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Book SynopsisThis guidebook describes 3 Alpine treks, between 5 and 8 days long, as well as 12 full or half day hut-to-hut routes. The three treks suitable for moderately experienced trekkers, but requiring no specialist equipment, are the Tour of the Silvretta, the Prattigauer Hohenweg and the Ratikon Hohenweg, two of which can be combined to provide a fortnight of high-altitude hiking among such peaks as Piz Buin, Piz Linard, Dreilanderspitz, Schesaplana, Sulzfluh and Drusenfluh and over some classic Alpine passes. The Silvretta and Ratikon ranges straddle the borders of Switzerland, Austria and Liechtenstein. Also included are descriptions of nearby climbable peaks for those with excess energy and favourable conditions, and for those who prefer to plan their own tours a directory of all the mountain huts in the area, providing all the information you could possibly need. Written by Alpine expert Kev Reynolds, this book includes tips on gear, planning, language and further reading, to fully enjoy your time in the Alps.Table of ContentsIntroduction The Silvretta and Rätikon Alps Trek Outlines When to Go Getting There Accommodation Notes for Walkers Clothing and Equipment Recommended Maps Safety in the Mountains Wildlife and Alpine Flowers Using the Guide Information at a Glance The Treks Trek 1: A Tour of the Silvretta Alps Prelude: Klosters Platz to Berghaus Vereina Stage 1: Berghaus Vereina to Lavin Stage 2: Lavin to Chamanna Tuoi Stage 3: Chamanna Tuoi to the Jamtal Hut Stage 4: Jamtal Hut to the Wiesbadener Hut Stage 4a: Jamtal Hut to the Bielerhöhe Stage 5: Wiesbadener Hut (or Bielerhöhe) to the Tübinger Hut Stage 6: Tübinger Hut to Klosters Platz Stage 6a: Tübinger Hut to Schlappin Stage 6b: Schlappin to Klosters Dorf Trek 2: The Prättigauer Höhenweg Stage 1: Klosters Platz to Schlappin Stage 2: Schlappin to St Antönien Stage 3: St Antönien to the Carschina Hut Stage 4: Carschina Hut to the Schesaplana Hut Stage 5: Carschina Hut to Seewis Trek 3: The Rätikon Höhenweg Stage 1: St Antönien to the Carschina Hut Stage 2: Carschina Hut to the Schesaplana Hut Stage 3: Schesaplana Hut to Nenzinger Himmel Stage 4: Nenzinger Himmel to the Douglass Hut Stage 5: Douglass Hut to the Lindauer Hut Stage 6: Lindauer Hut to the Tilisuna Hut Stage 7: Tilisuna Hut to St Antönien Hut to Hut Route 1: Wiesbadener Hut - Rote Furka - Silvretta Hut Route 2: Wiesbadener Hut - Litzner Sattel - Saarbrucker Hut Route 3: Saarbrucker Hut - Schweizerlücke - Plattenjoch - Seetal Hut Route 4: Schlappin - Schlappiner Joch - Gargellen Route 5: St Antönien - Tilisunafürggli - Tilisuna Hut Route 6: Tilisuna Hut - Plasseggenpass - Sarotla Joch - Gargellen Route 7: Tilisuna Hut - Tilisunafürggli - Carschina Hut Route 8: Carschina Hut - Drusator - Lindauer Hut Route 9: Douglass Hut - Lünerkrinne - Heinrich-Hueter Hut Route 10: Douglass Hut - Cavelljoch - Schesaplana Hut Route 11: Douglass Hut - Totalp Hut Route 12 Totalp Hut - Gamsluggen - Schesaplana Hut The Huts Appendix A Useful Contacts Appendix B Language Notes and lossary Appendix C Further Reading Index

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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 SynopsisThis guidebook describes the Grande Escursione Appenninica (GEA), a nearly 400km long, three week trek crossing the Apennines in 23 stages, from Bocca Trabaria to Passo Due Santi on the edge of Liguria. The route dips in and out of Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna, never dropping below 400 metres. Best walked between spring and autumn, it is suitable for any reasonably fit walker, and this guidebook provides step-by-step route descriptions, accompanied by detailed mapping. There are transport options for joining and leaving the walk at a number of points, making it perfect for undertaking in small sections or single-day walks. There are suggestions for accommodation en route in comfortable guest houses and alpine-style huts, making it essential reading for anyone undertaking the GEA. The Apennines are Italy's best-kept secret. Forming the rugged spine of the Italian peninsula, this range provides thousands of kilometres of marked trails over rocky crests and ridges and explores extensive forests and meadows, following routes established long ago by traders, pilgrims and shepherds and little affected by mass tourism.Table of ContentsContents Map key Overview map Introduction The GEA trek The Apennines Highlights and short walks Plants and flowers Animal life Getting there Local transport Tourist information When to go Accommodation Food and drink What to take Maps Emergencies How to use this guide Dos and don'ts Background reading The GEA Stage 1 Bocca Trabaria to Passo di Viamaggio Stage 2 Passo di Viamaggio to Caprese Michelangelo Stage 3 Caprese Michelangelo to La Verna Stage 4 La Verna to Badia Prataglia Stage 5 Badia Prataglia to Rifugio Citt#xe0; di Forlì Stage 6 Rifugio Citt#xe0; di Forlì to Passo del Muraglione Stage 7 Passo del Muraglione to Colla di Casaglia Stage 8 Colla di Casaglia to Badia Moscheta Stage 9 Badia Moscheta to Passo del Giogo Stage 10 Passo del Giogo to Passo della Futa Stage 11 Passo della Futa to Montepiano Stage 12 Montepiano to Rifugio Pacini Stage 13 Rifugio Pacini to Pracchia Stage 14 Pracchia to Lago Scaffaiolo Stage 15 Lago Scaffaiolo to Boscolungo Stage 16 Boscolungo to Lago Santo Modenese Stage 17 Lago Santo Modenese to Passo delle Radici Stage 18 Passo delle Radici to Passo di Pradarena Stage 19 Passo di Pradarena to Passo del Cerreto Stage 20 Passo del Cerreto to Prato Spilla Stage 21 Prato Spilla to Lago Santo Parmense Stage 22 Lago Santo Parmense to Passo della Cisa Stage 23 Passo della Cisa to Passo dei Due Santi Appendix A Route summary Appendix B Italian-English glossary Appendix C Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisThis guide describes 20 walks and 7 short treks in Croatia. Around half the routes focus on the striking limestone ranges of Gorski kotar and Velebit, which form part of the Dinaric Alps, but there are also routes in Dalmatia and on the Istrian peninsula, as well as four walks centred around the capital, Zagreb. They are easily accessible from the coastal resorts and main cities such as Zagreb, Rijeka and Split, and the guide includes advice on the most convenient bases. Showcasing Croatia's majestic scenery, the routes range from short, easy walks to more challenging treks and mountain traverses. Step-by-step route description is accompanied by clear mapping, and there are notes highlighting where refreshments are available on or near the trails. The treks make use of mountain huts and shelters, details of which are provided, although it is also possible to camp. The guide also includes information on local points of interest, fascinating overviews of Croatian history, plants and wildlife and a comprehensive English-Croatian glossary. Many routes take in the dramatic karst landscapes and peaks of Croatia's mountains; others explore the country's stunning national and nature parks - including the breathtaking UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes; yet more visit local attractions and highlights, such as Vrelo Cave and Pazin's castle and gorge.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Geography and geology History Architecture, art and culture Wildlife and plants Climate Getting to Croatia Visas Getting around Accommodation Food and drink Language Money Postal services and telecommunications Equipment Maps Walking and trekking in Croatia What to do in an emergency Using this guide Part 1 Walks around Zagreb Route 1 Grafičar, Sljeme Route 2 Vrh Sljeme Route 3 Veternica Cave Route 4 Samoborsko gorje Part 2 Istria and the Opatija Riviera Route 5 Vrh Učka Route 6 Pazinska jama Part 3 Gorski kotar Risnjak National Park Route 7 Vrh Risnjak Route 8 River Kupa source Route 9 Risnjak, Snježnik and Hahlić Skrad and Fužine Route 10 Vražji prolaz (‘the devil's throat') and Zeleni vir Route 11 Burnji Bitoraj Route 12 Bajersko jezero and Vrelo cave Velika kapela Route 13 Bjelolasica, Bijele stijene and Samarske stijene Route 14 Klek Part 4 Velebit Northern Velebit National Park and Central Velebit Route 15 Mali Rajinac, Veliki Zavižan and Botanički vrt Route 16 Northern Velebit and Central Velebit Paklenica National Park and Southern Velebit Route 17 Anica kuk Route 18 Manita peć Route 19 Južni Velebit (southern Velebit) and Paklenica Part 5 The Dalmatian Hinterland Route 20 Dinara Route 21 Krka National Park Route 22 Plitvice Lakes National Park Part 6 Central Dalmatia Route 23 Mosor Route 24 Kozjak Route 25 Biokovo traverse Part 7 Southern Dalmatia Route 26 Sniježnica (Ilijin vrh) Route 27 Sveti Ilija (Pelješac) Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Gateway cities - Zagreb, Rijeka, Zadar, Split Appendix C Useful contacts Appendix D Croatian language notes and glossary Appendix E Other hiking areas in Croatia Appendix F Further reading

