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20l hiking backpacks

20-litre hiking backpacks are ideal for hikers seeking a compact model that is lightweight and perfectly suited for day trips and outdoor activities requiring minimal gear. With their smaller capacity, they allow you to carry all the essentials without being bulky, making them a preferred choice for nature enthusiasts and demanding athletes. For longer hikes or those involving overnight stays, it would be better to opt for a 30-litre backpack or a 40-litre model, also available at Glisshop.

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Mammut Backpack Lithium 20 Sapphire Black Overview Mammut Backpack Lithium 20 Sapphire Black Back
Mammut
Backpack Lithium 20 Sapphire Black

  • Recommended price

    £112.41

    -12%

    £98.91


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  • Mammut Backpack Lithium 20 Black Overview
  • Mammut Backpack Lithium 20 Dark Marsh Black Overview
  • Mammut Backpack Lithium 20 Platinum Black Overview
  • Mammut Backpack Lithium 20 Sapphire Black Overview
Lafuma Backpack Alpic 20 Natural Undyed Overview Lafuma Backpack Alpic 20 Natural Undyed Side
Lafuma
Backpack Alpic 20 Natural Undyed

  • Recommended price

    £80.91

    -40%

    £48.51

Lafuma's Alpic 20 Natural Undyed cotton backpack combines elegance and functionality for your daily adventures with a 20-liter volume.
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  • Lafuma Backpack Alpic 20 Natural Undyed Overview
Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Hotchili Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Hotchili
Vaude
Backpack Women's Skomer 24 Hotchili

  • Recommended price

    £116.91

    -42%

    £67.41
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  • Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Black
  • Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Eclipse
  • Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Hotchili
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Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Black Raven Overview Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Black Raven Detail
Ortovox
Backpack Cross Rider 22 Black Raven

  • Recommended price

    £116.91

    -20%

    £93.51
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  • Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Black Raven Overview
  • Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Desert Orange Overview
  • Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Petrol Blue Overview
Arva Backpack Ride 18 Burgundy Overview Arva Backpack Ride 18 Burgundy Keypoints
Arva
Backpack Ride 18 Burgundy

  • Recommended price

    £80.91

    -22%

    £62.91

Set off for a day of skiing or snowboarding with the Ride 18 backpack by Arva. Designed for winter sports enthusiasts, this bag is an essential ally on and off the slopes. Its volume of 18 liters is ideal for a day's outing, allowing you to pack the essentials without weighing down your back.

The Ride 18 is not just a simple bag, it's a real concentrate of technology and innovation. It incorporates features specific to winter activities, such as side and diagonal ski racks, a snowboard holder and an external compartment for safety equipment. Its removable belt and zipped access to the main compartment add a practical touch to the overall package.

Its ergonomics have been thought out to optimize your comfort throughout the day. The materials used, recycled polyester, attest to Arva's desire to limit the environmental impact of its products - this model benefits from eco-responsible design.

Arva Ride 18 features:

  • Volume: 18L
  • Materials: 300D Recycled Polyester, 150D Recycled Polyester
  • Side and diagonal ski carrier
  • Snowboard carrier
  • Compatible with Arva helmet carrier (not included)
  • Increased ice axe carrier
  • External compartment for safety equipment (shovel, probe)
  • Zipped access to main compartment
  • Removable belt
  • Weight: 740 g.
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  • Arva Backpack Ride 18 Burgundy Overview
  • Arva Backpack Ride 18 Mousse Overview
Arva Backpack Ride 18 Mousse Overview Arva Backpack Ride 18 Mousse Back
Arva
Backpack Ride 18 Mousse

  • Recommended price

    £80.91

    -20%

    £64.71

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  • Arva Backpack Ride 18 Burgundy Overview
  • Arva Backpack Ride 18 Mousse Overview
Arva Tour 25 Foggy Grey Arva Tour 25 Foggy Grey
Arva
Backpack Tour 25 Foggy Grey

  • Recommended price

    £107.91

    -30%

    £75.51
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  • Arva Tour 25 Foggy Grey
  • Arva Backpack Tour 25 Ice Blue Overview
  • Arva Backpack Tour 25 Petrol Blue Overview
Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Current Blue Overview Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Current Blue Side
Patagonia
Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Current Blue
  • £67.41

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  • Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Current Blue Overview
  • Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Ellwood Green Overview
  • Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Ink Black Overview
  • Patagonia Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Mirage Redtail Rust
  • Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Swallowail Geo Eddy Blue Overview
  • Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Wetland Blue Overview
Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Ink Black Overview Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Ink Black Side
Patagonia
Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Ink Black
  • £67.41

