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Book SynopsisHandy little full colour map and guide of Snowdonia National Park. Detailed mapping and visitor information to the National Park along with a selection of photographs. Map at a scale of 1:119 000 (1.2cm to 1km, 1.9 miles to 1 inch).This small map with additional text and photographs gives a great overview of the Snowdonia National Park, and is the perfect companion for exploring this beautiful area of North Wales.Clear, detailed mappingKey park, tourist and travel informationIdeal for planning visits to the National ParkIndex to help locate and plan your tripInformation on historic railways, stargazing, mountain biking and places of interestDiscover more about the walking routes at this National Park with the Snowdonia Park Rangers Favourite Walks (ISBN: 9780008439132).

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Book SynopsisExplore the National Parks with this handy pocket map.Handy little full colour map and guide of Lake District National Park. Detailed mapping and visitor information to the National Park along with a selection of photographs.This small map with additional text and photographs gives a great overview of the Lake District National Park, and is the perfect companion for exploring this beautiful area of Northern England.Clear, detailed mappingKey park, tourist and travel informationIdeal for planning visits to the National ParkIndex to help locate and plan your tripThis and the Lake District Park Rangers Favourite Walks (ISBN: 9780008439149) are the perfect companions for exploring this superb walking area of Northwest England.

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Book SynopsisA concise guide to cycling LEJOG - Land's End to John o' Groats - describing an idyllic route that follows quieter roads and traffic-free paths but without too much meandering. Covering 1000 miles, the route is divided into 14 stages and can be comfortably ridden in two weeks. Easy-to-follow route descriptions are accompanied by clear mapping and useful gradient profiles, together with route highlights and points of interest, of which there are many. Invaluable tips and tricks are also included from preparing yourself to preparing your bike, together with logistical advice such as getting to and from the start and finish, accommodation options and more. In addition to the main 14-stage schedule (which includes an alternative option through Central Scotland), longer and shorter schedules are also suggested, making it easy to prepare a personally tailored adventure. The route, which passes through a diverse range of landscapes, from almost sea level across the Somerset Levels to over 1400ft through the magnificent Cairngorm Mountains, showcases some of Britain's best cycling. It is a must for anyone who's ever been remotely tempted to take on this iconic end-to-end challenge.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 11 day walks and 4 boat trips on the Scilly Isles. Exploring Britain’s smallest Natural Landscape, the low-level walks are suitable for all abilities.The day walks range in length from 3 to 14km (2–9 miles) and cover Tresco, St Martin's, St Mary's, St Agnes and Bryher as well as smaller islands in the archipelago. Four boat trips to the more remote islands are also described. 1:25,000 OS maps included for each walk GPX files available to download Information given on history, geology and ecology of the islands Refreshment and transport options are provided Table of ContentsMap: Isles of Scilly Map Key Introduction Location Geology Ancient history Later history Recent history Getting to the Isles of Scilly Getting around the Isles of Scilly Boat trips Tourist information and accommodation Maps of the Isles of Scilly The walks Guided walks Island flowers Island birds Island animals Marine park wildlife Fishing Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust The Duchy of Cornwall Plan of this guide Safety matters GPX tracks The Walks Walk 1 Hugh Town Trail Walk 2 The Garrison Wall Walk 3 St Mary's Coast Walk 4 St Mary's Nature Trails Walk 5 The Gugh Walk 6 St Agnes Boat Trip 1 Annet and the Western Rocks Walk 7 Samson Walk 8 Bryher Boat Trip 2 The Norrard Rocks Walk 9 Tresco Walk 10 Tresco Abbey Garden Boat Trip 3 St Helen's and Teän Walk 11 St Martin's Boat Trip 4 The Eastern Isles

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Book SynopsisA guidebook presenting 69 routes visiting 139 of Scotland’s 282 Munros (mountains over 3000ft). Covering the southern Highlands and the Isle of Mull, the hikes require good fitness and navigation skills plus experience in remote mountainous terrain: while many are straightforward ascents, some involve scrambling, exposure and river crossings. The routes range from 7 to 48km (4–30 miles), with the option to reduce walking distance on some of the longer routes by cycling the approach. Part of a 2-volume set: an accompanying Cicerone guidebook, Walking the Munros Vol 2 – Northern Highlands and the Cairngorms, is also available Clear route description illustrated with 1:100,000 mapping Notes on maps, parking, accommodation and access for each route Lists of all the Munros (by height and alphabetically) Pronunciation and translation of Gaelic mountain names Table of ContentsOverview Maps Symbols used on route maps Area Map 1 Area Map 2 Area Map 3 Area Map 4 Area Map 5 INTRODUCTION Nevis Route 1 Ben Nevis, Carn Mor Dearg The Aonachs Route 2 Aonach Mor, Aonach Beag The Grey Corries Route 3 Stob Ban, Stob Choire Claurigh, Stob Coire an Laoigh Route 4 Sgurr Choinnich Mor Mamores Route 5 Mullach nan Coirean, Stob Ban, Sgurr a' Mhaim Route 6 Na Gruagaichean, An Gearanach, Stob Coire a' Chairn, 
Am Bodach Route 7 Sgurr Eilde Mor, Binnein Beag, Binnein Mor Loch Treig Route 8 Stob a' Choire Mheadhoin, Stob Coire Easain Route 9 Stob Coire Sgriodain, Chno Dearg Ardverikie Route 10 Beinn a' Chlachair, Geal Charn, Creag Pitridh Loch Ossian Route 11 Beinn Eibhinn, Aonach Beag Route 12 Beinn na Lap Route 13 Carn Dearg, Sgor Gaibhre Ben Alder Route 14 Ben Alder, Beinn Bheoil Route 15 Geal Charn, Carn Dearg Drumochter Route 16 Sgairneach Mhor, Beinn Udlamain, A' Mharconaich, 
Geal Charn Route 17 Meall Chuaich Route 18 A' Bhuidheanach Bheag, Carn na Caim Atholl Route 19 Beinn Dearg Route 20 Carn a' Chlamain Beinn A' Ghlo Route 21 Carn Liath, Braigh Coire Chruinn-bhalgain, Carn nan Gabhar Glen Shee Route 22 Glas Tulaichean, Carn an Righ Route 23 Creag Leacach, Glas Maol, Cairn of Claise, Tom Buidhe, 
Tolmount, Carn an Tuirc Route 24 Carn a' Gheoidh, The Cairnwell, Carn Aosda Route 25 An Socach The Lochnagar Hills Route 26 Cac Carn Beag, Carn a' Choire Bhaidheach, 
Carn an t-Sagairt Mor, Cairn Bannoch, Broad Cairn Glen Clova Route 27 Mayar, Driesh Glen Esk Route 28 Mount Keen Mull Route 29 Ben More (Isle of Mull) Ballachulish Route 30 Beinn a' Bheithir - Sgorr Dhonuill, Sgorr Dhearg Glen Coe Route 31 Aonach Eagach - Meall Dearg, Sgorr nam Fiannaidh Route 32 Bidean nam Bian, Stob Coire Sgreamhach Route 33 Buachaille Etive Mor - Stob Dearg, Stob na Broige Route 34 Buachaille Etive Beag - Stob Dubh, Stob Coire Raineach Appin Route 35 Beinn Sgulaird Route 36 Sgor na h-Ulaidh Route 37 Beinn Fhionnlaidh Etive Route 38 Ben Starav, Beinn nan Aighenan, Glas Bheinn Mhor Route 39 Stob Coir' an Albannaich, Meall nan Eun Blackmount Route 40 Creise, Meall a' Bhuiridh Route 41 Stob a' Choire Odhair, Stob Ghabhar Bridge of Orchy Route 42 Beinn Achaladair, Beinn a' Chreachain Route 43 Beinn Mhanach Route 44 Beinn Dorain, Beinn an Dothaidh Cruachan Route 45 Ben Cruachan, Stob Diamh Route 46 Beinn a' Chochuill, Beinn Eunaich Tyndrum Route 47 Ben Lui, Beinn a' Chleibh, Ben Oss, Beinn Dubhchraig Glen Lyon Route 48 Meall Buidhe Route 49 Stuchd an Lochain Route 50 Carn Gorm, Meall Garbh, Carn Mairg, Meall na Aighean 
(Creag Mhor) Route 51 Schiehallion Glen Lochay Route 52 Creag Mhor, Beinn Heasgarnich Route 53 Ben Challum Route 54 Meall Glas, Sgiath Chuil Route 55 Meall Ghaordaidh Loch Tay Route 56 Meall nan Tarmachan Route 57 Beinn Ghlas, Ben Lawers, An Stuc, Meall Garbh, 
Meall Greigh Route 58 Meall Corranaich, Meall a' Choire Leith Glen Lednock Route 59 Ben Chonzie Crianlarich Route 60 Beinn Chabhair Route 61 An Caisteal, Beinn a' Chroin Route 62 Cruach Ardrain, Beinn Tulaichean Route 63 Ben More, Stob Binnein Loch Earn Route 64 Ben Vorlich (Callander), Stuc a' Chroin Arrochar Route 65 Beinn Bhuidhe Route 66 Ben Vorlich (Inveruglas) Route 67 Ben Vane Route 68 Beinn Narnain, Beinn Ime Lomond Route 69 Ben Lomond Appendix A Bibliography Appendix B Contact Details Appendix C Index of Munros (alphabetical) Appendix D Index of Munros (by height)

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to trekking in the heart of Patagonia, with routes in Torres del Paine National Park (Chile) and Los Glaciares National Park (Argentina). While the region is primarily a remote and mountainous glaciated wilderness, walking is easily accessible with clear trails, good public transport and regular mountain huts and campsites. The centrepiece of this dramatic area is the 10-11 day Torres del Paine Circuit (also known as the 'O' Circuit), while the shorter Half Circuit (the 'W') visits much of the same sights in 4-5 days. The guidebook also includes four shorter day walks, a multi-day trek in Argentina's Los Glaciares national park, and several excursions from Puerto Natales and El Calafate. This guidebook includes advice on getting to and around the regions, languages, visa, currency, accommodation and facilities in the National Parks, as well as useful guidance on what to take and expect on the treks. Also featured is background information on the geology, history, wildlife, flora and cultures of the regions, resulting in an excellent companion guide to help you explore the region.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 40 walks spread throughout Portugal, with a focus on the country’s many natural and national parks. Walks are graded from easy to challenging, with options to suit most abilities and ambitions. The walks range from 5 to 46km (3–29 miles), with the two longest routes offering optional overnight stops; the day walks can be enjoyed in 2–11 hours. A handful of routes are easily accessible from Lisbon, with others covering Peneda-Gerês National Park, Serra da Estrela Nature Park and the Algarve. Clear route description illustrated with 1:50,000 maps GPX files available to download Information on refreshments, access and parking Local points of interest and background notes about Portugal Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket Table of ContentsOverview map 
Map key 
Preface 
Introduction 
About Portugal 
Geology 
History 
Wildlife 
Plants and flowers 
Agriculture 
Weather 
When to go 
Getting there 
Traveling around 
Where to stay 
Food and drink 
Equipment 
Waymarking 
Maps 
Water 
Emergencies and safety 
Using this guide 
Northern Portugal 
Peneda-Ger#xea;s National Park 
Walk 1 Caminho dos Mortos, Real 
Walk 2 Trilho Castrejo, Castro Laboreiro 
Walk 3 Peneda circuit 
Walk 4 Pertinho do Ceu, Gavieira 
Walk 5 Bicos and Pedrada 
Walk 6 Pitões das Júnias and Capela de São João da Fraga 
Walk 7 Minas dos Carris, Portela de Homem 
Walk 8 Ger#xea;s circuit 
Walk 9 Águia do Sarilhão and Via Nova, Campo do Ger#xea;s Walk 10 Trilho dos Currais, Vila do Ger#xea;s 
Montesinho Nature Park 
Walk 11 Trilho da Calçada, Moimenta 
Walk 12 Montesinho summits 
Around Alvão Nature Park 
Walk 13 Senhora da Graça, Mondim de Basto 
Walk 14 Marão summit 
Douro International Nature Park 
Walk 15 Azeite, Bruçó 
Walk 16 Ribeira do Mosteiro 
Central Portugal and Lisbon 
Schist villages 
Walk 17 Schist villages of Lousã 
Walk 18 Caminho do Xisto das Aldeias de Góis and Lousã summit 
Walk 19 Trilho do Vale do Ceira, Cabreira 
Serra da Estrela Nature Park 
Walk 20 Sol and Rota das Faias, Manteigas 
Walk 21 Rota do Carvão, Manteigas 
Walk 22 Javali and Poço do Inferno, Manteigas 
Walk 23 Rota do Glaciar, Torre-Manteigas 
Walk 24 Poios Brancos, Manteigas 
Around Lisbon 
Walk 25 Castelejo, Alvados 
Walk 26 Chãos 
Walk 27 Peninha 
Walk 28 Cabo Espichel, Arr#xe1;bida 
Tejo and São Mamede Nature Parks 
Walk 29 Rota dos Abutres, Salvaterra do Extremo 
Walk 30 GR29 Rota dos Veados 
Walk 31 Marvão 
Monsaraz and Évora 
Walk 32 Évora aqueduct and Ecopista 
Walk 33 Monsaraz 
Southern Portugal 
The Algarve, Costa Vicentina and Guadiana 
Walk 34 Odeceixe beach circuit 
Walk 35 Cabo de São Vicente 
Walk 36 Rota das Cascatas, Monchique 
Walk 37 Trilho da Fóia, Monchique 
Walk 38 Pulo do Lobo, Guadiana 
Walk 39 GR23 
Walk 40 Serra do Caldeirão, Parizes 
Appendix A Route summary table 
Appendix B Contacts 
Appendix C Language

