Walking, hiking, trekking Books

Book Synopsis14 different itineraries: schedules of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 days for hikers and runners. Includes both southbound and northbound itineraries. Difficult calculations of time, distance and altitude gain/loss are done for you. Also includes: - Detailed information on equipment and travelling light - Full accommodation/campsite listings - Everything the trekker needs to know: route, costs, difficulty, weather and more - Travel to the trail-head - Essential info for both self-guided and guided trekkers - Information on the volcanic sights along the route - Information on plants and wildlife - History of Iceland - Numbered waypoints linking the Real Maps to our clear descriptions The Laugavegur Trail is one of the world's most beautiful and aspirational treks. It leads you into the heart of Iceland?s unique ice-capped, volcanic terrain. Experience spectacular and unusual landscapes, the likes of which you will not find anywhere else on the planet. Impressive volcanic peaks are a constant companion and steam gushes from the ground. This is Iceland at its best and it will be an adventure that you will never forget.

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Book SynopsisWith extensive sections to help choose a trekking region, this is a route and planning guide for anyone organising a trekking holiday in Nepal. It includes the most popular routes as well as the newest trekking areas plus the most extreme route of all, the 160-day Great Himalaya Trail. There are route guides to the following regions: Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Rolwaling, Solu-Khumbu (Everest Region), Helambu & Langtang, Ganesh & Manaslu, Annapurna, Naar & Phu, Mustang, Dolpo, The Far West. * Choosing a trek – independent tea-house trekking or guided treks arranged through trekking agencies; choosing a guide and crew; when to go; trekking grades and duration * Practical information – visas, permits, fees and equipment, planning your trip and getting to Nepal * Nepal background – people, religions, festivals and etiquette * Kathmandu & Pokhara city guides – hotels, restaurants, what to see * Green hiking – responsible tourism and how to minimise your impact on a fragile region * Health and safety – how to stay healthy on your trek and avoid altitude sickness * Colour mapping – showing the main trekking routes in NepalTrade ReviewReviews for previous editions: 'Recommended.' - Adventure Travel; 'Comprehensive' - Backpack (UK); 'Showcases the newest trekking areas and has extensive planning sections' - Daily Telegraph (UK); ' ...details many routes in Nepal, including the full mountain traverse.' Wanderlust (UK);

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Book SynopsisThe only sheet map for the Tour du Mont Blanc that shows all accommodation, food and transport options. The entire trek and variants on a single sheet: perfect for planning and navigation.

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Book SynopsisThe go-to Algarve travel guide for discovering the best walks and car tours. Strap on your boots and discover Algarve on foot with the Sunflower Algarve travel guide. And on the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our legendary car tours. The Sunflower Algarve guide is indispensable for hiking in Algarve or seeing Algarve by car. Away from the busy beaches, the Algarve has a countryside full of interest and beauty, quietly awaiting discovery. From flowers and fountains, hilltops and history, to windmills and water-mills, this book will set your feet wandering to find them all. There are car tours, too, to get you out and about, searching out little-known points of interest-like the huge rose compass (rosa dos ventos) on the barren promontory of Sagres, where Prince Henry the Navigator founded his school of navigation, or the Moorish castle and old Roman bridge at Paderne. But don't think for one moment that we have turned our backs on and ignored the beautiful and rugged western coastline. Wherever it is still unspoilt and free from development, the authors have incorporated it into a walk. Whatever your age or ability we’ve got some glorious walks and car tours to ensure you have a memorable Algarve holiday. Inside the Sunflower Algarve guide book you’ll find: 55 long and short walks for all ages and abilities – each walk is graded so you can easily match your ability to the level of walk Topographical walking maps – give you a clear sense of the surrounding terrain with a scale of 1:50 000 Algarve Way highlighted on all relevant maps Free downloadable gps tracks – for the techies Satnav guidance to walk starts for motorists 5 car tours and fold-out touring map – for easy reference on your tour Strolls to idyllic picnic spots – enjoy our recommendations for where to picnic along the way Timetables for public transport – ideal if you want to link two walks or avoid hiring a car on your holiday Online update service for the latest information Includes Faro town plan Whether you tour the region by car or explore on foot, we look forward to showing you around.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to walking the Adlerweg (Eagle's Way) trail between St Johann in Tirol and St Anton am Arlberg via Innsbruck. Covering 324km (201 miles), this long-distance trek through the Austrian Tyrolean Alps is suitable for any reasonably fit, experienced walker and can be walked in 3 weeks. The route is described from east to west in 24 stages, each between 7 and 32km (4–20 miles) in length. Easier, alternative routes are also included for those wanting to avoid the most technical stages. 1:50,000 maps included for each stage GPX files available to download Refreshment, transport and accommodation information given for each trek stage Advice on planning and preparation Highlights include Wilderkaiser and the Lechtaler Alpen

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 32 walks in the unspoilt mountains of Extremadura in western Spain. Exploring diverse landscapes including La Garganta de los Infiernos Natural Park and the Sierra de Gata, Montes de Toledo and Sierra Morena, all of the routes involve some ascent but none require mountaineering skills. Walks range from 6 to 19km (4–12 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–6 hours. Some can be linked to create longer routes of up to 28km (17 miles). Clear route description with 1:50,000 mapping GPX files available to download Information on refreshments, access, parking and water sources provided for each route Advice on walking bases Geology, history, plants and wildlife and local points of interest Table of ContentsMap key Overview map INTRODUCTION Geography and geology Animals and birds Flowers and plants Human history Getting there Getting around When to go Bases and accommodation Food and drink Language Money Communications What to take on a walk Waymarking Maps Health and emergencies Using this guide THE NORTHERN SIERRAS: THE SISTEMA CENTRAL Sierra de Gata Walk 1 San Martín de Trevejo and the Sierra de Eljas Walk 2 Pico J#xe1;lama Walk 3 Puerto de Castilla and Pico Jañona Walk 4 Castillo de Almenara and the Sierra de las Jañonas Walk 5 Robledillo de Gata and Ovejuela Sierra de B#xe9;jar Walk 6 La Garganta and El Nevero Walk 7 La Muela and the forest track Walk 8 The valley route to La Muela Sierra de Gredos Walk 9 Cascadas Nogaleas in the Montes de Tras la Sierra Walk 10 Los Pilones and Puente Sacrist#xe1;n Walk 11 Jerte to Puente Nuevo in the Sierra de Tormantos Walk 12 Puente los Papúos in the Montes de Tras la Sierra Walk 13 The Jaranda valley Walk 14 Guijo de Santa B#xe1;rbara and El Trabuquete THE CENTRAL SIERRAS: THE MONTES DE TOLEDO Sierra de Mont#xe1;nchez Walk 15 Arroyomolinos Walk 16 Torre de Santa María to Mont#xe1;nchez Walk 17 Torre de Santa María and the mills Walk 18 The oak woods of Zarza de Mont#xe1;nchez Walk 19 Almoharín and the Sierra de San Cristobal Walk 20 The Sierra de los Alijares Walk 21 The Sierra de Santa Cruz Sierra del Campillo and the Sierra de Juncaldilla Walk 22 Garganta de Cuernacabras Sierra de Guadalupe Walk 23 Garciaz and Pico Venero Walk 24 Cabañas de Castillo to Navezuelas Walk 25 Navezuelas to Guadalupe Sierra de la Pela Walk 26 Orellana de la Sierra THE SOUTHERN SIERRAS Sierra de Peñas Blancas and Sierra de Juan Bueno Walk 27 La Zarza Sierra Grande de Hornachos Walk 28 Hornachos Sierra Morena Walk 29 Cabeza la Vaca and the Sierra de Buitrera Walk 30 Monasterio de Tentudía and Pico Tentudía Walk 31 Forest circuit in the Sierra Tudía y Sus Faldas Walk 32 Alto de Aguafría and the Sierra de Aguafría Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Link route summary table Appendix C Additional waymarked routes in the area Appendix D Useful contacts Appendix E Glossary

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Book SynopsisThe Cateran Trail is one of Scotland's Great Trails a circuit of 64 miles (104 km) starting in Blairgowrie, near Perth, following in the footsteps of cattle-rustlers (caterans). This waymarked Trail follows ancient paths through glens, mountains and farmland of Highland Perthshire, with fine scenery, heritage and wildlife. The nearest village is never more than 7 miles (11 km) away, and gradients are easy to moderate. The Trail can be completed comfortably within 4-5 days, and several route variants are described, including the option for a weekend Minitrail.Our updated third edition includes 35 fine images from professional photographer Mike Bell. Its detailed mapping is at 1:50,000 and has been updated for 2024, as have all route descriptions and other information.

