Europe's High Points

Europe's High Points
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Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages : 343
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ISBN-10 : 9781849659604
ISBN-13 : 1849659605
Rating : 4/5 (04 Downloads)

Synopsis Europe's High Points by : Rachel Crolla

A guide to reaching the summit of every country in Europe - driving, walking and climbing routes to the tops of 50 countries in Europe. Detailed route descriptions, sketch maps - advice on transport, seasons, grading and gear. Heading to the highest point of any European country is an experience not to be missed. The continent has a wealth of adventure and a huge variety of dazzling scenery awaiting the walker and climber. And each of Europe's 50 countries celebrates its national high point in a different way. This guide brings together detailed route descriptions for those seeking to get to the highest peaks in countries from Liechtenstein to Latvia and Germany to Greece. Whether attempting to climb individual high points or complete all 50 ascents, these routes are crammed with some of the most stunning landscapes and exciting terrain that Europe has to offer. From the frozen tundra of the Arctic Circle to the arid plains of the Sierra Nevada, this book contains something for everyone with routes ranging from afternoon strolls in Malta and Moldova to three-day mountaineering ascents on classic Alpine routes such as Mont Blanc and Dufourspitze.

Camino de Santiago: Camino Frances

Camino de Santiago: Camino Frances
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Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages : 522
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ISBN-10 : 9781783627943
ISBN-13 : 1783627948
Rating : 4/5 (43 Downloads)

Synopsis Camino de Santiago: Camino Frances by : The Reverend Sandy Brown

Guide to walking the Camino Frances through northern Spain, the most popular version of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage or Way of St James, covering the 784km from St-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Santiago de Compostela. The guidebook is everything you need to plan your camino. It describes the route in 36 stages and lists 500 pilgrim lodgings along the camino, including public and private albergues, with a description of facilities available at each, allowing the route to be customised to suit your own itinerary. The accompanying map book is ideal for day-to-day use, with maps for the entire route showing the locations of accommodation and services, as well as over 100 useful town and village maps. Divided into 6 sections, the guidebook includes an additional section from Santiago de Compostela to Finisterre and Muxia on the Galician coast. Each section is broken down into detailed stages with easily customisable start and finish points due to the amount of accommodation available en route. This two-part guidebook and map book provide an abundance of advice on planning and preparation, sample itineraries and detailed information that allows complete customisation of the Camino, making this an ideal guidebook for all pilgrims walking the Camino Frances.

The Cicerone

The Cicerone
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Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages : 302
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ISBN-10 : 9783368172725
ISBN-13 : 3368172727
Rating : 4/5 (25 Downloads)

Synopsis The Cicerone by : Jacob Burckhardt

Reprint of the original, first published in 1873.

The Cicerone

The Cicerone
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Publisher : Рипол Классик
Total Pages : 340
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781275198593
ISBN-13 : 1275198597
Rating : 4/5 (93 Downloads)

Synopsis The Cicerone by : J. Burckhardt

Draught Beer Quality Manual

Draught Beer Quality Manual
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Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1938469607
ISBN-13 : 9781938469602
Rating : 4/5 (07 Downloads)

Synopsis Draught Beer Quality Manual by :

"The Draught Beer Quality Manual provides detailed information on draught line cleaning, system components and design, pressure and gas balance, proper pouring, and glassware sanitation. Covers both direct- and long-draw draught systems, important safety tips, and visual references. Written for draught system installers, beer wholesalers, retailers, and brewers"--

The Julian Alps of Slovenia

The Julian Alps of Slovenia
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Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages : 384
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ISBN-10 : 9781783621941
ISBN-13 : 178362194X
Rating : 4/5 (41 Downloads)

