almost no human’s words), the quality of the camera... Man!! Amazing!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@johncapper2615
@johncapper2615 10 ай бұрын
Came upon this by accident, and I admit our usual choice of KZfaq video is vanlife british , travelling abroad, and they can be entertaining enough. But watching this I couldn't stop smiling, there's so much quality all the way through, it's shocking 😃.
@ubadtmar7835
@ubadtmar7835 2 жыл бұрын
One of the best solo hiking documentary. 👍👍👍👍
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@Shanaya.Fernandes
@Shanaya.Fernandes 2 жыл бұрын
Omg the quality of the video is top notch. Definitely should have your own Netflix documentary ❤️
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Maybe one day! Thanks!
@iamsudhirk
@iamsudhirk 3 жыл бұрын
The best thing I saw since a year. Cant express how beautiful and soulful every frame is. You and a friend who is planning for similar route might have just changed my plans in life for next few years. Loads of love and respect from India.
@rr7firefly
@rr7firefly 3 ай бұрын
Another spectacular adventure beautifully captured in sequential scenes. I am always encouraged to leave my comfort zone as I watch this intrepid lad tackling new terrain. His strength, resiliency and focus are clearly in evidence throughout. The film is an aesthetic experience that takes us to places most of us (me) will never get to see firsthand. I am most grateful to Harmen and everyone involved in the enterprise.
@helenlin7432
@helenlin7432 Жыл бұрын
great Films👍👍👍👍👍 [ Academy Award for Best Documentary for Silent Hiking Films ] granted by viewers👍😉( from Taiwan )
@vadymkuznetsov6616
@vadymkuznetsov6616 3 жыл бұрын
Turkish - coffee is always on time!👍
@manospapapostolou2455
@manospapapostolou2455 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations mate. Probably the best hiking video ever made. I’m a huge fan of Kraig Adams but you took filmography to a whole new level. I just completed the TMB myself and I can say that your balls are the size of Mont Blanc for doing this in winter. Thank you so much for sharing this masterpiece with us.
@andreya6577
@andreya6577 5 ай бұрын
I've seen numerous videos of individuals trekking the TMB, and I have personally completed it five times in both directions during the summer and early to mid-autumn. However, I haven't walked it in late fall when snow is already present. Your video is perhaps the only one out there of walking at this time of year, and it's definitely one of the best. Excellent job!
@stefanlutze1917
@stefanlutze1917 2 жыл бұрын
Dafür gibt es nur ein Wort WUNDERBAR! Das Leben hat noch eine Menge Gutes mit dir vor. Alles Liebe für dich!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Danke für deinen Kommentar!
@madusankapradeep2439
@madusankapradeep2439 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing, One of the best Vid watched so far on Mont Blanc hiking, Lucky you 😉
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@adeledesolla1404
@adeledesolla1404 11 ай бұрын
Words cannot convey your work and production, it really is perfect on all levels, an absolute masterpiece. Thank you. Adele
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 10 ай бұрын
Thank you, Adele!
@micheledamschke2441
@micheledamschke2441 4 ай бұрын
Absolutely brilliant, near the best I have watched! You do not yap, yap, yap and you show the beauty of the environment along with how you operate and manage the conditions. Mind blowing! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
@spijkerpoes
@spijkerpoes 2 жыл бұрын
Ik heb deze in de jaren 90 gelopen, in de zomer. Een verhaal met uitpuilende berghutten, vreemde geuren en botsingen in de slaapzaal en file lopen op de hoge colletjes. Zoals jij t doet, dat is een heel ander verhaal. Oh en bedankt, de standaard voor utube producties is opeens 2 lichtjaar hoger.. Wat een ongelofelijk mooie productie. Danks
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Bedankt!
@alpendudel1189
@alpendudel1189 2 жыл бұрын
Danke für die schönen Aufnahmen. Dein Schnitt, Sound und die Minimalistik sind einfach super. Hammer Bilder...
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Danke sehr!
@mb7529
@mb7529 2 жыл бұрын
Simply mesmerising. Skills at all levels on display, filming, climbing, music selection. Won’t take long for this channel to explode. Congratulations and thank you for sharing this experience. I dare say truly unforgettable for you and the viewer. A Kraig Adams with navigational and mountain skills. Thank you for taking us where only a few dare go in Autumn. A new fan of this channel.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate your comment! The positive feedback really motivates me to make more films like these. Thanks!
@morgs4mountains
@morgs4mountains 2 жыл бұрын
Probably the best hiking / walking KZfaq video I have ever seen.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
I take that compliment any day. Thanks!
