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Book SynopsisRevised reprint 2019Scotland Mountain Biking – The Wild Trails features 24 of the best and more adventurous mountain bike rides in Scotland. The routes range from 6.5 to 290 kilometres in length, and are suitable for all levels of mountain bikers. Split into three sections, Southern & Central Scotland, North-West Scotland & Highlands, and North-East Scotland & Cairngorms, this book includes challenging mountain passes, magical woodland singletrack, Munro peaks and idyllic spins past ancient lochs. The routes include a classic Torridon Circuit, Glen Sligachan on Skye, man-made and natural trails around the Minch Moor at Innerleithen, Munro Mount Keen, the end-to-end Corrieyairack Pass, and a big-mountain loop around Ben Alder. A Bonus Section includes the Fort William to Montrose Coast to Coast route.The book is written by Scottish mountain bike guide Phil McKane and includes stunning photography by Andy McCandlish. It features Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 maps; easy-to-follow directions; details of distance, times and difficulty; and refreshment stops and local knowledge.Reprinted in 2019 with updated mapping and revisions.Trade Review"Vertebrate Publishing has made a name for itself with a series of glossy, highly polished and well researched guidebooks to some of the UK's favourite riding spots." Mountain Bike Rider (MBR) Magazine "I'd say the best Mountain Bike Guide I've seen to date." Planetfear.com on Yorkshire Dales Mountain Biking - The South Dales"Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsHow to Use this BookAccess LawEstate ActivitiesWeather and TerrainMidgesBothiesGeneral SafetyIn the Event of an AccidentRules of the (Off) RoadPlanning Your RideMaps & SymbolsGaelic TranslationsSECTION 1 – Southern & Central ScotlandSouthern & Central Scotland IntroductionSouthern & Central Scotland Area Map & Route Finder1 The Pentland Hills, Edinburgh2 Mugdock Park, Glasgow3 Glen Finglas, The Trossachs4 Southern Upland Way & The Dempster Road5 The Minch Moor, Innerleithen6 Glen Kinglass, Bridge of Orchy7 Glentrool TourSECTION 2 – North West Scotland & HighlandsNorth West Scotland & Highlands IntroductionNorth West Scotland & Highlands Area Map & Route Finder8 Corrour & Loch Ossian9 Loch Affric Loop10 The Corrieyairack Pass11 The Ardverikie Estate12 Ben Alder13 Glen Sligachan, Isle of Skye14 Torridon Circuit15 West Highlands TourSECTION 3 – North East Scotland & CairngormsNorth East Scotland & Cairngorms IntroductionNorth East Scotland & Cairngorms Area Map & Route Finder16 Glen Feshie Singletrack17 The Burma Road18 Gleann Einich19 The Capel Mounth20 Ben Avon21 Glen Tilt22 Mount Keen23 Tour of the CairngormsSECTION 4 – BONUS SECTIONBonus Section Introduction24 Coast to Coast, Fort William to MontroseAPPENDIX

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Book SynopsisDay Walks in the South Pennines features 20 circular walks between 5 and 18 miles (8km and 29 km) in length, spread across West Yorkshire, Lancashire and Greater Manchester. Researched and written by knowledgeable and experienced author Paul Besley, the walks range from gentle rambles to more challenging day walks, all through striking and varied terrain.The routes are split into two geographical areas – Southern Walks, including routes around Dovestones, Ramsden Clough and Holmfirth; and Northern Walks, including routes around Hebden Bridge, Hardcastle Crags and Ilkley Moor.Together with stunning photography, each route features Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, details of distance and navigation information, and refreshment stops and local information.

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Book SynopsisThis guide presents the Pyrenean Haute Route in 44 day stages, which are divided between five sections: since each section starts and finishes at a location accessible by public transport, they can be walked individually if you don't have a spare month-and-a-half for a complete thru-hike. Although the route offers excellent opportunities for wild camping, each stage finishes at a mountain hut or village, meaning that you can sleep under a roof every night if you prefer. Clear route description is accompanied by 1:100,000 mapping. There are bad weather variants and alternatives to avoid the most technical sections, and the guide also includes optional ascents of 10 classic summits, including Vignemale, Pic du Taillon and the highest peak in the Pyrenees, Pico de Aneto. You'll also find helpful advice on travel to and from the route, equipment and safety. There are three main trekking routes across the Pyrenees from coast to coast: of these, the Pyrenean Haute Route (or HRP for Haute Route Pyrénéenne) is the most challenging - and arguably, the most spectacular. Unlike the GR10 and GR11, it is not waymarked and borders on mountaineering at times, sticking as closely as possible to the main ridge. It stretches 750km from the Atlantic resort of Hendaye to Banyuls-sur-Mer on the Mediterranean, crossing the French-Spanish border many times on its traverse. The hike calls for experience, navigational competence and self-reliance, but offers rich rewards as you pass through some of the most stunning landscapes the region has to offer. From the rolling green foothills of the Basque Country to High Pyrenean landscapes of aquamarine lakes nestled among 3000m peaks, the scenery is as varied as it is beautiful. Highlights include the karst terrain of Pic d'Anie, the Ossoue glacier, Lac de Mar in the picturesque Val d'Aran and the dramatic Cirque de Gavarnie with its towering cascade.Table of ContentsPreface Map key Overview map Route summary tables Introduction The route Geology Plants and wildlife Mountain weather When to go Getting there Accommodation and services Food, drink and fuel What to take Maps Path conditions Insurance, mountain safety and rescue Using this guide Section 1: Hendaye to Lescun Day 1 Hendaye to Col de Lizuniaga Day 2 Col de Lizuniaga to Arizkun Day 3 Arizkun to Aldudes Day 4 Aldudes to Roncesvalles Day 5 Roncesvalles to Egurgui Day 6 Egurgui to Col Bagargui Day 7 Col Bagargui to Cabane d'Ardan#xe9; Day 8 Cabane d'Ardan#xe9; to Source de Marmitou Day 9 Source de Marmitou to Lescun Variant 1 From Refugi de Belagua to Lescun via La Pierre Saint-Martin Section 2: Lescun to Gavarnie Day 10 Lescun to Refuge d'Arlet Day 11 Refuge d'Arlet to Candanchu Day 12 Candanchu to Refuge de Pombie Day 13 Refuge de Pombie to Refuge de Larribet Day 14 Refuge de Larribet to Refuge Wallon Variant 2 Refuge d'Arr#xe9;moulit to Refuge Wallon Summit 1 Grande Fache (3005m) from Refuge Wallon Day 15 Refuge Wallon to Refuge de Bayssellance Summit 2 Vignemale (3298m) from Refuge de Bayssellance Day 16 Refuge de Bayssellance to Gavarnie Summit 3 Le Taillon (3144m) from Gavarnie Section 3: Gavarnie to Salardú Day 17 Gavarnie to H#xe9;as Summit 4 Pim#xe9;n#xe9; (2801m) from Refuge des Espuguettes Day 18 H#xe9;as to Parz#xe1;n Variant 3 Parz#xe1;n via the high route to Hourquette de H#xe9;as Day 19 Parz#xe1;n to Refugio de Viados Day 20 Refugio de Viados to Refuge de la Soula Day 21 Refuge de la Soula to Refuge du Portillon Day 22 Refuge du Portillon to Refugio de la Renclusa Summit 5 Pic Perdigu#xe8;re (3222m) from Portal de Remune Summit 6 Pico de Aneto (3404m) from Refugio de la Renclusa Day 23 Refugio de la Renclusa to Hospital de Vielha Day 24 Hospital de Vielha to Refugi de la Restanca Day 25 Refugi de la Restanca to Salardú Summit 7 Montardo d'Aran (2826m) from the Coll de Crestada Variant 4 Three days on the GR11 from Refugio de Viados to 
Hospital de Vielha Section 4: Salardú to l'Hospitalet-pr#xe8;s-l'Andorre Day 26 Salardú to Refugi Gr#xe0;cia Airoto Day 27 Refugi Gr#xe0;cia Airoto to Alós d'Isil Day 28 Alós d'Isil to Refugi Enric Pujol Summit 8 Mont Roig (2868m) from Refugi Enric Pujol Day 29 Refugi Enric Pujol to Refugi de Certascan Variant 5 To Noarre via Tavascan Summit 9 Pic de Certascan (2853m) from Coll de Certascan Day 30 Refugi de Certascan to Refugi de Baborte/del Cinquantenari Day 31 Refugi de Baborte/del Cinquantenari to Étang de la Soucarrane Day 32 Étang de la Soucarrane to Refugi de Sorteny Day 33 Refugi de Sorteny to Refugi de Cabana Sorda Day 34 Refugi de Cabana Sorda to l'Hospitalet-pr#xe8;s-l'Andorre Section 5: L'Hospitalet-pr#xe8;s-l'Andorre to Banyuls-sur-Mer Day 35 L'Hospitalet-pr#xe8;s-l'Andorre to Refuge des B#xe9;sines Day 36 Refuge des B#xe9;sines to Refuge des Bouillouses Variant 6 GR10 to Refuge des Bouillouses Day 37 Refuge des Bouillouses to Eyne Day 38 Eyne to Refugi d'Ull de Ter Summit 10 Pic des Bastiments (2881m) Day 39 Refugi d'Ull de Ter to Refuge de Mariailles Day 40 Refuge de Mariailles to Refuge de Bat#xe8;re Variant 7 GR10 to Refuge des Cortalets Day 41 Refuge de Bat#xe8;re to Moulin de la Palette Day 42 Moulin de la Palette to Las Illas Day 43 Las Illas to Col de l'Ouillat Day 44 Col de l'Ouillat to Banyuls-sur-Mer Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B Glossary Appendix C Facilities table

