The Mountains Around Nerja


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A guidebook to 32 day walks in and around the coastal town of Nerja, Spain. Exploring the mountains, gorges and white mountain villages of the Sierras Tejeda and Almijara and Alhama Natural Park in southern Andalucia, there are routes for walkers of all levels of fitness and experience. The walks are graded by difficulty and range from 3–22km (2–14 miles) in length, covering 110–1420m of ascent and taking between 1hr 30min and 7hr 30min to complete. Clear description of the route alongside 1:50,000 or 1:25,000 maps Highlights include ascents of La Maroma, Cisne and Navachica Packed with information on local history, geology and wildlife Each walk features detailed instructions on getting to the start, plus where to find refreshments and water sources Some routes visit sections of the 700km (430 mile) Gran Senda de Malaga (Great Path of Malaga) Easy access from Nerja, Velez-Malaga and Cómpeta GPX files available to download




The Mountains of Montenegro


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A guidebook to a selection of 17 walks and short treks (of 2–7 days) in the Dinaric Alps of Montenegro. Routes are graded by difficulty and range from short easy strolls of under 2 hours to strenuous mountain traverses, sometimes involving scrambling and exposed sections. Walks range from 2 to 14km and can be enjoyed in 1–5 hours. Treks range from 14 to 44km. The routes cover Orjen, Lovcén, Lake Skadar, Durmitor, Bjelasica, Komovi, Kucka Krajina (Žijevo), Visitor and Prokletije, with variants and extensions included so that you can tailor your walk or trek to suit your group’s ability and timescale. clear route description illustrated with sketch mapping comprehensive information on accommodation and facilities, water sources, transport and maps advice on planning and preparation, including recommended kitlist language glossary background information on Montenegro’s geology, plants and wildlife and rich history




The Mountains of Romania


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This 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.




The Mountains of Nerja


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A guidebook to 24 graded day walks in the mountains of the Sierras Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama in the region of Axarquia. All routes are accessible from the holiday towns of Nerja and Velez-Malaga on the Costa del Sol, and range from easy strolls to strenuous climbs, some reaching summits over 2000m.




The Mountain Hut Book


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This book is a celebration of mountain huts, showcasing the the sheer variety and sometimes quirky nature of these buildings that allow walkers, trekkers and climbers to access remote corners of the mountains. Packed with entertaining stories that bring the places and people to life, it contains descriptions of the author's favourite huts in the Alps, along with suggestions for hut-to-hut tours of 3-13 days duration, including the Tour of Mont Blanc. It also traces the history of huts and how they have evolved from the most primitive of shelters to the often purpose-built, eco-friendly buildings of today. For the uninitiated, it unravels some of the mystery of huts and explains how to use them and what facilities to expect. Above all, it illustrates the way in which mountain huts can be truly sociable places, where like-minded people can spend a night or two in the most magical of locations and share a love of wild places.




The Mountains of Ronda and Grazalema


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A guidebook to 32 walks near Ronda and Grazalema in Spain’s Andalucia province. Exploring the striking scenery of the region’s mountains and valleys, the routes are graded by difficulty, with options to suit most ambitions and abilities. Walks range from 4 to 16km (2–10 miles) and can be enjoyed in 1–5 hours. They are divided between three parts, covering Ronda and the Sierra de las Nieves, the Genal and Guadiaro Valleys, and Sierra de Grazalema. Clear route description illustrated with 1:50,000 mapping GPX files available for download Information on refreshments and access Advice on walking bases, including Ronda, Grazalema and neighbouring ‘white villages’ (pueblos blancos) History, geology, plants and wildlife and local points of interest




The Severn Way


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This guidebook offers all the information walkers need to enjoy the 338km (210 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.







The Flag and the Flower


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While digging a hole in the garden of his house in Torrox in southern Spain, Ken Burton uncovers a small chest containing a dried flo0wer and a red taffeta flag with 3 green moons - the flag appears in the tiled murals in Frigiliana, commemorating the last stand of the Moors in 1568 ... but what is the significance of the flower?Investigation leads to past life regression and Ken relives a life in that time ... but he also uncovers a romantic connection running through many lifetimes. In the present day it looks as if there may e a happy ending. In other lives that was not the case.




The High Mountains of Crete


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A guidebook to 82 day walks and 10 treks in Crete’s high mountains. Exploring the beautiful scenery of Greece’s largest island, the routes are suitable for walkers of all levels, from beginners to experienced hikers. The routes range from 2 to 28km (1–17 miles) in length and can be enjoyed in 2–14 hours. Routes are split into three sections covering Lefka Ori (White Mountains) in western Crete, Mount Ida in the central region and the Lassithi Mountains in the east. Each route is graded for difficulty from easy to remote and rugged allowing you to pick the routes that suit you. Sketch mapping included Walks cover parts of the long-distance European E4 trail Advice on planning and preparation Detailed information on public transport to and around the island Easy access from Heraklion