@rolandmd73
@rolandmd73 2 жыл бұрын
Just 15 minutes in but already stopped to comment on your beautiful video. What a breathtaking views! Thank you for sharing
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Haha, and I'm glad you did. Thanks!
@jamesspacer7994
@jamesspacer7994 3 жыл бұрын
I've done it in summer but man, this looks so cool, and so peaceful and void of people. Beautiful!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! (:
@AntonMuller
@AntonMuller 2 жыл бұрын
I can't imagine how difficult Fenêtre d'Arpette must have been in this snow...this is truly amazing cinematography, what with the beautiful Fall colors ! Congratulations !
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@whereandeewent13
@whereandeewent13 Жыл бұрын
😢😢❤❤ why am i crying watching this, incredible scenes you inspite me to solo hike too.. for now il watch all your vids This is impactful i ever scene in my life ❤ Can’t wait to see your 3passes film ✨✨
@yolotv9363
@yolotv9363 2 жыл бұрын
Respected man . I know how you make this film it takes your time so much . The best of luck for you on the roads .
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@AndrewParkOutdoors
@AndrewParkOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
An absolute cinematic masterpiece not to say a huge challenge in those conditions. If you haven't won awards for this then you will. I know lots of the route well and not having been able to go back for 2 years I found this very emotional. Superb and hats off to you. A
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words!
@bvlf93
@bvlf93 2 жыл бұрын
All what i heard about the Montblanc is the main mountain and its summit, but watching this masterpiece i realized the beauty of the whole region, thank you for taking us with 🙏🏻
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@Vasher121
@Vasher121 2 жыл бұрын
Best video of Tmb I’ve seen so far
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@zorothescar4159
@zorothescar4159 2 жыл бұрын
it took me 2 months to find this video , a masterpiece
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
I didn't know it was so hard to find. ;P But thanks!
@Mt.Everest.
@Mt.Everest. 3 күн бұрын
@@HarmenHoekI saw a bit of one of your clips and I tracked you down 😊
@MagazynDobreKsiazki
@MagazynDobreKsiazki 2 жыл бұрын
You told the story beautifully through the video. Those places are amazing. I am glad to see. Thank you!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment! 😉
@tavakessler
@tavakessler 2 жыл бұрын
Dude. This is next level beauty and cinematography! Seriously stunning shots and compositions. Really really impressed how you managed all of that while hiking alone, in the snow, and dealing with charging batteries etc etc… must have kept you quite busy!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Kept me busy for sure! But starting a hike with the mindset to make a great film instead of doing it as fast as possible really helps! And the parts you don't see is me dealing with charging the batteries and hauling around the camera all the time. But I think that's the beauty of film making. Thanks for your comment.
@muminki7783
@muminki7783 2 жыл бұрын
@@HarmenHoek Hi, absolutely stunning journey, I was feeling like I was there. Congrats. Are the refugees open for everyone, and can you charge battery etc. , use the shower in all of them? Or I have to have a few power banks, and wash myself in the cold water? ;-) P.S. Pictures and captures are very impressive. How did you manage with the drone package on that long trip? Drone footage is excellent. I'm not even amateur so sorry for the questions. Kind Regards
@jade_blazkowicz
@jade_blazkowicz 9 ай бұрын
yeah this is very well made , made me cry at some scenes, bravo sir👏🏼
@naveenkaushikgodsmasterpie7992
@naveenkaushikgodsmasterpie7992 11 ай бұрын
Hello Beautiful soul. Thank you for making such a magical content. Thank you for sharing your love of hiking with the world. Divine bless you with abundance of prosperity wealth health peace magic in your life.
@kennysus6174
@kennysus6174 2 жыл бұрын
Love you man❤. This is one of my most favourite travel movies that i have ever watched
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I feel honored!
@gregoiredesrousseaux
@gregoiredesrousseaux 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing shots and adventure! I'm impressed that a 40 min film without any talk was so interesting, congrats! :)
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
@amarynth100
@amarynth100 2 жыл бұрын
i think this is the most bautiful thing i've ever seen ,those places are like paradise . I WISH SO BAD TO BE THERE ❤❤❤
@bornjuly2133
@bornjuly2133 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful film, it's like somebody went on tour with me
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
2 жыл бұрын
Can't believe you attempted Fenetre d'Arpette in Winter when it was scary even in summer to get lost :D Also that you didn't use microspikes or snowshoes! LOVED this! Motivated me to hike it in winter some time too. Awesome shots and cinematography on point. Helped me overcome a migraine episode haha thanks buddy!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing! I got close to the pass of Fenetre d'Arpette, but the snow got too deep ... I had microspikes, but with snow they never really help. Snowshoes would have been usefull (;
@michelebullock9867
@michelebullock9867 2 жыл бұрын
Wow. I so appreciate your effort on this trip. The conditions were tough let alone to film in and you did a magnificent, professional and artistic production. Photography on a GH5 is impressive! Thanks also for all the effort to index, title and thoroughly document the entire journey. You leave no questions for me to ask. You are extremely talented filmmaker and backpacker!