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to the Lea Valley Walk, a 53-mile long-distance path from Luton to the Thames. It follows the River Lea from its source near Leagrave to East India Dock opposite Greenwich, with an alternative finish at Limehouse and an optional tour of the Olympic Park. On the way it passes through a blend of quiet countryside, nature reserves and urban landscapes. The Lea Valley Walk offers level, waymarked walking for all abilities. The complete trek is presented in nine stages, accompanied by clear OS mapping, with suggestions for three, four, five and six day itineraries. For those looking for an easy-to-access traffic-free day or half-day walk, the route is divided into sections with convenient railway stations close to each end. Tracing the river as it passes through Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire towards the bustle of London, this fine and varied walk takes in historical towns and villages, stately homes and castles, including Waltham Abbey and Hertford Castle, Luton Hoo, Brocket Park and Hatfield. Along with suggestions for refreshment stops and accommodation, the guidebook is packed with fascinating snippets of information about wildlife, landscape, history and industrial heritage, making it an ideal companion to exploring the river and its surroundings.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Lea Valley Walk History of the valley Heritage Up and down the valley London's greenhouse Wildlife Backpacking the Walk Day walking An almost flat walk Maps Using this guide The Lea Valley Walk Section 1 Leagrave to Luton Airport Parkway Section 2 Luton Airport Parkway to Harpenden Section 3 Harpenden to Hatfield Section 4 Hatfield to Hertford Section 5 Hertford to Broxbourne Section 6 Broxbourne to Enfield Island Section 7 Enfield Island to Tottenham Lock Section 8 Tottenham Lock to Three Mills Section 9 Three Mills to East India Dock Section 9A Three Mills to Limehouse Basin The Olympic Park Day Walk Tour of the Olympic Park Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Itinerary planner Appendix C Further information

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Book SynopsisThis guidebook describes a 240km cycle ride along the length of the Canal du Midi in southern France. Starting at Toulouse in the Haute Garonne and finishing at Sète on the Mediterranean Coast, the route is divided into five stages of about 50km. It is a flat, car-free and picturesque route mainly on the towpath, and is suitable for all abilities. The guide is written for those who want to explore the canal and visit attractions along the way. There are lots of optional detours to sites of interest near the canal, as well as six longer excursions including fortified Carcassone, Roman Narbonne, Vendres lagoon and the Portiragnes marshes. Detailed route descriptions are crammed with additional information about points of interest passed, and 1:200,000 scale maps clearly show the route for each stage of the way. Begun in 1666 the Canal du Midi is one of the world's most picturesque waterways and a World Heritage Site. This is 'La France Profonde', a region rich in history and culture, as seen in the grand homes and chateaux that grace the water's edge, and the fascinating Cathar strongholds of Carcassone, Lastours and Minerve.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map INTRODUCTION Regions of the canal History Wildlife Culture Cycling the Canal du Midi When to go Getting there and getting around Accommodation Food and drink Your bike What to take Cycling the towpath Health and safety Weather Maps Money and communications Using this guide THE CANAL DU MIDI Stage 1 Toulouse to Port Lauragais Stage 2 Port Lauragais to Carcassone Excursion 1 From Criminelle lock to St-Ferr#xe9;ol reservoir Stage 3 Carcassone to Homps Excursion 2 From Tr#xe8;bes to Lastours Excursion 3 From Homps to Minerve Stage 4 Homps to B#xe9;ziers Excursion 4 To Narbonne and Port la Nouvelle Stage 5 B#xe9;ziers to S#xe8;te Excursion 5 To Vendres salt lagoon Excursion 6 Across Portiragnes marshes to S#xe9;rignan Appendix A Stage planning tables Appendix B Accommodation Appendix C Useful information Appendix D English-French glossary Appendix E Further reading

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 43 walks in the north and east of the Yorkshire Dales, covering the Howgills, Mallerstang, Swaledale, Wensleydale and Nidderdale. Most routes are easy or moderate, although there are a handful of more demanding outings crossing rugged upland terrain.The walks, all easily accessible from Kirkby Stephen, Sedburgh, Pateley Bridge and Aysgarth, range from 5 to 19km (3–12 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–5 hours. Several walks can be combined with another to create a longer route. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket Notes on refreshments and parking Information on the region’s rich geology, history, plantlife and wildlife Part of a 2-volume set – an accompanying Cicerone guidebook Walking in the Yorkshire Dales: South and West is also available Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction The Dales Landscape Geological History ?Human Settlement ? Industry and Enterprise ? Farming in the Dales ? Plants and Wildlife ? The Northern and Eastern Dales ? The Yorkshire Dales National Park ? Navigation and Maps ?Careful Planning ? Clothing and Footwear ? Food and Drink ? Taking your Car ? Leaving your Car Behind ? Using this Guide 1 The Howgill Fells 1 Sedbergh and the River Rawthey ? 2 The Rivers Rawthey and Lune from Sedbergh ? 3 Winder, Calders and the Calf ?4 Carlin Gill and Fell Head from Fairmile Gate ? 5 The River Rawthey from the Cross Keys Inn ? 6 Cautley Crag and the Calf ?7 Around Wandale Hill ? 8 Baugh Fell from Rawthey Bridge ?9 Grisedale ?? 2 Mallerstang ? 10 High Seat ? 11 Pendragon Castle and Little Fell ? 12 Wild Boar Fell and Swarth Fell ?? 3 Swaledale and Arkengarthdale ? 13 Apedale and Harkerside Moor ? 14 Grinton and Maiden Castle ? 15 Fremington Edge ? 16 Slei Gill ? 17 Whaw to Dale Head ? 18 Old Gang and Surrender ? 19 Beside the River Swale from Gunnerside ?20 Gunnerside Gill ? 21 Ivelet Bridge from Muker ? 22 Great Shunner Fell and Lovely Seat from Thwaite ? 23 Muker, Thwaite and Kisdon Force from Keld ? 24 Whitsundale and the Head of the River Swale ?? 4 Wensleydale and Coverdale ? 25 A Walk in Coverdale ? 26 West Witton and the River Ure to Redmire Force ? 27 Aysgarth to West Burton ? 28 Aysgarth Falls ?29 Ivy Scar from Aysgarth ? 30 Whitfield Gill Force and Mill Gill Falls ? 31 By the River Ure from Bainbridge ? 32 Bainbridge to Semer Water ? 33 Aysgill Force ? 34 Dodd Fell Hill and Drumaldrace ? 35 Cotterdale ? 36 Great Shunner Fell from Hardraw ? 37 The High Way ?? 5 Nidderdale ? 38 Brimham Rocks ? 39 Ashfold Side ?40 Middlesmoor and How Stean Gorge ? 41 Nidderdale ? 42 Little Whernside ??Appendix 1 Route summaries and suggestions for longer routes ? Appendix 2 Where to find out more ?

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Book SynopsisThis guidebook describes the 570km (354 mile) Traumpfad or 'Dream Way', an Alpine trek from Munich's Mariënplatz to the Piazza San Marco in Venice. The route is broken into 30 stages of between 5hrs 30mins and 9hrs, graded according to difficulty, with 5 alternative stages and the option to spend a day traversing a section of via ferrata in the Dolomites. Previous experience of Alpine trekking is not necessary as the route is suitable for most able walkers: however, a head for heights is essential. Known as 'Europe's playground', the Alps boast an unrivalled walking infrastructure and breath-taking views of angular peaks, flower-strewn valleys and verdant slopes. Hugely popular with German trekkers but little-known in the English-speaking world, Der Traumpfad revels in this stunning scenery. The route passes through German Bavaria then Austria before entering the Italian Tyrol, taking advantage of the region's extensive network of mountain huts for accommodation en route. With custom-designed mapping and stunning colour photography, the guide has all you need to get the best from your trek. Alongside detailed route descriptions, there is useful practical advice on when to go, what to take and refreshment stops, background information on the region's fascinating history, plants and wildlife and full contact details for over 80 places to stay. The result is an ideal companion to discovering this amazing route, regarded by many German trekkers as 'the hiking experience of a lifetime'.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Overview profile Route summary table Introduction History of the region The invention of a mountain pilgrimage The route The Alpine seasons Alpine flowers, animals and birds What's the walking like? How hard is it? How long will it take? When to go Accommodation Hut life Planning your walk What to take Finding your way Using this guide 1 Munich to the Inn Valley Stage 1 Munich to Wolfratshausen Stage 2 Wolfratshausen to Bad Tölz Stage 3 Bad Tölz to the Tutzinger Hütte Stage 4 Tutzinger Hütte to Vorderriß Stage 5 Vorderriß to the Karwendelhaus Stage 6 Karwendelhaus to the Hallerangerhaus Stage 7A Hallerangerhaus to Hall Stage 7B Hallerangerhaus to Wattens 2 Inn Valley to Pfunders Stage 8A Hall to the Glungezer Hütte Stage 8B Wattens to the Lizumer Hütte Stage 9 Glungezer Hütte to the Lizumer Hütte Stage 10 Lizumer Hütte to the Tuxer Joch Haus Stage 11A Tuxer Joch Haus to the Olpererhütte Stage 11B Tuxer Joch Haus to the Geraerhütte Stage 12A Olpererhütte to Stein Stage 12B Geraerhütte to Stein Stage 13 Stein to Pfunders 3 Pfunders to Alleghe Stage 14 Pfunders to Kreuzwiesen Alm Stage 15 Kreuzwiesen Alm to the Schlüterhütte (Rifugio Genova) Stage 16 Schlüterhütte to the Puezhütte Stage 17 Puezhütte (Rifugio Puez) to Rifugio Bo#xe8; Stage 18 Rifugio Bo#xe8; to Rifugio Viel dal Pan Stage 19 Rifugio Viel dal Pan to Alleghe 4 Alleghe to Belluno Stage 20 Alleghe to Rifugio Tissi Stage 21 Rifugio Tissi to Rifugio Bruto Carestiato Stage 22 Rifugio Bruto Carestiato to Rifugio Pian de Fontana Stage 23A Rifugio Pian de Fontana to Rifugio 7th Alpini Stage 23B Rifugio Pian de Fontana to Belluno Stage 24 Rifugio 7th Alpini to Belluno 5 Belluno to Venice Stage 25 Belluno to Rifugio Col Visentin Stage 26 Rifugio Col Visentin to Tarzo Stage 27 Tarzo to Ponte della Priulä Stage 28 Ponte della Priulä to Bocca Callalta Stage 29 Bocca Callalta to Jesolo Stage 30 Jesolo to Venice Appendix A Route planner Appendix B Accommodation along the route Appendix C Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 30 walks in southern Haute Savoie. Exploring the dramatic scenery of the French Alps between Chamonix and Annecy, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. Routes range from 7 to 20km (4–12 miles) and can be enjoyed in 3–8 hours. Walks have been graded from easy to difficult allowing you to choose routes suitable for your ability. 1:50,000 maps are included for each route GPX files available to download Detailed information on planning, accommodation and transport Part of a 2-volume set, an accompanying Cicerone guidebook Walking in the Haute Savoie: North is also available Table of ContentsMap key Location of walks Preface Introduction A short history of the Haute Savoie Wildlife Plants and flowers Getting there When to go Accommodation Savoyard food and drink What to take Waymarking Maps Safety Using this guide Vall#xe9;e de l'Arve Walk 1 Le Môle Walk 2 Pointe de Marcelly Walk 3 Tour de Chevran Walk 4 Plateau d'Assy Walk 5 Refuge de Moëde-Anterne Vall#xe9;e du Haut Giffre Walk 6 Lac d'Anterne et le D#xe9;rochoir Walk 7 Lac de Gers Walk 8 Lac de la Vogealle Walk 9 T#xea;te de Bostan Walk 10 Chalets de Criou Chaîne des Aravis: Nord Walk 11 Lac B#xe9;nit Walk 12 Boucle des Confins Walk 13 Trou de la Mouche Walk 14 Circuit des Annes Walk 15 Ar#xea;te des Saix Walk 16 Boucle du Lac de Lessy Walk 17 Boucle de St-Jean-de-Sixt Chaîne des Aravis: Sud Walk 18 Pointe d'Orsi#xe8;re Walk 19 Tour de La Tulle Walk 20 Tour du Sulens Walk 21 Tour de l'Aiguille de la Tournette Walk 22 Boucle des Tervelles Plateau de la Borne Walk 23 Roche Parnal Walk 24 Montagne de Sous-Dîne Walk 25 Plateau des Gli#xe8;res Walk 26 Le Parmelan Lac d'Annecy Walk 27 La Tournette Walk 28 Cascades d'Angon Walk 29 Cr#xea;te du Taillefer Walk 30 Montagne d'Entrevernes Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Useful information Appendix C Glossary of useful French words