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Book SynopsisThe first comprehensive ski-resort focused map of the Alps, showing the positions of 640 resorts, enabling independent travellers to plan their journeys to and through the mountains. - attractive, clear mapping showing the location of 640 indexed alpine resorts in Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Liechtenstein, Slovenia and Switzerland - mountain railways, local and high speed lines to help plan transfers from airports, or international travel by train- Eurostar Ski Train route from St Pancras to the French Alps- complete network of major roads across the region and minor roads serving resorts- roads closed for winter shown- resorts directly accessible by train marked- large linked ski areas, such as the 3 Valleys and the Portes du Soleil region highlighted and indexed- main ferry services across the Alpine lakes that take you to, or close to, resorts- the position of over 30 airports in, or near, the Alps, highlighting those with their own railway station for an easy onward connection- resorts with thermal spas included and indexed- extensive information on 100 selected resorts (extent of downhill and cross-country skiing, altitude and vertical drop, number of lifts, availability of glacier skiing, and accessibility by train)

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Book Synopsis28 circular, graded walks all tried and tested by seasoned walkers. The routes range from extended strolls to exhilarating hikes, so there is something for everyone.

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Book SynopsisBig Trails: Heart of Europe is an indispensable guide to the most spectacular and popular long-distance trails in the Western European countries of France, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Italy.The twenty-five featured routes cover the best that European trails have to offer, sweeping from the GR21 along the Normandy Coast to the GR1 Tour de Paris and King Ludwig’s Way in Germany. Culminating in trails such as the Tour du Mont Blanc and Chamonix–Zermatt Haute Route, the jewels of the Alps, this delves deep into Western Europe’s most iconic routes.The book will 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 devised using the Jones–Ross formula, which allows for custom itineraries to be generated depending upon the speed of the user. Whether you’re walking, trekking, fastpacking or running, let Big Trails: Heart of Europe be your guide.Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsWhat is a Big Trail?About the routesHow to use this bookWalk, trek, fastpack, runPlanning for a Big TrailTHE TRAILS01 Adlerweg02 Alta Via 103 Altmühltal-Panoramaweg04 Brabantse Heuvelroute05 Carnic Peace Trail06 Heidschnuckenweg07 Holland’s Coast Path08 King Ludwig’s Way09 Malerweg10 Meraner Höhenweg11 Mullerthal Trail12 Normandy’s Alabaster Coast13 Pfälzer Weinsteig14 Pieterpad15 Rhine Castles Trail16 Salzburger Almenweg17 Stelling van Amsterdam18 Tour de Paris19 Tour du Matterhorn20 Tour du Mont Blanc21 Tour of Monte Rosa22 Traversée du Massif des Vosges23 Walker’s Haute Route: Chamonix to Zermatt24 Walserweg25 Westweg

