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Book SynopsisTwo of the southernmost départements of France, the Pyrénées-Orientales and Ariège are inextricably linked with the history of the Cathars, a heretical Christian sect who were subjected to a crusade in the thirteenth century. Striking castles built on jagged rocky precipices are a highlight of the region and a reminder of those turbulent times. This guidebook describes the 260km Cathar Way (Sentier Cathare or GR367), a long-distance trail from Port-la-Nouvelle on the Mediterranean coast to Ariége's departmental capital Foix linking several of the impressive Cathar castles. The route follows ancient footpaths, jeep tracks and country lanes and calls for a moderate level of fitness as it sweeps from sea level to 1300m across the rugged hill ranges of the Corbières and Fenouillèdes. The guide describes the main route in 13 stages and also includes the slightly more direct north variant, as well as suggestions for shorter itineraries. Summary statistics introduce each day's walking and are followed by step-by-step route description illustrated with clear mapping. There are also details of facilities available en route and accommodation listings. An introduction covers all the practicalities, with comprehensive advice for planning your trip - including when to go, how to get there and what to take - in addition to a wealth of information about the region's fascinating history and the intriguing Cathars themselves. The trail traverses rocky hills and meanders through woodland, vineyards, ancient villages, gorges and plateaus. As well as the rich Cathar heritage, there are also historic wine-producing towns, sites associated with the French Resistance of WWII and mysterious places steeped in ancient legend. The guide is a perfect companion to discovering the Cathar Way and the captivating stories of this distinctive region.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Introduction Languedoc history The Cathars and the Crusade The Cathar Way route Features of interest Planning the walk North variant Alternative ways to stage the Cathar Way Getting there Getting around When to go Accommodation Food and drink Language Money matters Phone and Wi-Fi Health and safety What to take Maps Waymarking Updates Using this guide The Cathar Way Port-la-Nouvelle to Puivert Stage 1 Port-la-Nouvelle to Durban-Corbi#xe8;res Stage 2 Durban-Corbi#xe8;res to Tuchan Stage 3 Tuchan to Cucugnan Stage 4 Cucugnan to Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet Stage 5 Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet to Caudi#xe8;s-de-Fenouill#xe8;des Stage 6 Caudi#xe8;s-de-Fenouill#xe8;des to Axat Stage 7 Axat to Quirbajou Stage 8 Quirbajou to Puivert Cucugnan to Puivert: north variant Stage 4a Cucugnan to Camps-sur-l'Agly Stage 5a Camps-sur-l'Agly to Bugarach Stage 6a Bugarach to Quillan Stage 7a Quillan to Puivert Puivert to Foix Stage 9 Puivert to Espezel Stage 10 Espezel to Comus Stage 11 Comus to Monts#xe9;gur Stage 12 Monts#xe9;gur to Roquefixade Stage 13 Roquefixade to Foix Appendix A Villages and towns with amenities Appendix B Accommodation Appendix C Useful contacts Appendix D French-English glossary Appendix E Further information and reading

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Book SynopsisBanff sparkles as the crown jewel of Canada's national parks. Explore the best of it with Moon Banff National Park. Inside you'll find:* Strategic, flexible itineraries, including the Best of Banff and highlights for a day trip* The Best Hikes in Banff: Find the right trek for you with details on length, elevation gains, difficulty levels, and trailheads* Experience the Outdoors: Ride over the snow in a horse-drawn sleigh or through the sky in a mountain gondola. Follow the vast network of hiking trails along glacial valleys and discover alpine lakes and spectacular vistas. Soak in a natural hot spring, treat yourself at a luxurious mountain resort, or discover the park's history at one of Banff's excellent museums. Grab a cup of coffee at a local shop, or experience the town's classic après-ski nightlife* How to Get There: Up-to-date information on gateway towns, park entrances, park fees, and tours* Where to Stay: From campgrounds and rustic lodges to sprawling ski resorts, find the best spots to kick back, both inside and outside the park* Planning Tips: When to go, what to pack, safety information, and how to avoid the crowds, with full-colour photos and detailed maps throughout* Expertise and Know-How from seasoned explorer and Banff local Andrew Hempstead Find your adventure in Banff National Park with Moon.Exploring more of Canada's great outdoors? Try Moon Canadian Rockies. Hitting the road? Try Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip.About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell-and they can't wait to share their favourite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to the Overland Track between Ronny Creek in Cradle Valley and Cynthia Bay on Lake St Clair. Covering 80km (50 miles), this long-distance trek through Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park is suitable for most hikers with average fitness and can be walked in 5–9 days. The route is described in 7 stages, each between 8 and 17km (5–11 miles) in length. Optional sidetrips to the area's many accessible peaks including Mt Ossa are also described. 1:50,000 maps included for each stage Detailed information on Overland huts and facilities along the route Advice on trekking permits, planning and preparation Highlights include Mt Oakleigh and D’Alton Table of ContentsContents Map key Overview map Route summary tables The Overland huts Introduction Location History Geology Plants and animals Planning your trip When to go Ways to hike the track Hiking direction Doing the hike with kids Permits Booking your hike Signing in Getting there Accommodation and facilities at the start of the track Accommodation and facilities at the end of the track Accommodation and facilities on the track Planning day-by-day Using this guide What to take Food and water Waymarking Maps Sidetrips Health, safety and emergencies Phones and Wi-Fi The Overland Track Stage 1 Ronny Creek to Waterfall Valley Huts Stage 2 Waterfall Valley Huts to Windermere Hut Stage 3 Windermere Hut to New Pelion Hut Stage 4 New Pelion Hut to Kia Ora Hut Stage 5 Kia Ora Hut to Bert Nichols Hut Stage 6 Bert Nichols Hut to Narcissus Hut Stage 7 Narcissus Hut to Cynthia Bay Plant and animal guide Plant guide Animal guide Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B Suggested clothing, gear and food Appendix C What now? Other hikes in Tasmania

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 15 day walks, 3 multi-stage treks and 5 cycle routes in Germany’s Black Forest. Exploring the north, central and southern regions, the routes are suitable for walkers and cyclists of all abilities and are perfect for spring and autumn. The day walks range from 11-24km (7-15 miles) and can be enjoyed in 4-7 hours. The 3 multi-day treks included are Schluchtensteig (120km, 75 miles), Zweitälersteig (108km, 67 miles) and Seensteig (71km, 44 miles). Four day rides are described along with the 242km (150 mile) Southern Black Forest Cycle Route. 1:50,000 maps are included for each walk, 1:100,000 maps for each ride Information given on local geology, history and wildlife Detailed information on facilities and public transport Black Forest highlights including Feldberg, Belchen Schauinsland, Hornisgrinde and Mummelsee GPX files available to download Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Geology History Plants and wildlife Getting there Getting around Accommodation Food and drink When to go What to take Dangers and annoyances Navigation and signage Cycling Maps Etiquette Using this guide Southern Black Forest The Walks Walk 1 Feldbergsteig - Black Forest's highest peak Walk 2 Belchen - Sacred mountain of the Celts Walk 3 High above Münstertal Walk 4 Panorama trail around Schönberg Walk 5 In the heart of Margrave's Land - Wiiwegli and Bettlerpfad Walk 6 Schluchtensteig Stage 1 Stühlingen to Blumberg Stage 2 Blumberg to Schattenmühle Stage 3 Schattenmühle to Aha Stage 4 Aha to St Blasien Stage 5 St Blasien to Todtmoos Stage 6 Todtmoos to Wehr The Ride Ride 1 Southern Black Forest Cycle Trail Stage 1 Hinterzarten to Bonndorf Stage 2 Bonndorf to Waldshut Stage 3 Waldshut to Rheinfelden Stage 4A Rheinfelden to Steinenstadt via Basle Stage 4B Rheinfelden to Steinenstadt via Kandern Stage 5 Steinenstadt to Hinterzarten Central Black Forest The Walks Walk 7 Kaiserstuhl rim route Walk 8 Edelfrauengrab and Karlsruher Grat Walk 9 Above Renchtal Walk 10 To the source of the Danube Walk 11 Zweribachfalls and Vosges chapel Walk 12 Zweitälersteig Stage 1 Waldkirch to Kandel (or St Peter) Stage 2 Kandel to Simonswald Stage 3 Simonswald to Oberprechtal Stage 4 Oberprechtal to Höhenhäuser Stage 5 Höhenhäuser to Waldkirch The Rides Ride 2 Kaiserstuhl Radweg Ride 3 Kinzigtal Radweg - Alpirsbach to Offenburg Northern Black Fores t The Walks Walk 13 Romantic circuit above Baden-Baden Walk 14 Sasbachwalden idyll Walk 15 Upland moors (Hornisgrinde) Walk 16 Kaltenbronn Moor Walk 17 Großes Loch and Teufelsmühle Walk 18 Seensteig Stage 1 Baiersbronn to Mitteltal Stage 2 Mitteltal to Schliffkopf Stage 3 Schliffkopf to Mummelsee Stage 4 Mummelsee to Schönmünzach The Rides Ride 4 Enztal Radweg - Gompelscheuer to Pforzheim Ride 5 Nagold Radweg - Nagold to Pforzheim Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Glossary of useful terms Appendix C Further information