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to day walks and treks on the islands of La Gomera and El Hierro. Exploring the beautiful scenery of the smallest Canary Islands, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. The 33 day walks range from 7 to 20km (4–12 miles) in length and can be enjoyed in 2–8 hours. The GR131 trek crosses all seven of the Canary Islands, and the La Gomera and El Hierro sections are described in 4 stages covering 86km (53 miles). The GR132, a circular long-distance walk around La Gomera, is also included, covering 133km (83 miles) over 6 stages with 2 variants provided. 1:50,000 maps included for each walk GPX files available to download Detailed information on planning, facilities and public transport Easy access from San Sebastián and Valverde Part of a 5-volume Cicerone series on the whole of the Canary Islands Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Location Geology Wildlife National parks The Fortunate Isles Getting there When to go Accommodation Health and safety Food and drink Language Money Communications Walking on La Gomera and El Hierro What to take Waymarking and access Maps Emergencies Using this guide La Gomera Introduction Getting there Getting around Accommodation Food and drink Tourist information offices Walk 1 San Sebasti#xe1;n and Jarag#xe1;n Walk 2 Los Roques and La Laja Walk 3 Degollada de Peraza and Contreras Walk 4 Los Roques and Benchijigua Walk 5 Pajaritos to Playa de Santiago Walk 6 Igualero to La Dama Walk 7 Chipude and Barranco de Argaga Walk 8 Chipude and La Matanza Walk 9 La Laguna Grande and Alto de Garajonay Walk 10 El Cercado and Valle Gran Rey Walk 11 Las Hayas, Arure and Valle Gran Rey Walk 12 Vallehermoso to Chorros de Epina Walk 13 Vallehermoso and Cumbre de Chijer#xe9; Walk 14 Vallehermoso and Los Loros Walk 15 Hermigua and Aguló Walk 16 Alto de Garajonay to Hermigua Walk 17 Santa Catalina and La Caleta Walk 18 GR 132: San Sebasti#xe1;n to Playa de Santiago Walk 19 GR 132: Playa de Santiago to La Dama Walk 20 GR 132: La Dama to Arure Walk 21 GR 132: Arure to Playa de Vallehermoso Walk 22 GR 132: Arure to Vallehermoso Walk 23 GR 132a: Playa de Vallehermoso to Santa Catalina Walk 24 GR 132b: Vallehermoso to Santa Catalina Walk 25 GR 132: Santa Catalina to San Sebasti#xe1;n Walk 26 GR 131: Playa de Vallehermoso to Chipude Walk 27 GR 131: Chipude to San Sebasti#xe1;n El Hierro Introduction Getting there Getting around Accommodation Food and drink Tourist information offices Walk 28 Valverde and La Caleta Walk 29 Valverde and Puerto de La Estaca Walk 30 Valverde, Echedo and El Mocanal Walk 31 Valverde to La Peña Walk 32 La Peña, San Andr#xe9;s and El Mocanal Walk 33 Puerto de La Estaca, La Cuesta and Tiñor Walk 34 Mirador de Isora and Las Playas Walk 35 El Pinar to Cala de Tacorón Walk 36 El Pinar to La Restinga Walk 37 Ermita de Los Reyes to El Pinar Walk 38 El Pinar to Sabinosa Walk 39 La Dehesa Circuit Walk 40 Sabinosa to El Frontera Walk 41 El Frontera and Los Llanillos Walk 42 Guinea and San Andr#xe9;s Walk 43 Las Puntas and Guinea Walk 44 GR 131: Orchilla to Fuente de Llanía Walk 45 GR 131: Fuente de Llanía to Estaca/Tamaduste Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Topographical glossary Appendix C Useful contacts

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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 SynopsisThis guide describes the eleven-day 163km Tour of the Vanoise and the five-day 72km Tour des Glaciers de la Vanoise, two fantastic hut-to-hut treks through the pristine Alpine landscapes of France's Vanoise National Park. Three other short treks - the Tour of the Eastern Vanoise, the Tour of the Western Vanoise and a Traverse of the Vanoise via the GR5 and GR55 - are also summarised. The routes tackle several passes in excess of 2500m but there are no glacier crossings, no significant scrambling and no lengthy paths exposed to either stonefall or vertigo-inspiring exposure (though optional variants may involve some slightly more challenging sections), and waymarking is usually clear - making this an ideal route for those new to Alpine trekking. The guide contains everything you need to plan and walk the routes, with advice on travel to the region, accommodation and recommended kit. Clear route description, mapping and overview statistics are provided for each day stage, there are notes on the region's plants and wildlife and other points of interest, and accommodation listings and a handy glossary can be found in the appendices. Completing the package, the beautiful colour photos will call to your wanderlust. The Vanoise is less well known than its neighbours Mont Blanc and the Ecrins massif but is equally beautiful. The scenery is quintessentially Alpine, with 3000m peaks decorated with gleaming glaciers and snowfields, valleys glistening with lakes and streams, towering moraine walls, impossibly steep rock slabs and, in the early summer, meadows extravagant with a riot of alpine flowers. A well-appointed network of refuges promises a warm welcome at the end of each day's walking. It's a perfect place to experience the pleasures of Alpine trekking and these routes offer the ideal opportunity to explore this magnificent region.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary tables Introduction Tour of the Vanoise Tour des Glaciers de la Vanoise Short tours in the Vanoise When to go How to get there Accommodation Notes for walkers Recommended maps Equipment Safety in the mountains The Vanoise National Park Wildlife and Alpine flowers Using this guide Tour of the Vanoise Stage 1 Modane to Refuge de l'Org#xe8;re Stage 2 Refuge de l'Org#xe8;re to Refuge de Plan Sec Stage 3 Refuge de Plan Sec to Refuge de l'Arpont Stage 4 Refuge de l'Arpont to Refuge du Plan du Lac Stage 5 Refuge du Plan du Lac to Refuge du Vallonbrun Stage 6 Refuge du Vallonbrun to Bonneval-sur-Arc Stage 7 Bonneval-sur-Arc to Val d'Is#xe8;re Stage 7A Bonneval-sur-Arc to Refuge de la Femma Stage 8 Val d'Is#xe8;re to Refuge de la Leisse Stage 8A Val d'Is#xe8;re to Refuge de la Femma Stage 9 Refuge de la Leisse to Pralognan-la-Vanoise Stage 9A Refuge de la Femma to Pralognan-la-Vanoise Stage 10 Pralognan-la-Vanoise to Refuge de P#xe9;clet-Polset Stage 11 Refuge de P#xe9;clet-Polset to Modane Tour des Glaciers de la Vanoise Stage 1 Pralognan-la-Vanoise to Refuge de la Valette Stage 2 Refuge de la Valette to Refuge du Fond d'Aussois Stage 3 Refuge du Fond d'Aussois to Refuge de l'Arpont Stage 4 Refuge de l'Arpont to Refuge de la Col de la Vanoise Stage 5 Refuge de la Col de la Vanoise to Pralognan-la-Vanoise Short tours in the Vanoise 1 Tour of the Eastern Vanoise 2 Tour of the Western Vanoise 3 Traverse of the Vanoise via the GR5 and GR55 Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B Accommodation Appendix C French-English glossary Appendix D Bibliography