@a_c_c_e_p_t_t_h_i_sstreeta687
@a_c_c_e_p_t_t_h_i_sstreeta687 2 жыл бұрын
🥲🥲happiness crying. So much beauty💚
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you (:
@charlesrobert9527
@charlesrobert9527 6 ай бұрын
What a fantastic video. Such a journey requiring discipline but with so many beautiful views to keep you going. Thank you so much for taking the time and energy to make this video. It was wonderful to watch.
@TravelingisFREEDOM
@TravelingisFREEDOM 2 жыл бұрын
This seems to be a very charming place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future when all this is over. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much!
@attilakesmarki3004
@attilakesmarki3004 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic work every minute impressed!
@AG-io5wr
@AG-io5wr 2 жыл бұрын
Such a wonderful film to watch. Miss the Suisse Alps very much. And long to return.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Hope you can visit again!
@aipingdong7706
@aipingdong7706 Жыл бұрын
Your work is spectacular! I have to put this on my bucket list because of the beauty you captured in the video! I also have to praise Lord for the things He created!
@VladsAdventures
@VladsAdventures 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, amazing scenery!
@jeybi675
@jeybi675 2 жыл бұрын
Feast of beautiful scenes. How you pick the best angles to produce the most beautiful scenery on and on, amazing. It's a masterfully of work. Thank you Sir.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@mjoh9139
@mjoh9139 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your video. It's really like grandma's warm hands. I'll keep this fullness for a long time.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Great words, thanks! (:
@comfortzone2608
@comfortzone2608 Жыл бұрын
I can feel by listening carefully to your documentation, I want to cry happily with myself.
@jackie8357
@jackie8357 2 жыл бұрын
As a parent of multiple toddlers this awesome footage of you trekking alone in different peaceful beautiful environments was lovely - sure I would miss them after an hour or three but that looks super appealing - I love the sounds you chose to leave in, the various lighting you used in the dark rest areas and seeing what you ate - like the bread and the cheese - wonderful. One of my twins said "wow!" to your time lapses of the sky - high compliment from a three year old - thank you for the great videos
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! The story behind the cheese and bread: the first village I came through in 2 days didn't have a supermarket or restaurant (all closed for the season, Google Maps doesn't tell you that). I still had 2 days to go till the next town, and was low on food. I ran into a guy doing some construction to his house there. I just boldly asked him for food. He invited me in and sold me some of his own bread, goat cheese, apples and a can of soda. It was the best food I had on the trip. (;
@jackie8357
@jackie8357 2 жыл бұрын
@@HarmenHoek oh man that was lucky and such an interesting story! So glad you got some food when you needed it! That's so funny that those items were the best you had the whole trip - they did look good :)
@NickandRachel
@NickandRachel 3 жыл бұрын
So beautiful!
@watersofthesouth
@watersofthesouth 2 жыл бұрын
I'm lost for words. This was such an elegant and incredibly difficult work to put together. Thank you for sharing your Tour
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! Thanks for your comment!
@ankit2056
@ankit2056 Жыл бұрын
Watching Harmen's vidoe is like Meditating
@GjPeddy
@GjPeddy 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic film and filmmaking! Thanks for sharing your adventure
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@sontungdoan3556
@sontungdoan3556 3 жыл бұрын
Your work is exceptional. Congratulations !
@heffeff
@heffeff 2 жыл бұрын
I was crying during this video, because everything is so beautiful.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. (:
@blackibex
@blackibex 2 жыл бұрын
Outclassing Kraig Adams.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
I feel honored!
@Witeout88
@Witeout88 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic. I've been dreaming of hiking through the alps and this just adds so much inspiration and desire. Thank you!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the comment.
@MehdiMirian
@MehdiMirian 2 жыл бұрын
Spectacular video. Everything from the drone, camera angles, closeup shots, storyline and hiking were amazing. This is like watching a hiking documentary from national geographic, very well done!