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Book SynopsisHadrian's Cycleway is a 174 mile route from Ravenglass in Cumbria to South Shields. Also known as Route 72, this coast-to-coast route heads north up the Cumbrian coast to reach the Solway AONB before crossing northern England along Hadrian's Wall and into Northumberland. Suitable for cyclists of all abilities, the ride is usually completed over three days from west to east. The route allows cyclists to explore Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site, visiting Roman forts including Vindolanda and Housesteads as well as milecastles, abbeys and historic towns. Other highlights include the Cumbrian coast, Tyne Valley and the famous Sycamore Gap. While the main route is described from west to east over three days, the guide provides plenty of information about other options. Advice is given at the end of each stage about how to complete the route from east to west, as the route can be used in connection with other coast to coast routes to create week-long round trips. Other itineraries include a two-day Wall Only ride from Bowness-on-Solway to South Shields, and a 'More Wall Alternative' to Day 2. The guide also features extensive listings of accommodation, bike shops and other cyclist-friendly facilities.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map and profile Route summary tables Introduction Why choose Hadrian's Cycleway? How tough is it? How many days? West to east or east to west? Getting there and back Where to stay What kind of bicycle? Equipment Carrying your gear What to wear Maps and apps Signage Hadrian's Wall Who was Hadrian? Seeing more of the Wall Alternative endings: running late and Tynemouth Using this guide Hadrian's Cycleway The three-day ride Day 1 Ravenglass to Silloth Day 2 Silloth to Haltwhistle Day 2A More Wall Alternative Day 3 Haltwhistle to South Shields Other itineraries The Wall Only - a shortened two-day version Appendix A Accommodation Appendix B Bike shops and other useful contacts Appendix C Further reading

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to the River Rhone Cycle Route, an 895km bicycle ride from the Alps of central Switzerland to the Mediterranean Sea, near Marseille, France. The route - which is mostly downhill, except for an optional 15km climb to the start point at Furkapass - is divided into 20 stages (averaging 45km per stage) and can be completed by most cyclists in 12-14 days. The route uses two waymarked national cycle trails: the Swiss R1 Rhone Route and the French ViaRhona, which together have been adopted by the ECF (European Cyclists' Federation) as EuroVelo route EV17. The guide provides detailed route descriptions and 1:150,000 mapping for each stage, as well as two route options along either the north or south shore of Lake Geneva. It also includes plenty of practical advice such as preparing for the journey, transport options there and back, what to take, accommodation en route and a French/German glossary.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to walking or cycling the California Missions Trail. The 802 mile (1291km) pilgrimage route from Sonoma to San Diego links 21 Christian missions founded by the Spanish over 200 years ago. It can be enjoyed by walkers of all abilities, or alternatively, 95% of the route is also suitable for road bikes. The Missions Trail is described in 20 stages of between 16 and 60 miles (26–97km), with alternative options for cyclists. It can be walked in 50–60 days or cycled in 12–20 days. GPX files available to download 1:100,000 mapping plus larger-scale town maps for key locations Handy route summary tables and pilgrim lodging listings help you plan your itinerary Detailed information about refreshments and facilities along the route Advice on planning and preparation The history of the missions, as well as the story of the Native Americans who originally shaped the landscape Table of ContentsOverview map Overview profile Mission Sonoma to Mission San Diego Map key Route summary table Introduction California's natural history The era of Native peoples Spanish exploration on the West Coast of North America Missionaries, soldiers, and settlers bring an ecological upheaval The mission era The Mexican era The Early American period: gold rush, land rush—and genocide A multicultural California emerges A new walking and cycling route features California history Planning your walk or ride Northbound or southbound? Where to begin and how to get there and back When to go Walking or cycling the route Where to stay Where to eat How much money should I budget? How do I secure my credential? Tips for making the most of your walk Topography of the route Training for your walk or ride What to pack Health and well-being How to use this guide Route summary information Route descriptions Maps App, GPX tracks, and accommodation downloads Bay Area section: Sonoma to Santa Cruz Prologue Sonoma, California Stage 1 Mission Sonoma to Mission San Rafael Stage 2 Mission San Rafael to Mission San Francisco Stage 3 Mission San Francisco to Mission San Jos#xe9; Stage 4 Mission San Jos#xe9; to Mission Santa Clara Stage 5 Mission Santa Clara to Mission Santa Cruz North Central Coast section: Santa Cruz to San Miguel Stage 6 Mission Santa Cruz to Mission San Juan Bautista Stage 7 Mission San Juan Bautista to Mission Carmel Stage 8 Mission Carmel to Mission Soledad Stage 9 Mission Soledad to Mission San Antonio Stage 10 Mission San Antonio to Mission San Miguel South Central Coast section: San Miguel to Ventura Stage 11 Mission San Miguel to Mission San Luis Obispo Stage 12 Mission San Luis Obispo to Mission La Purísima Stage 13 Mission La Purísima to Mission Santa In#xe9;s Stage 14 Mission Santa In#xe9;s to Mission Santa Barbara Stage 15 Mission Santa Barbara to Mission San Buenaventura South Coast section: Ventura to San Diego Stage 16 Mission San Buenaventura to Mission San Fernando Rey Stage 17 Mission San Fernando Rey to Mission San Gabriel Stage 18 Mission San Gabriel to Mission San Juan Capistrano Stage 19 Mission San Juan Capistrano to Mission San Luis Rey Stage 20 Mission San Luis Rey to Mission San Diego Appendix A Stage planning table Appendix B Useful contacts Appendix C Missions, historical locations, state and national parks Appendix D Bibliography

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Book SynopsisBikepacking is the off-road equivalent of cycle touring, often offering opportunities for wild camping in addition to the usual accommodation options for sleeping under a roof: it promises an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the environment as you explore the best of what the area has to offer on two wheels. This guide presents eight challenging 2–5 day rides in the Lake District, suitable for mountain bikes (some routes are also rideable on a gravel bike). All routes are accessible by public transport and many can be completed over a long weekend. They are graded from Moderate to Very Hard, although all involve considerable ascent and descent and sections where you may need to push or carry your bike – as such, they are suited to fit experienced riders. Clear route description, mapping and elevation profiles are supplemented with a wealth of planning information, including accommodation listings, notes on facilities, and summary details (including grades) for each individual section of the route. Also included are tips on food, kit and navigation and alternative itineraries. The routes combine roads, tracks, lanes and bridleways to take you among, around and over the Lakeland Fells, with highlights including the iconic road climbs of Hardknott, Wrynose, Whinlatter and Honister; the off-road passes of Sticks Pass, Stake Pass and Black Sail; and the highest bridleway in England over Helvellyn, England's third highest mountain. The guide also features the classic Lakeland 200, which can be ridden over 5 days or completed as an Individual Time Trial.

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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 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 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 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 SynopsisThese attractive and cleverly structured guides will give walkers ten of the best short circular walks along each of the five sections of the 630-mile long South West Coast Path in a popular pocket-size format. With clear information, an overview and introduction for each walk, expertly written numbered directions, large scale Ordnance Survey maps, superb eye-grabbing panoramic photographs, and interpretation of points of interest along the way, these guides set a new standard in clarity and ease-of-use. Featured walks along the North Cornwall Coast include: Crackington Haven, Cambeak, Port Quin and Port Isaac, Pentire Point, Trevose Head, Bedruthan Steps, Holywell Bay, St Agnes Head, Reskajeage Down, Carn Galver and Cape Cornwall.

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Book SynopsisHere is a guidebook to the Elbe Cycle Route, possibly the easiest long-distance cycle route in Europe, being almost entirely flat or downhill for some 1200km. Cruise alongside one of Europe's great rivers as it flows from its source, through Czechia and Germany to the North Sea. This guidebook describes the route across 29 stages (together with a practical prologue stage), with stages ranging from 21 to 69 kilometres. Suggested schedules include 13, 15, 17 and 19 day options, making this a perfect 2-3 week cycle tour. Map extracts at a scale of 1:150 accompany clear route description, with gradient profiles provided where they are helpful. Background information on the region's history and natural environment is also provided, as are practical tips relating to preparation, transport to the start and finish, accommodation, amenities, navigation, safety and more. History abounds along this waymarked route. Pedal passed restored palaces, cathedrals, churches and other baroque and rococo buildings; see where the Iron Curtain once stood; and discover the great cities of Dresden, Magdeburg and Hamburg.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Suggested schedules Introduction Historical background Natural environment The route Preparation Getting there and back Navigation Accommodation Food and drink Amenities and services What to take Safety and emergencies Using this guide The route Bohemia Prologue Vrchlabí to Elbe spring Stage 1 Elbe spring to Hostinn#xe9; Stage 2 Hostinn#xe9; to Jarom?? Stage 3 Jarom?? to Pardubice Stage 4 Pardubice to Kolín Stage 5 Kolín to Nymburk Stage 6 Nymburk to Prague Stage 7 Prague to M?lník Stage 7A L#xe1;zn? Touše? to M?lník (avoiding Prague) Stage 8 M?lník to Litom??ice Stage 9 Litom??ice to D??ín Stage 10 D??ín to Bad Schandau Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt Stage 11 Bad Schandau to Dresden Stage 12 Dresden to Meissen Stage 13 Meissen to Riesa Stage 14 Riesa to Torgau Stage 15 Torgau to Wittenberg Stage 16 Wittenberg to Dessau Stage 17 Dessau to Barby Stage 18 Barby to Magdeburg Stage 19 Magdeburg to Rogätz Stage 20 Rogätz to Tangermünde Stage 21 Tangermünde to Havelberg Stage 22 Havelberg to Wittenberge Stage 23 Wittenberge to Dömitz Lower Saxony Stage 24 Dömitz to Bleckede Stage 25 Bleckede to Geesthacht Stage 26 Geesthacht to Hamburg Stage 27 Hamburg to Stade Stage 28 Stade to Freiburg Stage 29 Freiburg to Cuxhaven Appendix A Facilities summary Appendix B Tourist information offices Appendix C Youth hostels Appendix D Ferries, lifting bridges and chairlifts Appendix E Useful contacts Appendix F Language glossary