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 100 walks in the Ben Nevis and Glen Coe region. Routes are graded according to difficulty, and range between short, easy strolls and long, challenging walks with overnight bothy stays.The walks range in length from 2 to 34km (1–21 miles) and include low-level routes, 3 scrambles and 44 Munro summits. Either 1:50,000 OS maps or 1:100,000 route maps included for each walk Easy access from Fort William and Kinlochleven Highlights include the Grey Corries, Aonach Eagach ridge scramble and Black Mount Information included on transport, accommodation and facilities Table of ContentsMap key Overview maps Introduction ‘Glen Coe, Glen Coe, it's the place to go…' Getting there, getting about, food and shelter Oh, Sir Hugh Munro Walking conditions When to go Safety in the mountains Maps Compass and GPS Using this guide Part 1 Fort William and Glen Nevis 1 Cow Hill and Druimarbin 2 Nevis Gorge 3 Meall Cumhann 4 Down Glen Nevis 5 Corrour Station to Glen Nevis 6 Caledonian Canal Part 2 Ben Nevis and the Aonachs Summit Summary: Ben Nevis 7 Ben Nevis by the Mountain Track 8 Carn Mor Dearg Ar#xea;te 9 Ledge Route 10 Half Ben Nevis (CIC Hut) 11 Meall an t-Suidhe 12 Carn Mor Dearg East Ridge 13 Aonach Beag from the Back 14 Aonach Mor by Gondola and Stob an Cul Choire Part 3 Grey Corries and Spean Bridge Summit Summary: Grey Corries 15 Grey Corries Ridge 16 Coire an Eoin 17 Stob Coire Easain North Ridge 18 Stob Coire Claurigh North Ridge 19 Cul Coirean 20 Lairig Leacach and Lochan Rath 21 Lairig Leacach to Stob Ban 22 Meanach Bothy to Stob Ban 23 The Innses 24 Lairig Leacach: Corrour to Spean Bridge Part 4 Mamores Summit Summary: Mamores 25 Mamores Main Ridge Eastbound 25A Bodach Bypass: Eastbound 26 Mullach nan Coirean North Ridge 27 Stob Ban North Ridge 28 Coire Mhusgain 29 Sgurr a' Mhaim and Devil's Ridge 29A Escaping the Devil 30 Gearanach and Garbhanach 31 Escape from Coire a' Mhail 32 Round the Back to Binnein Mor 33 Sgurr Eilde Beag to Binnein Mor 34 Coire na Ba to Stob Coire a' Chairn 35 Am Bodach East Corrie 36 Sgurr an Fhuarain: Descent 37 Coire na h-Eirghe 38 Mamores Main Ridge Westbound 38A Bodach Bypass: Westbound 39 Ring of Steall 40 The Back of the Binneins Part 5 Kinlochleven 41 Mam na Gualainn 42 Kinlochleven's Pipeline Path 43 Blackwater Dam 44 The Back of the Blackwater 45 Loch Eilde Mor to Lairig Leacach 46 Gleann Iolairean or Leum Uilleim to Corrour Part 6 Glen Coe 47 The Thunderbolt: Beinn a' Bheithir 48 Meall Lighiche and Sgor na h-Ulaidh 49 Signal Rock 50 Glencoe Lochan 51 Pap of Glencoe 52 Aonach Eagach 53 Am Bodach and the End of the Aonach Eagach 54 Buachaille Etive Beag 55 The Big Buachaille 56 Round Buachaille Beag: the Two Passes 57 Beinn a' Chrulaiste 58 The Lost Valley Visit Part 7 Bidean nam Bian Summit Summary: Bidean nam Bian 59 Coire nam Beitheach to Stob Coire nam Beith 60 East Coire nam Beitheach 61 Aonach Dubh to Stob Coire nan Lochan 62 Stob Coire nan Lochan Northeast Ridge 63 Gearr Aonach by the Zigzags 64 The Lost Valley 65 Beinn Fhada 66 Stob Coire Sgreamhach from Lairig Eilde 67 Dalness Waterfall Way 68 Beinn Maol Chaluim 69 Old Glencoe Road Part 8 Glen Etive 70 Beinn Sgulaird 71 Beinn Fhionnlaidh 72 Beinn Trilleachan 73 Ben Starav 74 The Back of Starav 75 Glas Bheinn Mhor 76 Tarsuinn Slabs: Meall nan Eun and Stob Coir' an Albannaich 77 Loch Etive Linear Part 9 Black Mount Summit Summary: Black Mount 78 Stob Ghabhar by Mam nan Sac 79 Stob Ghabhar South Ridge 80 Coirein Lochain of Stob Ghabhar 81 Stob a' Choire Odhair to Stob Ghabhar 82 Meall a' Bhuiridh to Creise 83 Sron na Creise 84 Beinn Mhic Chasgaig 85 The Black Mount Traverse: Northbound 86 The Black Mount Traverse: Southbound 87 Beinn Ceitlein to Black Mount 88 Beinn nan Aighenan 89 Glen Kinglass Part 10 Ben Cruachan and Oban Summit Summary: Ben Cruachan 90 Cruachan Horseshoe 91 Meall Cuanail 92 Beinn a' Bhuiridh add-on 92A Descent North from Beinn a' Bhuiridh 93 Cruachan Ridge in Reverse 94 Dalmally Horseshoe 95 Stob Garbh Southeast Ridge 96 Drochaid Ghlas Northeast Ridge 97 Cruachan Reservoir 98 Eunuch and Cockle 99 Kerrera Island 100 Beinn Lora Appendix A The Long Routes Appendix B Access (in particular during the deer-stalking season) Appendix C Information, accommodation and facilities Appendix D Further reading Appendix E Geology

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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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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 75 walks in South Africa’s Maloti-Drakensberg Park and Royal Natal National Park. Graded from easy to strenuous, the routes explore the dramatic scenery of this stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walks range from 1 to 26km (1–16 miles) and can be enjoyed in 1–10 hours. Highlights include Giants’s Castle, Cathedral Peal, Monk’s Cowl and 2000-year-old Bushman paintings. Clear route description illustrated with 1:50,000 sketch maps Safety advice and information on specific challenges that may be encountered, such as navigational difficulty, exposure and chain ladders All you need to know before visiting the parks: getting there, accommodation, permits, etc Notes on the region’s rich geology, history and wildlife Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION Geography Geology Mammals Snakes Birds The habitats Bushman Paintings The development of the Park About the walks Getting there Accommodation The climate - when to visit Health matters Safety Security Telecommunications Using this Guide Maps THE WALKS 1 Royal Natal National Park Walks 1 to 13 2 Cathedral Peak Walks 14 to 25 3 Monk's Cowl Walks 26 to 37 4 Injisuthi Walks 38 to 43 5 Giant's Castle Walks 44 to 47 6 Highmoor Walks 48 to 51 7 Kamberg Walk 52 8 Lotheni Walks 53 to 57 9 Cobham Walks 58 to 68 10 Garden Castle Walks 69 to 74 11 Bushman's Nek Walk 75 APPENDIX A: Walk summary table APPENDIX B: Facilities within the Park areas APPENDIX C: Useful contacts APPENDIX D: Further reading

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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 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 SynopsisA large-format guidebook to 29 short backpacking excursions of 2–4 days, plus one single-day route, in the Scottish Highlands and Islands. Perfect for a long weekend or short break, the routes cross rugged remote terrain, calling for good fitness, navigational skill and self-reliance. Covering the Inner and Outer Hebrides and the northern half of Scotland, the routes range from 13 to 94km (8–58 miles). Many offer the option to stay in a bothy, although the majority require at least one night’s wild camping. Clear route description illustrated with 1:100,000 mapping GPX files available for download Practical information for planning your trip, plus notes on history, geology, plants and wildlife A list of the Munros and Corbetts visited on the routes Inspirational colour photography Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Introduction The Scottish Highlands Wildness and wilderness in a Scottish context Wildlife Plants and flowers Geology Backpacking in the Highlands Getting there Getting around Equipping for Scotland's backcountry Using bothies Backpacking with dogs Environmental impact and Leave No Trace Maps and route-finding Safety and emergencies Using this guide Western Highlands and Inner Hebrides Route 1 The Glen Etive Five Route 2 Fort William to Glenfinnan via north Ardgour Route 3 Streap and Braigh nan Uamhachan Route 4 The west coast of Jura Route 5 Around the coast of Rùm Route 6 Isle of Skye: Glen Sligachan, Loch Coruisk and Camasunary Central and Eastern Highlands Route 7 Ben Alder: Tour of the ridges Route 8 Blair Atholl to Kingussie Route 9 The Mòine Mhòr Munros Route 10 Ben Avon and Beinn a' Bhuird Route 11 Northeast Cairngorms Northwest Highlands Route 12 Inverinate Forest and the Gates of Affric Route 13 Affric Haute Route Route 14 Killilan Forest: Sgùman Còinntich, Faochaig, and Aonach Buidhe Route 15 The Applecross Peninsula: Sgùrr a' Chaorachain and Beinn Bh#xe0;n Route 16 Achnashellach, Bendronaig and West Monar Route 17 Coulin Forest Route 18 The Fannichs Route 19 Fisherfield and Letterewe Route 20 Flowerdale Three: Beinn Eoin, Beinn Dearg and Baosbheinn The Far North Route 21 The Postie's Path and the Coigach group Route 22 Glencoul, Gleann Dubh and Beinn Leòid Route 23 Ben Klibreck and the Ben Armine Forest Route 24 Around Strath Dionard Route 25 Cape Wrath, Sandwood Bay and the Parph Outer Hebrides Route 26 A circuit of Mingulay Route 27 Hecla, Beinn Mhòr and South Uist's wild east coast Route 28 Harris Hills, Loch R#xe8;asort and Cravadale Route 29 Isle of Lewis: Uig Hills and coast Route 30 Isle of Lewis: Pairc Peninsula Appendix A Table of Munros and Corbetts Appendix B Glossary Appendix C Further reading

