The lectures were given by specialists from different fields such as anatomy, philosophy, classical literature, education, art, architecture and theology. The seminar reflected on human nature based on the multiple layers of meaning that are found in bipedalism and our body’s upright posture and that have been expressed in various forms throughout history.

One idea that emerged was that in today’s increasingly technological society, we’re walking less and less, and walking could end up becoming a recreational activity.

Sarx coordinator Xavier Escribano said, “Walking opens a window to the world. It lets us discover it gradually and gain new perspectives and visions of our planet”. In other words, walking helps us learn. In fact, intellectuals like Rousseau, Goethe and Von Humboldt turned their walks and journeys around the world into fundamental experiences for learning and obtaining inspiration.