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Book SynopsisEssential guidebook of walks and climbs in the Pyrenees, one of Europe's finest mountain ranges. The guide includes 170 day walks, multi-day walks, climbing routes and mountaineering ascents, and covers all valleys and peaks on both sides of the border with France and Spain, with through routes and peaks to bag. The guidebook divides the range into 21 sections, including Andorra, the Ordesa National Park, the Carlit Massif, Gavarnie and the Cirque du Lescun to name a few. Each area includes practical information on travel, accommodation and mountain refuges, as well sketch mapping. Between short, half-hour walks, to 12-day treks and 25 summits, this guidebook will help any walker, climber or trekker experience the best of the Pyrenees. There are exquisite valleys and passes to wander and summits of 3000m and more within the reach of most hill walkers. The landscape is full of diversity and contrast, with Alpine-style peaks, small glaciers, deep gorges and more than 1000 mountain lakes.Table of ContentsOverview map Map key Preface to the seventh edition Introduction The mountains National parks Vegetation Wildlife Getting there Weather Equipment Refuges, gîtes and camping Maps Emergency services Using the guide Information at a glance 1 Cirque de Lescun Route 1 Lescun - Refuge de Lab#xe9;rouat Route 2 Lescun - Pic d'Anie Route 3 Lescun (Parking Nabia) - Lac de Lhurs Route 4 Lescun - Cabane de P#xe9;dain Route 5 Cabane de P#xe9;dain - Cabane d'Ansab#xe8;re Route 6 Lescun - Cabane d'Ansab#xe8;re Route 7 Cabane d'Ansab#xe8;re - Pic d'Ansab#xe8;re Route 8 Lescun (Pont Lamary) - Lac d'Ansab#xe8;re - Ibón de Acherito Route 9 Cabane d'Ansab#xe8;re - Col de Burcq - Refuge d'Arlet Route 10 Cirque de Lescun and the Frontier Ridge Route 11 Lescun to Refuge d'Ayous via Etsaut 2 Pic du Midi d'Ossau Route 12 Lac de Bious-Artigues - Refuge d'Ayous Route 13 Lac de Bious-Artigues - Col de Suzon - Refuge de Pombie Route 14 Lac de Bious-Artigues - Col de Peyreget - Refuge de Pombie Route 15 Ossau Valley (Caillou de Soques) - Refuge de Pombie Route 16 Col du Pourtalet (An#xe9;ou Pastures) - Refuge de Pombie Route 17 Refuge de Pombie - Pic du Midi d'Ossau Route 18 Ayous Lakes Circuit Route 19 Tour of Pic du Midi d'Ossau Route 20 Extended Tour of Pic du Midi 3 Balaïtous Route 21 Ossau Valley (Caillou de Soques) - Refuge d'Arr#xe9;moulit (via Passage d'Orteig) Route 22 Ossau Valley (Caillou de Soques) - Refuge d'Arr#xe9;moulit (via Lac d'Artouste) Route 23 Lac d'Artouste - Refuge d'Arr#xe9;moulit Route 24 Refuge d'Arr#xe9;moulit - Pic Palas Route 25 Refuge d'Arr#xe9;moulit - Col du Palas - Port du Lavedan - Refuge de Larribet Route 26 Plan d'Aste - Lac de Suyen - Refuge de Larribet Route 27 Plan d'Aste - Refuge Ledormeur Route 28 Plan d'Aste - Refuge de Migou#xe9;lou Route 29 Lac d'Artouste - Col d'Artouste - Refuge de Migou#xe9;lou Route 30 Refuge d'Arr#xe9;moulit - Col d'Arr#xe9;moulit - Refugio de Respomuso Route 31 Sallent de Gallego (Puente de la Fajas) - Refugio de Respomuso Route 32 Tour of the Balaïtous Region Route 33 Lac du Tech (Vall#xe9;e d'Arrens) - Lac de Pouey-Laün Route 34 Refuge d'Arr#xe9;moulit - Balaïtous Route 35 Refuge de Larribet - Balaïtous 4 The Gourette Massif Route 36 Gourette - Lac d'Anglas Route 37 Gourette - Lac d'Uzious - Lac du Lavedan Route 38 Gourette - Lac du Tech - Arrens-Marsous - Gourette 5 Vall#xe9;e d'Estaing Route 39 Circuit of Lac d'Estaing Route 40 Lac d'Estaing - Lac du Plaa de Prat Route 41 Lac d'Estaing - Col d'Ilh#xe9;ou - Refuge d'Ilh#xe9;ou Route 42 Lac d'Estaing - Lac du Barbat 6 Vall#xe9;e du Marcadau Route 43 Cauterets - Pont d'Espagne - Chalet-Refuge du Clot Route 44 Chalet-Refuge du Clot - Refuge Wallon Route 45 Pont d'Espagne - Refuge Wallon Route 46 Refuge Wallon - Grande Fache Route 47 Refuge Wallon - Port du Marcadau Route 48 Refuge Wallon - Pic de Cambal#xe8;s Route 49 Refuge Wallon - Col de Cambal#xe8;s Route 50 Marcadau Lakes Circuit Route 51 Refuge Wallon - Col d'Arratille Route 52 A Tour of the Arratille Valley Route 53 Refuge Wallon to Gavarnie 7 Vignemale Route 54 Pont d'Espagne - Refuge des Oulettes de Gaube Route 55 Refuge des Oulettes de Gaube - Refuge de Bayssellance Route 56 Refuge des Oulettes de Gaube - Petit Vignemale Route 57 Hourquette d'Ossoue - Pointe Chausenque Route 58 Gavarnie (Barrage d'Ossoue) - Refuge de Baysellance Route 59 Refuge de Bayssellance - Vignemale Route 60 Refuge des Oulettes de Gaube - Col des Oulettes - Torla Route 61 Refuge des Oulettes de Gaube - Refuge d'Estom 8 Vall#xe9;e de Lutour Route 62 Cauterets - La Fruiti#xe8;re Route 63 La Fruiti#xe8;re - Refuge d'Estom Route 64 Refuge d'Estom - Lac Glac#xe9; Route 65 La Fruiti#xe8;re - Refuge Russell 9 Gavarnie Route 66 Gavarnie - Plateau de Bellevue - Gavarnie Route 67 Gavarnie - Hôtellerie du Cirque - Gavarnie Route 68 Gavarnie - Refuge des Espuguettes Route 69 Gavarnie - Refuge des Espuguettes - Pim#xe9;n#xe9; Route 70 Gavarnie (Col de Tentes) - Pic de Tentes - Pic de la Pahule Route 71 Gavarnie - Refuge de la Br#xe8;che Route 72 Col de Tentes - Port de Boucharo - Refuge de la Br#xe8;che Route 73 Gavarnie - Refuge de la Br#xe8;che Route 74 Refuge de la Br#xe8;che - Pic du Marbor#xe9; Route 75 Refuge de la Br#xe8;che - Tour du Marbor#xe9; Route 76 Refuge de la Br#xe8;che - Casque du Marbor#xe9; Route 77 Refuge de la Br#xe8;che - Pic du Taillon Route 78 Refuge de la Br#xe8;che - Refugio de Góriz 10 Ordesa National Park Route 79 Torla - Pradera de Ordesa Route 80 Pradera de Ordesa - Refugio de Góriz Route 81 Pradera de Ordesa - Circo de Soaso - Faja de Pelay - Ordesa Route 82 Pradera de Ordesa - Faja los Canarellos - Ordesa Route 83 Refugio de Góriz - Collado de Arrablo - Añisclo Canyon - Puente de San Úrbez Route 84 The Spanish Canyons Tour Route 85 Refugio de Góriz - Monte Perdido Route 86 Valle de Pineta - Monte Perdido Route 87 Valle de Pineta - Llanos de La Larri 11 Estaub#xe9;, Troumouse and Barroude Route 88 Barrage des Gloriettes - Cabane d'Estaub#xe9; Route 89 H#xe9;as - Lacs des Aires - Le Cot Route 90 H#xe9;as - Hourquette d'H#xe9;as - Hourquette de Chermentas - Cirque de Barroude Route 91 Cirque de Barroude - Pic de Port-Vieux - Port Vieux - Cirque de Barroude 12 R#xe9;serve Naturelle de N#xe9;ouvielle Route 92 Bar#xe8;ges - Refuge de la Gl#xe8;re Route 93 Bar#xe8;ges (Pont de la Gaubie) - Lac dets Coubous Route 94 Bar#xe8;ges (Pont de la Gaubie) - Cabane d'Aygues-Cluses Route 95 Bar#xe8;ges (Pont de la Gaubie) - Col de Madam#xe8;te - Pic de Madam#xe8;te - Lac dets Coubous - Pont de la Gaubie Route 96 Bar#xe8;ges (Pont de la Gaubie) - Col de Madam#xe8;te - Chalet-Hôtel de l'Oule Route 97 Bar#xe8;ges (Pont de la Gaubie) - Hourquette N#xe8;re - Refuge de Bastan Route 98 Chalet-Hôtel de l'Oule - Refuge de Bastan Route 99 Artigues (Col du Tourmalet road) - Refuge de Campana de Cloutou Route 100 Vall#xe9;e de Couplan - Chalet-Hôtel de l'Oule Route 101 A Walking Circuit of Lac de l'Oule Route 102 A Circuit of Lac d'Aumar Route 103 A N#xe9;ouvielle Lakes Circuit 13 Lac d'Oô and the Cirque d'Espingo Route 104 Granges d'Astau - Lac d'Oô - Refuge d'Espingo Route 105 Refuge d'Espingo - Refuge du Portillon Route 106 Refuge d'Espingo - Port d'Oô - Refugio de Estós 14 The Posets Massif Route 107 Eriste - Refugio Ángel Orús Route 108 Benasque - Refugio de Estós Route 109 Refugio de Estós - Pico de Posets Route 110 Refugio de Estós - Pico de Posets via SE Ar#xea;te Route 111 Puente Nuevo de San Chaime - Ibónes d'Escarpinosa Route 112 Refugio de Estós - Puerto de Gistain - Refugio de Viadós Route 113 Refugio de Viadós - Collado de Eriste - Refugio Ángel Orús Route 114 Tour of the Posets Massif 15 Vall#xe9;es de la Pique and du Lis Route 115 Vall#xe9;e du Lis - Refuge du Maupas Route 116 Refuge du Maupas - Lac C#xe9;linda Route 117 Vall#xe9;e du Lis - Lac Vert - Lac des Grau#xe8;s - Vall#xe9;e du Lis Route 118 Hospice de France - Refuge de V#xe9;nasque - Port de V#xe9;nasque Route 119 Hospice de France - Pas de la Montjoie - Pas de l'Escalette - Puerto de la Picada - Port de V#xe9;nasque - Hospice de France 16 The Maladeta Massif Route 120 Hospital de Benasque - Ibón de Gorgutes Route 121 Hospital de Benasque - Forau dels Aigualluts Route 122 Hospital de Benasque - Refugio de la Renclusa Route 123 Refugio de la Renclusa - Pico de Aneto Route 124 Refugio de Coronas - Pico de Aneto Route 125 Refugio de la Renclusa - Pico de la Maladeta Route 126 Refugio de la Renclusa - Pico de la Maladeta Route 127 Refugio de la Renclusa - Pico de Alba Route 128 Refugio de la Renclusa - Pico Forcanada Route 129 Hospital de Benasque - Refugi Sant Nicolau 17 Aigüestortes West - The Besiberri Massif Route 130 Refugi Sant Nicolau - Port de Rius - Collado de Lac de Mar - Refugi de la Restanca Route 131 Refugi Conangles (1555m) - Estany Gran de Besiberri (c2000m) - Refugi de Besiberri (2221m) Route 132 Vall de Sant Nicolau (1383m) - Aigüestortes (1820m) - Refugi d'Estany Llong (1985m) Route 132 Refugi d'Estany Llong (1985m) - Estany Redó (2114m) - Refugi d'Estany Llong Route 134 Refugi d'Estany Llong (1985m) - Portarró d'Espot (2429m) Route 135 Estany de Cavallers - Refugi Ventosa i Calvell Route 136 Refugi Ventosa i Calvell - Besiberri Nord Route 137 Tour of the Agulles de Travessani Route 138 Refugi Ventosa i Calvell - Montardo d'Aran Route 139 Refugi Ventosa i Calvell - Coll de Crestada - Refugi de la Restanca Route 140 Salardú/Banhs de Tredòs - Refugi de Colom#xe8;rs 18 Aigüestortes East - Encantados Route 141 Espot - Refugi JM Blanc Route 142 Espot (Prat de Peiro) - Refugi E. Mallafr#xe9; Route 143 A Circular Tour of Estany Sant Maurici Route 144 Refugi E. Mallafr#xe9; - Gran Encantat Route 145 Estany de Sant Maurici - Refugi d'Amitges Route 146 Refugi d'Amitges - Agulle d'Amitges Route 147 Capdella/Embalse de Sallente - Refugi Colomina 19 Haute Vall#xe9;e du Garbet Route 148 Aulus-les-Bains - Cascade du Fouillet - Aulus-les-Bains Route 149 Aulus-les-Bains - Étang de Guzet - Cascade d'Ars - Aulus Route 150 Aulus-les-Bains (Le Garbettou) - Plateau de Garbettou - Étang du Garbet Route 151 Aulus-les-Bains (Coumebi#xe8;re) - Port de Saleix - Refuge de Bassi#xe8;s 20 Andorra Route 152 Grau Roig - Estanys dels Pessons Route 153 Soldeu - Estanys del Siscaró - Pont de la Baladosa - Soldeu Route 154 Soldeu (Pont de la Baladosa) - Collada de Juclar Route 155 Soldeu (Pont d'Incles) - Pont de Bonavida - Port d'Incles - Étangs de Fontargente Route 156 Soldeu - Canillo Route 157 Ransol - Refugi dels Coms de Jan Route 158 Arcalís - Estanys de Tristaina Route 159 Arinsal - Refugi de Coma Pedrosa Route 160 Refugi de Coma Pedrosa - Pic de Coma Pedrosa Route 161 Les Escaldes - Refugi de l'Illa Route 162 A Circuit of Andorra's Frontier Peaks 21 The Carlit Massif Route 163 Orlu (Pont de Bisp) - Refuge d'En Beys Route 164 Refuge d'En Beys - Port#xe9;-Puymorens Route 165 l'Hospitalet-pr#xe8;s-l'Andorre - Refuge des B#xe9;sines Route 166 Walking Tour of the Vall#xe9;e de Lanous Route 167 Port#xe9;-Puymorens - Pic Carlit Route 168 Chalet-Refuge des Bouillouses - Pic Carlit Route 169 The Carlit Lakes Tour Route 170 Tour du Carlit Appendix A Useful addresses Appendix B Bibliography Appendix C Glossary Appendix D Route index