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  • Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Current Blue Overview
  • Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Ellwood Green Overview
  • Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Ink Black Overview
  • Patagonia Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Mirage Redtail Rust
  • Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Swallowail Geo Eddy Blue Overview
  • Patagonia Backpack Kid's Refugito Day Pack 18L Wetland Blue Overview
Vaude Backpack Wizard 24+4 Avocado Overview Vaude Backpack Wizard 24+4 Avocado Side
Vaude
Backpack Wizard 24+4 Avocado

  • Recommended price

    £134.91

    -25%

    £100.71
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  • Vaude Backpack Wizard 24+4 Avocado Overview
  • Vaude Backpack Wizard 24+4 Black Overview
  • Vaude Backpack Wizard 24+4 Kingfisher Overview
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Vaude Backpack Wizard 18+4 Black Umbra Overview Vaude Backpack Wizard 18+4 Black Umbra Detail
Vaude
Backpack Wizard 18+4 Black Umbra

  • Recommended price

    £116.91

    -26%

    £85.41
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  • Vaude Backpack Wizard 18+4 Black Overview
  • Vaude Backpack Wizard 18+4 Black Umbra Overview
  • Vaude Backpack Wizard 18+4 Kingfisher Overview
Mammut Backpack Lithium 25 Black Overview Mammut Backpack Lithium 25 Black Back
Mammut
Backpack Lithium 25 Black

  • Recommended price

    £116.91

    -15%

    £98.91

The Mammut Lithium 25 Black trekking backpack will satisfy the most demanding hikers with its set of features and meticulous workmanship.

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  • Mammut Backpack Lithium 25 Black Overview
Vaude Backpack Neyland 24 Baltic Sea Overview Vaude Backpack Neyland 24 Baltic Sea Back
Vaude
Backpack Neyland 24 Baltic Sea

  • Recommended price

    £125.91

    -40%

    £75.51

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  • Vaude Backpack Neyland 24 Baltic Sea Overview
  • Vaude Backpack Neyland 24 Black Overview
  • Vaude Backpack Neyland 24 Burnt Red Overview
Osprey Talon Velocity 20 Matcha Green Lemongrass Osprey Talon Velocity 20 Matcha Green Lemongrass
Osprey
Backpack Talon Velocity 20 Matcha Green Lemongrass

  • Recommended price

    £143.91

    -20%

    £115.11
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  • Osprey Backpack Talon Velocity 20 Dark Charcoal Tumbleweed Overview
  • Osprey Talon Velocity 20 Matcha Green Lemongrass
Size
  • L-XL (49-58.5)
Osprey Backpack Tempest 22 Deep Fig Hotsport Pink Overview Osprey Backpack Tempest 22 Deep Fig Hotsport Pink Keypoints
Osprey
Backpack Tempest 22 Deep Fig Hotsport Pink

  • Recommended price

    £125.91

    -25%

    £94.41

The Osprey Tempest 22 Deep Fig Hotsport Pink is a lightweight, compact backpack perfect for day hikes, offering ample space, optimal ventilation, stability, and eco-friendly design.
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  • Osprey Backpack Tempest 22 Anchor Blue Atlas Overview
  • Osprey Backpack Tempest 22 Deep Fig Hotsport Pink Overview
  • Osprey Backpack Tempest 22 Frosty Mint Green Botanica Overview
Vaude Backpack Brenta 24 Agave Overview Vaude Backpack Brenta 24 Agave Keypoints
Vaude
Backpack Brenta 24 Agave

  • Recommended price

    £125.91

    -28%

    £89.91
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  • Vaude Backpack Brenta 24 Agave Overview
  • Vaude Backpack Brenta 24 Baltic Sea Overview
  • Vaude Backpack Brenta 24 Black Overview
Patagonia Backpack Terravia Pack 22L Black Overview Patagonia Backpack Terravia Pack 22L Black Side
Patagonia
Backpack Terravia Pack 22L Black
  • £107.91
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  • Patagonia Backpack Terravia Pack 22L Barnacle Blue Overview
  • Patagonia Backpack Terravia Pack 22L Black Overview
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  • M
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Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Electric Overview Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Electric Back
Salewa
Backpack Pedroc 16 Electric

  • Recommended price

    £125.91

    -40%

    £75.51

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  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Alloy Overview
  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Electric Overview
  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Onyx Overview
Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Onyx Overview Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Onyx Back
Salewa
Backpack Pedroc 16 Onyx

  • Recommended price

    £125.91

    -42%

    £72.81

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  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Alloy Overview
  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Electric Overview
  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Onyx Overview
Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Eclipse Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Eclipse
Vaude
Backpack Women's Skomer 24 Eclipse

  • Recommended price

    £116.91

    -42%

    £67.41
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  • Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Black
  • Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Eclipse
  • Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Hotchili
Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Black Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Black
Vaude
Backpack Women's Skomer 24 Black