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 70 day walks on the Azores. Exploring the varied scenery of all nine islands of this remote Atlantic archipelago, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. Walks range from 4 to 25km (2–16 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–8 hours. The routes cover the three island groups: the Eastern Group (São Miguel and Santa Maria), Central Group (Terceira, Graciosa, São Jorge, Pico and Faial) and Western Group (Flores and Corvo). 1:50,000 maps are included for each walk GPX files available to download Detailed information on planning, facilities and public transport Highlights include an ascent of Pico, Portugal’s highest mountain Includes sections of the multi-day GR1 route Table of ContentsAzores general location map Map of the Azores Map key Introduction Location Geology Landscape Discovery and history Wildlife Protected areas Getting to the Azores Getting around the Azores Accommodation Currency Language Food and drink Weather Tourist information Emergencies Walking in the Azores Maps Waymarking and access What to take Using this guide Eastern Group Ilha de São Miguel Walk 1 Circuit of the Caldeira das Sete Cidades Walk 2 Sete Cidades and Lagoa Verde Walk 3 João Bom to Candel#xe1;ria Walk 4 Capelas to Rabo de Peixe Walk 5 Rem#xe9;dios and Janela do Inferno Walk 6 Lagoa do Fogo from Água de Alto Walk 7 Caldeiras and Salto do Cabrito Walk 8 Furnas and Lagoa das Furnas Walk 9 Pico do Ferro Walk 10 Povoação to Ribeira Quente Walk 11 Ribeira do Faial da Terra Walk 12 Lomba da Fazenda Walk 13 Pico da Vara Walk 14 Achadinha and Salga Walk 15 Fenais da Ajuda Walk 16 Ribeira Funda and Maia Ilha de Santa Maria Walk 17 GR1 Vila do Porto to Cardal Walk 18 GR1 Cardal to Norte Walk 19 GR1 Norte to Bananeiras Walk 20 GR1 Bananeiras to Vila do Porto Walk 21 Santa B#xe1;rbara and Norte Walk 22 Pico Alto Central Group Ilha Terceira Walk 23 Monte Brasil from Angra do Heroísmo Walk 24 Serreta and Lagoinha Walk 25 Gruta do Natal and Mist#xe9;rios Negros Walk 26 Rocha do Chambre Walk 27 Alagoa and Ponta do Mist#xe9;rio Walk 28 Baldio and Biscoito da Fontainha Walk 29 São Sebastião and Porto Judeu Ilha Graciosa Walk 30 GR1 Santa Cruz to Praia Walk 31 GR1 Praia to Luz Walk 32 GR1 Luz to Santa Cruz Walk 33 Caldeira and Furna do Enxofre Ilha de São Jorge Walk 34 GR1 Ponta do Topo to São Tom#xe9; Walk 35 GR1 São Tom#xe9; to Serra do Topo Walk 36 GR1 Serra do Topo to Fajã dos Cubres Walk 37 Norte Pequeno and Fajã da Penedia Walk 38 Pico do Pedro to Fajã do Ouvidor Walk 39 Santo António and Fajã de Al#xe9;m Walk 40 Farol dos Rosais and Pico da Velha Ilha do Pico Walk 41 Gruta das Torres to Madalena Walk 42 Fetais, Lajido and Santa Luzia Walk 43 Santana to Lajido Walk 44 Lagoa do Capitão to São Roque do Pico Walk 45 Caminho dos Burros Walk 46 Caminho das Lagoas Walk 47 Prainha do Norte Walk 48 Santo Amaro to Piedade Walk 49 Calhau, Manhenha and Piedade Walk 50 Calheta de Nesquim Walk 51 Lajes and Cabeço do Geraldo Walk 52 São João to Silveira Walk 53 Ascent of Pico Ilha do Faial Walk 54 GR1 Capelinhos to Capelo Walk 55 GR1 Capelo to Miradouro da Caldeira Walk 56 GR1 Miradouro da Caldeira to Porto da Boca da Ribeira Walk 57 Horta and Monte da Guia Walk 58 Morro de Castelo Branco Walk 59 Praia do Norte and Fajã Walk 60 Levada walk to Alto do Chão Walk 61 Caldeira do Faial Western Group Ilha das Flores Walk 62 GR1 Santa Cruz to Ponta Delgada Walk 63 GR1 Ponta Delgada to Fajã Grande Walk 64 GR1 Fajã Grande to Lajedo Walk 65 Lagoas to Fajã Grande Walk 66 Água Quente Walk 67 Fajã de Lopo Vaz Ilha do Corvo Walk 68 Lagoa do Caldeirão Walk 69 Cara do Índio Walk 70 Farol da Carneira Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Language notes and topographical glossary Appendix C Useful contacts

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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 guidebook describes two cycle routes between London and Paris: the 490km 'classic route' and the 387km Avenue Verte. Passing through rolling chalk downland and characterful market towns, the trails link these two great cities with their grand buildings, famous museums and iconic monuments. Ideal both for cycle-touring holidays and charity challenges, both routes are well within the capabilities of cyclists of moderate fitness and will generally take between five days and a week - meaning that a round trip, including a few days sightseeing in Paris, can easily be accomplished in a fortnight. The routes are described in both directions, with the primary route description running from London to Paris. The classic route is presented in eleven stages; the Avenue Verte in nine, with clear step-by-step directions accompanied by mapping, elevation profiles and notes on local points of interest. A comprehensive introduction covers all the practicalities, such as Channel crossings, accommodation and what to take, and also offers a fascinating historical overview of southern England and northern France. A summary of facilities, useful contacts and an English-French glossary can be found in the appendices. The classic route crosses the Channel between Dover and Calais and makes use of quiet country roads, rural tracks and dedicated cycle paths, with a number of off-road sections. Developed to celebrate the 2012 London Olympics, the Avenue Verte is fully waymarked and makes maximum use of Sustrans off-road cycle tracks in England and voies vertes (rural cycle routes) in France: it uses the slightly longer Newhaven-Dieppe crossing. Cycling from London to Paris draws on the best of both worlds: England and France; the bright lights and vibrant attractions of the city and the delightful scenery of Kent, Sussex, Hauts-de-France and Normandy. The journey offers a wonderful cycling experience, as well as a unique insight into the cultures of both nations.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary tables Introduction Background The routes Natural environment Preparation Getting there and back Navigation Accommodation Food and drink Amenities and services What to take Safety and emergencies About this guide Classic route (via Dover-Calais) Stage 1 Tower of London to Rochester Stage 2 Rochester to Ashford Stage 3 Ashford to Dover Stage 4 Calais to Desvres Stage 5 Desvres to Hesdin Stage 6 Hesdin to Abbeville Stage 7 Abbeville to Amiens Stage 8 Amiens to Beauvais Stage 9 Beauvais to Chantilly Stage 10 Chantilly to St Denis market Stage 11 St Denis market to Eiffel Tower Avenue Verte (via Newhaven-Dieppe) Stage 1 London Eye to Redhill Stage 2 Redhill to Eridge Stage 3 Eridge to Newhaven Stage 4 Dieppe to Neufch#xe2;tel-en-Bray Stage 5 Neufch#xe2;tel-en-Bray to Gournay-en-Bray Stage 6 Gournay-en-Bray to Gisors Stage 7 Gisors to Neuville-sur-Oise Stage 8 Neuville-sur-Oise to St Denis station Stage 9 St Denis station to Notre Dame cathedral Appendix A Facilities summary tables Appendix B Tourist information offices Appendix C Youth hostels Appendix D Useful contacts Appendix E Language glossary

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 40 circular day walks in Pembrokeshire. Exploring the dramatic scenery of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Preseli Hills and Daugleddau the walks are suitable for all abilities, from gentle strolls to more strenuous and demanding walks.The walks range in length from 3–20km (2–12 miles) and take between 1–7 hours to complete, perfect for either a short stroll or a full day out. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk Detailed information on refreshments, public transport and toilets is given for each walk Easy access from Cardigan, Haverfordwest and Tenby Local points of interest are featured including Carew Castle Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction The legacy of the past The national park Pembrokeshire's coast An unspoilt hinterland Things to take along Getting there Getting around Terrain and weather Tides A changing countryside Using this guide Walks along the coast Walk 1 Amroth and Pleasant Valley Walk 2 Manorbier Walk 3 Bosherston and the Lily Ponds Walk 4 Stackpole and the Lily Ponds Walk 5 The Angle Peninsula Walk 6 The Dale Peninsula Walk 7 Marloes Sands and the Deer Park Walk 8 St Brides and Musselwick Walk 9 St David's and St Non's Walk 10 Ramsey Sound Walk 11 St David's Head and Carn Llidi Walk 12 Around Ynys Barry Walk 13 Porthgain Walk 14 Aber Mawr and Penmorfa Walk 15 Aber Mawr and Aber Bach Walk 16 Strumble Head Walk 17 Dinas Island Walk 18 Ceibwr Bay and Pwllygranant Walks in the Preseli Hills Walk 19 Foel Eryr Walk 20 Foel Cwmcerwyn Walk 21 Carn Menyn and the ‘Bluestones' Walk 22 Foeldrygarn Walks around the Daugleddau Walk 23 Cresswell Quay and Lawrenny Walk 24 Landshipping Quay Walk 25 Little Milford Wood and the Western Cleddau Walk 26 Minwear Wood Walk 27 Blackpool Mill and Slebech Church Rivers, woodland and a lake Walk 28 Carew Castle and Mill Walk 29 Kilgetty Walk 30 Canaston Wood Walk 31 Llawhaden Walk 32 Great Treffgarne Mountain Walk 33 Treffgarne Gorge Walk 34 Llys-y-fr#xe2;n Reservoir Walk 35 Ffynone Falls and the Dulas Valley Walk 36 Cwm Gwaun Walk 37 Coed Pontfaen Walk 38 Mynydd Caregog and Carn Ingli Walk 39 Pentre Ifan Nature Reserve Walk 40 Cilgerran and the Teifi Marshes Nature Reserve Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Useful information