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Book SynopsisWalking London is the essential companion for any urban explorer—visitor or native—committed to discovering the true heart of one of the world's greatest capital cities. In 30 original walks, distinguished historian Andrew Duncan reveals miles of London's endlessly surprising landscape. From wild heathland to formal gardens, cobbled mews to elegant squares and arcades, bustling markets to tranquil villages—Duncan reveals the pick of the famous sights, but also steers walkers off the tourist track and into the city's hidden corners. Handsomely illustrated with specially commissioned color photographs and complete route maps, the book provides full details of addresses, opening times and the best bars and restaurants to visit en route.

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Book SynopsisThe definitive two-way guide to the Coast to Coast Path: both eastbound and westbound routes are described in full. Real Maps: Full Ordnance Survey mapping inside (1:25,000). All accommodation is numbered and marked on the maps. 19 different itineraries: schedules of 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19 days for hikers and runners. Includes both eastbound and westbound itineraries. Difficult calculations of time, distance and altitude gain/loss are done for you. Also includes: * Detailed information on equipment and travelling light * Full accommodation listings: the best pubs, B&Bs and hotels * Detailed section on camping, including wild camping * Everything the trekker needs to know: route, costs, difficulty, weather, travel, and more * Essential info for both self-guided and guided trekkers * Information on plants and wildlife * Numbered waypoints linking the Real Maps to our clear descriptions The Coast to Coast Path is the most popular and aspirational long-distance walking route in Britain. It was designed by Alfred Wainwright, the famous author of guidebooks to the Lake District. It travels across England from the Irish Sea to the North Sea. On the way, it traverses three stunning National Parks, each with its own unique scenery and character: the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors. This is England at its best and it will be an adventure that you will never forget.

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Book SynopsisThe Pennine Way is a National Trail. It follows the backbone of England from the Peak District to the Scottish borders. It is one of the toughest UK long distance footpaths, and forms part of the European Footpath Network. The Pennine Way was Britains first National Trail, opened in 1965. Just 2 HARVEY maps cover the whole 268 mile route. Each covers a section of the Way suitable for a comfortable week of walking. Each starts and finishes near public transport, so no hassle with getting lifts. Each also contains lots of information and useful telephone numbers to assist the walker with planning. Pennine Way North covers the route from Middleton-in-Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm. Information on finding accommodation, camping and food. Directions to the start. Also Ranger Service contact numbers and enlargements of towns/villages showing facilities available and tips on weather and clothing. Detailed mapping, full legend. National Grid - can be used with GPS.

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Book SynopsisThis guide describes 10 shorter hut-to-hut treks showcasing southern Norway's wild natural beauty, with highlights including Galdhøpiggen - Norway's highest peak at 2469m - and the iconic Pulpit Rock and Kjeragbolten on the Lysefjord. The routes range from 3 to 8 days (although many can be adapted or combined to create longer or shorter routes) and cover Jotunheimen, Rondane, Dovrefjell, Trollheimen and Ryfylke. They are suitable for experienced hikers with a good level of fitness and can be walked from mid-July to the end of September. Clear route description and mapping are provided for each hike. Stages are graded according to difficulty: although all of the routes follow waymarked trails, some cross remote and challenging terrain which may include exposed sections calling for a sure foot and a good head for heights. However, in many instances, alternatives are provided avoiding the most demanding sections. The guide also offers comprehensive advice on public transport access and accommodation options, and background notes on each of the featured mountain regions. From narrow ridges to wide glacial valleys and from shimmering fjords to striking alpine peaks, Norway is home to many awe-inspiring landscapes. Throw in the warmth and hospitality of the Norwegian Trekking Association's extensive hut network and you have all the ingredients of a fantastic adventure. This guide is an ideal companion to discovering some of Norway's classic shorter hikes and best-loved mountain landscapes.Table of ContentsPreface Map key Overview map Route summary table Introduction Norway - a hiker's paradise Geography and geology Heritage and outdoor culture Climate and when to go Getting to Norway Getting around Norway Hiking in Norway Waymarking and access Maps and navigation Accommodation Equipment Water, food and supplies Money Language Phones and Wi-Fi Safety Emergencies Using this guide Jotunheimen Route 1 Jotunheimen Besseggen route Route 2 Jotunheimen classic route Route 3 Jotunheimen traverse route Rondane Route 4 Rondane summits Route 5 Rondane traverse route Dovrefjell Route 6 Dovrefjell traverse route Trollheimen Route 7 Trollheimen Trekanten triangle route Route 8 Trollheimen SignaTur route Route 9 Trollheimen fells to fjord route Ryfylke Route 10 Lysefjord circuit Appendix A Overview of routes and daily stages Appendix B Table of mountain huts and key services provided Appendix C Useful websites and transport schedules Appendix D Norwegian berries

