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Trekking the Cathar Way

Author : Luke Smith
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 178362888X
Total Pages : 199 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book Trekking the Cathar Way written by Luke Smith and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2022-01-15 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two 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.

Trekking the Cathar Way

Author : Luke Smith
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1783628871
Total Pages : 161 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book Trekking the Cathar Way written by Luke Smith and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2022-01-15 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two 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.

The GR5 Trail

Author : Paddy Dillon
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1783622830
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book The GR5 Trail written by Paddy Dillon and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2016-01-19 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An essential guidebook for walking the GR5, one of the world's most spectacular long-distance trails. The GR5 makes its way through the Alps from the shores of Lac Léman at Geneva to the Mediterranean at Nice. A route of 674km (420 miles), it can be trekked in a month, or split over a series of summer trips. The GR5 is well within the reach of fit and moderately experienced walkers and backpackers. There is good signposting and waymarking, and accommodation, food and drink are all available at regular intervals. The paths and tracks are generally well graded, while steep climbs are tackled on zigzag paths, so the overall gradient is not so severe. Every summer, thousands of walkers embark on this trek. This guidebook also describes some scenic variant routes, including the stunning GR55 through the Vanoise National Park and the delightful GR52 that crosses the Mercantour National Park. Full descriptions and maps are provided for these alternatives. The book includes daily stages, timings, ascents and descents, full-colour mapping and gradient profiles, alongside information about facilities and services along the route. The result is an ideal companion to planning and completing your trek. Two further Cicerone guidebooks cover the remaining sections of the GR5; 'The GR5 Trail - Vosges and Jura', and 'The GR5 Trail - Benelux and Lorraine' which together cover the route from Lac Léman to the Hoek Van Holland.

Portugal's Rota Vicentina

Author : Gillian Price
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 178362941X
Total Pages : 113 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book Portugal's Rota Vicentina written by Gillian Price and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2022-11-15 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guidebook to walking Portugal's Rota Vicentina, a stunning yet remarkably little-visited 220km route down the south-western Atlantic coast, through the Alentejo and Algarve districts. The route, which is suitable for all fit walkers and is not technically difficult, is described across 12 stages, making it perfect for a 2-week holiday.

Cathar Castles

Author : Marcus Cowper
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1849080542
Total Pages : 66 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (49 download)

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Download or read book Cathar Castles written by Marcus Cowper and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2012-06-20 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the early 13th century the north of what is now France went to war with the south in a bloody crusade aimed at destroying the heretical sect known as the Cathars. The conflict was characterized by vicious guerrilla actions and the besieging of the innumerable fortified sites that dotted the landscape of the south. Illustrated with full colour artwork and stunning photographs, this book describes the castles and fortifications of the Cathar period, examining their design, construction and the role that they played during the Albigensian Crusade.

Walking The Cumbria Way

Author : John Gillham
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1783629134
Total Pages : 137 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book Walking The Cumbria Way written by John Gillham and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2022-06-15 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guidebook to the Cumbria Way, a 73-mile long distance path through the heart of the English Lake District from Ulverston to Carlisle. The route is largely low-level, but this book also describes alternative mountain days which add the Coniston Fells, Glaramara and Skiddaw en route. The guide divides the route into 5 stages of between 12 and 16 miles, but there is plenty of opportunity to plan your itinerary for a more easy-going 7 to 8 days. This guidebook also provides useful information for every stage, from accommodation to available facilities en route, as well as an annotated OS map and details on points of interest.

Walking Glyndwr's Way

Author : Paddy Dillon
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1787650685
Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (876 download)

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Download or read book Walking Glyndwr's Way written by Paddy Dillon and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2024-05-07 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guidebook to walking the 217km (135 mile) Glyndwr’s Way between Knighton and Welshpool via Machynlleth. This long-distance National Trail is suitable for any reasonably fit walker and can be walked in nine days. The route is presented in nine stages between 18 and 29km (11-18) miles in length with the additional options of adding two Offa’s Dyke National Trail stages to form a circular trail and ascending Pumlumon Fawtr. 1:50,000 OS maps provided for each stage Detailed information on accommodation, facilities and public transport along the route Highlights include Abbeycwmhir ruins, Llyn Clywedog, Dylife mines, Parliament House at Machynlleth, Dyfnant Forest, Llyn Efyrnwy, Ann Griffiths Walk, Powis Castle Pronunciation guide and topographical glossary included GPX files available to download