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to the Swiss Via Alpina, a 400km (250 mile) trek east-to-west across Switzerland, from Sargans to Montreux on Lac Léman (Lake Geneva). Previously the Alpine Pass Route, the Via Alpina (VA) is a fully waymarked Swiss national trail that involves nearly 23,000m of ascent and descent over roughly 3 weeks of trekking – a serious challenge suitable for experienced trekkers. The main route is described in 19 stages of 12-29km (8-18 miles), as well as a 27km (17 mile) prologue stage from Liechtenstein and detour stages via Lenk and Gsteig. Comprehensive route description is accompanied by 1:100,000 mapping, route profiles, facilities listings and advice on safety, transport, accommodation and language. Crossing 16 Alpine passes, the VA showcases some of the Switzerland’s most breathtaking mountain landscapes, from flower-strewn meadows to snow-capped peaks including the majestic Todi, Titlis, Wetterhorn, Eiger, Jungfrau and Wildstrubel. Accommodation options range from mountain huts to hotels and inns, with camping available at licensed sites along the route.

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Book SynopsisThis guidebook details the 137 mile sea-to-sea / C2C cycle route. This much loved short cycle tour across northern England takes you from Whitehaven or Workington on the west coast to Tynemouth or Sunderland on the east across 3 days. The ride is suitable for all bike types (including e-bikes) with detailed on and off road alternatives routes given. The guide contains easy-to-use route descriptions accompanied by 1:100,000 maps and useful gradient profiles. Facilities are given for each stage of the ride and a useful accommodation guide is included in the appendices. The ride weaves through the Lake District National Park, northern Pennines and County Durham, providing a balance of challenge and reward as you climb through the mountain passes of Whinlatter, Hartside Top and Black Hill. This cycle tour is a 'must have' on on any cycle tourers ticklist.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map and profile Route summary tables Introduction Why choose the C2C? How tough is the ride? How many days? Where to start and where to end West to east or east to west? What kind of bicycle? Unsurfaced off-road options Getting there and back Where to stay Before setting off on your bike Equipment Carrying your gear What to wear Maps and apps Signage Using this guide The C2C Day 1 Whitehaven to Greystoke Day 1A Workington to Greystoke Day 2 Greystoke to Allenheads Day 3 Allenheads to Tynemouth Day 3A Allenheads to Sunderland Appendix A Accommodation Appendix B Bike shops and other useful contacts

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Book SynopsisExplore the National Parks with this handy pocket map.Handy little full colour map and guide of New Forest 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 New Forest National Park, and is the perfect companion for exploring this beautiful area of Southern England.Clear, detailed mappingKey park, tourist and travel informationIdeal for planning visits to the National ParkIndex to help locate and plan your trip

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Book SynopsisThe perfect companions for exploring the National Parks.Walking guide to the Peak District 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 Peak District National Park Pocket Map (ISBN: 9780008439217) are the perfect companions for exploring this superb walking area of England.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 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 25 Lakeland summits that can be climbed from the valleys of Wasdale, Eskdale and Ennerdale. Quieter and wilder than the eastern side of the national park, highlights include Great Gable, Pillar, Yewbarrow and Scafell, as well as England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike. Also included are 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 Buckbarrow 2 Caw Fell 3 Crag Fell 4 Eskdale Moor 5 Great End 6 Great Gable 7 Great How 8 Grike 9 Haycock 10 Illgill Head 11 Iron Crag 12 Kirk Fell 13 Lank Rigg 14 Lingmell 15 Middle Fell 16 Pillar 17 Red Pike 18 Scafell 19 Scafell Pike 20 Scoat Fell 21 Seatallan 22 Slight Side 23 Steeple 24 Whin Rigg 25 Yewbarrow Ridge routes 1 The Roof of England 2 The Mosedale Round 3 The Nether Beck Horseshoe 4 The Upper Ennerdale Round More to explore Useful contacts A fellranger's glossary The Lake District fells

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Book SynopsisExplore the National Parks with this handy pocket mapHandy little full colour map and guide of Broads National Park. Detailed mapping and visitor information to the National Park along with a selection of photographs. Map at a scale of 1:91,000 (1.45 miles to 1 inch or 0.91 km to 1cm).This small map with additional text and photographs gives a great overview of the Broads National Park, and is the perfect companion for exploring this beautiful area of Eastern 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 Broads Park Rangers Favourite Walks (ISBN: 9780008462727) are the perfect companions for exploring this superb walking area of East Anglia.

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Book SynopsisHandy little full colour map and guide of North York Moors National Park.Detailed mapping and visitor information to the National Park along with a selection of photographs. Map at a scale of 1:114 000 (1cm to 1.14km, 1.8 miles to 1 inch).This small map with additional text and photographs gives a great overview of the North York Moors National Park, and is the perfect companion for exploring this beautiful area of North Yorkshire.Clear, detailed mappingKey park, tourist and travel informationIdeal for planning visits to the National ParkIndex to help locate and plan your tripInformation on the Cleveland Way, the Moor to Sea Cycle Network, walks and places of interestDiscover more about the walking routes at this National Park with the North York Moors Park Rangers Favourite Walks (ISBN: 9780008462710).