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Book SynopsisPennine Bridleway is a guidebook to this National Trail taking you on a multi-day off-road cycling adventure from Derbyshire through the Yorkshire Dales to Cumbria, following the Pennine Hills.This big ride is split into four sections; each section includes detailed directions as well as information on points of interest along the route, bringing the history and landscape of the trail into context. There are also three loops, including the Mary Towneley Loop, which can be tackled separately or as part of the main trail. The guidebook is illustrated throughout with stunning action photography by professional photographer Joolze Dymond.Researched, ridden and written by mountain biking expert and freelance writer Hannah Collingridge, this guidebook features clear and easy to use Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, details of distance, ascent and difficulty gradings, bikepacking hints and tips and local knowledge. There is also a comprehensive Introduction and a detailed Appendix, and a link to downloadable GPX files. Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsHow to Use this BookRights of WayMapsThe BikeEssential KitBikepackingGeneral SafetyRules of the (Off) RoadPlanning Your RideGeology and historyMaps and SymbolsGeneral MapPart One: Middleton Top to Dinting ValePart Two: Dinting Vale to Callis Wood, Hebden BridgePart Three: Callis Wood to SettlePart Four: Settle to StreetMary Townley Loop – directions for clockwise and anti-clockwiseThe Charlie Craig Memorial LoopSettle Loop

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Book SynopsisMountain Walks Kinder Scout by Sarah Lister is a guide to walking routes up and around Kinder Scout in the Peak District. Alongside the routes up to the plateau, there are also valley walks for mixed weather days and those new to mountain walking. Among the 15 inspiring routes, the classics are all included, such as Grindsbrook Clough from Edale, and Kinder Downfall from Hayfield, and even those who are familiar with the area will find new and imaginative route ideas to discover. Whether you aspire to walk up Kinder on a straightforward route, or you’re looking for a bigger adventure, this is the only guidebook you need. Together with stunning photography, each route features: Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps; easy-to-follow, detailed directions; essential info about public transport and safety advice; details about the terrain and navigation; facilities, refreshments and points of interest; and downloadable GPX files.Table of Contents Kinder Scout area map Introduction Acknowledgements About the walks Navigation Safety & well-being Kit & comfort Mountain rescue Behaviour & respecting the environment Walking with your dog How to use this book 01 Picnic & paddle along Grinds Brook 02 Booths & Bridges valley walk 03 Ollerbrook & The Nab 04 Crowden Brook woodland walk 05 Grindsbrook Clough & Grindslow Knoll 06 Wildlife walk around Kinder Reservoir 07 Sunset walk on Rushup Edge 08 The Lonely Trig Point 09 Hayfield to Kinder Downfall & Kinder Low 10 Jacob’s Ladder & the Woolpacks 11 Hope Station to Edale Station 12 Edale to Kinder Gates 13 Edale to Dragon Rapide aircraft wreck & Seal Stones 14 Fairbrook & Ashop Clough 15 Three Trig Pillars Appendix

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive guidebook to EuroVelo route 15 offers a detailed stage-by-stage description of the 1368km route along the Rhine, one of Europe's great rivers, passing through six countries on its way from Switzerland to the North Sea. The cycling is easy, downhill and along dedicated cycle lanes, the countries visited are very cycle-friendly and the waymarking is excellent. The whole trip can be completed in two weeks by a fit cyclist. The guide includes plenty of information to help you plan your trip, with advice on travel, accommodation and facilities. The full route is presented in 27 stages of 32-68km, with step-by-step route description, 1:100,000 mapping and notes on local points of interest. A facilities table, glossary and list of useful contacts can be found in the appendices. Starting in the Swiss Alps with high mountains, deep glacial valleys and gorges, the route soon reaches Europe's third largest lake, the Bodensee, and its greatest mainland waterfall. After Basel, the Rhine becomes a broad river, now the world's busiest river trading artery. The middle Rhine, between Bingen and Koblenz, forces its way through the narrow rocky Rhine gorge, lined by romantic castles perched above Germany's finest vineyards. Finally, the river passes through low-lying Holland, famed for its many flood dykes and windmills.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Preface Introduction Background The route Natural environment Preparation Getting there and back Navigation Accommodation Food and drink Amenities and services What to take Safety and emergencies About this guide The route Alpenrhein (Alpine Rhine) Stage 1 Oberalppass to Ilanz Stage 2 Ilanz to Chur Stage 3 Chur to Buchs Stage 4 Buchs to Bregenz Hochrhein (High Rhine) Stage 5 Bregenz to Konstanz Stage 6 Konstanz to Schaffhausen Stage 7 Schaffhausen to Waldshut Stage 8 Waldshut to Basel Oberrhein (Upper Rhine) Stage 9 Basel to Neuf-Brisach Stage 10 Neuf-Brisach to Strasbourg Stage 11 Strasbourg to Drusenheim Stage 12 Drusenheim to Karlsruhe Stage 13 Karlsruhe to Speyer Stage 14 Speyer to Worms Stage 15 Worms to Mainz Mittelrhein (Middle Rhine) Stage 16 Mainz to Bacharach Stage 17 Bacharach to Koblenz Stage 18 Koblenz to Remagen Stage 19 Remagen to Köln Niederrhein (Lower Rhine) Stage 20 Köln to Düsseldorf Stage 21 Düsseldorf to Duisburg Stage 22 Duisburg to Xanten Stage 23 Xanten to Arnhem Delta Rijn (Rhine Delta) Stage 24 Arnhem to Wijk bij Duurstede Stage 25 Wijk bij Duurstede to Schoonhoven Stage 26 Schoonhoven to Rotterdam Stage 27 Rotterdam to Hoek van Holland Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Facilities summary table Appendix C Tourist offices Appendix D Youth hostels Appendix E Useful contacts Appendix F Language glossary

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to walking a 624km (388 mile) section of France’s GR34 Brittany Coast Path, also known as the Sentier des Douaniers (Customs Officers’ Path), from Mont-Saint-Michel to Roscoff. Suitable for any moderately fit walker, the trail can be hiked in around a month. The route is described from east to west in 28 stages of between 13 and 33km (8–20 miles). Also included are suggestions for four 5-day itineraries taking in some of the highlights, for the benefit of those who require or would prefer a shorter trip. GPX files available to download 1:100,000 maps included for each stage plus larger-scale town maps for key locations Handy route summary tables and accommodation listings help you plan your itinerary Refreshment, accommodation and public transport information given for each trek stage Advice on planning and preparation Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Introduction What it's like to hike on the north Brittany coast Geology Wildlife History Culture When to go Getting there and around Accommodation Clothing and equipment Waymarking Maps Money Staying in touch Health and safety Using this guide The Brittany Coast Path Stage 1 Mont-Saint-Michel to Saint-Broladre Stage 2 Saint-Broladre to Cancale Stage 3 Cancale to La Guimorais Stage 4 La Guimorais to Saint-Malo Stage 5 Saint-Malo to Lancieux Stage 6 Lancieux to Saint-Cast-le-Guildo Stage 7 Saint-Cast-le-Guildo to Petit Tr#xe9;celin Stage 8 Petit Tr#xe9;celin to Sables-d'Or-les-Pins Stage 9 Sables-d'Or-les-Pins to Pl#xe9;neuf-Val-Andr#xe9; Stage 10 Pl#xe9;neuf-Val-Andr#xe9; to Hillion Stage 11 Hillion to Saint-Laurent-de-la-Mer Stage 12 Saint-Laurent-de-la-Mer to Saint-Quay-Portrieux Stage 13 Saint-Quay-Portrieux to Br#xe9;hec Stage 14 Br#xe9;hec to Paimpol Stage 15 Paimpol to L#xe9;zardrieux Stage 16 L#xe9;zardrieux to Le Qu#xe9;bo Stage 17 Le Qu#xe9;bo to Tr#xe9;guier Stage 18 Tr#xe9;guier to Port Blanc Stage 19 Port Blanc to Perros-Guirec Stage 20 Perros-Guirec to Tr#xe9;gastel (Coz Pors) Stage 21 Tr#xe9;gastel (Coz Pors) to Île Grande Stage 22 Île Grande to Le Yaudet Stage 23 Le Yaudet to Locquirec Stage 24 Locquirec to Plougasnou Stage 25 Plougasnou to Saint-Samson Stage 26 Saint-Samson to Morlaix Stage 27 Morlaix to Carantec Stage 28 Carantec to Roscoff Appendix A Four 5-day itineraries on the GR34 Appendix B Facilities table Appendix C Accommodation Appendix D Transport Appendix E Useful contacts Appendix F Glossary