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 40 day walks in and around the valley of the River Lune, which wends its way between the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District National Parks. From riverside paths to fell-tops and fields, there are walks for all abilities.The walks range in length from 5–18km (3–11 miles) and can be enjoyed in between 1 and 6 hours. They are arranged geographically, following the Lune as it flows from near Kirkby Stephen in Cumbria, around the Howgill Fells and downstream towards its mouth on Morecambe Bay, Lancashire. 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 Location of walks Introduction Origins and landscape History Wildlife Transport Accommodation and facilities Navigation and maps Planning your walk Using this guide Walk 1 Weasdale and Randygill Top Walk 2 Newbiggin-on-Lune Walk 3 Wath to Kelleth Walk 4 Bowderdale and The Calf Walk 5 Gaisgill to Orton Walk 6 Orton Scar Walk 7 Birk Beck Walk 8 Bretherdale Walk 9 Blease Fell Walk 10 Jeffrey's Mount and Borrowdale Walk 11 Whinfell and Borrowdale Walk 12 Carlin Gill Walk 13 Beck Foot Walk 14 Firbank and Bridge End Walk 15 Winder, Calders and The Calf Walk 16 Sedbergh and the River Rawthey Walk 17 Frostrow Fells and Dentdale Walk 18 Beside the River Dee from Dent Walk 19 Killington Walk 20 Calf Top Walk 21 Barbon Low Fell Walk 22 Around Casterton Walk 23 Kirkby Lonsdale Walk 24 By the Lune from Kirkby Lonsdale Walk 25 Leck Beck Walk 26 Arkholme and the River Lune Walk 27 Melling Walk 28 Roeburndale Walk 29 Whit Moor Walk 30 Littledale Walk 31 Clougha Pike Walk 32 Aughton and the River Lune Walk 33 Halton, the Crook o'Lune and Gray's Seat Walk 34 Slyne and the Lune Aqueduct Walk 35 Around Lancaster Walk 36 The Lune and the Lancaster Canal Walk 37 Glasson Dock and the Lancaster Canal Spur Walk 38 Cockersand Abbey Walk 39 Overton and Bazil Point Walk 40 Sunderland Point Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B The Lune Valley end to end Appendix C Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisRobert Louis Stevenson's 'Travels with a donkey in the Cévennes' is a classic of travel literature. The GR70 long-distance trail is based on the author's route, allowing walkers to follow in the footsteps of Stevenson and his four-legged companion Modestine through the beautiful Cévennes region on the edge of France's Massif Central. The route is ideal for both first-time trekkers and more experienced hikers, covering around 272km of gently undulating countryside from Le-Puy-en-Velay to Alès. It can be completed in under a fortnight. The trail is presented in 12 stages of 16 to 30km, each with clear route description and mapping, an elevation profile, notes on local points of interest and a brief account of Robert Louis Stevenson's experiences on that section of the route. There is useful advice for planning your trip - including when to go, what to take and how to get there - and accommodation listings. Following drove roads, bridleways and footpaths, the GR70 showcases the landscapes of the Cévennes: wildflower meadows, rolling hills, chestnut woods, limestone gorges and meandering rivers. Characterful villages provide accommodation and other services and offer an opportunity to sample the delicious local produce. There are also glimpses into the region's fascinating history, from pre-historic burial sites to locations associated with the eighteenth-century Protestant Camisards who resisted religious persecution. While many things have undoubtedly changed since Stevenson's visit, the area retains its authentic rural charm and you will soon discover just why Stevenson found it so appealing.Table of ContentsRoute summary table Map key Overview map Introduction About Robert Louis Stevenson The trail When to go Suggested itinerary Travelling to and from the trail Accommodation Food and supplies What to take Language Maps and waymarking Using this guide The GR70 Stage 1 Le Puy-en-Velay to Le Monastier-sur-Gazeille Stage 2 Le Monastier-sur-Gazeille to Le Bouchet-St-Nicolas Stage 3 Le Bouchet-St-Nicolas to Langogne Stage 4 Langogne to Cheylard-l'Év#xea;que Stage 5 Cheylard-l'Év#xea;que to La Bastide-Puylaurent Stage 6 La Bastide-Puylaurent to Le Bleymard Stage 7 Le Bleymard to Le Pont-de-Montvert Stage 8 Le Pont-de-Montvert to Florac Stage 9 Florac to Cassagnas Stage 10 Cassagnas to St-Germain-de-Calberte Stage 11 St-Germain-de-Calberte to St-Jean-du-Gard Stage 12 St-Jean-du-Gard to Al#xe8;s Appendix A Useful contacts and information Appendix B Accommodation Appendix C Campsites Appendix D French-English glossary

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 22 trekking routes in Bhutan, plus variants. The graded routes vary in terms of difficulty, although many involve high altitude and remote terrain calling for self-reliance. The routes range from 2 to 24 days. Highlights include the Lunana ‘Snowman’ Trek, the Jhomolhari Trek, the Druk Path Trek, the Dagala ‘Thousand Lakes’ Trek, and opportunities to visit Gangkar Punsum Base Camp. Route description illustrated with sketch mapping Can be used to select, prepare for and enhance an organised expedition (since independent trekking is not permitted in Bhutan) Notes on trekking seasons, outfitters, transport, accommodation and food, equipment, and medical considerations (including safety at altitude) An insight into Bhutanese mountain life, plus advice on cultural awareness Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Foreword by Her Majesty the Queen of Bhutan Prefaces Introduction The thrill of Bhutan Preparations and practicalities Trekking Climate and trekking seasons Organising a trek Getting there and getting around Accommodation and food Environmental and cultural awareness Equipment and maps Medical considerations Using this guide All about Bhutan Protected areas Plantlife Wildlife Yaks and yak herding The formation of the mountains Rivers and glaciers Mountaineering in Bhutan Buddhism and local beliefs West Bhutan The Haa Valley Trek 1 Haa Planters' Trail Trek 2 Nob Tshona Patta Tsho and Rigona Tsho Lunana Trek 3 The Lunana 'Snowman' Trek Trek 3A Lunana to Bumthang Trek 4 The Jhomolhari Bonte La Circuit Trek 5 Shana to Thimphu via Lingshi Trek 6 Masa Gang Base Camp from Laya Trek 7 The Druk Path Trek The Dagala (Thousand Lakes) Trek Trek 8 Geynikha to Talakha Trek 8A Geynikha to Dagana The Phobjika Valley Trek 9 The Original Gangte Trek Trek 9A A Southern Gangte Trek Central Bhutan The Black Mountains Trek 10 The Nabji Korphu Trek Trek 11 The Nubi Chutey Trek Trek 12 Trongsa to Dur Tsachu Trek 13 Bumthang to Lunana Gangkar Punsum Trek 14 Gangkar Punsum Base Camp via Dur Tsachu Trek 15 Gangkar Punsum southeast face via Thole La Trek 16 Gangkar Punsum southeast face and Base Camp Bumthang Trek 17 Bumthang Cultural Trek, Tang valley and Lhuntshi valley Trek 18 Bumthang Owl Trek and the Royal Heritage Trek Zhemgang Trek 19 The Ura Buli Trek East Bhutan Trek 20 Rigsum Gompa to Dechhenphodrang Trek 21 The Merak Sakteng Trek Trek 22 The Far-Out East Bhutan Trek Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B List of maps Appendix C Useful contacts Appendix D Useful terms and acronyms Appendix E Bibliography Appendix F Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to seven circular treks exploring the Pyrenees of France and Spain. The treks are designed with accommodation in mountain refuges or mountain villages at the end of each stage, though there are plenty of options to camp for those who prefer to backpack. Detailed descriptions for each stage of the route are accompanied by sketch maps and elevation profiles. Route 1: Tour of the Basque Country - This route takes you over the steep rolling hills (in both France and Spain) at the western end of the Pyrenees. Accommodation is mainly in Basque villages with steep climbs leading to long walks along easy grassy ridges. Route 2: Pic du Midi d'Ossau - This route takes in the magnificent limestone scenery at the western end of the High Pyrenees by combining the popular Tour du Pic du Midi d'Ossau, in France, with the best sections of the quieter La Senda de Camille on the Spanish side of the border. Route 3: Tour de Vignemale and La Alta Ruta de Los Perdidos - This is the most demanding trek in the guide with easy scrambling over steep passes. The magnificent trek through the alpine terrain around Vignemale and Monte Perdido includes six of the honeypots of the Pyrenees; Cauterets, Vignemale, Gavarnie, Pineta, Ordesa and the Picos del Infierno. Route 4: Reserve Naturelle de Neouvielle - The shortest trek in this guide takes you through the popular Reserve Naturelle de Neouvielle and the surrounding mountains in the French Parc National des Pyrenees. It visits many lakes and tarns in magnificent granite scenery and there is the opportunity to climb several peaks, including Pic du Midi de Bigorre and Pic de Bastan. The trek is based around the GR10 and one of its variations, the GR10C. Route 5: Carros de Foc - The Carros de Foc is an understandably popular trek in the magnificent Parc Nacional d'Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici, in the Spanish part of Catalonia. This is another granite massif dotted with hundreds of lakes and tarns. The huts are close together so there is a great deal of flexibility in planning, with most walkers taking 5-7 days for the trek. Route 6: Tour des Montagnes d'Ax and the Tour des Perics - The Ariege is a relatively unknown area at the eastern end of the High Pyrenees. This tour combines the magnificent alpine mountains of the Tour des Montagnes d'Ax on either flank of the Vallee de l'Ariege with the Tour des Perics in the gentler scenic mountains of the Cerdagne in the French part of Catalonia. Route 7: The icons of Catalonia: Puigmal and Canigou - Our final tour goes through both the Spanish and French parts of Catalonia at the eastern end of the Pyrenees, taking in ascents of the two most climbed peaks in the Pyrenees; Puigmal and Canigou. Despite rising to almost 3000m the mountain ridges are gentler than in the High Pyrenees, more reminiscent of the Scottish Highlands, although the valleys still have an alpine feel. Much of the time is spent on spectacular high-level traverses of steep mountain slopes.Table of ContentsSummary of the treks Overview map Map key Preface Introduction Overview of the treks Weather and when to go Wildlife Access Accommodation Equipment Camping Water Swimming Fuel Culture and language Using this guide Route 1 Tour of the Basque Country Stage 1 St-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry Stage 2 Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry to Bidarray Stage 3 Bidarray to Ainhoa Stage 4 Ainhoa to Sare Stage 5 Sare to Bera (Vera de Bidasoa) Stage 6 Bera to Elizondo Stage 7 Elizondo to Aldudes Stage 8 Aldudes to Burguete (Auritz) Stage 9 Burguete to St-Jean-Pied-de-Port Route 2 Pic du Midi d'Ossau and the limestone peaks of the 
 western Pyrenees Stage 1 Etsaut to Camping du Lauzart (Lescun) Stage 2 Camping du Lauzart (Lescun) to Refugio de Linza Stage 3 Refugio de Linza to Refugio de Gabardito Stage 4 Refugio de Gabardito to Refugio de Lizara Stage 5 Refugio de Lizara to Col du Somport Stage 6 Col du Somport to Refuge de Pombie Stage 7 Refuge de Pombie to Refuge d'Ayous Stage 8 Refuge d'Ayous to Etsaut Route 3 Tour de Vignemale and 
 La Alta Ruta de Los Perdidos Stage 1 Cauterets to Refuge des Oulettes de Gaube Stage 2 Refuge des Oulettes de Gaube to Refuge des Granges de Holle (Gavarnie) Stage 3 Refuge des Granges de Holle to Refuge des Éspuguettes Stage 4 Refuge des Éspuguettes to Refugio de Pineta Stage 5 Refugio de Pineta to Refugio de Góriz Stage 6 Refugio de Góriz to Refuge de la Br#xe8;che de Roland Stage 7 Refuge de la Br#xe8;che de Roland to Refugio de Bujaruelo Stage 8 Refugio de Bujaruelo to Baños de Panticosa Stage 9 Baños de Panticosa to Refugio de Respomuso Stage 10 Refugio de Respomuso to Refuge Wallon Stage 11 Refuge Wallon to Cauterets Route 4 R#xe9;serve Naturelle de N#xe9;ouvielle Stage 1 Bar#xe8;ges to Artigues Stage 2 Artigues to Refuge de Campana de Cloutou Stage 3 Refuge de Campana de Cloutou to Lac d'Or#xe9;don Stage 4 Lac d'Or#xe9;don to Bar#xe8;ges Route 5 Carros de Foc Stage 1 Refugi dera Restanca to Refugi Joan Ventosa i Calvell Stage 2 Refugi Joan Ventosa i Calvell to Refugi d'Estany Llong Stage 3 Refugi d'Estany Llong to Refugi de la Colomina Stage 4 Refugi de la Colomina to Refugi JM Blanc Stage 5 Refugi JM Blanc to Refugi Sant Maurici Ernest Mallafr#xe9; Stage 6 Refugi Sant Maurici Ernest Mallafr#xe9; to Refugi de Saboredo 
(via Refugi d'Amitges) Stage 7 Refugi de Saboredo to Refugi dera Restanca 
(via Refugi de Colom#xe8;rs) Route 6 Tour des Montagnes d'Ax and the Tour des P#xe9;rics Stage 1 Ax-les-Thermes to Orlu Stage 2 Orlu to Refuge d'en Beys Stage 3 Refuge d'en Beys to Refuge de Camporells Stage 4 Refuge de Camporells to Refuge des Bouillouses Stage 5 Refuge des Bouillouses to Refuge des B#xe9;sines Stage 6 Refuge des B#xe9;sines to Auberge du Nabre (M#xe9;rens-les-Vals) Stage 7 Auberge du Nabre (M#xe9;rens-les-Vals) to Refuge de Rulhe Stage 8 Refuge de Rulhe to Ax-les-Thermes Route 7 The icons of Catalonia: Puigmal and Canigou Stage 1 Eyne to Núria Stage 2 Traverse of Puigmal Stage 3 Núria to Refugi de Ull de Ter (via Refugi de Coma de Vaca) Stage 4 Refugi de Ull de Ter to Chalet de las Conques Stage 5 Chalet de las Conques to Refuge de Saint-Guillem Stage 6 Refuge de Saint-Guillem to Refuge de Bat#xe8;re Stage 7 Refuge de Bat#xe8;re to Refuge des Cortalets Stage 8 Traverse of Canigou Stage 9 Refuge des Cortalets to Refuge de Marailles Stage 10 Refuge de Marailles to Mantet Stage 11 Mantet to Refuge du Ras de la Carança Stage 12 Refuge du Ras de la Carança to Eyne Appendix A Route summary tables Appendix B Sources of information Appendix C Bibliography

