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Walking Lake Garda and Iseo
Day walks in the Italian Lakes
ISBN
9781786310248
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11 Apr 2019
Edition
First
Pages
128
Size
17.20 x 11.60 x .80cm
Weight
150g
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Guidebook to 20 day walks around the majestic Italian lakes of Garda and Iseo. The routes, which range from leisurely strolls to more strenuous routes up panoramic peaks, offer something to suit all walkers. Invaluable practical information about public transport, accommodation and walking kit is included, together with a handy Italian glossary.
Seasons
spring through to autumn are best, although the lakes' mild climate makes them suitable for year-round walking. In midsummer head for the mountain altitude routes while in winter, when snow may cover the high peaks, stick to the lower walksCentres
Malcesine, Riva del Garda, Limone, Gargnano on Lago di Garda. Iseo and Lovere on Lago d'IseoDifficulty
walks range from easy lakeside strolls to rambles across mountainsides and exciting paths to superbly panoramic peaks. Graded 1 to 3, catering for everyoneMust See
Malcesine and the cable-car to Monte Baldo for breathtaking views and wildflowers. Monte Telegrafo. Campione and the canyons. Limone and lakefront lemon orchards. Spectacular Strada del Ponale from Riva di Garda. Monte Brione and historic military forts. Tremosine ancient stone stairway. Lago d'Iseo's Monteisola and LovereISBN
9781786310248
Availability
Published
Published
11 Apr 2019
Edition
First
Pages
128
Size
17.20 x 11.60 x .80cm
Weight
150g
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Free Royal Mail 48 postage on UK orders. European postage is £3.50 per item. Worldwide postage is £5.50 per item. If you're not happy with your purchase for any reason, we'll give you a full refund.
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Overview
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A guidebook to 20 day walks around Lakes Garda and Iseo. Exploring the dramatic scenery of the Italian lakes, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike.
Walks range from 5 to 13km (3–8 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–5 hours. Walks have been graded from 1 to 3 allowing you to choose routes suitable for your ability.
- Sketch maps are included for each walk
- Detailed information on accommodation, public transport and wildlife
- Highlights include Monte Baldo and Monteisola
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Table of Contents
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CONTENTS
Map key
Overview pap
Introduction
Plants and flowers
Wildlife
Getting there
Local transport
Information
When to go
Accommodation
Food and drink
What to take
Maps
Dos and don’ts
Emergencies
Using this guide
Lago di Garda
Walk 1 Valle delle Cartiere
Walk 2 Eremo di San Valentino
Walk 3 Campione to Pregasio Loop
Walk 4 Campione to Pieve Loop
Walk 5 Limone sul Garda and the Valle del Singol
Walk 6 Monte Nodice and Pregasina
Walk 7 Strada del Ponale to Pregasina
Walk 8 The Venetian Bastione
Walk 9 Monte Brione
Walk 10 Torbole to Tempesta
Walk 11 Monte Baldo: Ventrar to San Michele
Walk 12 Monte Baldo: Cima delle Pozzette
Walk 13 Monte Baldo: Eremo SS Benigno e Caro
Walk 14 Monte Baldo: Rifugio Telegrafo Circuit
Walk 15 Monte Baldo: Costabella to Prada Alta
Walk 16 Torri del Benaco and Graffiti
Lago d’Iseo
Walk 17 Punta Alta
Walk 18 Santuario di San Giovanni
Walk 19 Corna Trentapassi
Walk 20 Monteisola and the Santuario della Ceriola
Appendix A Route summary table
Appendix B Glossary of Italian–English terms
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By Gillian Price
Gillian Price has trekked throughout Asia and the Himalayas, but now lives in Venice. Gillian has steadily explored the mountain ranges of Italy, and Corsica, and brought them to life for visitors in a series of outstanding guides for Cicerone. She is an active member of the Italian Alpine Club (CAI) and Mountain Wilderness.
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