@rickm4054
@rickm4054 2 жыл бұрын
stunning absolutely stunning
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@antoniorandino8726
@antoniorandino8726 2 жыл бұрын
Non avevo mai sentito così vicino a me Dio guardando questo video...una sensazione unica...di una bellezza inaudita...tra vette e rocce...profumi impercettibili...ho avvertito forte il senso di una bellezza straordinaria ed ho esclamato: In tutta questa bellezza Dio è presente! E' la mia sensazione, non la vostra, la mia, ed è ciò che sento nel cuore, essendo ipovedente e non avendo alcuno che mi accompagni su questi sentieri, non vedrò mai tutto ciò e mi accontento di questi video...viaggio con l mia immaginazione.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
I have to put the translation here, such a great comment: "I had never felt God so close to me watching this video ... a unique sensation ... of unprecedented beauty ... between peaks and rocks ... imperceptible scents ... I felt a strong sense of extraordinary beauty and I exclaimed: In all this beauty God is present! It is my feeling, not yours, mine, and it is what I feel in my heart, being visually impaired and having no one to accompany me on these paths, I will never see all this and I am satisfied with these videos ... I travel with my imagination." Thank you Antonio!
@antoniorandino8726
@antoniorandino8726 2 жыл бұрын
@@HarmenHoek Welcome❤️❤️❤️
@antoniorandino8726
@antoniorandino8726 2 жыл бұрын
@@HarmenHoek welcome❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@DevonSub
@DevonSub 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing man! And nicely edited. Seems like a great adventure.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@JelizavetaZaiko
@JelizavetaZaiko 2 жыл бұрын
Love the sound editing!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@chuckbeattyo
@chuckbeattyo 5 ай бұрын
You have incredible pacing and agility, especially downclimbing steep snowy slopes in only hiking boots and I don't see you using "cleats" at all. Your pacing speed is admirable, very consistent video to video.
@user-xl2we5bu2e
@user-xl2we5bu2e 2 жыл бұрын
You feel like hero after this adventure, stunning winter views ,Sun, clouds,beautiful nights.
@kynagraham3996
@kynagraham3996 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. I've watched it so many times in just a few days. Breathtaking your shots and just...really good job, good music, beautiful time-lapses, and I really love those longer shots with you off in a distance. Please keep making vids like this! = )
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, that’s really kind, I’m humbled. Comments like these motivate me. Thanks. (:
@SuperDjic
@SuperDjic 2 жыл бұрын
Just fabulous. The weather conditions added difficulty to this course, but they allowed you to bring back exceptional images. Congratulations for this achievement! Greetings from a local guy 😉
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks, local guy! When making a film, these conditions are perfect, it gives so many unique shots.
@wolfsburg4x4
@wolfsburg4x4 2 жыл бұрын
These videos should be winning awards. The best !!!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Great compliment, thanks!
@LittleSimGoesWild
@LittleSimGoesWild Ай бұрын
I’m in awe of your hikes! And I guess your films are ok too😉 certainly addicted to watching them all. Thanks for sharing! Absolutely love your work!🙌
@ukfilipinooutdooradventure1126
@ukfilipinooutdooradventure1126 2 жыл бұрын
This is truly well documented and filmed - a well deserved sub :)
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I feel honored!
@madalinapeter7496
@madalinapeter7496 2 жыл бұрын
Ohhhhh wow 😍😍😍 ! Everything looks perfect ! Thanks for sharing these beautiful moments with us 🤩!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! ☺️
@maryjbelle
@maryjbelle 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful film that illuminates beautiful nature, hiking with a wonderful soundtrack and peaceful- let’s nature and the photographer be the star.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. I try to show the beauty and expansive of nature as much as I can.
@boards.sailfish
@boards.sailfish 2 жыл бұрын
I bought the TMB guide book a few years ago your film is a million times better, well done
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the compliment!
@BMMB450
@BMMB450 2 жыл бұрын
WOW, no words. JUST an EPIC. The timelaps push me to hold my breath❤️👍🏼
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@CrazyHikers
@CrazyHikers 3 жыл бұрын
Spectacular scenery and nice trails. Definitely on my bucket list. Thanks for the wonderful video!
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@Chris-eo5zs
@Chris-eo5zs 2 жыл бұрын
I started hill-walking here in Scotland last July and I am obsessed. This film absolutely captures everything I love about being in the wilderness. An absolutely stunning masterpiece.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I bet you have some great nature in Scotland!
@TheWaltermassa
@TheWaltermassa 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic Harmen. Simply fantastic.
@HarmenHoek
@HarmenHoek 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
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