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 35 day walks and a 5-day coast-to-coast route in Greece’s Cycladic islands. Exploring the varied scenery of Paros, Naxos, Amorgos and Santorini, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. Walks range from 4 to 16km (2–10 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–7 hours. The Naxos Strada coast-to-coast route is described in 5 stages covering 52km (32 miles). Anavasi maps are included for each walk GPX files available to download Detailed information on accommodation and ferries Refreshment and public transport options are given for each walk Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction History Geology Vegetation and wildflowers Animal life Climate When to go Travel to the islands Travel around the islands Accommodation Eating and drinking Shopping and services What to take Using this guide Paros Walk 1 Parikia town to Cape Fokas Walk 2 Northwest coast to Kolimbithres Walk 3 Northwest peninsula eco-park Walk 4 Naousa port, inland to marble mines Walk 5 West-coast hills to Parikia Walk 6 Lefkes village and Byzantine Way Walk 7 South from Lefkes to Dryos port Walk 8 Southwest coast: Piso Livadi to Dryos Walk 9 Angeria mountain circular Naxos Walk 10 Naxos town tour Walk 11 Potamia villages and marble hills Walk 12 South coast to Demeter's Temple Walk 13 Rural byways below Profitis Ilias Walk 14 Wild lands around Apalirou Walk 15 Central villages and Fanari foothills Walk 16 Filoti village and Mount Zas Walk 17 Apiranthos to emery mines and port Walk 18 Koronos, mountain and east-coast bay Walk 19 Kynidaros, downriver to Engares The Naxos Strada Walk 20 Strada 1: Plaka to Kato Potamia Walk 21 Strada 2: Kato Potamia to Filoti Walk 22 Strada 3: Filoti to Apiranthos Walk 23 Strada 4: Apiranthos to Koronos Walk 24 Strada 5: Koronos to Apollonas Amorgos Walk 25 Egiali and mountain villages Walk 26 Remote north: monastery and mountains Walk 27 Along the island spine to Chora Walk 28 Inland capital to Katapola port Walk 29 Old routes inland to the capital Walk 30 Rollercoaster route: Katapola to Vroutsi Walk 31 Ancient Arkesini and southwest farms Santorini Walk 32 Caldera rim: Fira to Ammoudi Bay Walk 33 Ancient Akrotiri and southwest cape Walk 34 Villages and vineyards to Emborio Walk 35 Highest peak and Ancient Thira to Perissa Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Useful Greek words and phrases Appendix C Bibliography Appendix D Useful contacts

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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 32 Lakeland summits that can be climbed from Buttermere, Crummock Water, Loweswater, Lorton and the Newlands valley. Highlights include Grasmoor, Haystacks, Grisedale Pike, High Stile and Rannerdale Knotts. Suggestions for longer ridge routes are also given. 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.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 40 walks exploring the Isle of Man. Covering the whole island, including the mountains, coast and National Glens, there are walks to suit all abilities, from shorter low-level routes to longer and more demanding excursions.With many walks accessible by public transport, the routes range from 2 to 23km (1–14 miles) and take in waterfalls, historical sites of interest and the island’s highest mountains, Snaefell and North and South Barrule. 1:50,000 OS maps, reproduced at 1:40,000, included for each walk Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket Notes on refreshments and parking Information on local geology, history, culture, plants and wildlife Brief summaries of five longer routes, including the 153km (95 mile) Raad ny Foillan (Isle of Man Coast Path, covered in a separate Cicerone guide)

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Book SynopsisA guidebook presenting 70 routes visiting 143 of Scotland’s 282 Munros (mountains over 3000ft). Covering the northern Highlands and the Isle of Skye, the hikes require good fitness and navigation skills plus experience in remote mountainous terrain: while many are straightforward ascents, some involve scrambling, rock climbing and river crossings.The routes range from 7 to 46km (4–29 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 1 – Southern, Central and Western Highlands, 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 ContentsArea covered by the Guide Area Map 6 Area Map 7 Area Map 8 Area Map 9 Area Map 10 Area Map 11 Map Key Introduction The Munros Using This Guide Mountain Names and Pronunciations Maps Grid References Distance and Ascent Difficulty Times Parking and Starting the Walk Accommodation and Campsites Access Paths Bikes Leaving Word When to Go Route 1 Beinn a' Bhuird, Ben Avon (Leabaidh an Daimh Bhuidhe) Route 2 Beinn Bhreac, Beinn a' Chaorainn Route 3 Beinn Mheadhoin Route 4 Derry Cairngorm, Ben Macdui, Carn a' Mhaim Route 5 The Devil's Point, Cairn Toul, The Angel's Peak (Sgor an Lochain Uaine) Route 6 Beinn Bhrotain, Monadh Mor Route 7 Carn an Fhidhleir, An Sgarsoch Route 8 Carn Bhac, Beinn Iutharn Mhor Route 9 Bynack More, Cairn Gorm Route 10 Braeriach Route 11 Mullach Clach a' Bhlair Route 12 Sgor Gaoith Route 13 A' Chailleach, Carn Sgulain, Carn Dearg Route 14 Geal Charn Route 15 Creag Meagaidh, Stob Poite Coire Ardair, Carn Liath Route 16 Beinn a' Chaorainn, Beinn Teallach Route 17 Sgurr nan Coireachan, Sgurr Thuilm Route 18 Gulvain (Gaor Bheinn) Route 19 Meall na Teanga, Sron a' Choire Ghairbh Route 20 Sgurr nan Coireachan, Garbh Chioch Mhor, Sgurr na Ciche Route 21 Sgurr Mor Route 22 Gairich Route 23 Gleouraich, Spidean Mialach Route 24 Sgurr a' Mhaoraich Route 25 Luinne Bheinn, Meall Buidhe Route 26 Ladhar Bheinn Route 27 Beinn Sgritheall Route 28 The Saddle, Sgurr na Sgine Route 29 Creag a' Mhaim, Druim Shionnach, Aonach air Chrith, Maol Chinn-dearg, Sgurr an Doire Leathain, Sgurr an Lochain, Creag nan Damh Route 30 Sgurr na Ciste Duibhe, Sgurr na Carnach, Sgurr Fhuaran Route 31 Ciste Dhubh, Aonach Meadhoin, Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg, Saileag Route 32 A' Chralaig, Mullach Fraoch-choire Route 33 Carn Ghluasaid, Sgurr nan Conbhairean, Sail Chaorainn Route 34 Beinn Fhada, A' Ghlas bheinn Route 35 Mullach na Dheiragain, Sgurr nan Ceathreamhnan, An Socach Route 36 Mam Sodhail, Carn Eige, Beinn Fhionnlaidh Route 37 Tom a' Choinich, Toll Creagach Route 38 An Socach (Glen Elchaig) Route 39 An Riabhachan, Sgurr na Lapaich, Carn nan Gobhar Route 40 Sgurr na Ruaidhe, Carn nan Gobhar, Sgurr a' Choire Ghlais, Sgurr Fhuar-thuill Route 41 Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich, Lurg Mhor Route 42 Sgurr Choinnich, Sgurr a' Chaorachain Route 43 Maoile Lunndaidh Route 44 Moruisg Route 45 Maol Chean-dearg Route 46 Beinn Liath Mhor, Sgorr Ruadh Route 47 Sgurr nan Gillean Route 48 Am Basteir, Bruach na Frithe Route 49 Sgurr a' Mhadaidh, Sgurr a' Ghreadaidh Route 50 Sgurr na Banachdich Route 51 Sgurr Dearg (The Inaccessible Pinnacle), Sgurr Mhic Choinnich Route 52 Sgurr Alasdair Route 53 Sgurr Dubh Mor, Sgurr nan Eag Route 54 Bla Bheinn Route 55 Beinn Alligin - Tom na Gruagaich, Sgurr Mhor Route 56 Liathach - Spidean a' Choire Leith, Mullach an Rathain Route 57 Beinn Eighe - Ruadh Stac Mor, Spidean Coire nan Clach Route 58 Slioch Route 59 A' Chailleach, Sgurr Breac, Sgurr nan Each, Sgurr nan Clach Geala, Meall a' Chrasgaidh Route 60 Beinn Liath Mhor Fannaich, Sgurr Mor, Meall Gorm, An Coileachan Route 61 Fionn Bheinn Route 62 Am Faochagach Route 63 Ben Wyvis - Glas Leathad Mor Route 64 Ruadh Stac Mor, A' Mhaighdean, Beinn Tarsuinn, Mullach Coire Mhic Fhearchair, Sgurr Ban Route 65 Sgurr Fiona, Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill Route 66 Eididh nan Clach Geala, Meall nan Ceapraichean, Cona' Mheall, Beinn Dearg Route 67 Seana Bhraigh Route 68 Conival, Ben More Assynt Route 69 Ben Klibreck - Meal Nan Con Route 70 Ben Hope 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 SynopsisThis guidebook to UK's ultimate challenge walk, the End to End, describes a 1956km (1215 mile) walking route from Land's End in Cornwall to John o' Groats in Scotland's far north - the two points on mainland Britain that are the furthest apart. The recommended route avoids road walking as much as possible and frequently takes advantage of existing long-distance trails, including the South West Coast Path, Pennine Way and West Highland Way. Passing through remote terrain at times and keeping to the hills where practical, it is intended for experienced hill-walkers. The guide includes route description and maps, concentrating on the 'gaps' between the major long-distance trails covered in other Cicerone guides. There is also a wealth of advice to help you prepare for and undertake your walk, covering equipment, safety, supplies and facilities. Notes on history, geography and local sights, along with anecdotes from those who have successfully completed the journey, add interest and inspiration. The route is presented in 61 daily stages (each averaging around 32km), divided into 6 sections; an alternative three-month schedule is also provided. The End to End Trail promises a magnificent adventure through some of the best the British countryside can offer, and a unique sense of achievement on completion of your walk.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 28 day walks and a 5-day trek around Lakes Como and Maggiore. Exploring the dramatic scenery of the Italian lakes, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. Walks range from 3km to 20km (2–12 miles) and can be enjoyed in 1–5 hours. The Sentiero del Viandante trek, or Wayfarer’s Path, along the eastern shore of Lake Como between Lecco and Colico is described in 5 stages covering 54km (34 miles). Sketch maps are included for each walk Detailed information on accommodation, public transport and wildlife Highlights include Mottarone and Monte San Primo