The Pacific Crest Trail

Author : Brian Johnson
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1783625015
Total Pages : 504 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book The Pacific Crest Trail written by Brian Johnson and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2022-06-27 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive guidebook to the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), an epic 2650 mile trek through the USA from the Mexican border to British Columbia in Canada. One of the world's best hikes, the route passes through California, Oregon and Washington State, taking in the Mojave desert, High Sierras, Cascades and countless more wild mountains of America's west coast. The guidebook is divided into 101 sections of 2 to 3 days, which can be combined into longer days according to ability and preference. This comprehensive guide provides all the information and maps hikers will need. Alongside the notes and route descriptions, there are overview maps for the entire trail, and a detailed introduction that provides essential advice for planning and completing the route. From information on packing, supplies, water and bears, to details on the mountains, wildlife and regions encountered, this is an essential companion to taking on - and completing - this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. The PCT boasts breathtaking scenery and varied landscapes, through deserts and forests, and over snow-covered passes and along alpine ridges. This is a long wilderness trek of true adventure and exploration through diverse and stunning mountain scenery.

Walking the Severn Way

Author : Terry Marsh
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1783629584
Total Pages : 234 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book Walking the Severn Way written by Terry Marsh and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2023-05-15 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook offers all the information walkers need to enjoy the 344km (215 miles) of the Severn Way. Beginning at the River Severn's source in Powys, mid-Wales, the route follows the entire Severn Valley, meandering through many superb landscapes and interesting towns and villages before finishing near Bristol, in south-west England. The step-by-step route description is divided into four county sections, accompanied by OS map extracts and packed with historical and geographical information about the places along the way. Also includes a route to the source of the river via Plynlimon and a link route from Severn Beach back to Bristol at the end. The River Severn pulls together threads of history, trade, commerce, civil war and the lives of ordinary folk to produce a tapestry that is finely woven and rich in colour. That walkers should want to trace its course, its many twists and turns, is hardly surprising, not least because of its capacity to offer countless challenges and plentiful delights. Walking the Severn Way is a chance to get away from it all and relax without having to resort to distant mountain regions.

Walking the Ribble Way

Author : Dennis Kelsall
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1783629460
Total Pages : 177 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book Walking the Ribble Way written by Dennis Kelsall and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2023-06-29 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 72 mile (116km) Ribble Way is described in seven stages, ranging from 8.25 to 17 miles (13.3 to 27.4km). The route follows the Ribble valley, from the estuary mouth near Preston to the river's source on Cam Fell in the Yorkshire Dales. The route might not be the most challenging of Long Distance routes, but the contrast through a succession of different landscapes can be immensely satisfying for novice and experienced walkers alike. The guide provides detailed route descriptions, OS mapping and a route summary table, with variants included for day walkers. Information is included on points of interest along the route, plus there's also background information on the landscape, wildlife, and history, and planning details on when to go, where to stay and what to take. The River Ribble springs from the limestone of the Yorkshire Dales, high on Cam Fell in the heart of Three Peak country. Initially forcing a passage between high, rugged moorland hills, it then breaks free to wind through gentler countryside south of Settle, meandering lazily through alternating pasture and ancient woodland, where old manor houses and early 18th-century village cottages still hold sway against the pervasive tide of modernity. Beyond Preston, the river dramatically changes yet again, trained to run straight to the Irish Sea, but further to the west, a vast expanse of the salt marsh still remains and attracts huge populations of birds, particularly in winter.

