Walking on La Gomera and El Hierro

Walking on La Gomera and El Hierro
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Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages : 322
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781783628308
ISBN-13 : 1783628308
Rating : 4/5 (08 Downloads)

Synopsis Walking on La Gomera and El Hierro by : Paddy Dillon

A guidebook to day walks and treks on the islands of La Gomera and El Hierro. Exploring the beautiful scenery of the smallest Canary Islands, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. The 33 day walks range from 7 to 20km (4–12 miles) in length and can be enjoyed in 2–8 hours. The GR131 trek crosses all seven of the Canary Islands, and the La Gomera and El Hierro sections are described in 4 stages covering 86km (53 miles). The GR132, a circular long-distance walk around La Gomera, is also included, covering 133km (83 miles) over 6 stages with 2 variants provided. 1:50,000 maps included for each walk GPX files available to download Detailed information on planning, facilities and public transport Easy access from San Sebastián and Valverde Part of a 5-volume Cicerone series on the whole of the Canary Islands

Walk! La Gomera

Walk! La Gomera
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Publisher : Discovery Walking Guides Ltd
Total Pages : 146
Release :
ISBN-10 : 1899554904
ISBN-13 : 9781899554904
Rating : 4/5 (04 Downloads)

Synopsis Walk! La Gomera by : Charles Davis

Contains 35 main walking routes plus numerous short walk and stroll options. In this book, each route has: walking route summary including ratings for Effort, Time, Distance, Ascents/Descents, Refreshments and Vertigo risk; walk description including frequent timings to check your progress and more.

Trekking in the Canary Islands

Trekking in the Canary Islands
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Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages : 331
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781783627967
ISBN-13 : 1783627964
Rating : 4/5 (67 Downloads)

Synopsis Trekking in the Canary Islands by : Paddy Dillon

A guidebook to trekking the 560km (348 mile) GR131 across the Canary Islands. The island-hopping long-distance trail crosses Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Tenerife, La Gomera, La Palma and El Hierro and can be hiked in around a month, or split into shorter sections. Most of the route uses quiet roads, tracks and old mule paths, but there are some remote stretches, as well as occasional steep and rocky mountain paths. The route is presented in 32 stages of between 7 and 30km (4–18 miles). Also included is an optional ascent of Spain’s highest peak, El Teide on Tenerife. Clear route description illustrated with 1:50,000 mapping GPX files available to download Notes on accommodation, refreshments and local transport Information on ferry transfers between the islands Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket

Walk La Gomera

Walk La Gomera
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 80
Release :
ISBN-10 : 1899554807
ISBN-13 : 9781899554805
Rating : 4/5 (07 Downloads)

Synopsis Walk La Gomera by : David Anthony Brawn

Pocket Rough Guide Tenerife & La Gomera (Travel Guide eBook)

Pocket Rough Guide Tenerife & La Gomera (Travel Guide eBook)
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Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Total Pages : 177
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781839057847
ISBN-13 : 183905784X
Rating : 4/5 (47 Downloads)

Synopsis Pocket Rough Guide Tenerife & La Gomera (Travel Guide eBook) by : Rough Guides

Discover the best of Tenerife & La Gomera with this compact, practical, entertaining Pocket Rough Guide. This slim, trim treasure trove of trustworthy travel information is ideal for travellers on short trips, and covers all the key sights such as Mount Teide, Icod de los Vinos, El Encantadora, restaurants, shops, cafes and bars, plus inspired ideas for day-trips, with honest independent recommendations from expert authors. The Pocket Rough Guide Tenerife & La Gomera covers: Santa Cruz; La Laguna; the Anaga; Candelaria and Güímar; Puerto de la Cruz; La Orotava; Garachico; the Teno; the West Coast; the Southwest resorts; the South Coast; Teide; the Interior; San Sebastián and Playa de Santiago; Valle Gran Rey; Northern La Gomera. Inside this travel guide you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selection for every kind of trip to Tenerife & La Gomera, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Santa Cruz to family activities in child-friendly places, like La Laguna or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Puerto de la Cruz. INCISIVE AREA-BY-AREA OVERVIEWS Covering the Anaga, San Sebastián, Valle Gran Rey and more, the practical Places section provides all you need to know about must-see sights and the best places to eat, drink, sleep and shop. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES The routes suggested by Rough Guides' expert writers cover top attractions like Barranco del Infierno and Costa Martiánez and hidden gems like Teide National Park and Parque García Sanabria. DAY-TRIPS Venture further afield to Los Gigantes or El Sauzal. This tells you why to go, how to get there, and what to see when you arrive. HONEST INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our expert writers will help you make the most of your trip to Tenerife & La Gomera. COMPACT FORMAT Packed with pertinent practical information, this is a convenient companion when you're out and about exploring Agulo. HANDY PULL-OUT MAP With every major sight and listing highlighted, the pull-out map makes on-the-ground navigation easy. ATTRACTIVE USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN Features fresh magazine-style layout, inspirational colour photography and colour-coded maps throughout. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Includes invaluable background information on how to get to Tenerife & La Gomera, getting around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory and a handy language section and glossary.