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Book Synopsis'From a young age, I was flirting with the sea and its power.' says Ben Thompson. This is the colourful and moving story of a boy who realised at an early age that the sea was his calling and followed his dream. By the age of twenty-five, Ben Thompson was being paid to dive the world's most exquisite coral reefs. Few people have worked as dive instructors in such varied locations around the world as he has. From exploring the far reaches of South East Asia by local yacht to off-roading through sub-Saharan Africa looking for new dives, Ben sees the world through a diver's mask. Along the way, he dives one of the world's only vertical wrecks (at a top-secret location) just as it ruptures its gas tanks and causes an international incident, is held up at gunpoint by a militia group in the Philippines, rescued by pirates in Indonesia, and visits the Caicos with America's largest naked diving group. His story will fascinate divers, travellers, seafarers, and adventurers of all stripes. It's an exhilarating tale of escaping the humdrum, and also a cheering love story as his ever-patient partner and dive buddy, Vic, accompanies Ben on his escapades around the world.Trade Review'An inspiring tale of travelling, diving and adventure that shows how amazing life can be if you follow your heart and your dreams. The Beach meets Blue Planet.' - Emma Bamford, author of Casting Off and Untie the Lines'Table of ContentsCONTENTS Prologue 1. In the Beginning There Was a Chip Special: Yorkshire, England 2. Thrown In at the Deep End: Costa Brava, Spain 3. Turning Professional: Thailand, Australia, Indonesia 4. A Boat, a Boat, My Kingdom for a Boat: Philippines and Indonesia 5. Living Aboard a Pirate Ship: Nusa Tenggara, Sulawesi, Indonesia 6. Mixing with a Different Crowd: Pulau Moyo, Indonesia 7. Au Naturel in the Caribbean: South Caicos and Cuba 8. Wreck Diving: Koh Chang, Thailand 9. Between Two Oceans: Into Africa 10. Could This Be the Place? Mozambique Glossary

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 60 day walks on the Portuguese island of Madeira and neighbouring Porto Santo. Covering mountains, coast, laurisilva cloud forest and levadas (irrigation channels), routes range from easy strolls to more strenuous mountain hikes, some calling for a good head for heights. Walks range from 4 to 27km (2–17 miles) with options to combine routes to create longer days out. Sketch maps are included for each walk Detailed information on planning, facilities and public transport Highlights include an ascent of Pico de Areeiro, Madeira’s highest peak Easy access from Funchal Table of ContentsOverview map Map key Preface Introduction Location Geology History Landscape Trees and flowers Birds Animals Parque Natural da Madeira Funchal and Monte Getting to Madeira Getting around Madeira Accommodation Porto Santo Currency Language Food and drink Weather Tourist information Health issues Emergencies Maps of Madeira Making multi-day trips Using this guide 1 Eastern Madeira Walk 1 Levada dos Tornos: Monte to Camacha Walk 2 Levada dos Tornos: Camacha to Quatro Estradas Walk 3 Levada da Serra: Campo do Pomar to Camacha Walk 4 Levada da Serra: Camacha to Santo da Serra Walk 5 Levada Nova from Santo da Serra Walk 6 Baia d'Abra and Ponta de São Lourenço Walk 7 Levada do Caniçal: Maroços to Caniçal Walk 8 Levada da Portela: Santo da Serra to Portela Walk 9 Vereda das Funduras: Portela to Maroços Walk 10 North Coast: Porto da Cruz to Ribeira Seca 2 Funchal to Santana Walk 11 Vereda da Penha d'Águia Walk 12 Levada do Furado: Portela to Ribeiro Frio Walk 13 Caminho Velha: Poiso to Porto da Cruz Walk 14 Fajã da Nogueira and Levada da Serra Walk 15 Caminho Velha: Poiso to Santana Walk 16 Levada do Barreiro: Poço da Neve to Monte Walk 17 Levada da Negra: Poço da Neve to Barreira Walk 18 Levada do Curral: Curral das Freiras to Funchal Walk 19 Levada dos Piornais: Lombada to Funchal 3 The high mountains Walk 20 Boca da Encumeada to Achada do Teixeira Walk 21 Boca da Encumeada to Curral das Freiras Walk 22 Pico do Cedro and Pico do Areeiro Walk 23 Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo Walk 24 Pico Ruivo, Vale da Lapa and Ilha Walk 25 Pico Ruivo, Queimadas and Santana Walk 26 Levada do Caldeirão Verde from Pico das Pedras Walk 27 Levada do Rei from Quebradas Walk 28 Santana, Calhau and São Jorge Walk 29 Boca da Encumeada and Pico Grande Walk 30 Colmeal and Pico Grande Walk 31 Fajã dos Cardos to Fajã do Penedo Walk 32 Boca da Encumeada to Colmeal 4 Jardim da Serra Walk 33 Boca da Encumeada to Marco e Fonte Walk 34 Boca da Corrida and Curral das Freiras Walk 35 Boca dos Namorados and Curral das Freiras Walk 36 Marco e Fonte to Fontes Walk 37 Terreiros from Boca da Corrida Walk 38 Crista do Espigão from Fontes Walk 39 Fajã da Ribeira, Levada Norte and Boa Morte Walk 40 Levada do Norte: Boa Morte to Estreito de C#xe2;mara de Lobos 5 Paúl da Serra Walk 41 Pico Ruivo do Paúl da Serra from Estanquinhos Walk 42 Rabaçal, Levada do Risco and 25 Fontes Walk 43 Levada do Paúl: Rabaçal to Cristo Rei Walk 44 Levada das Rabaças and Cascalho Walk 45 Caminho do Pin#xe1;culo e Folhadal Walk 46 Levada dos Cedros: Fanal to Ribeira da Janela Walk 47 Levada da Janela: Fonte do Bispo to Porto Moniz 6 Western Madeira Walk 48 Ponta do Pargo to Fonte do Bispo Walk 49 Levada do Moinho: Tornadouro to Ribeira da Cruz Walk 50 Levada da Calheta - Ponta do Pargo to Ponta do Pargo Walk 51 Levada da Calheta - Ponta do Pargo to Praz#xe9;res Walk 52 Caminho Real: Praz#xe9;res to Paúl do Mar Walk 53 Levada da Calheta - Ponta do Pargo to Lombo dos Faias Walk 54 Levada da Calheta - Ponta do Sol to Ponta do Sol Walk 55 Levada Nova and Levada do Moinho from Ponta do Sol Walk 56 Levada Nova: Jangão to Ribeira Brava Walk 57 Lombo do Mouro to Ribeira Brava 7 Porto Santo Walk 58 Pico do Castelo, Pico do Facho and Pico Branco Walk 59 Campo de Baixo, B#xe1;rbara Gomes and Eiras Walk 60 Ponta, Pico de Ana Ferreira, Pico do Espigão and Calheta Cruise to the Ilhas Desertas Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Language notes Appendix C Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 40 mountain walks exploring Eryri (Snowdonia), Wales. Graded by difficulty, the routes cover the whole of the national park and range from easy to strenuous, with the majority falling into the ‘moderate’ and ‘strenuous’ categories. Four routes call for low-grade scrambling.Included are 38 walks of between 5 and 20km (3–13 miles), which can be enjoyed in 2–7 hours, plus a challenging two-day traverse of ‘the Welsh 3000s’ – the 15 Welsh summits over 3000ft. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket Handy route summary table to help you choose an appropriate route Access and parking information provided for each route Geology, history, wildlife and a Welsh–English glossary Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Geology History Wildlife Getting there Getting around Where to stay When to go Equipment Mountain rescue Using this guide Place names The Carneddau Walk 1 Tal y Fan Walk 2 Aber Falls and the Northern Carneddau Walk 3 Cwm Eigiau Horseshoe Walk 4 The Southern Carneddau Walk 5 Cwm Llafar Horseshoe The Glyderau Walk 6 Gallt yr Ogof and Y Foel Goch Walk 7 Glyderau from Pen-y-Gwryd Walk 8 Tryfan by the North Ridge and Heather Terrace Walk 9 Tryfan Without Fears Walk 10 Cwm Bochlwyd and Glyder Fach Walk 11 Y Garn and the Devil's Kitchen Walk 12 Elidir Fawr and Y Garn Betws-y-Coed Walk 13 Llyn Crafnant and Llyn Geirionydd Walk 14 Llyn y Parc and Conwy View Snowdon Walk 15 Moel Eilio Horseshoe Walk 16 Snowdon Horseshoe Walk 17 Snowdon via Miners' Track and PyG Track Walk 18 Lliwedd via Miners' Track and Y Gribin Walk 19 Snowdon via the Watkin and the Rhyd Dhu Paths Walk 20 Yr Aran Eifionedd Walk 21 Cwm Pennant and the Moel Hebog Ridge Walk 22 Mynydd Mawr Walk 23 Nantlle Ridge Siabod and the Moelwyns Walk 24 Moel Siabod Walk 25 Aberglaslyn Gorge and Llyn Dinas Walk 26 Cnicht and Cwm Croesor Walk 27 The Moelwyns The Rhinogs Walk 28 Rhinog Fawr by the Roman Steps Walk 29 Rhinog Fach and Y Llethr Dolgellau, Cadair Idris and the South Walk 30 Precipice Walk, Dolgellau Walk 31 Cadair Idris by the Pony Path Walk 32 Cadair Idris from Minffordd Walk 33 The Dolgoch Falls and Tarrenhendre Bala Walk 34 Rhobell Fawr Walk 35 Cwm Cywarch Horseshoe and Aran Fawddwy Walk 36 Traverse of the Aran Ridge Walk 37 Arenig Fawr and Moel Llyfnant Walk 38 Cadair Berwyn and Pistyll Rhaeadr The Welsh 3000s Day 1 Snowdon and the Glyderau Day 2 Carneddau Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Welsh/English glossary Appendix C Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 50 day walks in Switzerland’s Bernese Oberland. Exploring the dramatic scenery of the Jungfrau region the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike and cover Grindelwald, Wengen, Lauterbrunnen Valley and Mürren.Walks range from 5 to 23km (3–14 miles) in length and can be enjoyed in 1–10 hours. Each walk is graded to allow you to select the most suitable routes for your ability. Many also take advantage of the widespread public transport and lifts around the Bernese Oberland to provide options for walks at a higher altitude. 1:50,000 maps included for each walk GPX files available to download Highlights include Untersteinberg and Schynige Platte Detailed information on accommodation, facilities and alpine huts Table of ContentsMap key Map of the valleys Route summary table Introduction Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau The shape of the mountains The main centres and valleys Plants and wildlife When to go Getting there Travel in the region Discount cards and passes Accommodation Mountain huts, berghotels and restaurants Other local facilities Weather Maps GPX tracks Apps Preparation Equipment Using this guide Schynige Platte to First 1 Schynige Platte Panoramaweg 2 Schynige Platte - Faulhorn - First 3 First - Bachsee - Faulhorn - Bussalp 4 First - Spitzen - Bussalp - the Höhenweg 2200 5 Bussalp - Waldspitz - First - the Höhenweg 2000 6 Bort to Bussalp - the Höhenweg 1600 7 Bussalp to Grindelwald 8 Bort - Alpenvogelpark - Hotel Wetterhorn 9 First - Grosse Scheidegg - Hotel Wetterhorn - Grindelwald 10 First - Bachsee - Waldspitz 11 The Schwarzhorn Circuit: First - Wart - Grosse Scheidegg Grosse Scheidegg and Meiringen 12 Grosse Scheidegg to Schwarzwaldalp 13 The Rychenbach valley: Schwarzwaldalp - Rosenlaui circuit 14 Meiringen - Grosse Scheidegg - Grindelwald on the Via Alpina Routes into the mountain wall 15 The Gleckstein Hut 16 Grindelwald - Pfingstegg - Hotel Wetterhorn circuit 17 Pfingstegg - Bäregg Hut 18 The Schreckhorn Hut Grindelwald to Kleine Scheidegg 19 Grindelwald - Kleine Scheidegg - Wengen - Lauterbrunnen 20 Grindelwald to Alpiglen the hard way 21 The Eiger Trail - Alpiglen to Eigergletscher and Kleine Scheidegg 22 Männlichen to Alpiglen, the Romantic Way - the Höhenweg 1900 23 Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg Panoramaweg - the Höhenweg 2100 Wengen to Kleine Scheidegg 24 Kleine Scheidegg and Wengernalp 25 Eigergletscher to Wengen by the moraine 26 Wengen - Leiterhorn circuit 27 Wengen to Männlichen - the Gemsweg 28 Wengen and the Mendelssohn memorial 29 Wengen - Stalden - Allmend - Wengen 30 The Trümmelbach falls: Wengen - Stalden - Trümmelbach Lauterbrunnen and Isenfluh 31 Saxeten to Isenfluh 32 Sulwald to Mürren by the Lobhorn hut 33 Grütschalp to Sulwald and onward routes 34 Lauterbrunnen, Trümmelbach Falls and Stechelberg 35 Lauterbrunnen to Mürren on the Via Alpina Mürren 36 The Mountain View Trail to Grütschalp 37 Mürren, the Blumental and Chänelegg 38 The North Face Trail - Allmendhubel to Mürren via Schiltalp 39 The ‘easy' way up the Schilthorn from Allmendhubel 40 The Schilthorn via Schiltalp and Grauseewli 41 Mürren - Gimmelwald - Mürren 42 Mürren to the Stutz waterfall and Spielbodenalp 43 Mürren, Bryndli and the Rotstock hut 44 The Sefinental and Rotstock Hut 45 Mürren to Griesalp on the Via Alpina Stechelberg and Upper Lauterbrunnen valley 46 Stechelberg - Gimmelwald - Mürren 47 Mürren to Obersteinberg via the Tanzbödeli 48 Stechelberg to Obersteinberg 49 Obersteinberg - Oberhornsee - Stechelberg 50 Obersteinberg - Oberhornsee - Schmadri Hut - Stechelberg Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B Trains, lifts, buses and discount options Appendix C Further reading Appendix D English-German terms

