Description
A guidebook to 28 day walks and a 5-day trek around Lakes Como and Maggiore. Exploring the dramatic scenery of the Italian lakes, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike.
Walks range from 3km to 20km (2-12 miles) and can be enjoyed in 1-5 hours. The Sentiero del Viandante trek, or Wayfarer's Path, along the eastern shore of Lake Como between Lecco and Colico is described in 5 stages covering 54km (34 miles).
- Sketch maps are included for each walk
- Detailed information on accommodation, public transport and wildlife
- Highlights include Mottarone and Monte San Primo
About the Author
Gillian Price has trekked throughout Asia and the Himalayas, but now lives in Venice and is exploring the mountains and flatter bits of Italy. Starting in the Italian Dolomites, Gillian has written outstanding Cicerone guides to walking all over Italy as well as Corsica and Corfu. An adamant promoter of public transport to minimise environmental impact, Gillian belongs to Mountain Wilderness and is an active member of the Venice branch of CAI, the Italian Alpine Club. Check her out at www.gillianprice.eu.
Book Information
ISBN 9781786311689
Author Gillian Price
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Cicerone Press
Publisher Cicerone Press
Weight(grams) 220g
Dimensions(mm) 172mm * 116mm * 11mm