Europe Walking Guides

Trekking in Greece; 1st edition

Marc Dubin
Published April 1993
ISBN: 0 86442 159 1
360pp & 40 maps
A$21.95 - US$15.95 - UKú9.95 - S$26.95 - C$19.95 - 114,00FF

Mountainous landscape, the solitude of ancient pathways, secluded beach coves and, above all, the friendliness of the local people await those who dare to extend their horizons beyond Athens and the antiquities.
Packed with details and accurate descriptions of diverse trekking routes including rugged Ólimbos and Parnassós, Crete's striking south-west coast, the islands of the Aegean, the picturesque peninsula of Áthos and the wilds of the Píndhos and Ágrafa - all you need to do is go!

  • over 40 contoured maps
  • takes travellers away from the much-visited locations to the byways to discover the "real" Greece
  • historical and cultural background information

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    Trekking in Spain; 1st edition

    Marc Dubin
    Published May 1990
    ISBN: 0 86442 088 9
    208 & 28 maps,
    A$15.95 - US$11.95 - UKú6.95 - S$22.95 - C$14.95 - 83,00FF

    Spain - well known for its friendly people, sunny beaches and Moorish palaces - also provides travellers with opportunities to explore mountains , vast plains rugged coastlines and spectacular deserts.
    Aimed at both overnight trekkers and day hikers, this guidebook emphasises high-quality paths, taking advantage of Spain's excellent amenities for walkers, keeping cross-country scrambles and road-walking to a minimum.

  • full details on hikes is some of Spains's most beautiful wilderness areas - the Sierra Nevada and Las Alpujarras in Andalucia, Western and Central Gredos in Castilla, the High Pyrenees, Picos de Europa and Mallorca
  • advice on essential equipment, finding supplies on the way and the best time of year to trek.


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    Walking in Britain; 1st edition

    David Else
    Published May 1997
    ISBN: 0 86442 478 7
    400pp/57 maps
    A$24.95 - US$17.95 - UKú11.99 - 140,00FF
  • all you need for walking in England, Scotland and Wales, with detailed route descriptions and lots of practical information on public transport, food and accommodation
  • coastal, moorland, forest, river, mountain and historical paths, plus many more suggestions for further exploration
  • a selection of long distance paths and one or two-day walks
  • covers popular classics, easy to reach and remote areas
  • illustrated flora and fauna section
  • 57 high-quality route maps
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    Walking in Italy; 2nd edition

    Helen Gillman, Stefano Cavedoni, Sandra Bardwell & Nick Tapp
    Published July 1998
    ISBN: 0 86442 542 2
    384 pp /12 pp colour /44 maps
    A$24.95 - US$17.95 - UKú11.99 - 140,00FF

    This practical authoritative new guide makes Italy's natural treasures accessible to walkers of all abilities. From the rugged paeks of the Dolomiti to the volcanoes where Vulcan the fire god had his workshop, this book will guide you through landscapes rich in history, culture and natural beauty. 

    

    

  • accurate two-colour map for every walk

  • detailed descriptions of one-day and multi-day walks

  • long-distance walks outlined

  • public transport access details for most walks 

  • accommodation options including camping and rifugi

  • illustrated section on Italy's flora and fauna

  • handy Italian language section and glossary

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Italy; Italian phrasebook; Western Europe on a shoestring; Western Europe phrasebook; Mediterranean Europe on a shoestring; Mediterranean Europe phrasebook 

    
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    Walking in Switzerland; 1st edition
    


Clem Lindenmayer

    Published May 1996

    ISBN: 0 86442 327 6


    304pp & 30 maps

    A$19.95 - US$14.95 - UKú8.99 - C$18.95 - 115,00FF

    


    




    

  • over 50 individual walks including many day walks

  • walks included lowland and alpine trails in the Bernese Oberland, the Valais, the Swiss Jura, Ticino, Fribourg & Vaud Alps

  • 30 high quality route maps

  • information for the self-reliant walker as well as less experienced walkers

  • advice about minimum-impact walking in the delicate Alpine ecosystems

  • comprehensive and descriptive track notes

  • practical information, including details of Swiss Alpine Club branches and locally accredited mountain guides

  • four-way language section in English, French, German and Italian

    
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