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Book SynopsisHaving documented the famous cycling climbs of France and Italy, Simon Warren completes his trilogy on cycling’s Grand Tour nations with the 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs of Spain. Packed full of the legendary roads on the Spanish mainland which have found fame in the Vuelta a España, such as the Angliru, Puerto de Velefique, Lagos de Covadonga and the mighty Pico Veleta, the featured climbs travel the length and breadth of the country – from the Pyrenees, across the Basque Country to Asturias, around Madrid and down through Cataluña to Andalucía. The book also travels out to sea to cover Mallorca and the Canary Islands. These perennially favoured destinations for cyclists searching for year-round sun are home to some extraordinary climbs, from Sa Calobra on Mallorca, to Teide on Tenerife, and the incomparable Roque de los Muchachos on La Palma.

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Book SynopsisLonely Planet's Best Bike Rides New Zealand is your passport to 38 day trips on two wheels. Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard.From rail trails to coastal pathways we cover the country with easy-to-follow trails for cyclists and E-bike riders.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides New Zealand Travel Guide:Colour maps (including elevation charts) and images throughoutSpecial features - on New Zealand's highlights for cyclist, kid-friendly rides, accessible trails and what to takeOur Picks… section helps you plan your trip and select rides that appeal to your interestsRegion profiles cover when to go, where to stay, what's on, cultural insights, and local food and drink recommendations to refuel and refresh. Featured regions include: Marlborough, Bay of Islands, Akaroa, West Coast, Central Plateau, Milford Sound, Waiheke Island, Kaikoura, Mackenzie Country, Waitomo Caves, Canterbury, Rotorua, Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown and moreEssential info at your fingertips - ride itineraries accompanied by illustrative maps are combined with details about ride duration, distance, terrain, start/end locations (including bike rental options) and difficulty (classified as easy, easy-moderate, moderate, moderate-hard, or hard)Over 48 mapsThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides New Zealand, our most comprehensive guide to riding in New Zealand, is perfect for those planning to explore New Zealand on two wheels.Looking for more information on New Zealand? Check out Lonely Planet's New Zealand guide for a comprehensive look at what the country has to offer.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.‘Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times‘Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

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Book SynopsisThis guidebook to cycling the Ruta Via de la Plata through western Spain describes the 930km route from Seville to the coastal city of Gijón in around 2 weeks (14 stages). A pilgrimage variant, the Camino Sanabrés, to Santiago de Compostela is also described (16 stages in total). Empty roads and gentle climbs make the route accessible to a wide range of bikes and cyclists. Both road and off-road versions are presented, and the guide shows how they can be combined to create a perfect touring, hybrid or gravel cycling trip. The guide includes leg-by-leg route descriptions, 1:150,0000 colour mapping, elevation profiles and helpful ride planners to show where riders can swop from the off-road to the road route. There is advice on equipment, travel and transporting your bike, alongside a list of accommodation contacts and a useful Spanish glossary. The Ruta Via de la Plata is one of Spain's most important pilgrim routes. The 2-week journey takes in 7 UNESCO world heritage sites (Seville, Mérida, Cáceres, Salamanca, Leon, Zamora, and Oviedo) with the famous pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela if the Camino Sanabrés is taken. There is lots of good-value accommodation available, from hostels to palaces, and plenty of chances to sample Spanish gastronomy.

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Book SynopsisThe definitive guide to seeing all the wonders of Scotland under paddle power.Scotland is one of the most appealing destinations for kayakers, canoeists and paddleboarders from all over the world. That''s because if there is one country best seen from the water, it is Scotland. Loch Ness contains more water than all of the rivers and lakes in England and Wales combined and there are 27,000 other lochs to explore as well. What''s more, with 125,000km of rivers and 800 islands, there''s always somewhere new to paddle. And the spectacular Scottish scenery only adds to the appeal.This book is the complete guide to paddling the wonderfully varied waterways, lochs, rivers and coasts of Scotland, compiled by Ally Findlay, a paddleboard instructor and tour guide based in Glasgow. He covers all regions of Scotland:- South Scotland, including the coast at Kirkcudbright and Fleet Bay, and inland to Loch Ken, and the Galloway Canoe Trail- Central Scotland, includTrade ReviewPaddle Scotland serves as an excellent guide for anyone seeking the ultimate flat water touring experience. It provides comprehensive information and photos on the best places to paddle in Scotland, as well as useful tips and tricks for exploring its waterways. * The Scotsman *

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Book SynopsisIn the ninth addition to his bestselling “Fifty Places” series, author Chris Santella is back at it again, this time exploring the world on bikes with Fifty Places to Bike Before You Die. Biking has grown increasingly popular in recent years, as both a leisure and extreme exercise activity and Chris cover trips for cyclists of every level. Fifty Places to Bike covers environments as varied as the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia, the Tour de Tuli through Botswana, and the urban jungle of New York City. With a healthy mix of international and national locations, the fifty chapters capture breathtaking vistas cyclists will enjoy around the world. As always the places are brought to life with more than 40 stunning colour photographs.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 20 day walks around Lakes Garda and Iseo. Exploring the dramatic scenery of the Italian lakes, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. Walks range from 5 to 13km (3–8 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–5 hours. Walks have been graded from 1 to 3 allowing you to choose routes suitable for your ability. Sketch maps are included for each walk Detailed information on accommodation, public transport and wildlife Highlights include Monte Baldo and Monteisola Table of ContentsMap key Overview pap Introduction Plants and flowers Wildlife Getting there Local transport Information When to go Accommodation Food and drink What to take Maps Dos and don'ts Emergencies Using this guide Lago di Garda Walk 1 Valle delle Cartiere Walk 2 Eremo di San Valentino Walk 3 Campione to Pregasio Loop Walk 4 Campione to Pieve Loop Walk 5 Limone sul Garda and the Valle del Singol Walk 6 Monte Nodice and Pregasina Walk 7 Strada del Ponale to Pregasina Walk 8 The Venetian Bastione Walk 9 Monte Brione Walk 10 Torbole to Tempesta Walk 11 Monte Baldo: Ventrar to San Michele Walk 12 Monte Baldo: Cima delle Pozzette Walk 13 Monte Baldo: Eremo SS Benigno e Caro Walk 14 Monte Baldo: Rifugio Telegrafo Circuit Walk 15 Monte Baldo: Costabella to Prada Alta Walk 16 Torri del Benaco and Graffiti Lago d'Iseo Walk 17 Punta Alta Walk 18 Santuario di San Giovanni Walk 19 Corna Trentapassi Walk 20 Monteisola and the Santuario della Ceriola Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Glossary of Italian-English terms p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 10.2px; font: 8.5px 'Optima LT Pro'} p.p2 {margin: 5.7px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 10.2px; font: 8.5px 'Optima LT Pro'} p.p3 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 36.9px; text-indent: -36.9px; line-height: 10.2px; font: 8.5px 'Optima LT Pro'} p.p4 {margin: 2.9px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 10.2px; font: 8.5px 'Optima LT Pro'} span.Apple-tab-span {white-space:pre} p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 10.2px; font: 8.5px 'Optima LT Pro'} p.p2 {margin: 5.7px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 10.2px; font: 8.5px 'Optima LT Pro'} p.p3 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 36.9px; text-indent: -36.9px; line-height: 10.2px; font: 8.5px 'Optima LT Pro'} p.p4 {margin: 2.9px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 10.2px; font: 8.5px 'Optima LT Pro'} span.Apple-tab-span {white-space:pre}