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Book SynopsisRonald Turnbull has chosen 15 of the best short walks around Dumfries and Galloway 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 4 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 SynopsisVivienne Crow has chosen 15 of the best short walks around Keswick, Borrowdale and Buttermere 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 43 day walks in the Italian region of Tuscany. Exploring the dramatic scenery of this world-famous region, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. Walks range from 3 to 18km (2–11 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–7 hours. Walks have been graded from 1 to 3 allowing you to choose routes suitable for your ability. 1:50,000 maps are included for each walk Detailed information on planning, accommodation and public transport Highlights include Val d’Orcia, San Gimignano and the Isle of Elba Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Preface Introduction Exploring Tuscany Plants and flowers Wildlife Getting there Local transport Information When to go Accommodation Food and wine What to take Maps Emergencies Using this guide The walks 1 The environs of Florence Walk 1 Fiesole to Settignano Walk 2 Around Artimino Walk 3 The hills of Vinci 2 The foothills and high Apennines Walk 4 Collodi and Pescia Walk 5 Le Piastre to Pontepetri Walk 6 Lago Scaffaiolo Walk 7 Libro Aperto Walk 8 San Pellegrino and Giro del Diavolo Walk 9 Monte Prado 3 Alpi Apuane Walk 10 Monte Forato loop Walk 11 Monte Croce Walk 12 Around Monte Procinto 4 Pratomagno and the Foreste Casentinesi Walk 13 Vallombrosa Walk 14 Monte Falco, Monte Falterona, Lago degli Idoli Walk 15 Eremo di Camaldoli loop Walk 16 Monte Penna Walk 17 Cortona 5 Chianti Walk 18 Gaiole and Badia a Coltibuono Walk 19 Castellina to Radda in Chianti Walk 20 Volpaia loop Walk 21 Poggio San Polo 6 West of Siena Walk 22 Sovicille loop Walk 23 Monteriggioni circuit Walk 24 San Gimignano Walk 25 Volterra to Saline di Volterra 7 The Crete and Val d'Orcia Walk 26 Chiusure and San Giovanni d'Asso Walk 27 Montalcino to Sant'Antimo Walk 28 San Quirico d'Orcia to Pienza Walk 29 San Quirico d'Orcia to Bagno Vignoni Walk 30 Bagno Vignoni circuit Walk 31 Montepulciano loop Walk 32 Radicofani 8 Elba and the Tyrrhenian coast Walk 33 The Enfola promontory Walk 34 Marciana Marina circuit Walk 35 Marciana to Pomonte Walk 36 Porto Azzurro Walk 37 Baratti and the Populonia headland Walk 38 Campiglia Marittima-Suvereto circuit 9 The Maremma coast and hinterland Walk 39 Le Torri loop Walk 40 San Rabano circuit Walk 41 Feniglia Walk 42 Pitigliano to Sovana Walk 43 Sorano to San Quirico Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Italian-English glossary Appendix C Accommodation Appendix D Useful information Appendix E Further reading

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Book SynopsisThe North Downs Way National Trail is a 130 mile (208km) between the high downland of Farnham and the historic city of Dover on the Kent coast. The route is described in 11 day stages from west to east with an optional detour via Canterbury.Step-by-step route descriptions are fully illustrated with colour photographs and extracts from OS 1:50,000 mapping for every stage.The guidebook comes with a separate map booklet of 1:25,000 scale OS maps showing the full route of the North Downs Way. Clear step-by-step route descriptions in the guide link together with the map booklet at each stage along the Way, and the compact format is conveniently sized for slipping into a jacket pocket or the top of a rucksack.The North Downs Way is one of the easier national trails with a modest number of steep (but short) ascents and descents and long sections with no noticeable height gain or loss. Several historic sites including Neolithic burial chambers, Roman roads and Norman churches are passed and much of the route follows The Pilgrims' Way.Table of ContentsIntroduction The North Downs Way Walking west to east Where to stay Waymarking and accessibility When to go Getting there - and back Using this guide Along the way The North Downs Way Stage 1 Farnham to Guildford Stage 2 Guildford to the Mole Valley (A24) Stage 3 Mole Valley to Merstham Stage 4 Merstham to Westerham Hill Stage 5 Westerham Hill to Wrotham Stage 6 Wrotham to the Medway Stage 7 The Medway to Detling Stage 8 Detling to Harrietsham Stage 9 Harrietsham to Boughton Lees Direct Route to Dover via Wye Stage 10 Boughton Lees to Etchinghill Stage 11 Etchinghill to Dover The Canterbury Loop Stage 10a Boughton Lees to Canterbury Stage 11a Canterbury to Shepherdswell Stage 12a Shepherdswell to Dover Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B Recommended reading Appendix C Route summary table