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 24 inland and coastal walks on Jersey. Exploring the beautiful scenery of the largest Channel Island, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. Walks range in length from 5 to 13km (3–8 miles) and some of the walks can be linked together to form the 80km (50 mile) Jersey Coastal Walk, which is part of the Channel Island Way. 1:25,000 States of Jersey maps included for each walk Detailed information on refreshments and public transport for each walk Easy access from St Helier Highlights include St Brelade’s Bay and Mont Orgueil Castle Table of ContentsOverview map Map key Introduction Location Geology Turbulent history Government Wildlife Protected areas Getting to Jersey When to go Accommodation Health and safety Food and drink Parlez-vous Franglais? Money Communications Walking on Jersey What to take Waymarking and access Maps Getting around Jersey Tourist information Emergencies Using this guide The Walks Walk 1 St Helier Town Trail Walk 2 St Helier to St Aubin Walk 3 Noirmont Point and Ouaisn#xe9; Walk 4 St Brelade's Bay and La Corbi#xe8;re Walk 5 La Pulente and Les Quennevais Walk 6 Les Mielles and St Ouen Walk 7 L'Étacq and Pl#xe9;mont Walk 8 Pl#xe9;mont and La Gr#xe8;ve de Lecq Walk 9 La Gr#xe8;ve de Lecq and Devil's Hole Walk 10 La Falaise and St John Walk 11 Bonne Nuit Bay and St John Walk 12 La Belle Hougue and Trinity Walk 13 Bouley Bay and Rozel Walk 14 Rozel and St Catherine's Walk 15 Gorey and Queen's Valley Walk 16 Grouville and St Clement's Walk 17 La Rocque and Seymour Tower Walk 18 La Hougue Bie and Queen's Valley Walk 19 La Vall#xe9;e des Vaux and Les Grands Vaux Walk 20 Sion and Hamptonne Walk 21 Le Sentier des Moulins Walk 22 St Peter's Valley Walk 23 St Peter's and Le Val de la Mare Walk 24 Corbi#xe8;re Walk Walk 25 Jersey Coastal Walk Les Écr#xe9;hous Les Minquiers Appendix A The Channel Island Way Appendix B Route summary table Appendix C Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisDay Walks on the Isle of Skye features 20 routes between 3.4 and 14.5 miles (5.5km and 23.3km) in length, spread across the Isle of Skye with one walk on the neighbouring Isle of Raasay. Researched and written by experienced and knowledgeable authors Helen and Paul Webster, founders of the Walkhighlands website, the walks explore the rugged mountains and wildlife-rich coastline of the islands.The routes are split into four sections – Trotternish and the Braes; North-West Skye; Glen Brittle and Sligachan; and South Skye and the Isle of Raasay.Together with stunning photography, each route features Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, details of distance and navigation information, and refreshment stops and local information.Table of ContentsIsle of Skye Area Map & Route FinderIntroductionAbout the walksNavigationGPS & mobile phonesSafetyBothiesRoads & parkingScottish Outdoor Access CodeHow to use this bookMaps, descriptions, distancesKm/mile conversion chartScottish place namesSection 1 – Trotternish & the Braes1 Ben Tianavaig2 Rubha Hunish3 Quiraing4 The Storr & its Old ManSection 2 – North-West Skye5 The Hoe & Waterstein Head6 Ramasaig to Orbost via MacLeod’s MaidensSection 3 – Glen Brittle & Sligachan7 Rubha an Dùnain8 Bealach Brittle Loop9 Marsco10 Sgùrr na Strì 11 Glamaig & the Red Cuillin12 Bruach na Frìthe13 Sgùrr na Banachdaich14 Sgùrr Dearg & the Inaccessible PinnacleSection 4 – South Skye & the Isle of Raasay15 Point of Sleat 16 Boreraig & Suisnish17 Dùn Caan, Isle of Raasay18 Elgol & Camasunary Circuit19 Broadford Red Hills 20 BlàbheinnAppendix

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Book SynopsisThe best sheet map for the Walker's Haute Route: Chamonix to Zermatt. This is the only map available that displays the entire route and numerous variants on a single sheet: perfect for planning and navigation. 1:40,000 - larger scale and more detail than any other map. 1:10,000: for select areas where navigation is challenging. Made specifically for the Walker's Haute Route by Knife Edge Outdoor Guidebooks: - 1:40,000/1:10,000 - Numerous variants - Includes free GPX downloads for the trail - GPS compatible - Tougher than traditional maps: try to tear me! - More water-resistant than traditional maps - Lighter than traditional maps - Huts/accommodation marked on the map The Walker's Haute Route is an incredible trek between the two most famous mountain towns in the Alps. Travelling from Chamonix in France to Zermatt in Switzerland, you will start at Mont Blanc and finish at the Matterhorn. On the way, pass the largest collection of snowy 4000m summits in the Alps: Mont Blanc, Grand Combin, the Weisshorn, the Zinalrothorn, the Dom, the Taschhorn, the Breithorn and the Matterhorn, to name a few. The sister trek to the Tour du Mont Blanc crosses unspoilt and remote mountain terrain: amazing glaciers, snow frosted summits, beautiful valleys and pastures, shimmering lakes, carpets of wild flowers and the soothing sound of cow bells. This trek should be on your hiking bucket list. - 206km - 10-14 days - 14,000m of altitude gain - 12 mountain passes - 2 countries: France and Switzerland

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 33 day walks throughout the islands of Malta, Gozo and Comino. Exploring the beautiful Mediterranean scenery, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike.Walks range from 3 to 22km (2–14 miles) in length and can be enjoyed in 2–8 hours. Routes vary from easy strolls and heritage trails to a challenging walk exploring the Victoria Lines, a fortified ridge running the length of Malta. 1:25,000 maps included for each walk GPX files available to download Detailed information on planning, facilities and public transport Easy access from Valetta, Rabat and Victoria Table of ContentsIntroduction Location and Population Geology and Landscape Discovery and History Weather Language Religion Maltese Wildlife Protected Areas Getting to the Maltese Islands Getting around the Maltese Islands Money Accommodation Maps of the Maltese Islands Countryside Access The Plan of this Guide Emergency Assistance MALTA Walk 1: Valletta Heritage Trail Walk 2: Rinella to Marsaskala Walk 3: Marsaskala to Birżebbuġa Walk 4: Birżebbuġa to Gudja Walk 5: Żurrieq to Siġġiewi Walk 6: Siġġiewi to Dingli Walk 7: Dingli to Mġarr Walk 8: Għajn Tuffieħa Circuit Walk 9: Mġarr to Għadira Walk 10: Marfa Ridge Circuit Walk 11: Mellieħa Bay to Xemxija Walk 12: Selmun Circuit Walk 13: Xemxija Heritage Trail Walk 14: Bajda Ridge Circuit Walk 15: The Wardija Ridge Walk 16: Falka Gap to Salina Walk 17: Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq to St George's Bay Walk 18: The Victoria Lines Walk 19: Rabat to Mosta Walk 20: Rabat and Dingli Walk 21: Siġġiewi and Buskett Walk 22: Siġġiewi to Qormi Walk 23: The Wignacourt Aqueduct Walk 24: Mdina and Rabat Heritage Trail GOZO Walk 25: Victoria Heritage Trail Walk 26: Mġarr to Sannat Walk 27: Sannat to San Lawrenz Walk 28: San Lawrenz to Marsalforn Walk 29: Marsalforn to Nadur Walk 30: Xagħra to Qala Walk 31: Qala to Mġarr Walk 32: Għarb to Marsalforn COMINO Walk 33: Circuit of Comino Appendices Appendix 1: Brief History of Malta Appendix 2: Topographical Glossary Appendix 3: Contact Details

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Book SynopsisIncludes long distance routes, rights of way and Public Ramblage. Detailed map for hillwalkers at 1:30,000 scale covering the whole island on two sides of the sheet with a generous overlap. Excellent map for walking, cycling and touring. This is THE map to have for the Isle of Man Walking Festival. Tough, light, durable and 100% waterproof Genuine, original, HARVEY mapping Opens directly to either side of the sheet Easy to re-fold

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Book SynopsisOS Explorer is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map and is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities like walking, horse riding and off-road cycling. The OS Explorer range now includes a digital version of the paper map, accessed through the OS smartphone app, OS Maps. Providing complete GB coverage the series details essential information such as youth hostels, pubs and visitor information as well as rights of way, permissive paths and bridleways.