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Book SynopsisJulia Goodfellow-Smith has chosen 15 of the best short walks in the Malvern Hills for you to explore. Our guide comes with easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps and clear route descriptions, perfect if you're new to walking or are looking for something you can enjoy with the whole family.We've included information on local beauty spots and tasty refreshment stops, and most of the walks can be completed in under 3 hours.We haven't included any walks with challenging terrain or complicated navigation, and all you'll need to take with you are a waterproof jacket and a pair of comfortable trainers.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 50 walks in the North York Moors, the largest continuous expanse of heather moorland in England. Routes range from short and easy low-level walks to long and strenuous routes across the high moors, including the Lyke Wake Walk – a 4-stage, 65km (40 mile) route traversing the national park from west to east. The walks range in length from 7–22km (4–14 miles) and can be enjoyed in between 2 and 7 hours. They are arranged by area into the Tabular Hills, Hambleton Hills, Cleveland Hills, Northern Moors, High Moors, Eastern Moors and Cleveland Coast. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket GPX files available to download Detailed information on terrain, refreshments and public transport for each walk Information given on local history and archaeology Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Brief history of the moors North York Moors industries Getting to the North York Moors Getting around the North York Moors Accommodation Food and drink When to walk Maps of the routes National park visitor centres Tourist information centres Emergency services Using this guide The Tabular Hills Walk 1 West Ayton, Hackness and the Forge Valley Walk 2 Hackness, Broxa and Whisper Dales Walk 3 Lockton, Stain Dale, Saltergate and Levisham Moor Walk 4 Levisham and the Hole of Horcum Walk 5 Levisham Station, Levisham and Newton-on-Rawcliffe Walk 6 Hutton-le-Hole, Lastingham, Cropton and Appleton-le-Moors Walk 7 Gillamoor, Boonhill Common and Fadmoor Walk 8 Newgate Bank, Rievaulx Moor and Helmsley Bank Walk 9 Helmsley, Beck Dale and Ash Dale Walk 10 Hawnby Hill and Easterside Hill The Hambleton Hills Walk 11 Rievaulx Abbey and Old Byland Walk 12 Byland Abbey, Mount Snever and Oldstead Walk 13 Sutton Bank, Gormire Lake and the White Horse Walk 14 Osmotherley, Thimbleby, Siltons and Black Hambleton The Cleveland Hills Walk 15 Osmotherley, Beacon Hill and High Lane Walk 16 Chop Gate, Cringle Moor and Cock Howe Walk 17 Chop Gate, Urra Moor, Hasty Bank and Cold Moor Walk 18 Kildale, Ingleby Moor and Battersby Moor Walk 19 Kildale, Leven Vale, Baysdale and Hograh Moor The Northern Moors Walk 20 Great Ayton, Easby Moor and Roseberry Topping Walk 21 Guisborough, Gisborough Moor and Hutton Village Walk 22 Danby, Siss Cross, Commondale and Castleton Walk 23 Scaling Dam, Clitherbeck, Danby and Beacon Hill The High Moors Walk 24 Chop Gate, Cock Howe, Ryedale and Wetherhouse Moor Walk 25 Chop Gate, Tripsdale, Bransdale and Bilsdale Walk 26 Low Mill, Harland, Rudland Rigg and West Gill Walk 27 Church Houses, Bloworth Crossing and Farndale Moor Walk 28 Hutton-le-Hole, Ana Cross, Spaunton Moor and Lastingham Walk 29 Rosedale Abbey, Hartoft, Lastingham and Ana Cross Walk 30 Rosedale Ironstone Railway around Rosedale Head Walk 31 Rosedale Ironstone Railway from Blakey to Battersby Walk 32 Westerdale, Fat Betty, Westerdale Moor and Esklets Walk 33 Danby, Castleton, Botton Village and Danby Rigg Walk 34 Lealholm, Heads, Glaisdale Moor and Glaisdale Rigg Walk 35 Glaisdale Rigg, Egton High Moor and Egton Bridge The Eastern Moors Walk 36 Goathland, Simon Howe, Wheeldale and Mallyan Spout Walk 37 Rail Trail from Moorgates to Goathland and Grosmont Walk 38 Goathland, Sleights Moor and Whinstone Ridge Walk 39 Goathland, Eller Beck, Lilla Howe and Goathland Moor Walk 40 Chapel Farm, Lilla Howe and Jugger Howe Beck Walk 41 Sleights, Ugglebarnby, Falling Foss and Littlebeck The Cleveland Coast Walk 42 Runswick Bay, Hinderwell, Staithes and Port Mulgrave Walk 43 Runswick Bay, Kettleness and Goldsborough Walk 44 Whitby, Saltwick Bay, Robin Hood's Bay and Hawsker Walk 45 Robin Hood's Bay, Boggle Hole and Ravenscar Walk 46 Cloughton, Staintondale, Ravenscar and Hayburn Wyke The Lyke Wake Walk Walk 47 Osmotherley, Carlton Bank, Cringle Moor and Hasty Bank Walk 48 Clay Bank, Urra Moor, Bloworth Crossing and Blakey Walk 49 Rosedale Head, Hamer, Wheeldale Moor and Simon Howe Walk 50 Eller Beck, Lilla Howe, Jugger Howe Moor and Ravenscar Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisThe Camino de Santiago de Compostela (Camino Francés or Way of St James) is among the world's most famous pilgrimages: Christian pilgrims have travelled to the shrine of St James in Santiago, northern Spain, since the ninth century. This guide provides all the information you need to successfully cycle the Camino. The Camino Francés is the most popular variant of the Camino, linking St Jean-Pied-de-Port on the French-Spanish border with Santiago via Pamplona, Burgos and León. The guide presents the journey in 18 stages. Two versions of the route are described, the first (770km) based closely on the walkers' route and suitable for hybrid or mountain bikes; the second (798km) a 'road route' for road and touring cycles. It can be cycled in around 10-14 days and is very well provisioned. Clear route description and mapping are accompanied by notes on local points of interest, as well as background information on Spanish history and the history of the Camino. The practicalities are also thoroughly covered, including travel to and from the route, accommodation, facilities, kit and how to qualify for and obtain your Compostela (pilgrims' certificate). Whether you're seeking a spiritual journey, a physical challenge or just a holiday, the Camino promises an unforgettable experience - from the beautiful landscapes, historic towns and rich culture of northern Spain to the famed camaraderie with other wayfarers. Blending information with inspiration, this guide is an ideal companion to cycling this UNESCO-listed route.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Introduction History The Camino The routes Natural environment Preparation Pilgrim credentials and information Getting there and back Navigation Accommodation Food and drink Amenities and services What to take Safety and emergencies About this guide The route Navarre and La Rioja Stage 1 St Jean-Pied-de-Port to Roncesvalles Stage 2 Roncesvalles to Pamplona Stage 3 Pamplona to Estella Stage 4 Estella to Logroño Stage 5 Logroño to Santo Domingo de la Calzada León y Castile Stage 6 Santo Domingo de la Calzada to Villafranca Montes de Oca Stage 7 Villafranca Montes de Oca to Burgos Stage 8 Burgos to Castrojeriz Stage 9 Castrojeriz to Carrión de los Condes Stage 10 Carrión de los Condes to Sahagún Stage 11 Sahagún to León Stage 12 León to Astorga Stage 13 Astorga to Ponferrada Stage 14 Ponferrada to O Cebreiro Galicia Stage 15 O Cebreiro to Sarria Stage 16 Sarria to Palas de Rei Stage 17 Palas de Rei to Arzúa Stage 18 Arzúa to Santiago de Compostela Appendix A Facilities summary table Appendix B Tourist information offices Appendix C Cycle shops Appendix D Pilgrim information Appendix E Useful contacts Appendix F Language glossary Appendix G Spanish architectural styles

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Book SynopsisAn inspirational guidebook to 27 day walks and three 2-day routes along the England Coast Path, showcasing the best stretches of this 4500km (2800 mile) National Trail. From sandy beaches and flat promenades to undulating cliff-top paths, there is something for all levels of fitness and experience.The walks range from 5–28 miles (9–45km) in length, take between 3 hours and 2 days to complete and are mostly linear, although a few detour inland to make circular walks. They are arranged geographically into 4 coastal sections: North West, South West, South East and North East. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk GPX files available to download Includes details of terrain, refreshments and public transport for each walk Information given on history, geology and wildlife Local points of interest are featured for each walk area Table of ContentsOverview map Map key Route summary table Introduction Geological treasures and coastal landforms An ever-changing coastline Nature and wildlife An island history Trade and industry A coastal culture Evolution of the England Coast Path How to use this guide Getting around When to go What to take Access and waymarking Staying safe North West Walk 1 Whitehaven to St Bees Walk 2 Walney Island Walk 3 Arnside Walk 4 Lancaster to Cockerham Walk 5 Southport to Crosby Walk 6 New Brighton to Heswall (the Wirral) South West Walk 7 Lynton to Combe Martin Walk 8 Woolacombe and Croyde Walk 9 Hartland Quay to Bude Walk 10 Padstow to Porthcothan Walk 11 Pendeen to Penzance Walk 12 The Lizard Walk 13 Portscatho and the Roseland Peninsula Walk 14 Prawle Point and Start Point Walk 15 Beer and Branscombe Walk 16 Lulworth Walk 17 Worth Matravers and St Aldhelm's Head South East Walk 18 Bosham and Chichester Harbour Walk 19 Seaford to Eastbourne Walk 20 Dungeness Walk 21 Deal to Dover Walk 22 Tollesbury and the Blackwater Estuary Walk 23 Orford Walk 24 Walberswick and Dunwich Walk 25 Burnham Deepdale to Sheringham North East Walk 26 Spurn Head Walk 27 Flamborough Head Walk 28 Scarborough to Staithes Walk 29 Seaham to Hartlepool Walk 30 Craster to Bamburgh Appendix A Useful websites Appendix B Further reading

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to the northernmost section of the GR5 - from Hoek van Holland in the Netherlands, through Belgium and Luxembourg, to Schirmeck in the northeast of France. Described over 49 stages, this 1000 kilometre section of the GR5 is relatively easy and ideal for those who don't want to hike up and down steep mountains - or not just yet. Clear route description is accompanied by 1:100K mapping, together with information on points of interest passed along the way. Background information on landscape, wildlife and history is included, as is practical information - everything from clothing, equipment, food, drink and waymarking to maps, money and staying in touch - making planning and executing a trip as easy as possible. One of the world's best long distance walking trails, the GR5, in its entirety, covers an impressive 1423 miles (2290km) on its way from the North Sea to the Mediterranean. This northern stretch - before the trail hits the depth of the Vosges. Two further Cicerone guidebooks cover the remaining sections of the GR5; 'The GR5 Trail - Vosges and Jura', and 'The GR5 Trail' which covers the route from Lac Leman to the Mediterranean.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 32 walks and scrambles in the Aosta Valley. Exploring the dramatic scenery of the Italian Alps there’s something for both beginner and experienced walkers, from short leisurely walks to scrambles and protected routes bordering on mountaineering. Routes range from 4 to 20km (2–12 miles) in length and can be enjoyed in 1–6 hours. A handful of trail runs and via ferrata are also summarised in brief. 1:50,000 maps are included for each route GPX files available to download Detailed information on accommodation, public transport and wildlife Highlights include walks to Forte di Bard and Grand St Bernard Monastery Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Introduction Geography Geology Wildlife Plants and flowers Weather History Art and culture Trail running Places of interest When to go Access and travel Accommodation Clothing Food and drink Language Maps and navigation Waymarking Safety and emergencies Insurance Using this guide Main Valley Route 1 Forte di Bard and the Roman road, Donnas Route 2 Napoleon's diversion route Lower Lys Valley Route 3 Plan des Sorci#xe8;res and Col Portola Route 4 The Two Monts: Mont Roux and Mont Bechit Route 5 Colma di Mombarone Route 6 Mont Mars traverse Upper Lys Valley Route 7 Via Regina to Castel Savoia Route 8 Punta Regina: the queen's peak Route 9 Alpenzu and the Walser villages Route 10 Source of the Lys Route 11 Punta Indren and Indren glacier crossing Route 12 Bettolina ridge to Rifugio Quintino Sella Valtournenche and Cervin/Matterhorn Route 13 Eastern balcony: Cervinia to Valtournenche Route 14 Western balcony: Cervinia to Valtournenche Route 15 Becca d'Aran Valpelline Route 16 Rifugio Prarayer Route 17 Ru di-z-Aagne and Fontina Route 18 Lac Mort Route 19 Ru du Rey: a marvel of hydro-engineering Route 20 Pointe Cornet Route 21 Alta Via 1: Col de Breuson Route 22 Rifugio and Col Champillon Great Saint Bernard Pass Route 23 Via Francigena to Great St Bernard Monastery Route 24 Mont Fourchon Route 25 Two Cols Route 26 Grande Chenalette and Pointe de Drône via ferrata Upper Aosta Valley - Courmayeur Route 27 Mont Ch#xe9;tif Route 28 Mont de la Saxe and Col Sapin Route 29 Rifugio Bonatti and Mont Blanc panorama Route 30 Mont Fortin Route 31 Tour of the Pyramides Calcaires Route 32 Mont Ch#xe9;tif via ferrata Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B Useful phrases Appendix C Clothing and equipment

