A place of boundless wonder
Photo gallery Ecuador’s Amazon
2 Min.The Río Napo meanders through dense rainforests, howler monkeys herald the dawn, dazzling butterflies dance through humid clearings. At Sacha Lodge, nestled deep in the Ecuadorian Amazon, countless spectacles of nature unfold.
Icy test of courage
Antarctica – What I learnt from an 11-year-old girl
2 Min.We’ve all heard it before: ‘Just jump in at the deep end!’ Yes, you can – no matter how cold the water is. But there’s more to it than that.
On foot from the Pacific to the Atlantic
Treasure trail expedition in Panama’s rainforest
24 Min.The Camino Real, once an important trade route between the Pacific and the Caribbean, is a hidden gem in the Panamanian jungle. On a four-day expedition, I explore historical artefacts and the fascinating animal and natural world in the primary rainforest of the Chagres National Park.
Japan's untamed border
Japan: Hokkaido’s wild soul of fire and ice
23 Min.This incomparable journey takes me through snowy landscapes, to mystical encounters including cod seeds and caffeine noodles. I get to know Komorebi and Wabi-sabi, catch a glimpse of the world’s largest eagle owl and marvel at unique beauties, traditions and secrets.
Finnish triple
Finland: Icy pleasure
25 Min.From comfortable to extreme: snowy Finland offers some exceptional activities beyond the classic winter sports for those who like to experiment. I tried my hand at an icy triple and attended the only course in the world where you can learn to free dive under ice.
Dumplings, temples and deep valleys
Taiwan – Capital in the jungle
22 Min.Taiwan offers impressive natural diversity and spectacular landscapes. From the turquoise waters of the beaches on the east coast to the green mountain ranges of the central mountains. The Taroko National Park with its deep gorges and waterfalls and the emerald green Sun Moon Lake attract visitors from all over the world. The diverse flora and fauna as well as the traditional tea-growing areas make Taiwan a paradise for nature lovers and explorers.
Pure inspiration
My new media kit 2025
< 1 Min.In this brand new 28-page media kit, I show you my work as an adventure journalist and speaker: Expeditions, travels, challenges – everything that excites me. Let yourself be inspired.
Extract from keynote
Learn or die: How the roar of a lioness became a shocking wake-up call
3 Min.What’s it like to almost become a lion’s lunch? In this electrifying moment, the brutal roar of a lioness shakes me – and triggers mortal fear. Discover why ‘not knowing’ can be deadly – and how ‘learning’ can save your life.
Extract from keynote
Video “Why failure is not what you think”
2 Min.“Ich bin ein Versager!” – Glauben Sie niemals diesem Störgedanken! Scheitern ist nur ein Ereignis. Es ist vorübergehend. Es ist keine Charaktereigenschaft! Es ist eben nicht die ganze Geschichte, sondern nur ein Teil davon. Mehr dazu im Video.
Expedition on forgotten treasure trail
Photo gallery Panama, Camino Real
2 Min.The Camino Real, once a vibrant trade route between the Pacific and the Caribbean, is a hidden gem in the Panamanian jungle. Disappeared and overgrown for centuries, the original route was only rediscovered in 2008 and now allows adventurous hikers to travel back in time.
Canyoning, Hiking & Glacier Trekking
Switzerland – Pearls of Valais
18 Min.Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings, an ice stream that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a via ferrata that ends in a cave, delicious hut cuisine – the gorges, valleys and mountains of the Swiss canton of Valais offer plenty of history, delicacies and awe-inspiring sights.
Sea breeze, sheep & silence
Scotland – wide views and wonder islands
17 Min.The islands in the west of Scotland offer spectacular backdrops for outdoor adventures: Windswept coastlines, sheer cliffs, rolling geography, dark skies, endless views. The barrenness, vastness and harsh beauty of this landscape, its rustic and warm-hearted people – that’s what this story is about.