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Book SynopsisThe OS Landranger Map series covers Great Britain with 204 detailed maps, perfect for day trips and short breaks. Each map provides all the information you need to get to know your local area and includes places of interest, tourist information, picnic areas and camp sites, plus Rights of Way information for England and Wales. OS Landranger now includes a digital version of the paper map, accessed through the OS smartphone app, OS Maps.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the communities that have made London the amazing place it is to live in and visit, with this fascinating walking guide to the history, culture, religion and cuisine of immigrant London. Brimming with beautiful maps and illustrations, this handy, pocket-sized guide is the perfect companion for all those wishing to explore London’s many vibrant and varied neighbourhoods. In this captivating and insightful walking guide to London’s rich and vibrant communities, route maps delightfully wind their way through the book, and each page is bursting with facts, stories and insights. Explore the Jewish centres of Whitechapel and Spitalfields, discover the Chinese areas of Limehouse and Soho, roam the West Indian communities of Brixton and Notting Hill; and meander around the sites and locations of many early South Asian restaurants of the West End, plus so much more. Diverse London will interest both those who live in London and those visiting, and anyone looking for a walking guide that’s a little bit different.Table of ContentsIntroduction Using this book 1: Huguenot London Introduction Spitalfields & the City Soho & Westminister 2: Jewish London Introduction The City Spitalfields Whitechapel East End West End 3: Chinese London Introduction Limehouse West End 4: Black London Introduction West End Notting Hill Westminster Brixton 5: Irish London Introduction East End Euston & Camden Town 6: South Asian London Introduction Brick Lane West End Bloomsbury & Clerkenwell Westminster Southall Acknowledgements Selected Bibliography Glossary Index

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Book SynopsisIn the popular Wales Coast Path: Top 10 Walks series this attractive and cleverly structured guide gives walkers ten of the finest short circular walks along the South Wales Coast section of the Wales Coast Path in a popular pocketable format. With clear information, an overview and introduction for each walk, 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 include: Margam Country Park, Kenfig Burrows, Merthyr-mawr WarrenOgmore & St Brides Major, Nash Point & St Donat's, Llantwit Major, Porthkerry Country Park, Cardiff Bay, Nash & Uskmouth and Redwick.

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Book SynopsisThe 130 mile/210km long Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path passes through some of the grandest coastal scenery in Wales--wide sandy bays and estuaries, intimate coves, dramatic cliffs and rocky islets, sand dunes and forests--much of it designated 'An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). This Official Guide has been designed to provide all the information needed to plan and walk the coastal path and includes: Information on accommodation, public transport, seasonal closures and tidal restrictions. Twelve day-walk chapter sections with detailed route descriptions and full Ordnance Survey mapping. Fascinating notes on points of interest.

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Book SynopsisBook 3 of a new set of Walkers Editions of Alfred Wainwright's Pictorial Guides to the Lakeland Fells, fully updated and checked by Clive Hutchby.Trade Review'For walkers visiting the Lake District Central Fells this is the most up to date guide available and as such is worth every penny'

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Book SynopsisOver the years, authors, artists and amblers aplenty have felt the pull of the Thames, and now travel writer Tom Chesshyre is following in their footsteps.He's walking the length of the river from the Cotswolds to the North Sea - a winding journey of over two hundred miles. Join him for an illuminating stroll past meadows, churches and palaces, country estates and council estates, factories and dockyards. Setting forth in the summer of Brexit, and meeting a host of interesting characters along the way, Chesshyre explores the living present and remarkable past of England's longest and most iconic river.Trade ReviewAn enjoyable refuge from everyday life * Clive Aslet, The Times *I found myself quickly falling into step beside Tom Chesshyre, charmed by his amiable meanderings, pointed observations and meetings with strangers along the way... but most of all Chesshyre champions the joys of a good walk through fascinating surroundings - with beer and blisters at the end of the day * BBC Countryfile Magazine - Fergus Collins *Readers should perhaps prepare themselves for a whole new wave of Whither England? type books in the months and years ahead, and Chesshyre's is a not unwelcome early attempt to answer that seemingly urgent question. * Ian Sansom, Times Literary Supplement *'Beautifully written and exquisite in observation, Tom Chesshyre's latest book, From Source to Sea is a fitting tribute to the mighty Thames that flows like a golden thread through the history of Britain. * Harry Bucknall, author of Like a Tramp, Like a Pilgrim *Chesshyre cuts an engaging figure... He has a true journalist's instinct for conversational encounters - Kurdistani picnickers in the river meadows upstream of London, pub thugs in the badlands of the lower Thames, other Thames Path pilgrims he rubs up against along the way. He also demonstrates a nose for a juicy tale, from a pre-Raphaelite ménage-àtrois at Kelmscott Manor to the discreet nookie column in the Marlow Free Press. Chesshyre's journey is rich in history and thick with characters, fables and happenstance - a highly readable and entertaining saunter along England's iconic river. * Christopher Somerville, author of Britain’s Best Walks *Chesshyre's book stands out from other accounts of walking the Thames Path in its contemporary (post-Brexit, pre-Trump) immediacy. A portrait of England and the English in our time, it is peppered with fascinating historical and literary markers. It's also a usefully opinionated guide to watering-holes and B&Bs from the sleepy Cotswold villages to the dystopian edgelands of the estuary. * Christina Hardyment, author of Writing the Thame *Journalist Tom Chesshyre has produced a readable, richly entertaining and highly informative book in From Source to Sea * Chris Gray, The Oxford Times *The result is this enjoyable travelogue, guiding the reader through the delightful towns and cities strung like pearls along the river, the 'liquid history' of the Thames from the Romans to the Profumo Affair and the beloved works of art and literature inspired by life on its banks, most famously Alice in Wonderland, Three Men in a Boat and The Wind in the Willows... a welcome addition to the Thames cannon. * Richard Tarrant, The Lady *Beautifully written and exquisite in observation, Tom Chesshyre's latest book, From Source to Sea is a fitting tribute to the mighty Thames that flows like a golden thread through the history of Britain. * Harry Bucknall, author of Like a Tramp, Like a Pilgrim *

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Book Synopsis‘I am already planning the next adventure. The wanderlust that infected me has no cure.’It all started in Fishguard in the mid-1970s when, aged fifteen, Martyn Howe and a friend set off on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path armed with big rucksacks, borrowed boots, a Primus stove and a pint of paraffin, and a thirst for adventure. After repeating the route almost thirty years later, Martyn was inspired to walk every National Trail in England and Wales, plus the four Long-Distance Routes (now among the Great Trails) in Scotland. His 3,000-mile journey included treks along the South West Coast Path, the Pennine Way, the Cotswold Way and the West Highland Way. He finally achieved his ambition in 2016 when he arrived in Cromer in Norfolk, only to set a new goal of walking the England and Wales Coast Paths and the Scottish National Trail.In Tales from the Big Trails, Martyn vividly describes the diverse landscapes, wildlife, culture and heritage he encounters around the British Isles, and the physical and mental health benefits he derives from walking. He also celebrates the people who enrich his travels, including fellow long-distance hikers, tourists discovering Britain’s charm, farmers working the land, and the friendly and eccentric owners of hostels, campsites and B&Bs.And when he is asked ‘Why do you do it?’, the answer is as simple as placing one foot in front of the other: ‘It makes me happy.’Table of ContentsIntroduction1 – Pembrokeshire Coast Path2 – The Ridgeway3 – South West Coast Path4 – Thames Path5 – Offa’s Dyke Path6 – Glyndwr’s Way7 – Pennine Way8 – Cotswold Way9 – North Downs Way10 – South Downs Way11 – Hadrian’s Wall12 – Yorkshire Wolds Way13 – Cleveland Way14 – Pennine Bridleway15 – Southern Upland Way16 – West Highland Way17 – Great Glen Way18 – Speyside Way19 – Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast Path

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to walking a 188km (117 mile) Coast to Coast across Devon, combining the Two Moors Way with a section of the Erme–Plym Trail. Extending from Wembury to Lynmouth, the route links the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks and includes sections of high moorland where navigation skills are necessary. The route is described from south to north, with a summary for southbound walkers. It is presented in 11 stages of between 11 and 29km (7–18 miles), with alternative low-level options for two of the upland stages. Contains step-by-step description of the route alongside 1:50,000 OS maps Includes a separate map booklet containing OS 1:25,000 mapping with the route line Handy trek planner, route summary table and selected accommodation listings help you plan your itinerary Facilities and transport information for each stage, plus local points of interest Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Trek planner Introduction History of the route Geology and landscape Wildlife When to go Planning the walk Accommodation Public transport Maps Getting there and getting away What to take Food and drink Health and safety Mobile phones and emergencies Waymarking and access Using this guide The Two Moors Way Stage 1 Wembury to Yealmpton Stage 2 Yealmpton to Ivybridge Stage 3 Ivybridge to Holne Stage 3A Ivybridge to Holne (low-level route) Stage 4 Holne to Dunstone Down Stage 5 Dunstone Down to Chagford Bridge Stage 5A Dunstone Down to Chagford Bridge (low-level route) Stage 6 Chagford Bridge to Morchard Road Stage 7 Morchard Road to Witheridge Stage 8 Witheridge to Knowstone Stage 9 Knowstone to Tarr Steps Stage 10 Tarr Steps to Simonsbath Stage 11 Simonsbath to Lynmouth

