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Häftad, Engelska, 2010
162 kr
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Walk in southern Catalunya and discover a dramatic and largely unexplored corner of northeastern Spain, where the immense limestone massifs of els Ports, Serra de Cardó, and Serra de Montsia rise above the River Ebro between Barcelona and Valencia. Herb-covered hillsides, high pine forests, Templar castles, and picturesque hill villages await in the Parc Natural dels Ports, one of Spain's most spectacular and least-visited natural parks. Suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike, this comprehensive Cicerone guidebook describes 30 graded walks across three natural parks in southern Catalunya. Day walks range from 4 to 21km (2–13 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–6 hours, with a 2-day circular trek encompassing Sant Roc and Arnes also described in 2 stages covering 47km (29 miles). Choose from 30 graded walks across the els Ports massif, Serra de Cardó, and Serra de Montsia, exploring broad tracks, rocky ridges, limestone gorges, and airy scrambles around huge cliffs, with all routes graded for routefinding, scrambling, and exposure.Discover the highlights of southern Catalunya, including the Parc Natural dels Ports overlooking the Mediterranean, the herb-covered hillsides and high pine forests of the Cardó and Montsia massifs, historic Templar castles, and charming hill villages throughout the region.Tackle the 2-day, 47km (29-mile) circular trek from Sant Roc to Arnes and back, offering an immersive multi-day experience through the heart of the els Ports massif across 2 stages.Navigate with confidence using sketch maps included for each walk, alongside GPX tracks available to download for selected routes and detailed guidance on the recommended Editorial Piolet maps covering the area.Plan your southern Catalunya walking holiday with ease, with the region easily accessible from Barcelona, Valencia, and Reus, and with detailed practical information on accommodation, food and drink, local transport, and the main base of Tortosa.Prepare fully for walking in southern Catalunya with introductory sections covering the natural parks, geology, wildlife, history, architecture, local culture, waymarking, and practical advice on hunting seasons and access. Explore the limestone massifs, river gorges, and hidden villages of southern Catalunya with confidence using this trusted Cicerone guidebook. From the dramatic crags of els Ports to the coastal slopes of Montsia, this is the essential companion for mountain walking in one of Spain's most rewarding and least-explored regions.
Häftad, Engelska, 2020
173 kr
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One of France's least visited and most geologically spectacular regions, the Auvergne sits at the heart of the Massif Central, shaped by millions of years of volcanic activity that left behind a landscape of dramatic peaks, crater lakes, ancient lava flows, and some of the most unspoilt countryside in western Europe. From the famous Puy de Dôme and the high summits of the Cantal to the gorges of the Loire and the abbeys of the Haute-Loire, this is a walking destination of extraordinary variety and character.Written by Rachel Crolla and Carl McKeating, this guidebook describes 42 day walks ranging from 2 to 16km (1 to 10 miles) and taking 1 to 6 hours, organised across five distinct areas of the Auvergne. It combines clear route descriptions with detailed information on accommodation, public transport, and the region's volcanic history to help walkers of all abilities explore this remarkable corner of France with confidence. The 42 walks are graded 1 to 3 and spread across five areas, covering the Cantal, the Chaîne des Puys, the Monts Dore, the Haute-Loire, including the Livradois-Forez regional nature park, and the Montagne BourbonnaiseHighlights include volcanic summits Puy de Dôme, Puy Mary, Plomb du Cantal, and Puy de Sancy, alongside crater lakes Pavin and Guéry, magnificent abbeys at Chaise-Dieu and Lavaudieu, and the Volvic springSketch maps are included for every walk alongside detailed information on accommodation and public transport, with local points of interest featured throughout, including the Livradois-Forez and Auvergne Volcanoes regional nature parksBackground sections cover the region's volcanic history, plants, wildlife, and food and drink, giving rich context for the landscapes and villages you encounter across all five areasIdeal bases include Le Puy-en-Velay and Vichy, with Murat for the Cantal, Orcival for the Monts Dore and Dômes, and Mayet-de-Montagne for the Montagne Bourbonnaise Forty-two walks through one of France's most geologically fascinating and least-explored walking regions. Discover the Auvergne's volcanoes, crater lakes, and medieval abbeys with confidence.