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Book SynopsisAs the wildest of the northern coast-to-coast cycle routes, the Reivers Route explores the rich Border Reiving history of northern England and the Scottish Borders. Travelling 173 mile (280km) from Whitehaven to Tynemouth, this four-day cycle tour takes in the Cumbrian coast, northern Lake District, Northumberland National Park and North Tynedale, offering memorable off-road cycling through Kershope Forest and around Kielder Water. The route offers both on and off-road cycling, and is suitable for cyclists using touring or hybrid bikes. Places to stay overnight include Carlisle, Bailey Mill and Bellingham. The guidebook also offers the Borderers Ride, an alternative coast-to-coast ride along the England-Scotland border from Gretna to Berwick-upon-Tweed. This route joins up the fantastic middle section of the Reivers Route with a route heading north via Wooler and the Holy Island of Lindisfarne to finish at Berwick-upon-Tweed. Whether on the Reivers Route or the Borderers Ride, these cycle tours offer exceptional cycling on gated roads and quiet cycle paths as they explore rolling hillsides, remote forests and plenty of historic sites. This guidebook provides everything you need to enjoy a successful cycle tour on the Reivers Route or Borderers Ride. Each stage includes detailed 1:100,000 mapping, profiles and comprehensive route description containing insights into points of interest along the way. The introduction offers plenty of information about the area's history, as well as practical advice about suitable bikes, equipment, and transport to and from the route. The appendices feature useful contacts for bike shops and available accommodation.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map and profile Route summary tables Introduction Why choose the Reivers Route? Who were the Reivers? How tough is the ride? How many days? West to east or east to west? Alternative: The Borderers Ride Getting there and back Where to stay What kind of bike? Equipment Carrying your gear What to wear Maps and apps Signage Using this guide The Reivers Route: The four-day ride Day 1 Whitehaven to Carlisle Day 2 Carlisle to Bailey Mill Day 3 Bailey Mill to Bellingham Day 4 Bellingham to Tynemouth The Borderers Ride Gretna to Berwick-upon-Tweed Appendix A Accommodation Appendix B Bike shops and other useful contacts Appendix C Further reading

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Book SynopsisThis guide presents Switzerland's Jura Crest Trail or Crêtes du Jura (also known as the Jura High Route and Swiss national route 5. This 310km long-distance route traverses the sub-alpine mountains of the Swiss Jura from Dielsdorf near Zurich to Nyon on the shores of Lac Léman (Lake Geneva), running roughly parallel to the Swiss-French border. With over 13,500m of ascent, the trail demands a moderate level of fitness and can be comfortably completed in around a fortnight. The Jura Crest Trail is easily accessed from Zurich and Geneva. The region boasts excellent walking infrastructure and facilities, and although the trail crosses the mountains, you are seldom too far from civilisation. The guide contains all the information you need to plan and walk the route. You'll find advice on transport and comprehensive details of accommodation and refreshments. The trek itself is presented from east to west in 14 stages of 12-32km, with step-by-step route description accompanied by clear mapping and notes on local points of interest. The Jura Crest Trail boasts far-reaching views of the Bernese Oberland, the Haute Savoie and the Rhine and Rhone Valleys, and is rich in geological, natural and historical interest. Passing through woodland and alpine meadows and crossing rolling limestone plateaux, highlights include the spectacular amphitheatre of the Creux du Van, the medieval towns of Baden and Brugg, and Lac de Joux, the largest lake in the Jura mountains.Table of ContentsMountain safety Route summary table Map key Overview map Introduction The Jura High Route Geology of the Jura mountains World War II and the Jura mountains Flowers of the Jura mountains When to go Suggested itineraries Getting there and around Accommodation Food and drink Language Money What to take Maps Waymarking and trails Safety in the mountains Using this guide The Jura High Route (East to West) Stage 1 Dielsdorf to Neustalden Stage 2 Neustalden to Hauenstein Stage 3 Hauenstein to Balsthal Stage 4 Balsthal to Weissenstein Stage 5 Weissenstein to Frinvillier Stage 6 Frinvillier to Chasseral Stage 7 Chasseral to Vue des Alpes Stage 8 Vue des Alpes to Noiraigue Stage 9 Noiraigue to Sainte-Croix Stage 10 Sainte-Croix to Vallorbe Stage 11 Vallorbe to Col du Mollendruz Stage 12 Col du Mollendruz to Col du Marchairuz Stage 13 Col du Marchairuz to Saint-Cergue Stage 14 Saint-Cergue to Nyon Appendix A Accommodation Appendix B Useful contacts Appendix C Glossary

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Book SynopsisThe definitive guidebook to climbing Aconcagua in South America. At 6962m, Aconcagua is the highest peak outside the Himalayas and is accessible to both trekkers and mountaineers. The book covers two popular trekking routes: the Normal (Horcones Valley) route and the Vacas Valley (Polish Glacier) route. It also includes trekking routes up Tupungato, the Maipo Volcano, and other acclimatisation treks, with suggestions for things to see and do around Mendoza and Santiago City. The guide provides a wealth of practical and indispensable information for those taking on the challenge of Aconcagua. There is information on travel to South America and to the start of the trek, and essential know-how on preparing for high-altitude mountaineering, including advice on equipment, coping with altitude, and strategies for acclimatisation. It gives expert advice on permits, food and water, hiring guides and mules, and staying healthy. With maps and colour photos and supplemented by background information on the mountain, its history, geology, wildlife and local culture, this is a comprehensive and must-read guide for anyone considering tackling Aconcagua.Table of ContentsContents Index of maps and illustrations Map key Map of South America Area maps in this guide Aconcagua - Normal and Vacas Valley Routes Routes to the summit Summary of camps Summary comparison of Normal and Vacas Valley Routes Table of co-ordinates and elevations Foreword by Sebastian Tetilla Preface A note on the third edition Introduction The mountain in context Two trekking routes Location Geology Topography Maps and co-ordinates Wildlife History Climbing history Trekker/climber profiles Weather When to go Getting there Preparations Acclimatisation Guides and trekking companies Part 1 The ascent of Aconcagua Mendoza to Puente del Inca Mendoza The road to Puente del Inca Aconcagua routes The Normal Route The Vacas Valley Route Summit day The long walk out Other routes Part 2 Acclimatisation near Aconcagua, 
Vallecitos and the Maipo Volcano Treks in the Aconcagua area Puente del Inca and Los Penitentes A walk to the Statue of Cristo Redentor Horcones Valley to Plaza Francia Routes at Vallecitos Vallecitos Ski and Mountain Lodge Lomas Blancas (3850m) Cerro Vallecitos (5770m) The Maipo Volcano Part 3 The Tupungato area Tupungato The Andes' Great Mountain Tupungato routes Tupungato via Chile and Rio Colorado Tupungato Provincial Park Wilderness Trek to Friar's Col Part 4 The Santiago area Santiago Santiago City In and around Santiago Routes near Santiago El Morado Valley La Campana National Park El Plomo (5430m) Provincia and San Roman Appendix A Maps, guidebooks and further reading Appendix B Checklist of essential gear Appendix C Guides and mountain services Appendix D Accommodation and local facilities Appendix E South American cuisine Appendix F Wine tasting in Argentina and Chile Appendix G Spanish-English language notes