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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 SynopsisA guidebook to 13 short treks and 14 day walks in the Japan Alps and on Mount Fuji. Routes are graded by difficulty and range from relatively short walks on easy terrain to strenuous mountain excursions, sometimes involving scrambling, aided sections and considerable exposure. The routes cover the North , Central and South Alps, with each chapter offering information on local bases and public transport access. Also included are the four main ascent routes on Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain. The treks range from 2–8 days and the day walks from 4 to 20km (3–15 hours). 1:50,000 mapping provided for each route GPX files available to download All you need to know about visiting the Japan Alps and Mount Fuji Comprehensive information on the region’s excellent facilities, which include mountain huts and hot-spring baths Japanese glossary Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Preparations and practicalities When to go Getting to Japan Getting around Japan Rail passes Accommodation Mountain huts and camping Food and drink Hot springs Money Communications Language Tourist information offices What to take Luggage forwarding Maps and GPS Waymarking The typical hiking day Mountain etiquette Health and safety Emergencies Using this guide All about the Japan Alps and Mt Fuji Location and climate Geology and landscape Plants and wildlife History of hiking in Japan The North (Kita) Alps Hakuba Area Walk 1 Mt Shirouma-dake Trek 1 Mt Shirouma-dake and Hakuba-Yari Onsen Tateyama Area Walk 2 Mt Tateyama Walk 3 Mt Oku-dainichi-dake Trek 2 Mt Tsurugi-dake Trek 3 North Alps traverse Hotaka Area Walk 4 Mt Yake-dake Walk 5 Mt Nishiho-Doppyō Trek 4 Mt Oku-Hotaka-dake and Karasawa Cirque Trek 5 Mt Yari-ga-take Trek 6 Mt Chō-ga-take and Mt Jōnen-dake Trek 7 Mt Kasa-ga-take Norikura Area Walk 6 Mt Norikura-dake The Central (Chūō) Alps Walk 7 Mt Kiso-koma-ga-take Trek 8 Central Alps traverse The South (Minami) Alps North Area Walk 8 Mt Kai-koma-ga-take Walk 9 Mt Senjō-ga-take Trek 9 Mt Kita-dake Trek 10 Mt Hō-ō South Area Trek 11 Mt Arakawa-Higashidake (Mt Warusawa) and Mt Akaishi-dake Trek 12 Mt Kamikōchi-dake and Mt Hijiri-dake Trek 13 South Alps traverse Mt Fuji Walk 10 Mt Fuji - Yoshida route Walk 11 Mt Fuji - Subashiri route Walk 12 Mt Fuji - Gotemba route Walk 13 Mt Fuji - Fujinomiya route Walk 14 Mt Kuro-dake Appendix A Route summary table - walks Appendix B Route summary table - treks Appendix C Mountain huts Appendix D Glossary Appendix E Useful contacts and further resources Appendix F Further reading