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Book SynopsisThe GR1 (Sendero Historico) is a long traverse of northern Spain from west to east over 1250km of remote country and mountain walking. The waymarked route runs through the Pyrenean foothills from Puerto de Tarna at the western end to near L'Escala on the Mediterranean coast. Arguably one of Spain's best long-distance paths, it follows gently graded paths, making a long but easy walk suitable for a reasonably fit walker. The complete trail requires around 53 days to complete end to end, but the guidebook splits the route into 7 sections, each with a start or endpoint that can be easily reached by train or bus, allowing walkers to explore the route in manageable chunks. The guidebook also describes how to extend the route to Finisterre and the Atlantic using GR routes. Providing all the information you will need, the guide combines practical information about planning your own itinerary, when to go, cuisine and terrain with general information about the varied geology and history of the area. Route description is accompanied by contoured mapping and stage and section summary information, as well as detailed information about any accommodation available en route.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Topography of the route Climate and vegetation Agriculture and wildlife History What the trails are like Staying in Spain Eating in Spain When to go Breaking the GR1 into chunks Planning your walk What to take Finding your way Using this guide The Sendero Historico 1 Puerto de Tarna to Reinosa Stage 1 Puerto de Tarna to Salamon Stage 2 Salamon to Prioro Stage 3 Prioro to Camporredondo de Alba Stage 4 Camporredondo de Alba to Cervera de Pisuerga Stage 5 Cervera de Pisuerga to Brañosera Stage 6 Brañosera to Reinosa 2 Corconte to Berantevilla Stage 1 Corconte to Pedrosa de Valdeporres Stage 2 Pedrosa de Valdeporres to Salazar Stage 3 Salazar to Paresotas Stage 4 Paresotas to Bóveda Stage 5 Bóveda to Espejo Stage 6 Espejo to Fontecha Stage 7 Fontecha to Berantevilla 3 Berantevilla to Olite Stage 1 Berantevilla to Peñacerrada Stage 2 Peñacerrada to Bernedo Stage 3 Bernedo to Santa Cruz de Campezo Stage 4 Santa Cruz de Campezo to Los Arcos Stage 5 Los Arcos to Larraga Stage 6 Larrage to Olite 4 Olite to Murillo de G#xe1;llego Stage 1 Olite to Uju#xe9; Stage 2 Uju#xe9; to Sos del Rey Católico Stage 3 Sos del Rey Católico to Petilla de Aragón Stage 4 Petilla de Aragón to Biel Stage 5 Biel to Murillo de G#xe1;llego 5 Murillo de G#xe1;llego to Graus Stage 1 Murillo de G#xe1;llego to Loarre Stage 2 Loarre to Bolea Stage 3 Bolea to Arguis Stage 4 Arguis to Nocito Stage 5 Nocito to Paúles de Sarsa Stage 6 Paúles de Sarsa to Ligüerre de Cinca Stage 7 Ligüerre de Cinca to Tierrantona Stage 8 Tierrantona to Salinas de Trillo Stage 9 Salinas de Trillo to Graus 6 Graus to Gironella Stage 1 Graus to Lascuarre Stage 2 Lascuarre to Puente de Montañana Stage 3 Puente de Montañana to Àger Stage 4 Àger to Hostal Roig Stage 5 Hostal Roig to Messan#xe9;s Stage 6 Massan#xe9;s to Oliana Stage 7 Oliana to Cambrils Stage 8 Cambrils to Sant Llorenç de Morunys Stage 9 Sant Llorenç de Morunys to Sant Lleïr de la Vall d'Ora Stage 10 Sant Lleïr de la Vall d'Ora to L'Espunyola Stage 11 L'Espunyola to Gironella 7 From Gironella to the coast Stage 1 Gironella to Lluç#xe0; Stage 2 Lluç#xe0; to Alpens Stage 3 Alpens to Ripoll Stage 4 Ripoll to Sant Pau de Segúries Stage 5 Sant Pau de Segúries to Oix Stage 6 Oix to Besalú Stage 7 Besalú to Banyoles Stage 8 Banyoles to Orriols Stage 9 Orriols to Sant Martí d'Empúries Appendix A Route summary tables Appendix B A Spanish coast-to-coast Appendix C Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 40 day walks in Italy’s Abruzzo region. Exploring the wild region near Rome, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike and are perfect for walking May through October. Routes range from 4-25km (2-16 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2-8 hours. Key bases include L’Aquila, Sulmona, Castel di Sangro, and the Maiella and Gran Sasso national parks and Sirente-Velino regional park. 1:50,000 maps included for each walk GPX files available to download Detailed information on planning, access and accommodation Highlights include Val di Rose, the Prati di Tivo, and Corno Grande Information given on local geology and wildlife Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Location of walks Introduction Abruzzo Geological history Human history Animals and birds Plants and flowers Food and drink Walking in Abruzzo When to go Getting there Getting around Places to base yourself Daily essentials Maps Using this guide Advice for the trail The Maiella National Park Walk 1 Fara San Martino gorge and Val Serviera Walk 2 The hermitage of San Bartolomeo di Legio Walk 3 Monte Morrone from Passo San Leonardo Walk 4 Morrone di Pacentro and Monte Mileto Walk 5 The Orfento valley Walk 6 Caramanico and the Orfento gorge Walk 7 Monte Amaro from Lama Biancha Walk 8 Monte Amaro from La Maielletta Walk 9 Monte Amaro from Fonte Romana Walk 10 The Alento valley above Serramonacesca Walk 11 Monte Porrara ridge Corno Grande and Campo Imperatore Walk 12 Monte Prena and Monte Camicia Walk 13 Santo Stefano and Rocca Calascio Walk 14 The west summit of Corno Grande Walk 15 The east summit of Corno Grande Walk 16 Campo Pericoli and Pizzo Cefalone Walk 17 Monte Bolza ridge Walk 18 Pietracamela and Prati di Tivo Walk 19 Monte Corvo and the Val Chiarino Monti Della Laga Walk 20 Monte di Mezzo circuit from Campotosto Walk 21 Cima della Laghetta and Monte Gorzano The Abruzzo National Park Walk 22 Villetta Barrea and Civitella Alfedena Walk 23 The Val di Rose Walk 24 Monte La Meta and the Mainarde crest Walk 25 La Terratta Walk 26 The Scanno town and lake loop Walk 27 Serra del Campitello and Monte Godi Walk 28 Monte Marsicano Walk 29 Colli Alti and Bassi from Pescasseroli Sulmona Valley and Monte Genzana Walk 30 Anversa degli Abruzzi and Castrovalva Walk 31 Monte Mattone from Pettorano sul Gizio Walk 32 Monte Genzana from Pettorano sul Gizio Walk 33 A tour of the Valle del Gizio The Sirente-Velino Regional Park Walk 34 Monte Sirente Walk 35 The Celano gorge via Fonte degli Innamorati Walk 36 Monte Velino Walk 37 Monte Ocre Walk 38 Fontecchio and Pagliare di Tione Walk 39 The Navelli plain The Simbruini Regional Park Walk 40 Monte Viglio Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Further access information Appendix C Italian-English glossary Appendix D Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to walking the 158km (100 mile) South Downs Way National Trail. The route crosses the South Downs National Park to link Eastbourne with Winchester and is an ideal option for those new to long-distance walking; it is also suitable for riders.The route is described in both directions – east to west and west to east – in 12 stages of between 6 and 19km (4–12 miles), with both footpath and bridleway options for the most easterly stage. Contains step-by-step description of the route alongside 1:50,000 OS maps Includes a separate map booklet containing OS 1:25,000 mapping with the route line Handy trek planner, route summary table and selected accommodation listings help you plan your itinerary Refreshment and accommodation information given for each route stage GPX files available to download

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Book SynopsisThe perfect companions for exploring the National Parks.Walking guide to the Broads National Park, with 20 best routes chosen by the park rangers. Each walk varies in length from 2 to 10 km and can be completed in less than 4 hours.20 best routes chosen and written by National Park rangersWalks from 2 to 10kmDetailed description for each walk with highlights clearly marked on the map along with an accompanying map and photographsGeneral information about the National Park plus basic advice on walkingThis and the Broads National Park Pocket Map (ISBN: 9780008439156) are the perfect companions for exploring this superb walking area of East Anglia.Trade Review“Walking guides from Collins will have you expertly traversing the landscape like a park ranger.” – Great British Life

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Book SynopsisThere are few destinations in Europe where you can enjoy typical 'summer' outdoor pursuits in the middle of winter. However, Spain's Costa Blanca is one such place and the range and quality of activities on offer is outstanding. This multi-activity guide presents a handpicked selection of 60 ridge routes, via ferratas, canyons, sport-climbing crags, trad-climbing crags, hikes, trail runs and road-cycling routes to inspire keen adventurers to explore the region's striking ridges, peaks, crags and barrancos (canyons). A broad spectrum of activities is covered - although since many of the routes involve climbing skills and rope-work, the guide is particularly well suited to climbers interested in a multi-activity holiday - and there are plenty of mid-grade options. Although quieter in winter, Costa Blanca is well served for accommodation and facilities, with easy access from Alicante. The guide includes plenty of useful information to help you plan your holiday and directions to help you locate the start-point for each activity. All of the activities are clearly graded and include route description and mapping and - for the climbing routes and via ferratas - photo topos illustrating the line of the route. Handy tables summarise the key information, making it easy to choose an activity to suit. With inspiring colour photography to whet your appetite, Costa Blanca Mountain Adventures is the perfect companion to discovering the adventures that await in this bounteous region.Table of ContentsRegional overview map Map key Key to photo topos Overview map 1: Ridges, via ferratas and canyons Overview map 2: Sport and trad climbing Overview map 3: Hiking, trail running and road cycling Introduction Landscape Plants and wildlife When to go Getting there Getting around Accommodation Food and drink Language Maps Waymarking and access Health and safety Using this guide Ridges Route 1 Toix Ridge Integral (Este y Oeste) Route 2 Bernia Ridge Route 3 Sierra Ferrer Ridge Route 4 Segaria Ridge Route 5 Cresta del Migdia Route 6 El Realet/Alt del Castellet Route 7 Cresta del Canelobre, Cabezón de Oro Route 8 Forada Ridge Route 9 Benicadell Ridge Route 10 Arista al Forat de la Forada Route 11 Cresta dels Bardals, Serrella Route 12 Cresta del Castellar Route 13 Cresta del Maigmó Via ferratas Route 14 Penya del Figueret Route 15 Ponoch (Ponoig) Route 16 El Cid Route 17 Redov#xe1;n Route 18 Callosa de Segura Route 19 Castillo Salvatierra Route 20 Aventador Canyons Route 21 Barranco del Pas de Tancat Route 22 Barranco del Infierno Route 23 Barranco dels Llidoners and de Racons Route 24 Barranco del Pas de Calvo Route 25 Barranco del Parent Route 26 Barranco de l'Estret de Cardos Route 27 Barranco de Mascarat Route 28 Barranco del Curt o Pas de Bandolers Sport climbing Route 29 Alcalalí Route 30 Los Cerezos Route 31 Sierra de Toix Route 32 Candelabra del Sol Route 33 Morro Falquí Route 34 Ambolo Route 35 L'Atzúbia (Adsubia) Route 36 Sector Cuevas, Cabezón de Oro Trad climbing Route 37 Aristotles and Pepsi Crest, Puig Campana Route 38 Espolón Central, Puig Campana Route 39 The Edwards Finish, Puig Campana Route 40 Via Gene, Cabezón de Oro Route 41 Arista Agullo, Cabezón de Oro Route 42 Via Esther and Scorpion, Vall de Gulabdar Route 43 Via Pany, El Peñón de Ifach Hiking Route 44 Mallada del Llop and El Regall Route 45 Cova del Dalt and Es Crestall Route 46 Xanchet circuit Route 47 Bernia circuit and fort Trail running Route 48 Castell d'Axia Route 49 Aixorta and Les Arcs Route 50 Corral de la Llacuna Route 51 Les Arcs and Raco Roig Route 52 Castell de Granadella Route 53 Sierra de Olta Route 54 Puig Campana Route 55 Penya Gros and Forada Route 56 Barranco del Infierno circuit Road cycling Route 57 Col de Rates, Tarbena and Castell de Castells Route 58 Vall de Gallinera and Vall d'Ebo Route 59 Bernia circuit Route 60 Serrella and Aitana circuit Appendix A Activity summary table Appendix B Useful contacts Appendix C Castilian - Valencian - English glossary Appendix D Further reading Appendix E Climbing grades comparison table