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to walking and trekking in the Maritime Alps on the border of Italy and France, just north of Nice. It includes 18 graded day walks, on both the French and the Italian sides, ranging from 6km to 20km in length and suitable for a range of abilities. There are also 6 longer treks, including a 5-day traverse of the Parc National du Mercantour and a 7-day traverse of the Parco Naturale delle Alpi Marittime. Detailed route descriptions sit alongside colour maps, and there is full information about accommodation options down in the valleys and up in the mountains. Useful French-English and Italian-English glossaries of walking terminology are included, too. Rising to over 3000m above the sun-drenched French Riviera, the Maritime Alps form the western edge of the mighty Alpine chain. Wildflower lovers will also appreciate the remarkable range of flowers, including many unique to the area. Worlds away from the hustle and bustle and crowds of the coast this is a marvellous area for novice walkers and seasoned long-distance trekkers alike.Table of ContentsIntroduction The Maritime Alps Walking Rock engravings Plantlife Wildlife Exploring the Maritime Alps Information Access When to go Accommodation Dos and don'ts What to take Maps Emergencies Using this guide The walks 1 Fontanalba Rock Engravings Circuit 2 Mont B#xe9;go Loop 3 Vall#xe9;e de la Roya to Vall#xe9;e de V#xe9;subie Trek 4 Upper Vall#xe9;e de la Gordolasque 5 Lacs de Prals Circuit 6 Ancient Passes above Madone de Fenestre 7 Vallon du Haut Bor#xe9;on Circuit 8 Lacs Bessons 9 Around the Argentera 10 Lac des Adus Loop 11 The Great Lakes Tour 12 The Alpi Marittime Trek 13 The Valasco Tour 14 The Fremamorta Loop 15 Rifugio Bozano 16 Rifugio Remondino and Lago di Nasta 17 Vallone di Lourousa 18 Traversing Colle di Fenestrelle 19 Rifugio Pagari Loop 20 Vallon del Vei del Bouc 21 Gorge della Reina 22 Vallone degli Alberghi 23 Costa di Planard 24 The Border Forts Appendix 1 French-English and Italian-English glossaries Appendix 2 Walk summary table

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Book SynopsisThe Two Saints Way has a symmetrical structure with the two cathedrals at either end, Stoke Minster in the middle and two churches dedicated to St Mary at the quarter points. With this in mind, th 92 mile route is divideded into four colur coded sections - 1: Chester to Nantwich 2: Nantwich to Stoke 3: Stoke to Stafford and 4: Stafford to Lichfield. Each section is further divided into four stages of between 3.5 and 8.5 miles in length. The route is described in both directions. The guide contains a wealth of fascinating information on many features of interest.

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Book SynopsisWith 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 include: Dinas Dinlle, Port Dinllaen, Whistling Sands, Aberdaron, Mynydd Rhiw, Abersoch and more.

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Book SynopsisAn entertaining, revealing and beautifully illustrated walking guide to London’s horrific history, Bloody London features walks that take in everything from Jack the Ripper’s haunts, to the site of John Christie's house of horrors, to the plague outbreak hotspots and burial pits, to the key places involved in the Great Fire of London, plus many many more iconic and delightfully gruesome moments in London’s history. Each walk is beautifully illustrated with a map and gorgeous illustrations, and the book is perfectly pocket-sized so you can easily take it around with you as you go. David Fathers is the king of London walking guides, and Bloody London will delight both those who live in London and those visiting who are looking for a walking guide that’s a little bit different.Trade ReviewDavid Fathers has managed to cram two thousand years of bloody London history into his book complete with beautifully clear maps and illustrations. His twenty walks each provide even the most jaded Londoner with a unique perspective on their city and will, I suspect, be a delight for any visitor. -- Ben Aaronovitch * The Foreword *

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Book SynopsisCombining insightful and descriptive writing about our countryside with easy-to-follow practical information and clear, detailed OS mapping, Countryfile: Great British Walks will inspire you to explore some of the most striking areas that our nation has to offer. Offering 100 walks spread across varying terrain, this practical guidebook features a range of outings, from gentle strolls through peaceful scenery to more challenging journeys that take you to the very heart of the Great British wilderness.Covering regions across the country, from the Peak District and Lake District in the Heart of England to the highlands of Scotland and the rolling hills of the South East, this compact walking guide offers the tried-and tested knowledge of the Countryfile team - providing detailed descriptions of routes and levels of difficulty, as well as comprehensive Ordnance Survey mapping plus practical information to help you plan your trip.Let Countryfile: Great British Walks be your guide to our outstanding countryside.

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Book SynopsisThis attractive guide gives walkers ten of the finest circular, themed walks in the Brecon Beacons National Park in a popular pocketable 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 include: Fan Brycheiniog & Picws Du - Ridge Walk, Henrhyd Falls & Nant Llech - Waterfall Walk, The Four Waterfalls Walk - Waterfall Walk, Pen y Fan Horseshoe - Mountain Walk, The Old Electric Shop, Hay-on-Wye - Tea Shop Walk, Hay Bluff & Twmpa - Hill Walk, Blorenge - Viewpoint Walk, Sugar Loaf - Hill Walk, Llanthony Priory - History Walk, The Skirrid Mountain Inn - Pub Walk

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Book SynopsisEverest has an eternal appeal for mountain lovers and the classic trek to Everest Base Camp is high on the bucket-list of many trekkers. This guidebook covers the most popular route in the Khumbu Valley, from Lukla via Namche Bazaar and Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, the best viewpoint for Everest. It also describes the classic route from Jiri to Lukla taken by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary, as well as a trek north to Gokyo with its spectacular lakes and the peak of Gokyo Ri. Finally, the Three Passes Trek, also starting in Namche, links the region's major passes and valleys.The guidebook includes suggestions for side trips and time spent in Namche Bazaar, Pangboche, Dingboche and Gokyo, as well as one trek approaching Everest from Tibet – from Kharta to the Kangshung Face.It is packed with essential advice on trekking in the Himalayas, including planning and preparation, trekking formalities, health and acclimatisation, as well as notes on culture and the fascinating history of the region, making this a complete guide to exploring the area.

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Book SynopsisThe Snowdonia Slate Trail is a waymarked trail that runs for 83 miles from Bangor on the North Wales coast, making a circuit through the heart of Snowdonia to end at Bethesda. The trail joins up villages with a choice of welcoming accommodation. The walking is varied, ranging from easy valleys to mountain passes, from wild moorland to river gorges. Highlights include the National Slate Museum of Wales, stunning views of Snowdon and nearby mountains, and abandoned slate villages high in the hills. The trail also passes the Penrhyn quarry with its impressive galleries of slate crossed by the longest, fastest zip-wire in Europe. This guidebook is in rucksack-friendly format and printed on rainproof paper. Lavishly illustrated with 95 colour photos, it contains large-scale mapping and all you need to plan and enjoy your holiday: 14 pages with clear mapping of the route at 1: 40,000 practical information about public transport and travel section with inside knowledge on how best to climb Snowdon detailed route descriptions including where to find refreshments and accommodation background on the slate industry heritage, the ‘Great Little Trains of Wales’ and wildlife. Trade ReviewI was very impressed with the Snowdonia Slate Trail guide. The design has been very well thought out: physically it is a convenient size ... printed on rainproof paper, is spiral bound for ease of use when on the trail and the cover is slightly larger than the rest of the book and has a folded part which, when not in use as a bookmark, has a useful map key and a table showing where there are pubs, cafes, B&Bs etc along the way. There is plenty to read about the slate industry, Snowdonia, the Great Little Trains of Wales and habitats and wildlife; these are in their own sections and sensibly kept separate from the directions of how to get from one place to another. -- Alan Brown * Compass Sport *