Walking on La Palma

Walking on La Palma
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Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages : 334
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781783626984
ISBN-13 : 1783626984
Rating : 4/5 (84 Downloads)

Synopsis Walking on La Palma by : Paddy Dillon

A guidebook to day walks and treks on La Palma. Exploring the beautiful scenery of this Canary Island, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. The 34 day walks range from 6 to 32km (4–20 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–10 hours. The GR131 trek crosses all seven of the Canary Islands, and the La Palma section is described in 3 stages covering 68km (42 miles). The GR130, a circular long-distance walk around La Palma, is also included, covering 167km (104 miles) over 8 stages. 1:50,000 maps included for each walk Detailed information on planning, facilities and public transport Highlights include Caldera de Taburiente national park Part of a 5-volume Cicerone series on the whole of the Canary Islands

Walking on Gran Canaria

Walking on Gran Canaria
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Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages : 318
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ISBN-10 : 9781783627981
ISBN-13 : 1783627980
Rating : 4/5 (81 Downloads)

Synopsis Walking on Gran Canaria by : Paddy Dillon

A guidebook to 40 day walks on Gran Canaria plus a 5-day section of the GR131. Gran Canaria is a popular destination but offers many peaceful, rural areas perfect for walking, routes vary from short and easy to long and hard. The day walks range from 5 to 22km (3–14 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–7 hours. The GR131 trek crosses all seven of the Canary Islands, and the Gran Canaria section between Puerto de las Nieves and Faro de Maspalomas is described in 5 stages covering 77km (48 miles). 1:50,000 maps included for each walk Detailed information on planning, facilities and public transport Highlights include Roque Nublo and Roque Bentayga Shorter walks can be linked together to form longer routes

Walking on Lanzarote and Fuerteventura

Walking on Lanzarote and Fuerteventura
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Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages : 326
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781783621149
ISBN-13 : 1783621141
Rating : 4/5 (49 Downloads)

Synopsis Walking on Lanzarote and Fuerteventura by : Paddy Dillon

A guidebook to 21 day walks on Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Isla La Graciosa plus 14 stages of the GR131. Exploring the varied scenery of these Canary Islands, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. The day walks range from 5 to 22km (3–14 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–7 hours. The GR131 trek crosses all seven of the Canary Islands, and the Lanzarote and Fuerteventura sections are described in 14 stages covering 241km (150 miles). 1:50,000 maps included for each walk Detailed information on planning, facilities and public transport Highlights include Timanfaya volcanic national park Part of a 5-volume Cicerone series on the whole of the Canary Islands

Walking on Madeira

Walking on Madeira
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Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages : 394
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781783626601
ISBN-13 : 1783626607
Rating : 4/5 (01 Downloads)

Synopsis Walking on Madeira by : Paddy Dillon

A guidebook to 60 day walks on the Portuguese island of Madeira and neighbouring Porto Santo. Covering mountains, coast, laurisilva cloud forest and levadas (irrigation channels), routes range from easy strolls to more strenuous mountain hikes, some calling for a good head for heights. Walks range from 4 to 27km (2–17 miles) with options to combine routes to create longer days out. Sketch maps are included for each walk Detailed information on planning, facilities and public transport Highlights include an ascent of Pico de Areeiro, Madeira’s highest peak Easy access from Funchal

Walk This Way Tenerife

Walk This Way Tenerife
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Publisher : CreateSpace
Total Pages : 304
Release :
ISBN-10 : 1517277418
ISBN-13 : 9781517277413
Rating : 4/5 (18 Downloads)

Synopsis Walk This Way Tenerife by : Andrea Montgomery

Walk This Way features the best of Tenerife's walking routes written by travel writers who specialise in Tenerife and the Canary Islands. Some are well trodden favourites, others are strangers to the walking groups; lovely trails that were once the lifeline between communities and are now only used by neighbours and by cats on their morning constitutionals. The book includes: Concise and accurate directions, distances and timings for more than 30 of Tenerife's best walking routes from around the island. Grouped by geographical area, advice is given on weather conditions, types of terrain, what flora and landscapes to expect and even where to answer a call of nature in each location. Routes cover distances that vary from 1km to 17.5km with walking times varying from 1hr to 6hrs 20mins and from easy strolling to trails recommended for fit and experienced hikers only. Comprehensive information on how to get to the start of routes by car and by public transport; points of interest, where to find refreshments and where to stay for easy access to routes. Appendices give quick reference guides to routes by a variety of criteria including length, location, time taken, terrain, family-friendly etc. And much, much more...