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Book SynopsisReady for adventure in the Lake District Fells? Cicerone’s Walking the Lake District Fells guides are your ultimate fell-by-fell companions. A series of eight guidebooks, one for each of the main valley bases, cover ALL the routes up ALL the fells in each area – that’s 230 fells in total. This guidebook covers 35 Lakeland summits that can be climbed from Patterdale, Ambleside and the Grasmere, Thirlmere and Ullswater valleys. The area is characterised by lofty ridges, with highlights including Helvellyn, Fairfield, St Sunday Crag and Red Screes, plus a handful of classic ridge routes for longer fell days. Those with some previous hiking experience will find all the info needed to climb the fells with confidence, plus a fresh perspective on both classic and lesser-known fells. Keen summit-baggers can use our tick lists to tick off the fells as they go. What sets these guidebooks apart from the rest? Complete coverage – every route covered, not just the main one. Devise your own routes – a variety of ascents, descents, and ridge routes, so you can choose to climb one fell or combine routes to craft your own adventure. Up-to-date route information – complete route description and HARVEY mapping for each fell. Hand-drawn toposand panoramas – easily see the routes up each fell and views from the top. Fell-friendly routes – designed to minimise environmental impact. Table of ContentsMap keys Area covered by this guide Author preface Starting points Introduction Valley bases Fix the Fells Using this guide Safety and access Additional online resources Fells 1 Arnison Crag 2 Birkhouse Moor 3 Birks 4 Catstycam 5 Clough Head 6 Dollywaggon Pike 7 Dove Crag 8 Fairfield 9 Glenridding Dodd 10 Gowbarrow Fell 11 Great Dodd 12 Great Mell Fell 13 Great Rigg 14 Hart Crag 15 Hart Side 16 Hartsop above How 17 Helvellyn 18 Heron Pike 19 High Hartsop Dodd 20 High Pike 21 Little Hart Crag 22 Little Mell Fell 23 Low Pike 24 Middle Dodd 25 Nab Scar 26 Nethermost Pike 27 Raise 28 Red Screes 29 Seat Sandal 30 Sheffield Pike 31 St Sunday Crag 32 Stone Arthur 33 Stybarrow Dodd 34 Watson's Dodd 35 White Side Ridge routes 1 The Fairfield Horseshoe 2 The Helvellyn Ridge 3 The Dodds (through-route) 4 The Deepdale Round More to explore Useful contacts A fellranger's glossary The Lake District fells

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Book SynopsisThis two-volume guidebook provides detailed coverage of the iconic Cuillin Ridge, a 12km traverse on the Isle of Skye. Over two volumes, this guide covers everything needed to prepare for and complete a successful traverse over this spectacular ridge. Showcasing the main traverse and the other classic scrambles in the area, both volumes feature official Harvey mapping, numbered topos and corresponding detailed route description. The first volume provides notes on training, gear and logistics, alongside 10 classic scrambles that can be used as practice routes for the traverse of the whole ridge. This volume also includes in-depth route description and advice for completing the traverse in winter. The second volume focuses on the traverse itself and is the perfect booklet to carry while attempting to complete this renowned scramble. Across ten sections, it explains step by step how to tackle the ridge, as well as providing easier climbing alternatives (Cuillin Ridge Light) for the harder climbing sections. The ridge can be completed in one or two days, either as TRIAD (the ridge in a day) or CREST (Cuillin Ridge Expedition Style Traverse). The first volume provides advice about which approach to choose, as well as a list of bivi sites on the Ridge for those who choose the CREST option. By also providing an appendix of further reading and useful webcams, this guide offers everything needed to get inspired and get out on the Cuillin Ridge.

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Book SynopsisGuide to 106 scrambling routes in the south of the English Lake District, covering Langdale, Coniston, Eskdale, Patterdale & High Street. A comprehensive collection of scrambles on crags and gills, which are linked together to form 24 first-class mountain days. The carefully graded routes range from scrambling grade 1 to climbing grade V Diff, so there is something for beginners as well as veteran mountaineers. Rock climbing equipment is needed for more difficult routes. Each scramble is clearly described with notes about grade, quality, aspect and approach, with colour maps and topos to aid navigation. There is information on safety and equipment, and listings of scrambles by location and grade allow the reader to assemble their own tailor-made combination of routes. The Lake District is one of the most scenic areas in the world and this guide offers new routes in previously unexplored corners of the region alongside popular classics such as Jack's Rake, Esk Gorge and Pinnacle Ridge, as well as dramatic gills like Dungeon and Linkcove Gill. 10 classic rock climbs are also presented including Giant's Crawl, Middlefell Buttress and Crescent Climb.Table of ContentsOverview map Map key Foreword Preface Summary of routes and scrambles Introduction The origins of scrambling What is scrambling? Dangers and how to avoid them Lake District crag scrambling Gill scrambling Descending scrambles Bad weather scrambling Scrambling with children Solo scrambling Equipment Using this guide South eastern fells Route 1 Grisedale: Eagle Crag and St Sunday Crag Route 2 Dovedale and Deepdale round via Hogget Gill and Hutaple Crag Route 3 Deepdale round via Link Cove Gill and Gill Crag Route 4 High Street tour via Angle Tarn Beck, Gray Crag and Blea Water Crag Route 5 Haweswater, Mosedale and Sleddale gills Langdale Route 6 Easedale and Scale Close gills Route 7 Harrison Stickle via Raven Crag or Middlefell Buttress, and Tarn Crag Route 8 Pavey Ark via White Gill Edge, Crescent Climb and Gwynne's Chimney Route 9 Pavey Ark via Stickle Ghyll and Jack's Rake Route 10 Harrison Stickle via Dungeon Ghyll Route 11 Pike of Stickle via White Crag and Merlin Slab Route 12 Pike of Stickle via Stake Gill Route 13 Crinkle Crags via Crinkle Gill and Bowfell Links Route 14 Browney Gill and Black Wars Route 15 Upper Eskdale via Hell Gill Coniston Fells Route 16 Great How via Church Beck and Levers Water Route 17 The Bell, Low Water Beck, Brim Fell slabs and Raven Tor Route 18 Dow Crag buttresses Route 19 Seathwaite Tarn crags Eskdale Route 20 Eskdale Needle and Harter Fell Route 21 Low Birker Force, Crook Crag, Green Crag and Brandy Crag Route 22 Scafell's southern crags Route 23 The Scafells via Esk Gorge, Cam Spout and the Eskdale slabs Route 24 Scafell Pike via Lingcove Beck and Thor's Buttress Appendix A Summary of scrambles in grade order Appendix B Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 4 short treks and 21 day walks in Hong Kong. Included are the Hong Kong Trail, the Lantau Trail, the MacLehose Trail and the Wilson Trail, along with day walks covering Hong Kong, Kowloon, the New Territories and the islands. The hiking is graded from easy to challenging, with the walks offering options at all grades and the trek stages mostly categorised as difficult or challenging. With the exception of the 3-day Hong Kong Trail, each trek is presented in 5 days. The day walks range from 5 to 23km (3–14 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–7 hours. 1:50,000 mapping included for each trek stage and day walk GPX files available for download Elevation profiles for each of the treks Detailed information on accessing the routes via Hong Kong’s excellent public transport network Geology, history, culture, plants and wildlife Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary tables Preface Introduction About Hong Kong Geology Wildlife Plants and flowers History Religion Getting there Getting around Weather and when to go Accommodation Language Money Mobile phones and internet Tips on walking in Hong Kong What to take Water Waymarking Maps and GPS Health and safety Emergencies Using this guide Long-distance trails Trek 1 Hong Kong Trail Trek 2 Lantau Trail Trek 3 MacLehose Trail Trek 4 Wilson Trail Day walks Walk 1 Big Knife Mountain Walk 2 Tai Lam Chung Reservoir Circuit Walk 3 Yuen Tsuen Ancient Trail Walk 4 Ben Nevis Walk 5 Tung Ping Chau Walk 6 Hanging Lantern and the ghost villages Walk 7 Wong Leng and Bride's Pool Walk 8 Plover Cove Reservoir Country Trail Walk 9 Tai Po Kau Nature Reserve Walk 10 Lion Rock and the walk of many hills Walk 11 Tai Tan and Cheung Sheung Country Trails Walk 12 Ma On Shan Country Park Walk 13 Ko Lau Wan to Sharp Peak Walk 14 High Junk Peak Walk 15 Chi Ma Wan Country Trail (extended version) Walk 16 Cheung Chau Walk 17 Violet Hill Walk 18 Tung Lung Chau Walk 19 Mount Stenhouse, Lamma Island Walk 20 From pier to pier, Lamma Island Walk 21 Po Toi Island Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B Language and glossary

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Book SynopsisGuide to the John o' Groats Trail, a 233km walking route linking Inverness with John o' Groats on the northeast tip of mainland Britain. Much of the walking is coastal, with the northern half characterised by its spectacular seacliffs; however, there is some inland walking too, and the scenery is varied, ranging from dunes and deserted sandy beaches to beautiful woodland. With rough ground and some exposed clifftop walking, the route is suited to experienced hikers. It takes around a fortnight to complete. The route is described in 14 stages, each of which includes: an overview map; step-by-step route description illustrated with custom mapping; details of accommodation, facilities and transport links; and information on local points of interest. While the main route description is from south to north, notes are supplied for southbound walkers. Also included is a bonus route linking the trail with the Great Glen, for the benefit of walkers undertaking the Land's End to John o' Groats challenge. There is a wealth of information to help you plan for the John o' Groats Trail, including advice on transport, weather, hazards and kit, and background notes on geology and wildlife. This challenging route crosses a part of the country that not many walkers are familiar with. There are plentiful opportunities to spot wildlife and seabirds, with grey seals, common seals and ospreys a common sight. There are ruined medieval castles on the cliff edges, as well as many sea arches and stacks. John o' Groats is renowned as mainland Britain's most northeasterly village and the John o' Groats Trail offers a chance to experience this fascinating and beautiful corner of the country.Table of ContentsOverview map Key to stage overview maps Key to stage maps Route summary table Introduction The terrain in more detail The hazards of the Trail Transport links Access considerations Accommodation Equipment Wildlife Climate and day length Geology Using this guide The John o' Groats Trail Stage 1 Inverness to Culbokie Stage 2 Culbokie to Alness Stage 3 Alness to Tain Stage 4 Tain to Dornoch Stage 5 Dornoch to Golspie Stage 6 Golspie to Brora Stage 7 Brora to Helmsdale Stage 8 Helmsdale to Berriedale Stage 9 Berriedale to Dunbeath Stage 10 Dunbeath to Lybster Stage 11 Lybster to Whaligoe Stage 12 Whaligoe to Wick Stage 13 Wick to Keiss Stage 14 Keiss to John o' Groats Bonus tracks Stage A1 Drumnadrochit to Beauly Stage A2 Beauly to Dingwall Stage A3 Dingwall to Alness Appendix A Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisWith spectacular mountain landscapes, beautiful rugged coast, forests, maquis and striking river gorges, Corsica is a walker's paradise. This guidebook details five of the islands's most popular shorter treks: the 2-day coastal Sentier du Douanier (Customs Officer's Path) around Cap Corse; two coast-to-coast routes through the central mountains, the 11-day Mare a Mare Nord and the 5-day Mare a Mare Sud; and two 'coast and mountains' routes, the 10-day Mare e Monti and the 5-day Mare e Monti Sud. (Corsica's famous 190km GR20 trail is described in a separate Cicerone guide.) The routes can be linked to create longer excursions and accommodation is provided by a mixture of walkers' hostels, B&Bs and hotels; camping is also an option. The guide presents each of the waymarked trails in daily stages averaging around 12-13km per day, with route description, mapping and notes on accommodation options. There is advice on how to get to Corsica, when to go and what to take, plus accommodation listings, useful contacts and a French/Corsican-English glossary. The guide also offers a wealth of information about the island's rich plant and wildlife. Considerably easier than the challenging GR20, these trails offer a more accessible option for trekkers wishing to experience the 'real' Corsica, away from the bustling coastal resorts. You'll find enchanting scenery - towering forests, gushing cascades, turquoise coves, aromatic maquis, rugged mountains and quiet villages nestling on hillsides of chestnut woods - not to mention a favourable climate and delicious local cuisine. Don't be surprised if you fall under the island's spell!Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Introduction The treks Corsica Plant life Wildlife When to go Getting to Corsica Local transport Accommodation Food and drink What to take Waymarking and maps Emergencies Using this guide The treks Trek 1 Sentier du Douanier: Cap Corse Trek 2 Mare e Monti: Calenzana to Carg#xe8;se Trek 3 Mare a Mare Nord: Carg#xe8;se to Moriani Plage Trek 4 Mare a Mare Sud: Porto-Vecchio to Burgu Trek 5 Mare e Monti Sud: Burgu to Porticcio Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B Accommodation Appendix C Glossary of French and Corsican terms Appendix D Further reading

