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The GR5 Trail - Vosges and Jura
Schirmeck to Lac Léman, and the GR53
ISBN
9781852848125
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Published
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18 Apr 2017
Edition
Second
Pages
208
Size
17.20 x 11.60 x 1.25cm
Weight
230g
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Guidebook to a 687km (427 mile) trek through eastern France, traversing the Vosges and the Haut-Jura plateau. The route follows the GR53 from Wissembourg to Schirmeck, before picking up the central section of the GR5 from Schirmeck to Nyon on Lake Geneva, taking in wooded and grassy hills, river gorges and fascinating castle ruins.
Seasons
Spring to Autumn, although a late spring may see snow lingering on some of the higher stretches.Centres
Wissembourg, Saverne, Schirmeck, Ribeauvillé, Villers-le-Lac, Les Rousses, NyonDifficulty
A well-waymarked route, suitable for any reasonably fit walker. On some stretches, it may be necessary to drop off-route a short distance to obtain food or accommodation.Must See
The quiet Northern Vosges, with castle ruins on rocky pinnacles; the enchanting winemaking villages of Alsace; the hilltops and glacial lakes of the Vosges; the tranquil gorge of the Doubs, and the spectacular Saut du Doubs waterfall; outlook points over the expansive Jura plateau; the impressive cliffs of Mont d'OrISBN
9781852848125
Availability
Published
Published
18 Apr 2017
Edition
Second
Pages
208
Size
17.20 x 11.60 x 1.25cm
Weight
230g
Delivery & Returns
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.
More information...
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Overview
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A guidebook to trekking the central section of the GR5 trail between Schirmeck and Lac Leman (Lake Geneva). Covering 687km (427 miles), this long-distance trek traversing the Vosges and the Haut-Jura plateau in France can be walked in 5–6 weeks and is suitable for moderately experienced hikers.
The route is described from north to south in 11 stages, each between 40 and 87km (25–55 miles) in length. The GR53 between Wissembourg and Schirmeck is also described, allowing walkers to complete the entire chain of the Vosges. Eight short walks that can be taken from the main route are also included.
- Sketch maps included for each stage
- Detailed information about accommodation, facilities and public transport along the route
- Advice on planning and preparation
- Part of a 3-volume set, accompanying Cicerone guidebooks The GR5 Trail and The GR5 Trail - Benelux and Lorraine are also available
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Table of Contents
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CONTENTS
Map key
Summary map of the GR5/GR53 route
Route profile for the GR5/GR53 route
Introduction
Why visit the Vosges and Jura?
Landscape
History
Wildlife
When to visit
Access
Local transport
Accommodation
Camping
Food and drink
What to take
Maps
GR system and waymarking
Safety and health
Language
Money
Telephones and internet
Using this guide
The GR53 Wissembourg to Schirmeck
Section 1 GR53 Wissembourg to Niederbronn-les-Bains
Section 2 GR53 Niederbronn-les-Bains to Saverne
Section 3 GR53 Saverne to Schirmeck
The GR5 Schirmeck to Nyon
Section 4 GR5 Schirmeck to Ribeauvillé
Section 5 GR5 Ribeauvillé to Mittlach
Section 6 GR5 Mittlach to Thann
Section 7 GR5 Thann to Brévilliers
Section 8 GR5 Brévilliers to St-Hippolyte
Section 9 GR5 St-Hippolyte to Villers-le-Lac
Section 10 GR5 Villers-le-Lac to Les Hôpitaux-Neufs
Section 11 GR5 Les Hôpitaux-Neufs to Nyon
Short walks along the GR5/GR53
Appendix A Long distance routes in the Vosges and Jura
Appendix B Route summary tables
Appendix C Facilities table
Appendix D Useful websites
Appendix E Accommodation
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Updates
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By Les Smith
Les and Elizabeth Smith live in Perthshire and, after following sensible careers as scientist and geographer respectively, have embraced a more flexible outdoor life, pursuing their love of Scotland, wild places, wild life and photography. Enthusiastic walkers and campers, they have backpacked along many long-distance routes, both in the UK and more widely in Europe. This is their first guidebook.
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