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to walking the 2000km Via Francigena pilgrimage route from Canterbury to Rome. Part of a three-volume set, this volume covers the middle 726km, from Lausanne, Switzerland, to Lucca, Italy. Suitable for most abilities – although the crossing of the Jura mountains calls for moderate fitness – this section can be walked in around a month, or there is the option to cycle some of the way. The route is presented in 32 stages, of between 13 and 34km (8–21 miles). GPX files available to download 1:100,000 mapping plus larger-scale town maps for key locations Handy route summary tables and pilgrim lodging details help you plan your itinerary Comprehensive information about refreshments and facilities along the route Advice on planning and preparation Table of ContentsRoute summary table Map key Overview profile Lausanne to Lucca Foreword Introduction: The Via Francigena from Lausanne to Lucca A brief history of the Via Francigena The modern Via Francigena from Canterbury to Rome Planning your walk Where to begin and how to get there When to walk Cycling all or part of the route Where to stay What and where to eat Should I make reservations ahead? How much money should I budget? How do I secure my credential? Tips for making the most of your walk Topography of the Via Francigena from Lausanne to Lucca Understanding local cultures Training for your walk What and how to pack Baggage transport and storage Telephones Health and well-being How to use this guide Route descriptions GPX tracks and accommodation downloads Section 1: The Vaud and Valais Stage 1 Lausanne to Vevey Stage 2 Vevey to Aigle Stage 3 Aigle to Saint-Maurice Stage 4 Saint-Maurice to Martigny Stage 5 Martigny to Orsi#xe8;res Stage 6 Orsi#xe8;res to Bourg-Saint-Pierre Stage 7 Bourg-Saint-Pierre to Col du Grand-Saint-Bernard Section 2: Aosta Valley Stage 8 Col du Grand-Saint-Bernard to Aosta Stage 9 Aosta to Ch#xe2;tillon Stage 10 Ch#xe2;tillon to Verr#xe8;s Stage 11 Verr#xe8;s to Pont-Saint-Martin Section 3: Piemonte Stage 12 Pont-Saint-Martin to Ivrea Stage 13 Ivrea to Viverone Stage 14 Viverone to Santhi#xe0; Stage 15 Santhi#xe0; to Vercelli Variant Val di Susa to Vercelli Section 4: Lombardia Stage 16 Vercelli to Robbio Stage 17 Robbio to Mortara Stage 18 Mortara to Garlasco Stage 19 Garlasco to Pavia Stage 20 Pavia to Santa Cristina e Bissone Stage 21 Santa Cristina e Bissone to Orio Litta Stage 22 Orio Litta to Piacenza Section 5: Emilia-Romagna Stage 23 Piacenza to Fiorenzuola d'Arda Stage 24 Fiorenzuola d'Arda to Fidenza Stage 25 Fidenza to Fornovo di Taro Stage 26 Fornovo di Taro to Berceto Stage 27 Berceto to Pontremoli Section 6: Liguria and Tuscany Stage 28 Pontremoli to Aulla Stage 29 Aulla to Sarzana Stage 30 Sarzana to Massa Stage 31 Massa to Camaiore Stage 32 Camaiore to Lucca Appendix A Stage planning table Appendix B Useful contacts Appendix C Bibliography Appendix D Sigeric's journey: then and now A Via Francigena guide in three parts Map of the Via Francigena Canterbury to Rome Profile of the Via Francigena Canterbury to Rome @font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:roman; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-536870145 1107305727 0 0 415 0;}@font-face {font-family:Calibri; panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:swiss; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-536859905 -1073732485 9 0 511 0;}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0cm; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi; mso-fareast-language:EN-US;}.MsoChpDefault {mso-style-type:export-only; mso-default-props:yes; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi; mso-fareast-language:EN-US;}div.WordSection1 {page:WordSection1;}

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Book SynopsisLonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Galway & the West of Ireland's Best Trips. Featuring seven amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, you can find traditional folk music, Connemara's wilderness and cute villages - all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet's Galway & the West of Ireland's Best Trips: Lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughout Itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interests Get around easily - easy-to-read, full-colour route maps and detailed directions Insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Useful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip Covers Galway, Connemara, County Clare, County Galway, County Mayo, Sligo, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Galway & the West of Ireland's Best Trips is perfect for exploring the west of Ireland by road. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to cycling Lon Las Cymru, a 255 mile (410km) route from Cardiff, or 242 mile (390km) from Chepstow to Holyhead, showcasing Wales's beautiful rural heartland. Divided into 5 stages, the route (which follows quiet roads and traffic-free paths) is described south to north from both Cardiff and Chepstow. Accompanying route description for each stage is 1:100,000 mapping and elevation profiles, giving a clear indication of course. Suggested summary schedules from both start destinations are included, detailing possible 4 to 7 day cycle options. Also included is handy practical information about transport to and from the route, accommodation en route, baggage transfer options and preparing your bike. Passing through the Brecon Beacons National Park, Snowdonia National Park, and over the Black Mountains, the Brecon Beacons and the Cambrian Mountains, the route is as scenic as it is rewarding making it a ride to remember.Table of ContentsMap key Route summary table Overview map Ride planner from Cardiff Ride planner from Chepstow Suggested schedule summary from Cardiff Suggested schedule summary from Chepstow Introduction Why Lôn Las Cymru? How tough is it? Which direction to ride? Selecting a schedule Getting there First and last nights When to ride Accommodation Baggage transfer What to take Preparing your bike Eating Phones and Wi-Fi Emergencies Waymarking Maps Using this guide Lôn Las Cymru Stage 1 Cardiff to Glasbury Stage 1a Chepstow to Glasbury Stage 2 Glasbury to Llanidloes Stage 3 Llanidloes to Dolgellau Stage 4 Dolgellau to Caernarfon Stage 5 Caernarfon to Holyhead Appendix A Cycle shops Appendix B Accommodation Appendix C Useful contacts Appendix D What to take Appendix E Welsh words and pronunciation Appendix F Selected additional reading

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Book SynopsisHit the road with this collection of 200 epic bike rides across Australia and New Zealand. Cycle along Tasmania’s Bay of Fires Trail or pedal through the South Island's misty native forest on the Old Ghost Road. Featuring 50 first-person stories and a further 150 ideas for similar trips, you'll find inspiration for a lifetime of biking adventures.Loop around Lake Burley Griffin for the ultimate tour of Canberra's arts and culture scene; descend through the gum forests of the Blue Mountains and discover the natural wonder of Sydney's backyard; explore the reclaimed Timber Trail in rural Waikato on the North Island; or enjoy a diverse and enchanting excursion along the South Island's Heaphy Track. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or you're looking to embark on your first bikepacking holiday, you'll find expert tips and practical information including when to go and where to stay, to help make planning your trip a total breeze.Inside Epic Bike Rides of Australia and New Zealand:- Discover 50 first-person stories, plus a further 150 inspirational ideas for unforgettable bike rides in Australia and New Zealand- Expert toolkit with travel knowledge and advice to help you get there including the best time to go, gear required, nearest town, where to stay, opening hours, suggestions for similar trips, and more- Challenge level grading for each bike ride - easy, harder, epic - to determine the trails you wish to tackle- Breathtaking photography of each destination's vast and impressive landscape. Plus illustrated maps of the core cycling trails- Beautiful and vibrant book cover by New Zealand illustrator, Ross Murray- Covers circuits, trails, loops and routes in: Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales & Queensland; Northern Territory, South Australia & Western Australia; Tasmania & Victoria; North Island, New Zealand; South Island, New ZealandEpic Bikes Rides of Australia and New Zealand is the ultimate travel inspiration for anyone dreaming of their next two-wheeled trip. This stunning book continues the collectible Lonely Planet Epic series and is a thrilling follow-up to Epic Bike Rides of the World. Gift this impressive compendium to the cycling lover in your life or to a friend who is looking to experience a sustainable travel adventure in the near future.About Lonely PlanetLonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world’s number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' – Fairfax Media (Australia)

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to trekking the Grande Traversata delle Alpi (GTA) from the Nufenen Pass on the Swiss border to Ventimiglia on the Mediterranean coast. Covering 809km (503 miles), this often overlooked long-distance trek through the western Italian Alps takes around 2 months to hike and is suitable for experienced alpine trekkers. The route is described from north to south in 55 stages, each between 7 and 26km (4–16 miles) in length. The route is divided into 3 sections with transport options given for those wanting to break the trek into shorter sections. GPX files available to download 1:100,000 maps included for each stage Handy route summary tables help you plan your itinerary Refreshment and accommodation information given for each trek stage