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 45 circular walks in Bannau Brycheiniog (the Brecon Beacons) National Park. From straightforward, low-level walks to long mountainous routes with strenuous ascents there’s something for walkers of all levels of fitness and experience.The walks range in length from 4–24km (3–15 miles) and cover Mynydd Du, Fforest Fawr and The Black Mountains. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk GPX files available to download All walks have been assigned a difficulty grade allowing easy walk selection Easy access from Llandovery, Abergavenny and Hay-on-Wye Highlights include an ascent of Pen y Fan Table of ContentsOverview map Map key Introduction Geology of the Brecon Beacons Changing woodland Human impact Birdlife Getting to and staying in the national park A solitary guided walk? Using this guide 1 North-eastern valleys and ridges Walk 1 Corn Du and Pen y Fan via Cwm Llwch Walk 2 Pen y Fan via Cwm Sere Walk 3 Cribyn via Cwm Sere Walk 4 Cwm Sere ridge ascending Cribyn and Pen y Fan Walk 5 Cribyn via Cwm Cynwyn Walk 6 Fan y Big via Cwm Cynwyn Walk 7 Cwm Cynwyn ridge ascending Fan y Big and Cribyn Walk 8 Fan y Big via Cwm Oergwm Walk 9 Cwm Oergwm and Gist Wen Walk 10 Cwm Oergwm ridge ascending Fan y Big Walk 11 Cwm Oergwm Valley 2 Eastern valleys and ridges Walk 12 Bryn Walk 13 Cwm Tarthwynni circuit Walk 14 Blaen-y-glyn and Allt Forgan Walk 15 Blaen-y-glyn and Craig y Fan Ddu Walk 16 Torpantau circuit 3 South-western valleys and ridges Walk 17 Neuadd Horseshoe: Corn Du, Pen y Fan and Cribyn Walk 18 Cwm Llysiog and Waun Wen Walk 19 Corn Du and Pen y Fan via Cwm Crew Walk 20 Corn Du and Pen y Fan from Pont ar Daf 4 Fforest Fawr Walk 21 Craig Cerrig-gleisiad Walk 22 Fan Fawr Walk 23 Craig Cwm-du and Fan Frynych Walk 24 Fan Frynych, Fan Dringarth and Fan Llia Walk 25 Fan Gyhirych and Fan Nedd 5 Waterfall Country Walk 26 Elidir Trail: Sgwd Gwladus and Sgwd Ddwli waterfalls Walk 27 Waterfall walk Walk 28 Sgwd yr Eira Walk 29 Ystradfellte Falls Walk 30 Afon Nedd and Afon Mellte 6 The Black Mountain (Mynydd Du) Walk 31 Carmarthen Fans and glacial cwms Walk 32 Tair Carn Isaf via Cwm Pedol Walk 33 Sinc Giedd and Carmarthen Fans Walk 34 Afon Twrch Walk 35 Henrhyd Falls and River Tawe Walk 36 Garreg Las via Cwm Sawdde Walk 37 Cribarth Walk 38 Carmarthen Fans via Cwm Giedd Walk 39 Carreg Cennen 7 The Black Mountains (Y Mynyddoedd Duon) Walk 40 Pen Cerrig-calch and Table Mountain Walk 41 Craig y Cilau Walk 42 Crug Mawr and Sugar Loaf Walk 43 Llanthony Priory, Offa's Dyke and Bal Mawr Walk 44 Lord Hereford's Knob Walk 45 Castell Dinas and Waun Fach Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Routes by interest Appendix C Brief Welsh-English glossary Appendix D Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 39 day walks exploring Dartmoor, plus a 2-day Ten Tors challenge. Exploring the dramatic scenery of Devon’s national park there are walks suitable for all abilities, from low-level shorter walks to higher level more strenuous and demanding routes. The day walks, all easily accessible from Ivybridge, Tavistock and Okehampton, range from 7–13km (4–21 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–6 hours. The Ten Tors route is a longer more challenging walk that takes 2 days and covers 58km (36 miles). 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket GPX files available to download Refreshment and public transport options are given for each walk Information given on local geology and wildlife Table of ContentsMap key Route summary table Introduction Geology and landscape Habitats and wildlife A brief history When to walk and equipment Getting to and staying in Dartmoor Bases Maps and GPS Safety Waymarking and access Using this guide North-east Walk 1 Drewsteignton and Fingle Bridge Walk 2 Chagford and Meldon Hill Walk 3 Moretonhampstead and Mardon Down Walk 4 Trenchford and Tottiford Reservoirs and Christow Walk 5 North Bovey and Easdon Tor Walk 6 Challacombe, Grimspound and Water Hill Walk 7 Lustleigh Cleave, Hunter's Tor and River Bovey Walk 8 Widecombe in the Moor, Hamel Down and Bowerman's Nose Walk 9 Hound Tor and Haytor Rocks Walk 10 Buckland Beacon and Rippon Tor South-east Walk 11 The stepping stones walk Walk 12 Dartmeet figure-of-eight Walk 13 Dart Valley via Bench Tor and Sharp Tor Walk 14 Ryder's Hill and Snowdon Walk 15 River Avon and Eastern White Barrow Walk 16 Old tramways and Three Barrows Walk 17 Butterdon Hill, Ugborough Beacon and Sharp Tor Walk 18 Erme Valley and Stalldown Barrow South-west Walk 19 River Plym and Dewerstone Rock Walk 20 Drizzlecombe and Gutter Tor Walk 21 Burrator Reservoir, Meavy and Sheeps Tor Walk 22 Down Tor, Nun's Cross and Fox Tor Walk 23 Leeden Tor, Sharpitor and Leather Tor Walk 24 Devonport Leat and Black Tor Walk 25 Great Mis Tor and Lich Way Walk 26 Longaford Tor, Rough Tor and Beardown Tors Walk 27 Foggintor, King's Tor and Merrivale Walk 28 Cox Tor, Great Staple Tor and Pew Tor North-west Walk 29 Peter Tavy and White Tor Walk 30 Postbridge and Bellever Tor Walk 31 Postbridge to Fur Tor Walk 32 Fernworthy Reservoir, Grey Wethers and Watern Tor Walk 33 Fernworthy Reservoir, Scorhill and Kestor Rock Walk 34 Willsworthy, Tavy Cleave and Hare Tor Walk 35 Great Links Tor and Widgery Cross Walk 36 High Willhays via Yes Tor and Black-a-Tor Copse Walk 37 Belstone, Cullever Steps and West Mill Tor Walk 38 Steeperton Tor, Hangingstone Hill and Oke Tor Walk 39 Cosdon Hill and Belstone Cleave Ten Tors Walk 40 Ten Tors two days Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B Glossary Appendix C Further reading

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Book SynopsisThis guidebook presents the Dartmoor Way, a 175km (109 mile) walk around Dartmoor National Park in Devon. Walked in 10 day-long stages between 12.75 and 20.5km (8 and 12.75 miles) in length, this waymarked route skirts the edge of England's largest granite moorland, passing through towns including Ivybridge, Ashburton, Okehampton and Tavistock. Also included is the 2-day High Moor Link, which crosses the moor's higher ground. With 1:50,000 scale OS maps for each stage, the book includes notes on nature, history and local landmarks such as Haytor Rocks, the Teign gorge and Dewerstone crags. Taking in ancient paths, tracks and quiet lanes, the route is mostly at low level and is suitable for most walkers, although some stages involve short, steep climbs and descents. Accommodation, parking and public transport are covered, allowing walkers to choose whether to tackle the route in one go or as individual day walks. Each stage includes low-level detours in case of bad weather, as well as details of walking the route in reverse, giving readers flexibility over direction of travel. Further options include creating shorter loops joined by the High Moor Link, or walking the entire circular route in 7 days.

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Book SynopsisThis guidebook offers all the information walkers need to enjoy the 344km (215 miles) of the Severn Way. Beginning at the River Severn's source in Powys, mid-Wales, the route follows the entire Severn Valley, meandering through many superb landscapes and interesting towns and villages before finishing near Bristol, in south-west England. The step-by-step route description is divided into four county sections, accompanied by OS map extracts and packed with historical and geographical information about the places along the way. Also includes a route to the source of the river via Plynlimon and a link route from Severn Beach back to Bristol at the end. The River Severn pulls together threads of history, trade, commerce, civil war and the lives of ordinary folk to produce a tapestry that is finely woven and rich in colour. That walkers should want to trace its course, its many twists and turns, is hardly surprising, not least because of its capacity to offer countless challenges and plentiful delights. Walking the Severn Way is a chance to get away from it all and relax without having to resort to distant mountain regions.

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Book SynopsisA walking guide to climbing the 254 summits in England which reach the height of 2000ft (Nuttalls) in a series of 60 walks. The summits that achieve this height (and rise above their surroundings by at least 50ft) are described by region, from the Lake District to the Chevoits, on to the North Pennines and Yorkshire Dales, and finally to the Peak District and Dartmoor. They include some of England's most famous peaks, such as Blencathra, Great Gable and Coniston Old Man in the Lake District, and Kinder Scout in the Peak District, but also some with no name on the OS maps. All these ascents take the walker into some of the most beautiful hillwalking areas of England and provide a lifetime's challenge and enjoyment.Table of ContentsIntroduction Notes Selection of the Tops Maps Access 1 Lake District - The Northern Fells 2 Lake District - The North Western Fells 3 Lake District - The Western Fells 4 Lake District - The Central Fells 5 Lake District - The Southern Fells 6 Lake District - The Eastern Fells 7 Lake District - The Far Eastern Fells 8 The Cheviots 9 North Pennines - The Western Fells 10 North Pennines - The Eastern Fells 11 Yorkshire Dales - The Northern Fells 12 Yorkshire Dales - The Southern Fells 13 The Peak District and Dartmoor Deleted Tops Alphabetical index of Tops

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to walking 190 Nuttall 2000ft mountains in Wales in 49 routes. Summits split into: Carneddau, Glyders, Snowdon, Moel Hebog, Moelwyns, Arenigs, Berwyns, Arans, Rhinogs, Cadair Idris, central Wales, Black Mountains, Brecon Beacons. New edition with definitive lists, detailed route descriptions, maps and drawings of Wales' highest peaks includes three newly-confirmed summits and full updates of all routes, including current details of maps required, parking and services available at the start of routes.Table of ContentsIntroduction Notes Selection of the Tops Maps Access Notes on Edition 2 1. The Carneddau 2. The Glyders 3. Snowdon 4. Moel Hebog 5. The Moelwyns 6. The Arenigs 7. The Berwyns 8. The Arans 9. The Rhinogs 10. Cadair Idris 11. Central Wales 12. The Black Mountains 13. The Brecon Beacons Deleted Tops Alphabetical index of Tops