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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 SynopsisGuidebook to 40 outdoor adventures in the Lake District with children under 12, including hiking, biking, scrambling, boating, swimming, paddling, camping, bothying and hostelling. The adventures are graded, with alternatives given where they exist so families can embark on the level of adventure that suits them best. Similarly, the guide is designed for long-term use, so as children grow up they can progress to more exciting and challenging adventures. All featured routes have been rigorously road-tested and have got the thumbs up from the harshest of critics - the under-12s. In addition to OS mapping and easy-to-follow route description, the guide also includes invaluable practical information on bike/boat hire, bases and transport in the Lake District, plus notes on adventuring safely, getting close to nature and responsibly using national parks. The guide is also visually appealing, showcasing stunning photography guaranteed to inspire. With its twinkling tarns for skimming stones and craggy summits for scrambling, the Lake District is a natural adventure playground for children of all ages. It is the perfect place for families to share outdoor adventures, have fun together and inspire youngsters to love and cherish wild and rural landscapes.Table of ContentsList of adventures Map key Activity symbol key Overview map Making this guide Introduction The Lake District with children Bases and transport When to go Hiking with children Biking with children Getting wet Wild nights: camping, bothying and hostelling Adventuring safely Responsible use of our national park Getting close to nature How to use this guide and grading The southern lakes The northern lakes Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Where to hire bikes and boats Appendix C Attractions and playgrounds Appendix D Outdoor activity providers Appendix E Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 73 walks and scrambles in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs. Exploring the beauty of the national park, the walks are suitable for most walkers, with shorter low-level routes alongside plenty of more challenging, full-day hikes.The walks range from 3 to 28km (2–17 miles) and include 21 Munro summits and plenty of Corbetts and Grahams. 1:50,000 OS maps are included for each route GPX files available to download Routes are graded by length and difficulty Easy access from Glasgow and Stirling Highlights include Ben Lomond, Arrochar Alps and Ben Lui Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction The High Road and the Low Walking conditions When to go Safety in the mountains Maps Compass and GPS What's in this book How to use this book THE EAST Part 1 Trossachs 1 Ben Venue (shorter) 2 Ben Venue (Achray horseshoe) 3 Ben A'an to Loch Katrine 4 Aberfoyle to Menteith Hills 5 Aberfoyle Fairy Knowe 6 Ben Ledi and Benvane from Brig o' Turk 7 Finglas Woods Part 2 Callander and Loch Lubnaig 8 Ledi from Lubnaig 9 Ardnandave Hill to Ben Ledi 10 The Whole Kilmahog: Lowland to Highland 11 Callander: Falls and Crags 12 Glen Ample 13 Beinn Each from Loch Lubnaig 14 Hill of the Fairies, Strathyre Part 3 Balquhidder and Lochearnhead 15 Stob a' Choin 16 Cruach Ardrain to Beinn a' Chroin 17 Stob Binnein and Ben More from the south 18 Glen Ogle Rail Trail 19 Kendrum and Ogle Circle 20 Twa Corbetts 21 Ben Vorlich and Stuc a' Chroin THE NORTH Part 4 Crianlarich to Inverarnan 22 Meall Glas and Sgiath Chuiz 23 An Caisteal Horseshoe 24 Beinn Chabhair 25 Beinglas Falls Circuit 26 Beinglas Falls to Beinn a' Choin 27 Meall an Fhudair Part 5 Tyndrum 28 Glen Cononish 29 Beinn Odhar 30 Auchtertyre Farm Walks 31 Ben Challum and Two Corbetts Summit summary: Ben Lui 32 From Glen Falloch by the Pipeline Track 33 From Dalrigh by Dubhchraig and Oss 33A From Dalrigh by Dubhchraig, Oss and Beinn a' Chleibh 34 Coire Gaothach Southern Ridge 34A Coire Gaothach Northern Ridge 35 By Beinn Chuirn 36 Coire Gaothach Northern Ridge (descent) 37 Coire Laoigh (descent) 38 Ben Oss, Beinn Dubhchraig to Dalrigh (descent) 39 Descent to Dalmally THE WEST Part 6 Ben Lomond 40 Ben Lomond: South Ridge and Ptarmigan 41 Lomond Slopes 42 The Back of Ben Lomond 43 Conic Hill 44 Duncryne 45 Bonnie Banks by Boat 46 The Bonny Banks (north) Part 7 Loch Lomond West 47 Luss Hills South 48 Luss Hills: Dubh and Doune 49 Cruach Tairbeirt Part 8 Arrochar Alps 50 Ben Vorlich from Ardlui 51 Arrochar to Bens Vane and Ime 52 Beinn Narnain by Spearhead Ridge 53 Beinn Narnain by A' Chrois 54 Coire Grogain 55 Succoth and See Summit summary: the Cobbler 56 North Ridge from Cobbler/Narnain Col 57 East Corrie 58 From Ardgartan by the Southeast Ridge 58A Descent via Buttermilk Burn to Ardgartan 59 From A83 by the Back Stream (Coire Croe) 60 From A83 via Beinn Luibhean 60A From A83 via Beinn Luibhean and Beinn Ime 61 Central Peak (The Argyll Needle) 62 South Peak (the Cobbler's Wife) 63 Narnain Boulders 64 North Ridge and Buttermilk Burn Descent 65 Southeast Ridge Descent Part 9 Glen Croe to Loch Goil 66 The Brack and Beinn Donich 67 Argyll's Bowling Green 68 Beinn an Lochain 69 Beinn Bheula 70 Glen Branter Tracks 71 Creag Tharsuinn 72 Loch Eck and Beinn Mhor 73 Puck's Glen The Long Routes West Highland Way Cowal Way Rob Roy Way Appendix A: Mysteries of the Schist Appendix B: Access (especially during autumn) Appendix C: Accommodation and information Appendix D: Further reading

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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 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 SynopsisA guidebook to 16 walks in Italy’s Cinque Terre. Following age-old paths linking the UNESCO-listed settlements of this beautiful coastline, the routes involve moderate to steep ascents and therefore call for a reasonable level of fitness. Walks range from 2 to 14km (1–8 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–5 hours. There are routes starting from all five of the main villages – Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore – and all are accessible by public transport. 1:50,000 or 1:25,000 mapping included for each walk GPX files available for download Refreshment and public transport information provided Walks can be combined to create a 3–4 day trek across the Cinque Terre With notes on local history, plants and wildlife and cuisine Table of ContentsMap key Overview Map INTRODUCTION Exploring the Cinque Terre Walking Plants and flowers Wildlife Getting there and getting around Information When to go Accommodation Food and drink What to take Maps Dos and don'ts Emergencies Using this guide Walks Walk 1 Levanto to Monterosso Walk 2 Monterosso via Colla di Gritta circuit Walk 3 Monterosso to Vernazza via the sanctuaries Walk 4 Monterosso to Vernazza on the SVA Walk 5 Vernazza to Corniglia on the SVA Walk 6 Corniglia via Cigoletta and San Bernardino to Vernazza Walk 7 Corniglia via Volastra to Manarola Walk 8 Manarola panoramic loop Walk 9 Manarola to Riomaggiore on Via Beccara Walk 10 Riomaggiore high circuit Walk 11 Riomaggiore low circuit Walk 12 Riomaggiore to Porto Venere Walk 13 Campiglia circuit via Monesteroli and Fossola Walk 14 Punta Persico Walk 15 Porto Venere and Monte Muzzerone Walk 16 Palmaria island circuit Appendix A Village maps Appendix B Route summary table Appendix C Useful information Appendix D Glossary Appendix E Accommodation

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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 SynopsisA guidebook to 23 walks and treks on the Isles of Jura, Islay and Colonsay as well as neighbouring Oronsay and Scarba. Exploring the beautiful scenery of the southern Hebrides, the routes are suitable for experienced walkers.The 22 day walks range in length from 7 to 25km (4–16 miles) and can be linked to create your own itinerary. A challenging 5-day 89km (55 mile) trek along Jura’s remote west coast is also described. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk Detailed information on accommodation and public transport Notes on the islands' bothies and wild-camping recommendations Highlights include the round of the Paps of Jura Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Jura Islay Colonsay History Geology Wildlife Getting to the Southern Hebrides Getting between the islands The routes Maps and route-finding Safety and emergencies What to take Using this guide Jura Walk 1 The Gulf of Corryvreckan Walk 2 Road End to Glengarrisdale Walk 3 The west coast walk Day 1 Ardlussa or Kinuachdrachd to Glengarrisdale Day 2 Glengarrisdale to Shian Bay Day 3 Shian Bay to Cruib Lodge Day 4 Cruib Lodge to Glenbatrick Bay Day 5 Glenbatrick Bay to Feolin Ferry Day 5A Glenbatrick Bay to the A846 via Glen Batrick Walk 4 North Jura coast and glens Walk 5 Tarbert to Cruib Lodge bothy Walk 6 Glengarrisdale to Cruib across Jura's northern hills Walk 7 Ardlussa to Corpach Bay and Am Miadar Walk 8 The Paps of Jura Walk 9 Evans' Walk to Glenbatrick Bay and return Walk 10 Glas Bheinn and Dubh Bheinn Scarba Walk 11 Cruach Scarba Islay Walk 12 Rhuvaal and the north-west coast Walk 13 An Cladach, McArthur's Head and the Sound of Islay Walk 14 An Cladach-Beinn Bheigier circuit Walk 15 Beinn na Caillich and Beinn Bheigier from Ardtalla Walk 16 The Oa peninsula Walk 17 Sanaigmore to Kilchiaran Walk 18 Ardnave Point Colonsay Walk 19 Around Oronsay Walk 20 South Colonsay coast Walk 21 Lower Kilchattan to Kiloran Bay Walk 22 North Colonsay coast Walk 23 Scalasaig to Kiloran Bay along the Old Road Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Walks on other islands Appendix C Useful contacts Appendix D Glossary Appendix E Further reading

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 30 low-level and easy day walks in the southern part of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park in Wales. All circular except for Walk 10, which makes use of bus links, the routes vary in length and terrain ensuring that there is something for walkers of all levels of fitness and experience. The walks range from 3–19km (2–12 miles) in length and can be enjoyed in 1–6 hours. They are arranged geographically into 4 areas: the Rhinogydd, Mawddach Estuary, Bala to Dolgellau, and Cadair Idris to the Dyfi. 1:25,000 or 1:50,000 OS maps for each walk Details given of terrain, facilities and access for each walk Information given on local history, geology and wildlife GPX files available to download Part of a 2-volume set, an accompanying Cicerone guidebook Snowdonia: Low-level and Easy Walks – North is also available Table of ContentsWalk 15 Morfa Mawddach and the Blue Lake Bala to Dolgellau Walk 16 Brithdir Walk 17 Foel Caerynwch Walk 18 Afon Melau Walk 19 Llyn Arenig Fawr Walk 20 Afon Lliw Walk 21 Gwastadros Walk 22 Bala Lake/Llyn Tegid Cadair Idris to the Dyfi Walk 23 Cwm Cywarch Walk 24 Castell y Bere Walk 25 Abergynolwyn Walk 26 Birds' Rock Walk 27 Dolgoch Falls Walk 28 Cwm Ratgoed Walk 29 Aberdyfi Walk 30 Machynlleth Appendix A Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to cycle touring in Wales. Catering to just about any itinerary, it describes a 657 mile circuit of Wales - perfect for a two-week adventure - plus 6 cross routes, which range from 45 to 73 miles and can be completed as day/weekend rides, or used to create shorter versions of the main circuit. This guide includes all the information needed to plan and execute a successful tour. In addition to clear route description, 1:200K mapping and gradient profiles, there is advice on selecting a schedule, planning your trip, preparing your bike and organising logistics, such as accommodation, getting to and from the start, and ways to carry (or not carry) your kit. Also includes a handy cycle shop listing, a Welsh glossary and checklist of things to take. Showcasing mile after mile of stunning coastal scenery, quaint seaside towns, rolling marcher country, as well as an impressive collection of castles, industrial archaeology, churches, chapels and prehistoric sites, Wales is a veritable delight for the cycling enthusiast. Discover verdant green valleys, skirt wild mountains, soak up Pembrokeshire's salty sea air and boast of your pedal up the highest road in Wales.

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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 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 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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