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Book SynopsisInsight Guide to US National Parks West is a pictorial travel guide in a magazine style providing answers to the key questions before or during your trip: deciding when to go to US National Parks West, choosing what to see, from exploring Mesa Verde National Park to discovering the Zion Narrows or creating a travel plan to cover key places like Denali National Park and Olympic National Park. This is an ideal travel guide for travellers seeking inspiration, in-depth cultural and historical information about US National Parks West as well as a great selection of places to see during your trip. This guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19.The Insight Guide US NATIONAL PARKS WEST covers: California and the Pacific, the Southwest, the Rocky Mountains, the Pacific Northwest.In this travel guide you will find: IN-DEPTH CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL FEATURES Created to explore the culture and the history of US National Parks West to get a greater understanding of its modern-day life, people and politics.BEST OFThe top attractions and Editor's Choice highlighting the most special places to visit around US National Parks West.CURATED PLACES, HIGH-QUALITY MAPSGeographically organised text cross-referenced against full-colour, high-quality travel maps for quick orientation in Alaska, Yosemite National Park and many more locations in US National Parks West.COLOUR-CODED CHAPTERS Every part of US National Parks West, from Zion to Big Bend has its own colour assigned for easy navigation.TIPS AND FACTSUp-to-date historical timeline and in-depth cultural background to US National Parks West as well as an introduction to US National Parks West's food and drink and fun destination-specific features. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION A-Z of useful advice on everything from when to go to US National Parks West, how to get there and how to get around, as well as US National Parks West's climate, advice on tipping, etiquette and more. STRIKING PICTURESFeatures inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Crater Lake and the spectacular Mount Rushmore National Memorial.FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 24 days walks and short treks, plus 2 link routes, in Tajikistan. The graded routes vary in terms of difficulty, although many involve high altitude and remote terrain calling for self-reliance. The book includes 5 day walks in the Dushanbe region, ranging from 6 to 17km. Covering the Fann Mountains, the Zerafshan and Hissar ranges and Yagnob Valley, and the western, central and southern Pamir, the treks range from 2 to 9 days. Also included is a 10-day trek in Afghanistan’s Wakhan Corridor. Route description illustrated with 1:100,000 mapping GPX files available to download Can be used either to plan an independent trek or to select, prepare for and enhance an organised expedition Practical advice on transport and visas, trekking support, equipment, cultural awareness, safety and security Insight into Tajikistan’s rich culture and history Russian/Tajik/Pamiri language notes and useful phrases Table of ContentsMap key Regional overview map Overview map northern ranges Overview map Pamirs Foreword Preface Introduction Trekking on the Roof of the World Preparations and practicalities When to go Getting there Visas, permits and border crossings Getting around Trekking support Accommodation and food Cultural awareness Language Money Phones and the internet What to take Low impact trekking Maps Trekking in Tajikistan Staying healthy Safety and security Using this guidebook About Tajikistan Geography History Plants and wildlife Tajik National Park Dushanbe day hikes Route 1 Leilakul Route 2 Gusgarf Waterfall Route 3 Begar Waterfall Route 4 Shirkent dinosaur tracks Route 5 Sioma Valley Fann Mountains Route 6 Mura Pass Route 7 Dukdon Pass Route 8 Fann Lakes circuit Route 9 Kaznok Pass Route 10 Sarymat Pass Route 11 Chimtarga Pass and Bolshoi Allo Lake Link routes Route 12A Sarymat River Route 12B Munora Pass Zerafshan and Hissar ranges and Yagnob Valley Route 13 Darg to Ziddi Valley Route 14 Yagnob Valley and Tabaspin Pass Western and Central Pamir Route 15 Gardan-i-Kaftar Pass Route 16 Jizev Valley Route 17 Ravmeddara Valley Route 18 Pamir mountain lakes 1: Bachor to Sarez Lake Route 19 Pamir mountain lakes 2: Yashilkul and Shtik Lazar Pass Southern Pamir Route 20 Turumtaikul Lake Route 21 Oykul Lake Route 22 Vrang Pass Route 23 Darshaidavan Pass Route 24 Vezdara to Tusion Route 25 Pik Engels Meadow Afghanistan Route 26 Afghan Wakhan Corridor: Little Pamir Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Useful contacts Appendix C Language notes Appendix D Further reading

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Book SynopsisTrekking the Continental Divide from the U.S. border to Kakwa Lake is a demanding adventure. In this fourth edition of the bestselling guidebook devoted to Canada's 1200-kilometre Great Divide Trail (GDT), Dustin Lynx helps hikers piece together the myriad individual routes that form a continuous trail along the Divide.Outlining the seven major sections of the GDT, Lynx breaks the trail into shorter, more attainable segments and thoroughly describes the terrain and condition of each. Not only are these trail segments invaluable for planning shorter trips along the GDT, Lynx's pre-trip planning advice will also prove indispensable for long-distance hikers overcoming such daunting logistical challenges as resupply, navigation, and access.Complete with new colour photos, detailed maps, and updated information, Hiking Canada's Great Divide 4th Edition will continue to serve domestic and international hikers alike in navigating this remarkable mountain wilderness trail.You can support the Great Divide Trail by visiting The Great Divide Trail Association.

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Book SynopsisThe definitive guidebook to the entire 3,000-mile length of the new England Coast Path. For anyone planning a trip to the coast or a UK summer holiday, the new England Coast Path national trail is a hugely exciting prospect, and this guidebook shows you how to make the most of every single glorious mile. Environmentalists, volunteers, campaigners, land owners and politicians all came together to create this ‘ninth wonder of the world’, and from the opening of the path in 2020 onwards, anyone has been able to walk and wild camp along the entire 3,000-mile length of the English coast. It's a fantastic opportunity for all walkers, campers, fans of the coast and the outdoors. Stephen Neale has spent many happy months walking, camping and surveying the path, and from that experience has written a fantastically detailed and rich guidebook covering the route itself, along with everything from the best places to swim, hunt for fossils and eat seafood to hidden away beaches and canoeing spots. Fully updated for its second edition, with 100 extra adventures from the newly opened sections of the path and spectacular new aerial photography, the book is divided up into the 16 coastal counties and features 1,100 places to see, camp and explore around the coast. Each place has map coordinates and basic directions from the path, allowing walkers to either visit specific places or link highlights together, walking between them along the path. The England Coast Path represents what makes England so great: a little bit mad, a little bit proud, and the lucky host to one of the most spectacular and wild coastlines in the world. With this book you too can join the adventure.Trade ReviewI would encourage anyone with an interest in our open spaces and the campaign for access to read Stephen Neale's England Coast Path. * Kate Ashbrook, chair of the Ramblers *Thank you for sharing the story of how the path was made. * Boris Johnson *This delightful guide brings the many wonders of England’s coastal path to life – every step of the way. * Nick Clegg *A very welcome and absorbing book on a long-anticipated and inspiring project which brings us closer to nature. The England Coast Path will leave a positive and lasting legacy for the nation; the story of its creation is almost as inspiring and refreshing as a stroll along the path itself. * Tom Fewins, Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust *A guide that will be of massive interest to the many tourists and walkers who will enjoy the path for years to come. * Richard Benyon, former Under-Secretary of State for the Department of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs *BOOK OF THE MONTH: Love exploring the English coast? Then this is definitely one for your rucksack. 1,000 mini adventures bring a fresh sense of adventure to your seaside escape. * Coast Magazine *If you are planning to walk all or part of this fantastic trail, start your planning using this fantastic guide. The book gives you all the basic information you are likely to need. If like me the path has come too late for you to be able to walk any of the trail, relax while you enjoy the fantastic photos and imagine you are there in person doing some of the wild activities suggested. I am sure you will enjoy delving into Stephen's well chosen highlights. It's the next best thing to being there in person. Congratulations on a beautiful, well balanced story based on one of my long time dreams. I am proud to have been one of those mentioned in your write up. -- Ann McLaren, President of Essex Ramblers

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Book SynopsisAn inspirational bucket list for hikers, history buffs, armchair travelers, and all those who wish to walk in the hallowed footsteps of American history.2020 GOLD WINNER OF THE FOREWORD INDIES AWARD IN HISTORY 2021 NATIONAL OUTDOOR BOOK AWARD WINNER From the battlefields of the American Revolution to the trails blazed by the pioneers, lands explored by Lewis and Clark and covered by the Pony Express, to the civil-rights marches of Selma and Montgomery, this is the official book of the country's 19 National Historic Trails. These trails range from 54 miles to more than 5,000 and feature historic and interpretive sites to be explored on foot and sometimes by paddle, sail, bicycle, horse, or by car on backcountry roads. Totaling 37,000 miles through 41 states, our entire national experience comes to life on these trails--from Native American history to the settlement of the colonies, westward expansion, and civil rights--and they are Trade Review"In the United States, we’re not only rediscovering our backyards, but also taking a second look at our history. From Pony Express routes to Civil Rights trails, this is a straightforward and well-executed guide to walking through the past in the present." —Prior Club“Unknown to many travelers, the National Park Service of the United States has established a national historic trails system that's perfectly designed for planning patriotic versions of the Great American Road Trip. Totaling 31,000 miles in 41 states, the 19 routes of the NHT system are organized by all-American themes both triumphant and tragic, tracing the stories of the Lewis and Clark expedition, the Trail of Tears, the civil rights quest in 1960s Alabama, the Mormon diaspora, and 15 more. The underappreciated program is documented and celebrated in a photography-rich book, America’s National Historic Trails, written by Karen Berger and photographed by Bart Smith. Documentarian Ken Burns and screenwriter Dayton Duncan, who collaborated on PBS's epic 12-hour series on America's national parks in 2009, provide the foreword to the book.” —Frommer's“Congress created the National Trails System in 1968, and since then it has designated 19 National Historic Trails that commemorate and protect routes of historic significance, special places that allow hikers to experience firsthand ‘the intersection of story and landscape,’ as Karen Berger explains in America’s National Historic Trails. Some trails are coastal routes, while others cross the inland landscape, and they range in length from 54 to 5,000 miles. Stretching across time and weaving throughout the nation’s history, they include the East Coast’s Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail, the Lewis and Clark Trail, the Oregon Trail, Alaska’s Iditarod Trail, Hawaii’s Ala Kahakai Trail and many more. Each entry contains stunning photographs by Bart Smith and a detailed discussion of the history and geography of the route, as well as a list of specific historic sites, such as museums and visitors’ centers, along the way. Whether you’re a history buff, an outdoor enthusiast or both, America’s National Historic Trails offers a wealth of touring possibilities. I’m already making a list.” — BookPage“Eye-opening fun for travel, history, nature, hiking and photography lovers: The newly published America’s National Historic Trails by Karen Berger entices aplenty. This engaging 320-page hardcover spotlights 19 history-making USA trails that stretch across a mind-boggling web of more than 37,000 miles through 42 states—from colonial settlements to westward pioneer quests, American Indian movements to American Revolution battlefields, Lewis and Clark explorations to civil rights marches, Captain John Smith’s Chesapeake escapade to the galloping Pony Express. While traversing all of them, photographer Bart Smith ambitiously shot thousands of images, 325 highlights of which showcase the memorable destinations featured in this book. Crack open its oversize cover, get comfy for epic encounters and imagine your footsteps pursuing these hallowed paths.” — Forbes“‘One of the best ways to learn history is to literally follow in the footsteps of those who were there,’ says Karen Berger, author of America’s National Historic Trails. ‘These are historic routes—a trail version of the National Park system.’ The 19 federally recognized trails range from 54 to 5,000 miles, and pass largely through rural areas, making them perfect for road trips and socially distant traveling.” — USA TODAY“For history buffs and trail lovers, America’s National Historic Trails: Walking the Trails of History is a must-give item. Written by Karen Berger, who has authored 13 books on hiking and has completed the Appalachian, Pacific Crest, and Continental Divide Trails, and with stunning photography by Bart Smith, who walked every historic trail mentioned, this coffee-table-worthy book takes you from the Pony Express to the paths of civil right marches and along 17 other trails designated as nationally historic by the National Park Service. The trails range in length from 54 miles to 5,000 and are perfect for socially distant adventures—whether you decide to hike, bike, or armchair-dream about them.” – Outside Magazine"The Best Coffee-Table Books of 2020. Until you can use your pandemic-acquired hiking skills and walk them, feast your eyes."— People Magazine“Kudos for producing such an educational and inspirational book! The informative text and wonderful photo pages together provide an excellent history and presentation of the National Historic Trails and what they offer to visitors. I am recommending this publication to many friends and colleagues.” — Ron Tipton, Former President/CEO of the Appalachian Trail Conservancy“Let this book inspire you to take a journey back in time. Follow the ancient pathways of Native Americans, the river routes of Lewis and Clark, or the winding wagon roads of the early pioneers. That’s just a sampling of the journeys you can take. In fact, there are over 37,000 miles of historic trails, and while this book can’t guide you on all of those miles, it will help you get started. Author Karen Berger handily describes the trails’ history and what to expect when on your own exploring expedition. What adds to this book’s appeal is the photographic artistry of Bart Smith and an abundance of his sumptuous images that capture the old byways and the surrounding scenery." — 2021 National Outdoor Book Award Winner