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Book SynopsisItaly's Alta Via 1, a 180km trail through the Italian Alps following the northern flank of the Aosta Valley, boasts magnificent views of the Alpine giants: Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn, the Grand Combin and Monte Rosa. Indeed, it is sometimes known as the Giants' Trail and can be combined with a sister-route, the Alta Via 2 (covered in a separate Cicerone guide), which runs along the southern flank of the valley, to form the Tor des Géants. Stretching from Donnas to Courmayeur, the Alta Via 1 offers fantastic alpine walking, with welcoming refuges and small hotels providing overnight accommodation (and great food) along the way. The guide presents the route in two sections, for the advantage of those who can't spare the full fortnight-plus needed to walk the entire AV1. The trail is described in 16 stages, with alternative stages covering some popular variants, including an optional detour to visit the famed monastery at the Great St Bernard Pass. Each stage includes clear route description and mapping, plus notes on local points of interest and accommodation options. An alternative itinerary, list of useful contacts, kitlist and glossary can be found in the appendices. The AV1 crosses cols of nearly 3000m as it traverses the side-valleys of the main Aosta Valley. Suited to those with some experience of alpine trekking, the walking is demanding but without technical difficulty. And the rewards are many: quieter huts, breathtaking vistas and a chance to immerse yourself in fabulous mountain landscapes overlooked by soaring, snow-clad giants.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Introduction The route Geography Geology History Art and culture Wildlife Plants and flowers Weather When to go Access and travel In-route transport options Accommodation Mountain huts Clothing Food and drink Language Maps and navigation Waymarking Safety and emergencies Insurance Using this guide The Alta Via 1: An Italian Haute Route Eastern section Stage 1 Donnas to Sassa (Etoile du Berger) Stage 2 Sassa (Etoile du Berger) to Rifugio Coda Stage 2A The Col Portola Route: Sassa (Etoile du Berger) to Rifugio Coda Stage 3 Rifugio Coda to Rifugio Barma Stage 4 Rifugio Barma to Niel (La Gruba) Stage 5 Niel (La Gruba) to Gressoney-Saint-Jean Stage 3A Rifugio Coda to Rifugio della Vecchia Stage 4A Rifugio della Vecchia to Rifugio Rivetti Stage 5A Rifugio Rivetti to Gressoney-Saint-Jean Stage 6 Gressoney-Saint-Jean to Rifugio Vieux Crest Stage 7 Rifugio Vieux Crest to Rifugio Grand Tournalin Stage 8 Rifugio Grand Tournalin to Cretaz, Valtournenche Western section Stage 9 Cretaz, Valtournenche to Rifugio Barmasse Stage 10 Rifugio Barmasse to Rifugio Cun#xe9;y Stage 11 Rifugio Cun#xe9;y to Clos#xe9;/Oyace/Lexert Stage 12 Clos#xe9;/Oyace/Lexert to Ollomont/Rey Stage 12A Clos#xe9;/Oyace/Lexert to Ollomont/Rey: the low route Stage 13 Ollomont/Rey to Rifugio Champillon Stage 14 Rifugio Champillon to Saint-Rh#xe9;my-en-Bosses Stage 15 Saint-Rh#xe9;my-en-Bosses to Rifugio Bonatti Stage 15A Via Francigena from Saint-Rh#xe9;my-en-Bosses to Great St Bernard Monastery Stage 15B Great St Bernard Monastery to Rifugio Bonatti Stage 16 Rifugio Bonatti to Courmayeur Appendix A Alternative schedule Appendix B Useful contacts Appendix C Useful phrases Appendix D Kit list

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling Joshua Tree National Park guidebook for two decades!Over 200 five-star reviews for previous editionsJoshua Tree National Park boasts some of California's most dramatic desert scenery. From the weird and wonderful Mojave Desert to the vast and stark Sonoran Desert, Joshua Tree National Park: The Complete Guide reveals the park’s highlights and hidden gems.Whatever your interests—hiking to the top of Ryan Mountain, rock climbing the Wonderland of Rocks, watching golden sunsets from Keys View—Joshua Tree National Park: The Complete Guide puts the best of Joshua Tree National Park at your fingertips.Over 100 gorgeous color photos showcase the park's best destinations. Fascinating chapters on History, Geology, Ecology, and Wildlife reveal the story behind the scenery. More than 20 detailed maps guide readers on the park’s best hikes. An indispensable guide for outdoor adventurers and travelers on a budget, Joshua Tree National Park: The Complete Guide is the only guide you'll need!Trade Review"Hands down, these are the best travel guidebooks I've ever read." —Wandering EducatorsTable of Contents• Adventures •Basics •Geology •Ecology •Wildlife •History •Mojave Desert •Sonoran Desert

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Book SynopsisAn essential guidebook for walking the GR5, one of the world's most spectacular long-distance trails. The GR5 makes its way through the Alps from the shores of Lac Léman at Geneva to the Mediterranean at Nice. A route of 674km (420 miles), it can be trekked in a month, or split over a series of summer trips. The GR5 is well within the reach of fit and moderately experienced walkers and backpackers. There is good signposting and waymarking, and accommodation, food and drink are all available at regular intervals. The paths and tracks are generally well graded, while steep climbs are tackled on zigzag paths, so the overall gradient is not so severe. Every summer, thousands of walkers embark on this trek. This guidebook also describes some scenic variant routes, including the stunning GR55 through the Vanoise National Park and the delightful GR52 that crosses the Mercantour National Park. Full descriptions and maps are provided for these alternatives. The book includes daily stages, timings, ascents and descents, full-colour mapping and gradient profiles, alongside information about facilities and services along the route. The result is an ideal companion to planning and completing your trek. Two further Cicerone guidebooks cover the remaining sections of the GR5; 'The GR5 Trail - Vosges and Jura', and 'The GR5 Trail - Benelux and Lorraine' which together cover the route from Lac Léman to the Hoek Van Holland.Table of ContentsContents Map Key Overview Map Introduction Walking the GR5 Alpine Traverses Who Walks the GR5? Route Outline North-South/South-North Timings Waymarking GR5 Geology Alpine Flowers Alpine Wildlife Alpine Farming Pastous Language Travel to the Alps Travel Around the Alps Services on the GR5 Accommodation Food and Drink Telephones Path Conditions Alpine Weather When to Walk the GR5 Kit Check Maps Currency and Costs Emergencies Key Points Route Stage 1 Lac L#xe9;man to Les Houches Day 1 St Gingolph to La Chapelle d'Abondance (direct route) Day 1 Thonon-les-Bains to Chevenoz (alternative Day 1) Day 2 Chevenoz to La Chapelle d'Abondance (alternative Day 2) Day 3 La Chapelle d'Abondance to Ch#xe9;sery Day 4 Ch#xe9;sery to Samoëns Day 5 Samoëns to Refuge de Moëde Anterne Day 6 Refuge de Moëde Anterne to Les Houches Stage 2 Les Houches to Landry Day 7 Les Houches to Les Contamines Day 7a Les Houches to Les Contamines (high-level route) Day 8 Les Contamines to Plan de la Lai Day 9 Plan de la Lai to Landry Stage 3 Landry to Modane GR5 Route Day 10 Landry to Refuge d'Entre-le-Lac Day 11 Refuge d'Entre-le-Lac to Val d'Is#xe8;re Day 12 Val d'Is#xe8;re to BessansDay 13 Bessans to Refuge du Plan du Lac Day 14 Refuge du Plan du Lac to Le Montana Day 15 Le Montana to Modane/Fourneaux GR55 High-level route (Refuge d'Entre-le-Lac to Modane) Day 11 Refuge d'Entre-le-Lac to Refuge d'Entre Deux Eaux Day 12 Refuge d'Entre Deux Eaux to Roc de la P#xea;che Day 13 Roc de la P#xea;che to Modane/Fourneaux GR5E Low-level route (Bonneval-sur-Arc to Modane) Day 13 Bonneval-sur-Arc to Lanslevillard Day 14 Lanslevillard to Bramans Day 15 Bramans to Modane/Fourneaux Stage 4 Modane to Ceillac Day 16 Modane/Fourneaux to Refuge du Thabor Day 17 Refuge du Thabor to Plampinet Day 17a La Valle troite to Plampinet (GR5B alternative) Day 18 Plampinet to Briançon Day 18a N#xe9;vache to Briançon (GR5C alternative) Day 19 Briançon to Brunissard Day 20 Brunissard to Ceillac Stage 5 Ceillac to Auron Day 21 Ceillac to La Barge/Maljasset Day 22 La Barge/Maljasset to Larche Day 23 Larche to Bousieyas Day 24 Bousieyas to Auron Stage 6 Auron to Nice - GR5 Day 25 Auron to Refuge de Longon Day 26 Refuge de Longon to St Dalmas Day 27 St Dalmas to Utelle Day 28 Utelle to Aspremont Day 29 Aspremont to Nice Stage 7 St Dalmas to Garavan/Menton - GR52 Day 27 St Dalmas to Le Bor#xea;on Day 28 Le Bor#xea;on to Refuge de Nice Day 29 Refuge de Nice to Refuge des Merveilles Day 30 Refuge des Merveilles to Camp d'Argent Day 32 Sospel to Garavan/Menton Appendix 2 Route Summary - South to North Appendix 3 Accommodation List Appendix 4 Basic French for the GR5