Walking the Dartmoor Way

Author : Sue Viccars
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1783629940
Total Pages : 308 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book Walking the Dartmoor Way written by Sue Viccars and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2023-04-15 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook presents the Dartmoor Way, a 175km (109 mile) walk around Dartmoor National Park in Devon. Walked in 10 day-long stages between 12.75 and 20.5km (8 and 12.75 miles) in length, this waymarked route skirts the edge of England's largest granite moorland, passing through towns including Ivybridge, Ashburton, Okehampton and Tavistock. Also included is the 2-day High Moor Link, which crosses the moor's higher ground. With 1:50,000 scale OS maps for each stage, the book includes notes on nature, history and local landmarks such as Haytor Rocks, the Teign gorge and Dewerstone crags. Taking in ancient paths, tracks and quiet lanes, the route is mostly at low level and is suitable for most walkers, although some stages involve short, steep climbs and descents. Accommodation, parking and public transport are covered, allowing walkers to choose whether to tackle the route in one go or as individual day walks. Each stage includes low-level detours in case of bad weather, as well as details of walking the route in reverse, giving readers flexibility over direction of travel. Further options include creating shorter loops joined by the High Moor Link, or walking the entire circular route in 7 days.

Walking the Sarsen Way

Author : Steve Davison
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1787650723
Total Pages : 179 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (876 download)

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Download or read book Walking the Sarsen Way written by Steve Davison and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2024-04-09 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guidebook to the Sarsen Way (79km) from Coate Water Park to Salisbury and the Cranborne Droves Way (28km) connecting Salisbury to Wessex Ridgeway at Win Green. These long-distance paths are part of the Great Chalk Way. Both can be walked in a week and are suitable for all abilities. The routes are presented in 8 stages, ranging from 10.5km to 17.3km Step-by-step descriptions plus 1:50k OS mapping Centres include Swindon, Chiseldon, Avebury, Durrington, Amesbury, Great Durnford, Old Sarum, Salisbury, Shaftesbury Comprehensive planning information and notes on sites along the route GPX files available to download The compact format is conveniently sized for slipping into a jacket pocket or the top of a rucksack

Walking St Cuthbert's Way

Author : Rudolf Abraham
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1787650340
Total Pages : 174 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (876 download)

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Download or read book Walking St Cuthbert's Way written by Rudolf Abraham and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2023-09-29 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide describes the long-distance St Cuthbert's Way through the unspoilt scenery of Northumberland and the Borders. The 100km (62 mile) route begins at Melrose and crosses the rugged crags and heather moorland of the Cheviot Hills, passing through Northumberland National Park to the atmospheric Lindisfarne (Holy Island). It can be walked within a week, although there is scope for shortening or lengthening the stages to suit different itineraries. Includes an option to continue to Berwick-upon-Tweed on the final stage of the Northumberland Coast Path. The guidebook is crammed with interesting snippets of information, alongside indispensable practical details of transport and accommodation in the area. With varied scenery and a rich history encompassing spectacular castles, medieval abbeys and Roman remains, this is one of Britain's most beautiful corners to explore on foot.

Walking St Oswald's Way and Northumberland Coast Path

Author : Rudolf Abraham
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1787650189
Total Pages : 226 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (876 download)

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Download or read book Walking St Oswald's Way and Northumberland Coast Path written by Rudolf Abraham and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2023-07-04 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook describes the St Oswald's Way and Northumberland Coast Paths, both long-distance trails through Northumberland. St Oswald's Way (156km, 97 miles) begins in Heavenfield and traverses parts of Northumberland National Park and visits Hadrian’s Wall, the Simonside Hills and the beautiful Coquet Valley, before continuing up the coast to Lindisfarne (Holy Island). The Northumberland Coast Path (100km, 62 miles) takes in the whole of the Northumberland Coast AONB with its breathtaking coastal scenery and birdlife. Both trails converge on Holy Island, with the Coast Path continuing up to Berwick-upon-Tweed. Each trail can be walked in a week. The guide includes practical advice on when to go and what to take, and information on the region, its weather, wildlife, history and heritage. Detailed route descriptions and clear, step-by-step instructions are accompanied by 1:50K OS mapping. Public transport options and accommodation listings are also given. Described as the cradle of Christianity in England, Northumberland's history is long and varied and the trails reflect this with visits to some magnificent architecture – rambling castles, Norman churches, medieval abbeys – as well as sites of enormous archaeological and geological interest, quiet villages and Sites of Special Scientific Interest. From rugged hills to coastal dunes this is one of Britain's most beautiful landscapes for walking and backpacking far away from it all.