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Book SynopsisThe definitive guide to Britain's stunning wildlife heritage, showcasing more than 475 walks through the Wildlife Trust's forest, heaths, moors and woods. Published in conjunction with the Wildlife Trusts, Wildlife Walks is a superb guide to more than 475 of the UK''s top nature reserves, all of them owned and managed by the unique network of Wildlife Trusts.Organised by region, each entry includes information on access and conditions, opening times, facilities, how to get there, and local attractions. Boxes highlighting special species of interest are dotted throughout the book. Illustrated throughout with many beautiful colour photographs and maps, Wildlife Walks is the only guide you''ll need to plan a great family day out.Trade ReviewScience is catching up to what nature lovers already know – that time in nature plays an essential role in physical and mental wellbeing. Access to nature-rich places is also crucial to conservation – we will not fight to save what we do not love, and we cannot love what we do not know. This dual role of protection and connection are why the Wildlife Trusts will always have my support. Their reserves are not only places of wildlife preservation and nature restoration, but gateways to a sense of ecological belonging. * Amy-Jane Beer *Take a walk through the Wildlife Trusts’ nature reserves with this handy guide that showcases some of our nation’s best forests, woodlands and coastal locations. * BBC Wildlife *Expect to be pointed towards interesting routes. * Countryman *Wildlife Walks is a companion to your discovery of nature across the UK. […] With details about everything you could need to plan a walk at each nature reserve, plus hundreds of beautiful photographs, you’re guaranteed to find your next happy place. * British Travel Journal *Wildlife Walks is an inspiring guide to more than 475 walks through The Wildlife Trusts’ nature reserves […] Whether you’re planning your next family day out, or are looking for your next adventure in the great outdoors, this is the perfect book to have on the shelf or in the car. * Countryside Magazine *The guide offers practical information on how to get there, facilities available on each route and walking time along with some inspirational photography and tips on how to engage with the natural world. * National Geographic Traveller *Each county is covered, with its best walks. Some are much longer, but each has a potential half-hour rate if you have not got the time -- John Miles * Birdwatching *Table of ContentsAbout the Wildlife Trusts The Countryside Code The Wildlife Trusts – Key Stats The Regions - South West - South East - East - East Midlands - West Midlands - North - Wales - Scotland - Northern Ireland Glossary Maps Index

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Book SynopsisAn all-access guide to the abundant natural splendor of Sonoma County.Wild Sonoma celebrates the spectacular and resilient natural landscapes of Sonoma County, which along with its neighboring counties is one of the world’s premier winegrowing regions. Our exploration launches with an entertaining primer on ecology basics, including the impact of fire, before a fun fact–filled survey of sixty-two of the area’s iconic and commonly encountered species—from vivacious acorn woodpeckers to disease-neutralizing Western fence lizards. It caps off with a tour of six sites to experience Sonoma’s diverse natural beauty, with a special emphasis on access. Written by Wild LA author Charles Hood, introduced by renowned naturalist Jane Goodall, and illustrated by John Muir Laws, Wild Sonoma offers residents and tourists from eight to eighty a sense of wonder and cause for hope.Trade Review"Earthy and balanced, smooth on the tongue, and with a buttery finish, Wild Sonoma is an appealing, opulent introduction to the natural wonders just beyond the tasting rooms and terraces of Northern California wine country."—Foreword ReviewsTable of ContentsForeword by Jane Goodall Introduction: Welcome to Wild Sonoma! Part 1: Where Nature Comes From water and watersheds dirt versus soil fire and fire ecology Part 2: a Field Guide to Cool, Interesting, and Essential Species birds acorn woodpecker Melanerpes formicivorus American coot Fulica americana American robin Turdus migratorius Anna’s hummingbird Calypte anna California quail Callipepla californica California scrub-jay Aphelocoma californica common raven Corvus corax dark-eyed junco Junco hyemalis double-crested cormorant Phalacrocorax auritus golden-crowned sparrow Zonotrichia atricapilla great blue heron Ardea herodias great egret Ardea alba house finch Haemorhous mexicanus mallard Anas platyrhynchos mourning dove Zenaida macroura red-tailed hawk Buteo jamaicensis red-winged blackbird Agelaius phoeniceus tree swallow Tachycineta bicolor turkey vulture Cathartes aura western bluebird Sialia mexicana flowers, shrubs, and trees arroyo willow Salix lasiolepis bay laurel Umbellularia californica blue dicks Dipterostemon capitatum California buckeye Aesculus californica California poppy Eschscholzia californica coast live oak Quercus agrifolia coast redwood Sequoia sempervirens common manzanita Arctostaphylos manzanita Douglas-fir Pseudotsuga menziesii Douglas iris Iris douglasiana field mustard Brassica spp. Pacific madrone Arbutus menziesii Pacific poison oak Toxicodendron diversilobum sky lupine Lupinus nanus spring vetch Vicia sativa sticky monkey-flower Diplacus aurantiacus toyon Heteromeles arbutifolia valley oak Quercus lobata insects common buckeye Junonia coenia bumble bee Bombus spp. cabbage white Pieris rapae California sister Adelpha californica common yellowjacket Vespula pensylvanica darkling beetle Eleodes grandicollis flame skimmer Libellula saturata harvester ant Veromessor andrei mourning cloak Nymphalis antiopa pipevine swallowtail Battus philenor mammals black bear Urus americanus bobcat Lynx rufus coyote Canis latrans gray fox Urocyon cinereoargenteus mule deer Odocoileus hemionus northern raccoon Procyon lotor striped skunk Mephitis mephitis western gray squirrel Sciurus griseus reptiles and amphibians California newt Taricha torosa garter snake Thamnophis sirtalis gopher snake Pituophis catenifer northern Pacific rattlesnake Crotalus oreganus Sierran treefrog Pseudacris sierra western fence lizard Sceloporus occidentalis Part 3: Explorations and Excursions Jenner and the Russian River Estuary Lake Sonoma The Middle Russian River Spring Lake Regional Park Jack London State Historic Park Sugarloaf Ridge State Park Where to Go Next About the Authors

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Book SynopsisGet inspired with 40 of the world's most incredible road trips, with bucket-list drives in the US, Canada, Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. This stunning, hardcover book is packed with full-color photos, charming illustrations, and fascinating overviews of each route, making it the perfect gift for dreamers and adventurers alike.Cruise along the historic Blues Highway in the American South, drive the epic Ruta 40 to Patagonia, or stop for a hike as you road-trip along the Canadian Rockies. Drive to Namibia's jaw-dropping Victoria Falls, follow the Alsace Wine Route, or hug the Amalfi Coast and soak up views of the Mediterranean. Drive past fjords in Norway, vast rice fields in Indonesia, or the misty, rugged landscapes of the Scottish Highlands.Filled with natural wonders, bucket-list sites, epic outdoor adventures, and cultural treasures, Wanderlust Road Trips is the definitive book for the adventurous road tripper.About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell-and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

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Book SynopsisThe only multi-faith, multi-theme spiritual walking guide. Walks for Mind and Spirit stands out for its walks with a wonderfully eclectic range of themes from Buddhist retreates to pagan monuments to Christian pilgrimages to intellectual movements to literary and artistic hotspots. The approach is truly contemporary and ideal for anyone interested in spirituality and thought - Christianity, philosophy, history and culture. Walking and reflecting are perfect companions - Not just a walking guide but the key to a lifetime of therapeutic activity. The expeditions are spread around England, Wales and Scotland to give comprehensive coverage of the best spiritual walking experiences Stimulating commentary - All the practical information you need to follow a route is provided alongside a brief but fascinating explanation of the walk's theme. Absorb, as you walk, philosophy, culture and history Homilies, poetry, prayers, quotations - Inspiration to take with you on your journey Accessible language - The guide explains complex, sophisticated concepts in a delightfully easy, accessible way Charming illustrated route maps - The clear maps are enhanced with landscape photography to help guide you on your way Walks for Mind and Spirit offers you fifty half day or full day walks in a beautiful and portable book.