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Book SynopsisWaterproof, Tear-Resistant, Topographic Map. Thrust skyward by Earth's forces between 40 and 70 million years ago, then sculpted by three glacial episodes, the Rocky Mountains are 'new' in geologic terms, and form one of the world's longest ranges-stretching almost unbroken from Alaska to below the nation's southern border. Rocky Mountain National Park preserves a small but important neighborhood within this range. Just outside the park, the towns of Estes Park and Grand Lake are the primary hubs before entry and are connected by Trail Ridge Road-one of ten America's Byways in Colorado and a national designated All-American Road. The Rocky Mountain National Park Day Hikes Topographic Map Guide includes sixteen diverse hikes for all hiking enthusiasts, from the easy, 4.7 mile long Cub Lake Trail to the strenuous, 8.4 mile long Chasm Lake Trail that brings hikers to base of the 14,259 foot Longs Peak. Each hike has a detailed map, a trail profile visualizing the changes in elevation, an

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to a principal north-south long-distance walking route through eastern France, traversing the Vosges and the Haut-Jura plateau along the GR5/GR53. The 687km (427-mile) waymarked path traverses the entire length of the Vosges, and then climbs up onto the plateau of the Haut-Jura before dropping down to Nyon on the shores of Lake Geneva. The GR5 is one of the great walking routes across Europe, crossing the continent from the Dutch coast to the Mediterranean, and the route described here is the central section (518km) from Schirmeck down to Lake Geneva. In addition, the GR53 in the Northern Vosges from Wissembourg to Schirmeck (169km) is described as an offshoot of the GR5 that allows walkers to complete the entire chain of the Vosges. The route is presented in 11 chapters, which in turn are broken into short sections of a few hours each, allowing for a flexible itinerary and easy route planning. There are also suggestions for shorter circular routes making use of sections of the GR53/GR5, as well as an overview of other long-distance routes in the region. A summary of local history, plants and wildlife and delicacies can be found in the introduction and appendices offer details of facilities on route and full accommodation listings. Two further Cicerone guidebooks cover the remaining sections of the GR5; 'The GR5 Trail - Benelux and Lorraine', and 'The GR5 Trail' which covers the route from Lac Léman to the Mediterranean.Table of ContentsMap key Summary map of the GR5/GR53 route Route profile for the GR5/GR53 route Introduction Why visit the Vosges and Jura? Landscape History Wildlife When to visit Access Local transport Accommodation Camping Food and drink What to take Maps GR system and waymarking Safety and health Language Money Telephones and internet Using this guide The GR53 Wissembourg to Schirmeck Section 1 GR53 Wissembourg to Niederbronn-les-Bains Section 2 GR53 Niederbronn-les-Bains to Saverne Section 3 GR53 Saverne to Schirmeck The GR5 Schirmeck to Nyon Section 4 GR5 Schirmeck to Ribeauvill#xe9; Section 5 GR5 Ribeauvill#xe9; to Mittlach Section 6 GR5 Mittlach to Thann Section 7 GR5 Thann to Br#xe9;villiers Section 8 GR5 Br#xe9;villiers to St-Hippolyte Section 9 GR5 St-Hippolyte to Villers-le-Lac Section 10 GR5 Villers-le-Lac to Les Hôpitaux-Neufs Section 11 GR5 Les Hôpitaux-Neufs to Nyon Short walks along the GR5/GR53 Appendix A Long distance routes in the Vosges and Jura Appendix B Route summary tables Appendix C Facilities table Appendix D Useful websites Appendix E Accommodation

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Book SynopsisMake the most of your time ashore with Adlard Coles Shore Guide to South Brittany. With the sailing behind you, you'll be looking to explore your destination, asking questions such as: How far to the nearest shops and where are the places to eat? You'll also need help to solve practical problems, such as finding fuel, repairs and laundry facilities. Once you're fed and watered, what is there to see and do, and how can you keep the family entertained? You need a different kind of pilot book and this guide is the answer. Packed with beautiful photographs and practical information on local facilities, places to visit and the best beaches within reach of the marina, Adlard Coles Shore Guide to South Brittany will steer you towards the essentials and the pleasures of this beautiful and popular region. Written especially for sailors and designed for planning enjoyable cruises, stretching from the rock-bound shores of western Brittany to the softer and warmer parts towards La Ro

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Book SynopsisSee the beauty that Canada has to offer. Walking and hiking is a big Canadian pastime for people wanting exercise and fresh air.Here, at last, is the essential companion to the eastern part of Canada's national trail. Profiling 30 separate sections, crossing 6 provinces, and traversing more than 900 km of trail, this guide for the adventurous offers a connoisseur's sampling of the finest components of eastern Canada's Trans Canada Trail.Beginning at Cape Spear and ending on the shores of Lake Huron, Michael Haynes follows the Great Trail through the remote interior of Newfoundland, the coastlines of the Maritimes, the Laurentian Mountains of Quebec, and the lakes and farmlands of Southern Ontario, as well as into cities such as Quebec, Montreal, Ottawa, and Toronto. With beautiful colour photographs and comprehensive trail notes for each featured section, as well as GPS coordinates, maps, and informative descriptions of points of interest along with way, The Best of The Great Trail, Volume 1 explores the landscapes of eastern Canada in their variegated glory.

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to the via ferrata routes of the southern Italian Dolomites. This guide covers via ferrata routes in the major mountain ranges of Civetta, Schiara and Pala as well as those to the west in the Brenta. A significant addition (and, as far as we are aware, not previously published in any English language guidebook) is the inclusion of routes around the northern end of Lake Garda and the Piccole Dolomites north of Vicenza. Here the mountains are generally lower and you can enjoy ferrata climbing over a much extended season, with some routes accessible for most of the year. This is the second in a series of two guidebooks to the via ferratas of the Italian Dolomites. (Volume One covers the eastern, northern and central areas of the Dolomites, while Volume Two completes the picture, focusing on the southern, Brenta and Lake Garda areas.)Trade Review'You could never accuse it of shying away from niche sports. In fact Cicerone Press appears to take pride in publishing books that only those already passionate about a specific sport or place are likely to buy. This time, though, it's appealing to a growing fraternity. Via ferratas, especially in the Italian Dolomites, are becoming increasingly popular as walkers push their personal limits in a different mountain playground. That, and the availability of cheap flights to airports feeding the Dolomites, have helped push via ferrata to the fore. For those who haven't experienced the heart-pumping exhilaration of the via ferrata network, they are protected routes in rocky mountain ranges, using fixed cables, ladders and bridges. They allow the walker to access places usually reserved for rock climbers and provide a unique way to enjoy the breath-taking beauty and exposure of the mountains. Until now the only decent guidebook has been Cicerone's Scrambles in the Dolomites. This suffered from being out of date (first published in 1982) and translated from German (although this has also helped fill long hours in huts, as people gather round to laugh at the phraseology). Smith and Fletcher's version, covering the North, Central and East Dolomites, gains considerable points by originating in English. It has an excellent introduction with comprehensive information on equipment, weather, maps, accommodation options and so on. In fact, if I'd had this book prior to my first trip to the Dolomites I would have saved a fortune on phone calls to Italy. They've also created a new two-stage grading system incorporating both difficulty of the route and seriousness of the mountain situation. Cross-referencing back to routes that I know, I'd say this is accurate and easy to follow. The book includes 75 routes in a fairly tight geographical area, including Cortina, Marmolada and Val di Fassa. They're well described with good colour photography and clear sketch maps. Some are straight-forward walking routes, others go up to the highest level of via ferrata. But the authors have opted to cluster the routes according to valley base rather than mountain groupings and have not referred to the mountain ranges in either text or maps. An index of mountain groups is some compensation but unless you have a local map in front of you, this isn't much help. Given that there are two identical locator maps in the book showing numbered routes relative to each other, converting one of these to show mountain groups as well as towns would have made things easier to follow. VOLUME TWO will complete the coverage of the Dolomites. It will include the famous Brenta group as well as the southern Dolomites, with the stunning Paia group being particularly well represented. Besides the honeypot via ferrata, this volume will break new ground in covering some of the short-duration, off-beat routes near Lake Garda. These are often real gems, and make this volume essential reading for walkers on a lake-based holiday who need a dose of adrenaline, stunning scenery and physical challenge. (Judy Armstrong, TGO)Table of ContentsCONTENTS Route Listing Key to Diagrams Preface INTRODUCTION How to use this Guide Route Groupings When to Go Travel to the Dolomites Accommodation Local Transport Telephones Map Availability and Place Names Weather Route Grading Equipment Cable Etiquette What to Wear? Accidents and Mountain Rescue Some History Geology Flora Wildlife ROUTES AND BASES Bolzano Valle di Primiero and San Martino di Castrozza Agordino Belluno Bassano del Grappa Vicenza Brenta Trento Riva, Lake Garda Rovereto APPENDIX 1: Glossary of Mountain Terms APPENDIX 2: Index of Routes in Grade Order APPENDIX 3: Index of Routes by Mountain Group APPENDIX 4: Mountain Rescue APPENDIX 5: Useful Addresses APPENDIX 6: Bibliography

