Lonely Planet Epic Hikes of Europe - (Hardcover)

About the Book

With stories of 50 spectacular hikes in Europe, from Andalucia to the Arctic Circle, plus a farther 150 suggestions, Lonely Planet's Epic Hikes of Europe will inspire a lifetime of incredible walking adventures. Hikes range from urban rambles to mountain summits, via wine-tasting trails, coastal walks, multi-day pilgrimages, cultural hikes and snowshoeing. Whatever your experience, all these hikes are epic.

Book Synopsis

Lace up your hiking boots for the next in Lonely Planet's highly successful Epic series, this time exploring 50 of Europe's most rewarding and beautiful hikes. From the sun-kissed regions of Southern Europe, including Italy, Greece, Portugal and Spain, to North Europe's history-rich heartlands (including France, Germany, Belgium, Britain, Ireland and Scandinavia), we cover a huge variety of themes and experiences for every type of hiker. Epic Hikes of Europe features some classic routes to tick off: Ireland's Dingle Way, Speyside's Malt Whisky Trail, a battlefield hike through Belgium and Italy's stunning Sentiero degli Dei along the Amalfi Coast. Hikes are graded according to their challenge and practical info is provided so you can follow in the writers' footsteps. A vibrant illustrated cover continues this collectible series.

• Inspiring, full-page images, maps plus practical details
• Engaging first-person accounts from writers who have completed the hike
• A wide range of routes for every ability, from one-day walks to multi-day treks

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.

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