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Book SynopsisThis guide describes 27 short treks of 2-6 days and 10 day walks in the mountains of Romania. Although there is a slight focus on Transylvania, most of the main massifs are included, with chapters covering the Mountains of Maramures, the Eastern Carpathians, the mountains around Brasov, the Fagara?, the region between the Olt and the Jiu, the Retezat, the mountains of Banat and the Apuseni. Also included is an ascent of Moldoveanu, Romania's highest peak at 2544m.There is a wealth of advice to help you plan your trip and organise the logistics of your walk or trek. Some routes avail of the network of mountain huts; others offer opportunities to camp in attractive wild locations. Overviews and a route summary table make it easy to choose an appropriate excursion. Each route includes clear description and mapping, as well as notes on accommodation and access (some can be accessed by public transport, although others require either pre-arranged pick-up or hitchhiking). There are fascinating insights into Romania's colourful culture and history and appendices containing hut listings, useful contacts and a helpful glossary.The graded routes are as varied as Romania's diverse landscapes. They take in rolling hills, craggy karst peaks, glacial lakes and Europe's last virgin forests, with other highlights including Transylvanian castles, wooden churches, the Piatra Craiului ridge and the spectacular Sapte Scari (Seven Ladders) and Turda Gorges. Historic towns such as the medieval towns of Brasov and Sibiu and the spa resort of Vatra Dornei offer easy access to the mountains; other routes visit remote villages that have changed little over the centuries, where self-sufficiency is still very much the way of life. All in all, the guide is a perfect companion to discovering the unspoilt beauty of Romania's enchanting mountain regions.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Author preface Introduction Geography Vegetation and wildlife History Language Culture Climate When to go What to take Getting there Local transport Accommodation Food and drink Health and safety Money Staying in touch National parks Rules and regulations Maps Waymarking Water, food and other supplies Using this guide The Mountains of Maramureş The Rodna Mountains Route 1 Șetref Pass to Rotunda Pass The Gut#xe2;i and Ţibleş Mountains Route 2 Breb-Creasta Cocoşului-Neteda Pass Route 3 Groşii Ţibleşului to Arcer, Ţibleş and Bran Peaks The Munţii Maramureşului Route 4 Repedea to Prislop Pass The Eastern Carpathians The Land of Dorna Route 5 The Suhard Route 6 The Rarău-Giumalău Route 7 The Călimani The Ceahlău Route 8 Izvorul Muntelui to Durau The Hăşmaş Massif and Lacu Roşu Route 9 Bălan to Lacu Roşu The mountains around Braşov The Postăvaru Massif Route 10 Braşov to R#xe2;snov The Piatra Mare Massif Route 11 D#xe2;mbu Morii-Piatra Mare Peak via Șapte Scări Gorge Route 12 Timişu de Sus-Cabana Piatra Mare via Tamina Gorge The Baiului and Grohotiş Route 13 A north-south traverse of the Baiului Route 14 Across the Baiului and Grohotiş The Ciucaş Massif Route 15 Cheia to Bratocea Pass The Bucegi Mountains Route 16 Poiana Braşov to Omu Peak Route 17 Into the Bucegi from the Prahova Valley The Piatra Craiului Mountains Route 18 The Northern Ridge Route 19 The Southern Ridge The Făgăraş Mountains The Iezer-Păpuşa Massif Route 20 The Iezer-Păpuşa Circuit Route 21 From the Iezer-Păpuşa to the Făgăraş The Făgăraş Chain Route 22 Traversing the Făgăraş from east to west From the Olt to the Jiu The Cindrel and the Par#xe2;ng Route 23 From Păltiniş to Stațiunea Par#xe2;ng The Cozia Route 24 The Cozia Circuit The Buila-V#xe2;nturariţa Route 25 Cheia Village-Buila-V#xe2;nturariţa ridge-Băile Olăneşti The Retezat Mountains The Retezat Route 26 C#xe2;rnic to Cabana Gura Zlata via Bucura Lake Route 27 Poiana Pelegii to C#xe2;rnic via Bucura Lake The V#xe2;lcan Massif Route 28 From the V#xe2;lcan to the Retezat The Ţarcu, Godeanu and Retezatul Mic Route 29 Jigora Saddle to Cabana Buta The Mountains of Banat The Domogled-Valea Cernei national park Route 30 Băile Herculane to Domogled Peak and back Route 31 Băile Herculane to St#xe2;nca lui Sisi and back The Semenic Route 32 The gorges of the Semenic The Apuseni Mountains The Trascău and Muntele Mare Route 33 The Gorges of the Trascău Route 34 Poşaga de Jos-Scăriţa Belioara-Runc Route 35 Runc-Scăriţa Belioara-Lunca Largă-Runc The Padiş Region Route 36 Statiunea V#xe2;rtop-Cetăţile Ponorului-Padiş-Pietroasa Route 37 G#xe2;rda de Sus-Scărişoara ice cave-Padiş-Cabana Varasoaia-St#xe2;na de Vale Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Accommodation Appendix C Useful contacts Appendix D Language notes and glossary

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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 SynopsisThe Independent Best Book for Walkers 2022 Where can a walk take you?Trade Review Praise for WHERE MY FEET FALL The Independent Best Book for Walker 2022 ‘If you think great travel writing is all about moving through places in another person’s shoes, then you need this collection of essays from 20 writers about the pleasure of putting one foot in front of another. From bustling walks through Karachi with Kamila Shamsie, to rain-soaked treks in Germany with Jessica J Lee, every entry comes with its own unique flavour and makes you realise that this most rudimentary form of transport can be one of the most evocative. Editor Duncan Minshull, who pulled the collection together, has written three books about walking, so he knows a thing or two about it’Helen Coffey, Independent ‘A new collection of essays both sprightly and ruminative.. exploring the delights – and the challenges – of the placing of one foot in front of the other. . . Where My Feet Fall features such appropriately sturdy literary names, among them Richard Ford, Kamila Shamsie and Patrick Gale . . . Reading about walking in Where My Feet Fall allows you to inhabit the walker's imagination fully – surely the ultimate in armchair travel’Hephzibah Anderson, Observer ‘This wonderful new anthology about walking and creative thinking’Inside A Mountain, Charlie Lee Potter ‘A beautiful book’Walk The Pod, Rachel Wheeley ‘Another great book by the writer and editor now established as the go-to authority on walking. His latest is a collection of twenty thoughtful essays… twenty strolls around the imaginations of some great writers’Chris Paling, author of After The Raid and A Very Nice Rejection Letter

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Book SynopsisDiscover hidden gems around London with 20 walking routes.Featuring 20 walks in and around the city, including lesser-known circuits and details on popular walks. Accompanied by guided walking instructions and written by a local expert, A-Z London Hidden Walks is the perfect way to explore the city in a new light.Small enough to fit in a bag or pocket, this handy guidebook is ideal for tourists or locals looking to discover more about the city. Each route varies in length from 1 to 6 miles (1.6 to 9.6 km), and is clearly outlined on detailed A-Z street mapping. 20 walking routes with instructions and maps Full-colour photographs of hidden gems and city attractions Key sights and locations clearly marked on map Information such as start/finish points, nearest postcodes, distance and terrain includedMore from the A-Z Hidden Walks series:A-Z Birmingham Hidden WalksA-Z Bristol & Bath Hidden WalksA-Z Edinburgh Hidden WalksA-Z London Hidden WalksA-Z Oxford Hidden WalksA-Z York Hidden WalksA-

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Book SynopsisHandy little full colour map of Scotland's Munros and Corbetts.Main features of this map include: Clear mapping Main tourist attractions located and described Ideal for touring with sights, places to stay, cafe/restaurant, golf courses, things to do all on the map Essential travel information Index to places of interest and place namesEssential for those planning a trip around Scotland's best Munros and Corbetts.

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