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Book SynopsisKayaking is a tremedously wide-ranging sport. You can go for a leisurely paddle on your local pond, travel down a river or experience the thrills of white water. It is trully a sport for life. This lavishly-illustrated, clearly-written guide will have you out on the water fast - and in safety. It covers how to get started, the equipment you'll need, launching, how to control the boat, basic manoeuvres, what to do if you capsize, the Eskimo roll and rescue procedures.Table of ContentsWhat you will need; Preparing to go afloat; Your first paddle; Forward paddling, reversing & stopping; Basic turning; Moving sideways; Steering & turning on the move; Rescue; Support, recovery & sculling strokes; The bow rudder turn & hanging draw; The Eskimo roll; Equipment; Safety

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Book SynopsisHandy little full colour map and guide of Cairngorms National Park. Detailed mapping and visitor information to the National Park along with a selection of photographs. Map at a scale of 1:91,000 (1.45 miles to 1 inch or 0.91 km to 1 cm).This small map with additional text and photographs gives a great overview of the Cairngorms National Park, and is the perfect companion for exploring this beautiful area of the Scottish Highlands.Clear, detailed mappingKey park, tourist and travel informationIdeal for planning visits to the National ParkIndex to help locate and plan your trip

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Book SynopsisHandy little full-colour map and guide of Dartmoor National Park. Detailed mapping and visitor information to the National Park along with a selection of photographs. Map at a scale of 1:105,000 (1.68 miles to 1 inch or 1.05 km to 1cm).This small map with additional text and photographs gives a great overview of the Dartmoor National Park, and is the perfect companion for exploring this beautiful area of Southern England.Clear, detailed mappingKey park, tourist and travel informationIdeal for planning visits to the National ParkIndex to help locate and plan your trip

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Book SynopsisHandy little full-colour map and guide of Peak District National Park. Detailed mapping and visitor information to the National Park along with a selection of photographs. Map at a scale of 1:120 000 (1cm to 1.20km, 1.9 miles to 1 inch).This small map with additional text and photographs gives a great overview of the Peak District National Park, and is the perfect companion for exploring this beautiful area of England.Clear, detailed mappingKey park, tourist and travel informationIdeal for planning visits to the National ParkIndex to help locate and plan your tripInformation on the Pennine Way, Stanage-North Lees, caving activities and other places of interestDiscover more about the walking routes at this National Park with the Peak District Park Rangers Favourite Walks (ISBN: 9780008439125).

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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 36 Lakeland summits accessible from the Kentmere, Haweswater and Ullswater valleys. Highlights include High Street, Place Fell and the Kentmere horseshoe, further east lie less well-known summits that offer solitude and magnificent views. Suggestions for longer ridge routes are also given. 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 Angletarn Pikes 2 Arthur's Pike 3 Beda Fell 4 Bonscale Pike 5 Branstree 6 Brock Crags 7 Caudale Moor 8 Froswick 9 Gray Crag 10 Grayrigg Forest 11 Grey Crag 12 Hallin Fell 13 Harter Fell 14 Hartsop Dodd 15 High Raise 16 High Street 17 Ill Bell 18 Kentmere Pike 19 Kidsty Pike 20 Loadpot Hill 21 Mardale Ill Bell 22 Place Fell 23 Rampsgill Head 24 Rest Dodd 25 Sallows 26 Selside Pike 27 Shipman Knotts 28 Steel Knotts 29 Tarn Crag 30 Thornthwaite Crag 31 Troutbeck Tongue 32 Wansfell 33 Wether Hill 34 Whinfell Beacon 35 Winterscleugh 36 Yoke Ridge routes 1 The Kentmere Horseshoe 2 The Martindale Round 3 The Blea Water Circuit 4 The Borrowdale Round More to explore Useful contacts A fellranger's glossary The Lake District fells

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 30 day walks in the New Forest National Park. Exploring the beautiful scenery of Hampshire and Wiltshire, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. The walks range in length from 5–17km (3–10 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–4 hours. Routes can be shortened, lengthened or combined allowing you to adapt the walks to suit you. 1:25,000 OS maps included for each walk Refreshment and transport options are given Information included on wildlife and local history Easy access from Southampton, Bournemouth and Salisbury Table of ContentsContents Map key Overview map Introduction Plants and wildlife Geology History of the New Forest Walking in the New Forest Getting to the New Forest Getting around the New Forest Food and drink Where to stay Countryside codes Your safety Access and rights of way The New Forest online Longer walks and long-distance routes Maps Using this guide Walk 1 Langley Wood and Hamptworth Walk 2 Godshill and Castle Hill Walk 3 Hatchet Green and Woodgreen Walk 4 Bramshaw Telegraph and Eyeworth Pond Walk 5 Bramshaw Church and Nomansland Walk 6 Abbots Well and Alderhill Inclosure Walk 7 Fritham and Cadman's Pool Walk 8 Janesmoor Pond and the Rufus Stone Walk 9 High Corner Inn and Ogden's Purlieu Walk 10 Appleslade Bottom to Rockford via Ibsley Common Walk 11 Castle Piece and Linford Brook Walk 12 Exploring Bolderwood Walk 13 Minstead and Furzey Gardens Walk 14 Portuguese Fireplace and the Knightwood Oak Walk 15 Bank and Gritnam Walk 16 Ober Water and Blackwater Arboretum Walk 17 Holmsley Walk and Burley Walk 18 Wilverley Inclosure and Castleman's Corkscrew Walk 19 Lyndhurst and Bolton's Bench Walk 20 Ashurst figure-of-eight Walk 21 Beaulieu Road and Bishop's Dyke Walk 22 King's Hat, Dibden Bottom and the Beaulieu River Walk 23 Stubby Copse Inclosure and Balmer Lawn Walk 24 Brockenhurst and Dilton Walk 25 Hatchet Pond and Hawkhill Inclosure Walk 26 Beaulieu River from Beaulieu to Buckler's Hard Walk 27 Setley Common and Boldre Church Walk 28 Exploring the coastline from Lymington to Keyhaven Walk 29 Milford on Sea and Hurst Castle Walk 30 Lepe and Exbury Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Useful contact information Appendix C Glossary Appendix D Bibliography

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