  • Recommended price

    £116.91

    -42%

    £67.41
Colour
  • Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Black
  • Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Eclipse
  • Vaude Women's Skomer 24 Hotchili
Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Petrol Blue Overview Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Petrol Blue Detail
Ortovox
Backpack Cross Rider 22 Petrol Blue

  • Recommended price

    £116.91

    -20%

    £93.51
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  • Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Black Raven Overview
  • Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Desert Orange Overview
  • Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Petrol Blue Overview
Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Desert Orange Overview Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Desert Orange Detail
Ortovox
Backpack Cross Rider 22 Desert Orange

  • Recommended price

    £116.91

    -20%

    £93.51
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  • Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Black Raven Overview
  • Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Desert Orange Overview
  • Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Petrol Blue Overview
Arva Backpack Ride 24 Mousse Overview Arva Backpack Ride 24 Mousse Face
Arva
Backpack Ride 24 Mousse

  • Recommended price

    £103.41

    -21%

    £80.91

The Arva Ride 24 is a lightweight, high-tech backpack with a 24L capacity, featuring ergonomic design, dedicated compartments for safety equipment and goggles, and compatible with hydration systems.
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  • Arva Backpack Ride 24 Black Overview
  • Arva Backpack Ride 24 Blue Denim Overview
  • Arva Backpack Ride 24 Mousse Overview
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Arva Backpack Ride 24 Blue Denim Overview Arva Backpack Ride 24 Blue Denim Back
Arva
Backpack Ride 24 Blue Denim

  • Recommended price

    £103.41

    -21%

    £80.91

The Ride 24 Blue Denim from Arva is a high-tech, lightweight and functional mountain backpack with a capacity of 24 litres, made from recycled polyester.
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  • Arva Backpack Ride 24 Black Overview
  • Arva Backpack Ride 24 Blue Denim Overview
  • Arva Backpack Ride 24 Mousse Overview
Picture Backpack Komit 18 Backpack Black Overview Picture Backpack Komit 18 Backpack Black Back
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Backpack Komit 18 Backpack Black

  • Recommended price

    £85.41

    -15%

    £71.91

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  • Picture Backpack Komit 18 Backpack Black Overview
  • Picture Backpack Komit 18 Backpack Bright Magenta Overview
  • Picture Backpack Komit 18 Backpack Serenity Blue Overview

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A Compact and Versatile Format

If you’re unsure about the size to choose, a 20-litre backpack is more than enough for a few hours’ walk in the woods or a pleasant countryside hike.

20-litre backpacks are perfect for carrying the essentials during day trips or half-day outings. They provide space for a waterproof coat, a first aid kit, snacks, a water bottle, and a few accessories. This well-thought-out size allows you to organise your belongings efficiently while keeping the overall weight to a minimum.

Perfect for Ultra-Light Travelling

Whether you’re exploring a new city or enjoying a hike along a coastal trail, a 20-litre backpack offers the flexibility to adapt to almost any situation. It’s also an excellent choice for air travel. Thanks to their small size, they often meet the cabin baggage requirements of most airlines. Some models even include specific compartments for carrying a laptop or travel documents.

Who is a 20-Litre Hiking Backpack For?

  • Casual Hikers: 20-litre backpacks are ideal for those looking for a lightweight and practical bag for day trips and shorter outings.
  • Outdoor Sports Enthusiasts: Perfect for both winter and summer sports, from trail running to ski touring, thanks to their stability and compact design.
  • Minimalist Travellers: A compact pack that’s just right for carrying the essentials on a weekend trip or a flight.

Spotlight on Key Brands

Osprey

Osprey backpacks, such as the Daylite 20, are praised for their ergonomic design and durability. Their thoughtful construction makes them excellent companions for outdoor activities.

Millet

Millet backpacks are known for their strength and versatility. The Peuterey 20 model is particularly well-suited for mountain enthusiasts and demanding activities.

Deuter

Deuter offers compact and lightweight backpacks like the Speed Lite 20, designed to provide excellent carrying comfort and optimal organisation.

Lafuma

Lafuma models, such as the Access 20, combine simplicity with functionality. Their sleek design appeals to those seeking a practical yet stylish backpack.

What is the Size of a Small 20-Litre Hiking Backpack?

The size of a 20-litre hiking backpack varies depending on the brand and model. However, it remains compact and perfectly suited for day use. It offers enough space to carry a lightweight jacket, a water bottle, lunch, and a few accessories, all while being easy to carry and unobtrusive.

Why Choose a 20-Litre Backpack from Glisshop?

At Glisshop, we offer a wide selection of 20-litre hiking backpacks from the best brands on the market. Whether you’re looking for a model for hiking or a versatile bag for daily use, you’re sure to find one that suits your needs.

Feel free to check out our guide How to Choose Your Hiking Backpack? to help you select the perfect model for your adventures.