Synopsis The Julian Alps of Slovenia by : Justi Carey

A guidebook to 54 day walks and 2 multi-day treks in Slovenia. Exploring the beautiful Julian Alps, there’s something for both beginner and experienced walkers, from easy valley walks to scrambles and protected routes requiring mountaineering skills and a high level of fitness. Day walks range from 2 to 23km (1–14 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–11 hours. Four 2-day walks with overnight mountain hut stays are described, including treks to Triglav’s summit and the Lakes valley. Sketch maps are included Detailed information on refreshments, transport and accommodation Routes are organised around 5 bases – Kranjska Gora, Bohinj, Bovec, Bled and Kobarid Highlights include Lake Bled

Cycling in the Hebrides

Cycling in the Hebrides
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Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages : 382
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ISBN-10 : 9781783622863
ISBN-13 : 1783622865
Rating : 4/5 (63 Downloads)

Synopsis Cycling in the Hebrides by : Richard Barrett

This guidebook describes 37 day rides for all abilities, and 22 linking routes for more experienced cycle tourists, allow riders to visit all the essential sights in over 20 islands of the Hebrides and of the Firth of Clyde. Routes range from those suitable for short weekend breaks to a challenging 600-mile tour (includes the 200 mile Hebridean Way / NCR 780 along the length of the Outer Hebrides). Whether you're putting together a fortnight's tour or just enjoying a few day rides from a single base, this guide is packed with useful information to help you make the most of your trip. The Hebridean islands offer a wealth of wonderful scenery: the majestic Cuillin mountains on Skye; the otherworldly palm trees on Bute; the marvellous white shell sands on Tiree and Harris. This guidebook features detailed custom mapping and elevation profiles for all routes, and comprehensive information of ferry and transport routes, accommodation, food and drink, supplies, cycle spares and repairs. Island hopping in these islands is a magical experience. The guide visits over 20 of them and each has its own interesting history and wildlife. Reasonably fit cyclists can enjoy these routes at their own pace; experienced cycle tourists will eat up the miles.

Walking on the Costa Blanca

Walking on the Costa Blanca
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Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages : 262
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ISBN-10 : 9781783622689
ISBN-13 : 1783622687
Rating : 4/5 (89 Downloads)

Synopsis Walking on the Costa Blanca by : Terry Fletcher

This guidebook describes 50 circular walks and scrambles exploring the Costa Blanca mountains, around the resorts of Alicante, Benidorm and Calp. These routes range from gentle strolls to demanding days with steep climbs, and from 3-20km in distance. The Mediterranean coast is one of Europe's most popular winter sun adventure destinations. In general UK visitors are best suited to the heat from late autumn to early spring. Beyond the beaches and high rises lies a completely different world of accessible, rocky mountains and knife-edge ridges that stretch away in long chains of gleaming white limestone pinnacles, and the range of walks ensures that everyone can enjoy this spectacular Spanish landscape. Walking on Costa Blanca also includes background information on local geology, wildlife and history, and planning details on where to go, where to stay and what to take.

The Cicerone

The Cicerone
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 322
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ISBN-10 : OXFORD:N13573679
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (79 Downloads)

Synopsis The Cicerone by : Jacob Burckhardt

Shorter Walks in the Dolomites

Shorter Walks in the Dolomites
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Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1852847875
ISBN-13 : 9781852847876
Rating : 4/5 (75 Downloads)

Synopsis Shorter Walks in the Dolomites by : Gillian Price

A popular guidebook to short walks in the Dolomites of north east Italy. The guide describes 50 walks, graded from easy to strenuous, and varying in length from 3 mile strolls to full-day expeditions. The Dolomites are suitable for summer walking, and the mountains are easily accessible, just across the border from Austria and easily reached from Verona, Treviso, Venice and Innsbruck airports. The Dolomites are blessed with vast forests, high-altitude rocky landscapes and seas of beautiful wildflowers and the range is now a designated Unesco World Heritage Site encompassing a national park - Parco Nazionale Dolomiti Bellunesi - and several other protected areas. Highlights include the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, the Civetta, the Piz Bo circuit on the Sella massif and the Sentiero delle Odle. This guide offers something for every walking ability and preference, and includes all the background and planning information you need to plan a trip, including an Italian-German-English glossary and a list of accommodation providers and websites and details of all rifugios on or near the routes.