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Book SynopsisUltimate Coastal Road Trips: Australia is Lee Atkinson's completely new guidebook for Australia's best road trips near the water, a perfect companion to her bestselling Ultimate Road Trips: Australia. This comprehensive guide covers 40 seaside road trips around the country including the Great Ocean Road, Western Australia’s Coral Coast, the Grand Pacific Drive, and K'gari, Flinders and Bruny islands. All trips in the book focus exclusively on the coast and offer a wealth of detail for those planning a beach holiday, as well as some worthwhile side trips inland (if you have the time). For each road trip there is a day-by-day itinerary with information on road conditions, what to see and do, rainy-weather options, best time to go and how long it will take. There are also stunning images of our most spectacular stretches of coastline and detailed maps. Use this book as inspiration to live the Australian dream and follow the sun along our iconic coastline.

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Book Synopsis100 wildlife walks through our beautiful British countryside. The beautiful countryside and intimate wildlife stories explored in Springwatch have inspired viewers to get outside and reconnect with the natural world for almost 20 years. Now this new practical compendium will help you go further, bringing together the most scenic walks and diverse wildlife from around Britain. Covering every region in the UK, it includes a range of easy strolls and more challenging hikes for every level of walker, each featuring wildlife unique to the area: from white-tailed eagles on the Isle of Mull and red squirrels in Northumberland, to grey seals in Devon, bottlenose dolphins along the Welsh coast and sparrowhawks in Northern Ireland. Detailed descriptions of routes, specially-commissioned maps and easy-to-follow practical information ensure you have everything you need to set out on these walks yourself, with tips on spotting flora and fauna, with a key species selected for each walk across the country.With a foreword by Chris Packham, and beautiful line art throughout, whether you feel like wandering through a bluebell wood or enjoying the sea breeze on a dramatic coastal path, Springwatch: Great British Walks has something for every season - and it's all just outside your door.

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Book SynopsisThis guide describes 23 day routes, graded by a combination of distance, climb and overall gradient, all suitable for road bikes and illustrated by detailed maps and profiles. In addition a six-stage tour takes in all the highlights, including Grassington, Leyburn, Hawes, Kirkby Stephen, Ingleton and Settle. And for those who really want to test themselves, the route of the Stage 1 of the 2014 Tour de France, a 206km loop from Leeds to Harrogate, is also included, with an option to close the loop without adding many extra miles. Appendices include a route summary table to help you choose your route, lots of information about facilities for cyclists along the routes, taking bikes on public transport and basic bike maintenance. The Vuelta a Dales takes in the best dales, passes and viewpoints as it passes through Grassington, Leyburn, Hawes, Kirkby Stephen, Sedbergh, Ingleton and Settle. The Yorkshire Dales have always welcomed visitors who enjoy the views. For cyclists, the national park and the areas overlapping its boundaries provide a splendid mix of varied scenic landscapes, an extensive network of roads and peaceful lanes and many cycle-friendly cafés and tea shops. With almost every turn revealing yet another stunning view, the Dales are an ideal area to explore by bike.Table of ContentsOverview map Map key Introduction Geology of the Dales Human habitation Wildlife Getting there and getting about Money When to go Accommodation Food and drink What to wear What to take Choosing your bike Maps Emergencies Using this guide Pateley Bridge Link Route Leeds Bradford Airport to Askwith Route 1 Nidderdale, Washburn and Wharfedale Route 2 Brimham Moor, Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Route 3 Masham and Burn Valley Grassington Route 4 Round Barden Route 5 Malhamdale and High Limestone Country Route 6 Malhamdale by way of Bordley Route 7 Malhamdale, Silverdale and Littondale Ingleton Route 8 Dentdale and round Whernside Route 9 Ribblesdale and round Ingleborough Settle Route 10 Dales and Tarn Route 11 Langcliffe Scar and Malham Reeth Route 12 Tan Hill Route 13 Wensleydale, Mallerstang and Tan Hill Route 14 Richmond Sedbergh Route 15 Lune Valley and Barbondale Route 16 Circuit of the Howgill Fells Route 17 Barbondale and Holme Open Farm Hawes Route 18 The Big Cheese Route 19 Semerwater Route 20 Coverdale and Langstrothdale Chase Leyburn Link Route Northallerton to Leyburn Route 21 Swaledale and The Fleak Route 22 Aysgarth Falls Route 23 Jervaulx Abbey and Middleham Tour de France 2014 Route 24 Tour de France 2014 Stage 1: Leeds to Harrogate La Vuelta a Dales Stage 1 Settle to Pateley Bridge Stage 2 Pateley Bridge to Leyburn Stage 3 Leyburn to Hawes Stage 4 Hawes to Muker Stage 5 Muker to Sedbergh Stage 6 Sedbergh to Settle Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Useful contacts Appendix C Campsites along the Vuelta a Dales Appendix D Cycles on public transport Appendix E Basic bike maintenance

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 25 day walks in Essex and a 155km (96 mile) long-distance route that follows the Essex Way from the fringes of London in the west to the port of Harwich in the east. With routes in the guidebook covering the whole of the county there’s something for beginner and experienced walkers alike. The day walks are all circular, except for 3 linear routes, ranging from 7–29km (5–18 miles) in length and walkable in between 2 and 8 hours. The cross-Essex route consists of 11 stages of 8–23km (5–15 miles) in length, which take between 3 and 6 hours to walk. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk Transport, refreshment and accommodation information given for each stage of the cross-Essex walk Information given on local history, geology and wildlife Local points of interest are featured including Epping Forest, Constable’s Dedham Vale, Audley End Easy access from London, Chelmsford and Colchester Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction The geology of Essex Natural Essex Town and village When to go Getting there and getting around Where to stay Access and waymarking What to take Maps Using this guide Coast and Estuary Walk 1 The Naze peninsula Walk 2 Mersea Island Walk 3 The marshes around Tollesbury Walk 4 St Peter's Chapel and Bradwell marshes Walk 5 River Crouch Walk 6 Leigh-on-Sea and Hadleigh Castle Inland Essex Walk 7 Orsett Fen Walk 8 Havering-atte-Bower Walk 9 Hainault Forest and Lambourne Walk 10 Mill Green and Writtle Forest Walk 11 Danbury Walk 12 Moreton and the Matchings Walk 13 The River Stort at Harlow Walk 14 Hatfield Forest Walk 15 Debden and Widdington Walk 16 Arkesden, Chrishall and Elmdon Walk 17 Great Chesterford and Saffron Walden Walk 18 Ashdon Walk 19 Radwinter and Bendysh Woods Walk 20 Thaxted and Great Easton Walk 21 Finchingfield and Great Bardfield Walk 22 Castle Hedingham and Hull's Mill Walk 23 Chalkney Wood and Earl's Colne Walk 24 Bures to Sudbury Walk 25 Dedham Across Essex: Manor Park to Harwich Stage 1 Manor Park to Epping Stage 2 Epping to Ongar Stage 3 Ongar to Salt's Green Stage 4 Salt's Green to Great Waltham Stage 5 Great Waltham to White Notley Stage 6 White Notley to Coggeshall Stage 7 Coggeshall to Fordstreet Bridge Stage 8 Fordstreet Bridge to Great Horkesley Stage 9 Great Horkesley to Dedham Stage 10 Dedham to Wrabness Stage 11 Wrabness to Harwich Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Useful contacts Appendix C Nine more long-distance paths in Essex Appendix D Further reading

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to four hut-to-hut treks in Austria’s Zillertal Alps: the 80km Zillertal Rucksack Route (also known as the Berliner Hohenweg), the 54km Peter Habeler Runde, the 45km Olperer Runde and the 61km Zillertal South Tirol Tour. Suitable for experienced trekkers with good fitness, the routes showcase the region’s stunning mountain scenery. The Zillertal Rucksack Route is presented in 9 stages, the Peter Habeler Runde in 7, the Olperer Runde in 6 and the Zillertal South Tirol Tour in 7. Also included are optional ascents of neighbouring peaks, including the region’s highest, 3510m Hochfeiler, some of which may require specialist equipment, mountaineering skills and experience of glacier crossing. Clear route description illustrated with 1:50,000 mapping GPX files available for download Elevation profiles for each trek Comprehensive hut directory Detailed summary of each day’s challenges and any potential hazards

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to four treks in Austria’s Hohe Tauern: the 61km Reichen Group Hut-to-Hut Rucksack Route, the 68km Venediger Group Hut-to-Hut Rucksack Route, the 78km Venediger Glacier Tour and the 99km Glockner Rucksack Route. Whereas the three rucksack routes require only good fitness and mountain walking experience, the glacier tour involves glacier crossings. The Reichen Rucksack Route is presented in 7 stages, the Venediger Rucksack Route in 7, the Venediger Glacier Tour in 8 and the Glockner Rucksack Route in 9. Also included are optional ascents of neighbouring peaks, including Austria’s highest, the Gross Glockner, some of which may require specialist equipment and mountaineering skills. Clear route description illustrated with 1:50,000 mapping Elevation profiles for each trek Comprehensive hut directory Detailed summary of each day’s challenges and any potential hazards Ideas for linking stages of the routes to complete a traverse of the Hohe Tauern National Park and an ascent of the Gross Glockner