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 30 day walks in Cumbria’s Eden Valley. Exploring the varied landscapes between the Eden’s source in the upland Yorkshire Dales and its mouth at the Solway salt marshes, there are walks suitable for all abilities that can be enjoyed year-round.The walks are circular, except for two linear routes that follow the line of the Settle–Carlisle railway, range from 6–20km (4–12 miles) in length and take between 3 and 8 hours to complete. They are ordered from south to north, going with the flow of the River Eden. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk GPX files available to download Detailed information on terrain, refreshments and public transport for each walk Local points of interest are featured including Pendragon Castle, Smardale Gill, Cross Fell Easy access from Kirkby Stephen, Appleby, Penrith and Carlisle Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction The Eden Valley Geology Wildlife and habitats History Weather Where to stay Getting around Waymarking and access Dogs Maps Clothing, equipment and safety Using this guide Walks Walk 1 Wild Boar Fell Walk 2 Mallerstang Edge and High Seat Walk 3 Nine Standards Walk 4 Smardale Fell and Ash Fell Edge Walk 5 Crosby Garrett Fell and Smardale Gill Walk 6 The Infant Eden and Pendragon Castle Walk 7 Kirkby Stephen to Appleby Walk 8 Great Asby Scar Walk 9 Potts Valley and the Orton Fells Walk 10 Crosby Ravensworth Fell Walk 11 Knipescar Common and River Lowther Walk 12 River Lyvennet at King's Meaburn Walk 13 Rutter Force and Hoff Beck Walk 14 High Cup and Scordale Walk 15 Murton Pike Walk 16 Flakebridge Wood and Dufton Ghyll Walk 17 Dufton Pike Walk 18 High Cup via Great Rundale Walk 19 Cross Fell Walk 20 Long Meg and Her Daughters Walk 21 Melmerby Fell Walk 22 Kirkoswald and Raven Beck Walk 23 Armathwaite and Coombs Wood Walk 24 Croglin and Newbiggin Walk 25 Wetheral Walk 26 Talkin Fell and Simmerson Hill Walk 27 Talkin Tarn and the Gelt Walk 28 Quarry Beck and Ridgewood Walk 29 Burgh Marsh Walk 30 Campfield Marsh and Bowness Common Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisThis guidebook presents four specially devised treks in the mountains of Greece, showcasing its beautiful scenery, rich flora and cultural interest. The Peloponnese Way crosses the Peloponnese peninsula from Dhiakoftó in the north to Pantazí beach in the south, via Trípoli. Taking in alpine meadows, a dramatic gorge and forest-clad slopes, the 220km route can be walked in around a fortnight. The 460km Pindos Way is a south-north traverse of Greece's mountain backbone, and can be walked in a month, or split into sections of around a week. With remote terrain, navigational challenge and fewer facilities on route, it is the toughest of the four treks but offers a unique chance to experience both the country's wilderness and traditional mountain life. A shorter 80km Zagóri trek can be enjoyed in its own right or incorporated into the Pindos Way, and the final route explores Mt Olympus, home of the ancient gods of Greek myth and the highest mountain in Greece. With clear mapping alongside detailed route description for each stage of the treks, as well as background information about the region and a Greek-English glossary.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Foreword to 2018 edition Introduction Traditional mountain life A little history Flowers and wildlife Navigation and maps Sleeping and eating Dogs Getting on with people Weather and when to go What to take Emergency services Access to the mountains Using this guide Part 1 The Peloponnese Way Section 1 Dhiakoftó to Trípoli Stage 1 Dhiakoftó to M#xe9;ga Spílio monastery Stage 2 M#xe9;ga Spílio monastery to Áno Lousí Stage 3 Áno Lousí to Tourl#xe1;dha Stage 4 Near Tourl#xe1;dha to Dh#xe1;ra Stage 5 Nimfasía to Vitína Stage 6 Vitína to Kardhar#xe1;s or K#xe1;psia Stage 7 Kardhar#xe1;s or K#xe1;psia to Trípoli Section 2 Trípoli to Pantazí beach Stage 8 Psilí Vrísi to Áyios P#xe9;tros Stage 9 Malevís convent to Vamvakoú Stage 10 Vamvakoú to Paleogoul#xe1;s Stage 11 Mistr#xe1;s to Anavrití Stage 12 Anavrití to Taïgetos mountain refuge Stage 13 Taïgetos mountain refuge to Árna Stage 14 Árna to Pantazí beach Part 2 The Píndos Way Section 1 Ámfissa to Karpenísi Stage 1 Ámfissa to Víniani and Rek#xe1; ravine Stage 2 Mt Ghióna: Víniani to L#xe1;ka Karvoúni refuge Stage 3 L#xe1;ka Karvoúni refuge to Siki#xe1; Stage 4 Siki#xe1; to Athan#xe1;sios Dhi#xe1;kos/Áno Mousounítsa Stage 5 Mt Vardhoúsia: Athan#xe1;sios Dhi#xe1;kos/Áno Mousounítsa to Yiourt#xe1;ki sheepfold Stage 6 Yiourt#xe1;ki sheepfold to Mt Oxi#xe1;/Sar#xe1;dena refuge Stage 7 Mt Oxi#xe1;/Sar#xe1;dena refuge to Kok#xe1;lia obelisk/R#xe1;khes Timfristoú Stage 8 Kok#xe1;lia obelisk/R#xe1;khes Timfristoú to Karpenísi Section 2 Karpenísi to Mesokhóra Stage 9 Karpenísi to Kerasokhóri Stage 10 Kerasokhóri to Varvari#xe1;dha Stage 11 Varvari#xe1;dha to Epinian#xe1; Stage 12 Epinian#xe1; to Spili#xe1; monastery Stage 13 Spili#xe1; monastery to Petrotó Stage 14 Petrotó to Kalí Kómi Stage 15 Kalí Kómi to Moskhófito Stage 15A Kalí Kómi to Mirófilo Stage 16 Moskhófito to Mesokhóra Stage 16A Mirófilo to Mesokhóra Section 3 Mesokhóra to M#xe9;tsovo Stage 17 Mesokhóra to Gardhíki or Athamanía Stage 18 Gardhíki or Athamanía to Matsoúki Stage 19 Matsoúki to Kalarítes Stage 20 Kalarítes to Khalíki Stage 20A Kalarítes to Khalíki ridge route Stage 21 Khalíki to M#xe9;tsovo Section 4 M#xe9;tsovo to the Albanian border Stage 22 M#xe9;tsovo to V#xe1;lia K#xe1;lda Stage 23 V#xe1;lia K#xe1;lda to Vovoúsa Stage 24 Vovoúsa to Dhístrato Stage 24A Link: Vovoúsa to Skamn#xe9;li Stage 25 Dhístrato to Samarína Stage 25A Dhístrato to Palios#xe9;li Stage 26 Samarína to Dhrakólimni Stage 26A Palios#xe9;li to Dhrakólimni Stage 27 Dhrakólimni to Ayía Paraskeví/Ker#xe1;sovo Stage 28 Ayía Paraskeví/Ker#xe1;sovo to Kefalokhóri Stage 29 Kefalokhóri to Aetomilítsa/D#xe9;nsko Stage 30 Aetomilítsa/D#xe9;nsko to Mt Gr#xe1;mos summit Part 3 Zagóri and Mt Gamíla Stage 1 Tsep#xe9;lovo to Kípi via Kap#xe9;sovo and Koukoúli Stage 1A Tsep#xe9;lovo to Kípi via Khadzíou bridge Stage 2 Kípi to Monodh#xe9;ndhri Stage 3 Monodh#xe9;ndhri to P#xe1;pingo via Víkos gorge Stage 4 P#xe1;pingo to Astr#xe1;ka refuge Stage 5 Astr#xe1;ka refuge to Tsep#xe9;lovo or Kap#xe9;sovo Stage 5A Astr#xe1;ka refuge to Kónitsa Stage 6 Skamn#xe9;li to Kónitsa Part 4 Mt Olympus Stage 1 Priónia to Spílios Agapitós/Refuge A Stage 2 Spílios Agapitós/Refuge A to Mítikas and Yiósos Apostolídhis/Refuge B Stage 3 Yiósos Apostolídhis/Refuge B to Priónia Stage 4 Priónia to Litókhoro Appendix A Route summary tables Appendix B Glossary Appendix C Further reading Appendix D Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisWith his sixtieth birthday looming, Colin Renton decides that it’s time to escape office life and focus on achieving some of his unfulfilled goals. He embarks on a year-long adventure that takes him from the busy streets of Edinburgh to the traffic-free roads, sodden fields and dusty paths of Europe’s winemaking regions. He laces up his running shoes and joins thousands of fellow athletes in races that test him over various distances, degrees of difficulty and levels of seriousness. His schedule, which culminates with a marathon debut, takes him to places he would otherwise not have visited. On his travels, he seeks out local wines that deserve a place in a carefully chosen twelve-bottle case, a process that throws up some fascinating insights and introduces him to a vintage crop of engaging characters. The crossover between running and wine uncorks a tale of endurance, curiosity and discovery, told in an accessible style and served up with a splash of local colour and a drop of wry humour. 'As midlife crises go, enthusiastic oenophile and runner Colin Renton's is one of the quirkiest and most enjoyable imaginable' - Richard Bath, Scottish FieldTrade Review'As midlife crises go, enthusiastic oenophile and runner Colin Renton's is one of the quirkiest and most enjoyable imaginable . . . unexpected and endearing, this is a travelogue with a difference, but it's all the better for that' -- Richard Bath * Scottish Field *'Quirky, original, and pleasantly intoxicating' -- Hugh MacDonald'A vintage performance. Like running and wine? Follow in the footsteps of Colin Renton and become a wine runner' * The Scotsman *'Imagine the amazing antioxidant benefits of combining your love for running with your love for drinking wine' * Ultrarunner Magazine *'An original, witty and thoroughly engaging tale' * The New European *

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Book SynopsisBikepacking England by Emma Kingston contains 20 great multi-day mountain bike adventures across England.Explore ancient holloways and hunt for fossils in Bridport and the Jurassic Coast, tackle the stiff climbs and spectacular singletrack of the Dark Peak, discover stunning coastal scenery on the Isle of Man or Exmoor or traverse the rolling countryside around the Ridgeway and Chilterns – every corner of England has a different experience to offer.Each route includes all the information you need to help you plan your ride, points of interest along the route, food recommendations and accommodation options, in addition to stunning photography and overview mapping. Downloadable GPX files of the routes are also available, including optional routes and shortcuts. This book is full of practical tips and advice for both experienced bikepackers and those who want to try it out for the first time, including lots of information on wild camping.Let Bikepacking England inspire you to get out there on your bike with your tent and enjoy the best bikepacking adventures that England has to offer.Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsBikepackingThe routesPlanning your bikepacking tripWild campingHow to use this bookSafetySection 1: South West England01 Dartmoor National Park02 Exmoor National Park03 Bridport and the Jurassic Coast04 Isle of Purbeck05 Mendip Hills and Weston-super-Mare06 Bristol and ClevedonSection 2: South East England07 Isle of Wight08 Winchester and the South Downs09 The Ridgeway and Chilterns10 Surrey HillsSection 3: The Midlands11 Cotswolds12 Long Mynd and the Stiperstones13 Dark Peak14 White Peak and the Eastern MoorsSection 4: Northern England15 Isle of Man16 Windermere, Lake District17 Yorkshire Three Peaks, Yorkshire Dales18 Swaledale and Wensleydale, Yorkshire Dales19 North York Moors20 Northumberland and the Cheviot Hills

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 30 walks in Austria’s Salzkammergut, a region of lakes and mountains near Salzburg. With the majority of routes graded easy to moderate, there are plenty of options to suit less experienced walkers and families, and most can be accessed by public transport. Walks range from 5 to 20km (3–12 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–9 hours. They are divided between four geographical areas, including the ever-popular Dachstein. Clear route description illustrated with 1:50,000 mapping GPX files available for download Refreshment and public transport information for each walk Accommodation options, public transport and sites of interest for each of the geographical sections, plus notes on the ‘gateway’ cities of Salzburg and Linz History, geology, plants and wildlife Table of ContentsOverview map Location of walks map Map key Introduction Geography and geology Climate Wildlife and plants History Getting to Austria Getting around by public transport Accommodation Food Language Money Phones Maps Waymarking Hiking with kids Longer routes Low impact hiking Safety and emergencies Using this guide Fuschlsee, Wolfgangsee and Mondsee Walk 1 Fuschlsee circuit Walk 2 Ellmaustein from Fuschl am See Walk 3 Filbling from Fuschl am See Walk 4 Plombergstein from St Gilgen Walk 5 Zwölferhorn Walk 6 St Wolfgang to St Gilgen via Falkenstein Walk 7 Schafberg to Fürberg and St Gilgen Walk 8 Almkogel and Eibensee from St Lorenz Traunsee to Bad Ischl Walk 9 Grünberg and Laudachsee Walk 10 Vorderer and Hinterer Langbathsee Walk 11 Feuerkogel, Alberfeldkogel and Helmeskogel Walk 12 Grosser Höllkogel and Riederhütte Walk 13 Offensee to Rinnerhütte and Wildensee Walk 14 Katrin (Seven Lakes View Trail) Walk 15 Ewige Wand Ausseerland - Altausseer See, Grundlsee and Totes Gebirge Walk 16 Altausseer See circuit Walk 17 Loser Walk 18 Trisselwand Walk 19 Tressenstein Walk 20 Grundlsee, Toplitzsee and Kammersee Walk 21 Drei Seen Blick Walk 22 Vorderer and Hinterer Lahngangsee and Pühringerhütte Dachstein, Hallstätter See and Gosausee Walk 23 Hallstätter See East Shore Trail Walk 24 Hallstatt to Weisberghaus and Gjaidalm via Echerntal Walk 25 Dachstein Nature Trail Walk 26 Taubenkogel from Gjaidalm Walk 27 Heilbronner Trail Walk 28 Vorderer Gosausee and Hinterer Gosausee Walk 29 Löckermoos Walk 30 Gosausee to Theodor-Körner Hütte Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Gateway cities: Salzburg and Linz Appendix C Further reading Appendix D English-German glossary Appendix E Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 38 walks and 4 short treks of 3-4 days in the stunning Picos de Europa mountains of northern Spain. The walks cover the areas of Cangas de Onís, Cabrales, Liébana, Valdeón and Sajambre and range from easy valley walks to ascents of the high peaks, so there is something to suit every ability. The walks range from 6 to 22km, and take between 3 to 8 hours. Four short treks of 3-4 days are also summarised in brief. 1:50,000 maps included for each walk GPX files available to download Detailed information on accommodation, facilities and public transport Highlights include the Covadonga lakes and the Cares Gorge Information given on local geology and wildlife

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