The GR5 Trail - Benelux and Lorraine

Author : Carroll Dorgan
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1783626828
Total Pages : 312 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book The GR5 Trail - Benelux and Lorraine written by Carroll Dorgan and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2018-08-15 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guidebook to the northernmost section of the GR5 - from Hoek van Holland in the Netherlands, through Belgium and Luxembourg, to Schirmeck in the northeast of France. Described over 49 stages, this 1000 kilometre section of the GR5 is relatively easy and ideal for those who don't want to hike up and down steep mountains - or not just yet. Clear route description is accompanied by 1:100K mapping, together with information on points of interest passed along the way. Background information on landscape, wildlife and history is included, as is practical information - everything from clothing, equipment, food, drink and waymarking to maps, money and staying in touch - making planning and executing a trip as easy as possible. One of the world's best long distance walking trails, the GR5, in its entirety, covers an impressive 1423 miles (2290km) on its way from the North Sea to the Mediterranean. This northern stretch - before the trail hits the depth of the Vosges. Two further Cicerone guidebooks cover the remaining sections of the GR5; 'The GR5 Trail - Vosges and Jura', and 'The GR5 Trail' which covers the route from Lac Leman to the Mediterranean.

Trekking the GR20 Corsica

Author : Paddy Dillon
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1783629037
Total Pages : 377 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book Trekking the GR20 Corsica written by Paddy Dillon and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2022-05-15 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook describes the classic GR20 trek, a north-to-south traverse of the rugged mountains of Corsica, renowned as Europe's toughest GR long-distance route. Described in 16 stages, some with high and low-level alternatives, the route is roughly 190km in length and takes approximately two weeks to complete. The GR20 climbs high into the mountains. It is a demanding trek suitable only for experienced walkers, and there are several steep 'hands-on-rock' sections calling for a sure foot and a good head for heights. It is possible to stay under a roof every night but many trekkers opt to camp. Step-by-step descriptions of each stage are accompanied by 1:50,000 mapping, together with information on ascent/descent, terrain and the availability of food, water and accommodation/shelter. There is also invaluable practical information such as path conditions, what to take, and getting to/from and around Corsica. Overviews of the history and geology of the island and local plants and wildlife are offered to enhance the trekking experience. Finally, a separate map booklet, included with the guide, provides all the 1:25,000 IGN mapping needed to complete the GR20. Starting in Corsica's northwest, in picturesque Calinzana, the route winds southeast through the heart of the island, finishing on the eastern side, just north of Porto Vecchio in the township of Conca. It showcases Corsica's rich diversity of landscapes and ethereal beauty. Bare rock and sheer cliffs contrast with black sand beaches, alpine pastures, maquis and pockets of forest. There are also opportunities to detour from the route to visit traditional mountain towns and villages for a taste of Corsica's vibrant history and culture and to take in neighbouring summits, including the island's highest peak, Monte Cinto. For those up to the challenge of hiking part or all of the route, the GR20 promises adventure, memorable experiences and rich rewards.

Trekking the Tour of Mont Blanc

Author : Kev Reynolds
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1783628235
Total Pages : 294 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book Trekking the Tour of Mont Blanc written by Kev Reynolds and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2020-04-15 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook contains in-depth route description and mapping for both the classic 11 day anti-clockwise circuit and an alternative 10 day clockwise TMB circuit. This well-signed but demanding 170km route, starting from Les Houches or Champex, is suitable for fit walkers. The guidebook comes with a map booklet containing official 1:25,000 IGN mapping for the TMB route, and urban maps for the major centres of Chamonix, Courmayeur, Les Contamines, Les Houches and Champex. Complete with a French-English glossary, comprehensive notes about accommodation, facilities and transport, this guide provides all the information needed for planning and completing your trek. The Tour of Mont Blanc is one of the world's classic treks. Visiting France, Italy and Switzerland, the TMB passes through some of Europe's most spectacular mountain scenery, with views of the peaks and glaciers of the magnificent Mont Blanc massif.