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Book SynopsisA booklet of all the mapping needed to complete the Thames Path National Trail between the Woolwich Foot Tunnel in east London and the river’s source in Gloucestershire. This straightforward trail covers 292km (182 miles) and can be walked in around 2 weeks. GPX files available to download The full route line is shown on 1:25,000 OS maps The map booklet can be used to walk the trail in either direction Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket The relevant extract from the OS Explorer map legend is included Route extension from Erith in Kent to Woolwich Foot Tunnel is also provided An accompanying Cicerone guidebook – Walking the Thames Path – is also available, which includes a copy of this map booklet

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to walking the Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail between Bowness-on-Solway in Cumbria and Wallsend, Newcastle. Covering 135km (84 miles), this historic route takes around 10 days to hike. Suitable for beginners, it nevertheless requires a reasonable level of fitness to undertake as a multi-day walk. The route is described in 10 stages between 8 and 16km (5–10 miles) in length and in both directions, west–east and east–west. An optional 2-stage extension through Newcastle to South Shields on the east coast is also provided. Contains step-by-step description of the route alongside 1:100,000 OS maps Includes a separate map booklet containing OS 1:25,000 mapping and route line Handy route summary tables, alternative walking schedules and accommodation listings help you plan your itinerary Packed with historical detail, as well as maps marking locations of Roman milecastles and other archaeological sites on and near the wall Public transport by stage is listed for those wanting to break the trail into shorter sections

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Book SynopsisAll the mapping you need to complete the 100 mile (160km) South Downs Way National Trail, between Eastbourne and Winchester. With easy walking on ancient trackways, the route features wooded areas, river valleys and attractive villages and is rich in natural, geological and historical interest. This booklet of Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 Explorer maps has been designed for convenient use on the trail. It shows the full and up-to-date line of the route along with the relevant extract from the OS Explorer map legend, and can be used when walking the trail in either direction. Conveniently sized for slipping into a jacket pocket or the top of a rucksack, it comes in a clear PVC sleeve. An accompanying Cicerone guidebook - The South Downs Way - describes the full route in both directions and includes lots of other practical and historical information, for those who prefer a written guide. The guidebook INCLUDES a copy of this map booklet.

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Book SynopsisThis guide describes the second part of the Danube Cycle route, a 1647km cycle ride following the lower part of the Danube from the Hungarian capital of Budapest through Hungary, Croatia, Serbia and Romania to the river's delta on the shores of the Black Sea. The cycling is generally level with a few gentle gradients, mostly on quiet country roads or riverside flood dykes. The 32 stages vary from 30-96km, with some longer excursions and surfaces are mostly in good condition, suitable for hybrid or touring cycles. Cycling infrastructure is generally good in Hungary, Croatia and Serbia. In Romania, where there is no waymarking and often long distances between places to sleep and eat, this guidebook gives a detailed route description, and maps for each stage at a cycle-friendly a scale of approximately 1:150,000. Off-route excursions enable short visits to be made to Bulgaria, Moldova, Ukraine and the Danube delta.

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Book SynopsisBelfast to Derry is one of the world’s greatest road trips. Travelling around the spectacular Causeway Coast is ranked among the world’s five greatest road trips. This book features a selection of the stunning sights and places along the causeway coast. From the Carrick-a-rede rope bridge to the Giant’s Causeway, from the Bushmills Distillery to the Dunluce Castle. This beautiful and engaging book is filled with photographs of famous sites as well as hidden gems.Trade Reviewstunning sights and places along the causeway coast … beautiful and engaging book * Ireland's Own Magazine *lovely book … stunning … ideal travelling companion or coffee table book * Campervan Tales *a useful handbook for anyone exploring the Belfast to Derry coast and hinterland … there is much to learn even for those familiar with the route * Travel Extra Magazine *

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Book SynopsisWhether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet’s Blue-Ridge Parkway Road Trips, featuring four amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way. Cross a mile-high suspension bridge for a parkway panorama at Grandfather Mountain, enjoy indie shops and microbreweries in downtown Asheville, and hike to spectacular views from 90ft Linville Falls - all with your trusted travel companion, all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet’s Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trips:Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after2020’s COVID-19 outbreakLavish color and gorgeous photography throughoutItineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interestsGet around easily - easy-to-read, full-color route maps, detailed directionsInsider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missUseful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip Covers Virginia, North Carolina, Shenandoah National Park, Lexington, Asheville, Cherokee, Brevard, Bryson City, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Charlotte and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trips is perfect for exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway in the classic American way - by road trip!Planning a Blue Ridge Parkway trip sans a car? Lonely Planet’s USA guide, our most comprehensive guide to the USA, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.There's More in Store for You:For more road-tripping ideas, check out Lonely Planet’s Best Trips guides to New England, California and Florida or Road Trips guides to the Pacific Coast Highway and Civil War Trails.Also, check out Lonely Planet's Best Trips guides to France, Italy and Great Britain or Road Trips guides to Normandy and the D-Day Beaches and Galway and the West of Ireland.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' – New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' – Fairfax Media (Australia)

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Book SynopsisBig Rides: Great Britain & Ireland is an inspirational guide to the most iconic, epic and popular long-distance cycle trails in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Ireland, including two excursions from mainland Britain to Northern France.The twenty-five featured routes showcase the best of Britain on two wheels. For those who prefer to pedal on-road, the routes take you along the historic Way of the Roses trail through Lancaster and York, as well as across Scotland’s Atlantic perimeter on the Hebridean Way. The trails head off-road to Northern England’s hills on the Sea to Sea (C2C) and past iconic monuments in Southern England on King Alfred’s Way. Mountain bike enthusiasts will find plenty to challenge them in the Sarn Helen and through the Scottish Highlands on the renowned Highland Trail 550. The routes then head offshore, to Ireland’s coast on the Wild Atlantic Way and from Devon and Dorset’s Jurassic Coast to Normandy’s alabaster cliffs on the Tour de Manche. Vertebrate Publishing’s Big Rides books are designed to inspire big adventures. Rather than being carried along the route, this guide provides everything you need to plan and explore further, including a general overview of the trails, specific technical information, overview mapping, key information and stunning photography. As well as this, each route specifies approximate timings which allows for you to plan your adventure at your own pace. Whether you’re completing routes at a leisurely speed or racing towards the finish, let Big Rides: Great Britain & Ireland be your guide.Table of ContentsAvenue Verte Ballyshannon to Larne Coast to Coast (Sea to Sea/C2C)Coasts and Castles SouthGreat North Trail Great Western Way Hadrian’s Cycleway Hebridean Way Highland Trail 550John Muir Way King Alfred’s Way Lakeland 200 LEJOG Lon Cambria Norfolk Coast Cycle Way North Coast 500 Sarn HelenSouth Downs Way Tour de MancheTour de Peak DistrictTrans Pennine Trail Way of the RosesWest Country WayWild Atlantic Way Yorkshire Dales Cycleway

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Book SynopsisAn inspirational larger format book providing an overview of 20 memorable treks in the Himalaya. A stunning collection of all the best trekking ideas throughout the Himalayan range, they include such well-known classics as the treks to Everest, K2 and Kangchenjunga base camps, and the Annapurna and Manaslu Circuits. The ultra-long Lunana Snowman Trek and a kora around sacred Mount Kailash in Tibet are also included. There are epic glacier treks like that to Pakistan's Snow Lake; following in the footsteps of Shipton and Tilman towards Nanda Devi, and the approach to Gangkar Punsum - the world's highest unclimbed peak located in remote Bhutan. Unlike a conventional guidebook, detailed route descriptions are not included; the book is, however, an excellent planning resource for those who wish to venture into the Himalayas. It looks at each route in turn and provides a snapshot of what makes the trek special, helping you choose the best routes to walk. Perfect either for planning, or for the armchair explorer.Table of ContentsAbout the authors Overview of routes Introduction About this book Trekking in the Himalaya: a background Trekking styles When to go Safety in the mountains Minimum impact trekking The Treks Trek 1 K2 and Concordia - Steve Razzetti Trek 2 Snow Lake - Steve Razzetti Trek 3 Nanga Parbat - Bart Jordans Trek 4 Zanskar Dream Trek - Steve Berry Trek 5 Nanda Devi Sanctuary - Steve Berry Trek 6 Mount Kailash Kora - Si#xe2;n Pritchard-Jones and Bob Gibbons Trek 7 Inner Dolpo: Shey Gompa and the Crystal Mountain - Stephen Goodwin Trek 8 Lower Dolpo: from Juphal to Jumla - Kev Reynolds Trek 9 Dhaulagiri Circuit - Bart Jordans Trek 10 Annapurna Circuit - Si#xe2;n Pritchard-Jones and Bob Gibbons Trek 11 Annapurna Sanctuary - Kev Reynolds Trek 12 Manaslu Circuit - Kev Reynolds Trek 13 Langtang and Helambu - Kev Reynolds Trek 14 Everest Base Camp - Kev Reynolds Trek 15 Everest: Kangshung Face - Bart Jordans Trek 16 Makalu Base Camp - Chris Townsend Trek 17 Kangchenjunga: North and South Base Camps - Kev Reynolds Trek 18 Kangchenjunga: Singalila Ridge and Goecha La - Kev Reynolds Trek 19 Lunana Snowman Trek - Bart Jordans Trek 20 Gangkar Punsum Base Camp - Steve Berry APPENDIX A Useful contacts APPENDIX B Glossary for trekkers APPENDIX C Further reading INDEX

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