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Trekking the Robert Louis Stevenson Trail
The GR70 through the Cevennes/Massif Central
Guidebook to the GR70 through France's Velay and Cévennes regions, which follows in the footsteps of author Stevenson and his faithful donkey, Modestine. At 272km, this long-distance trail from Le Puy to Ales is ideal for people new to walking holidays, and promises an interesting journey with an historical and literary flavour.
Seasons
From around Easter to October (since much of the accommodation closes over the winter months); July and August can be very hot so it is best to avoid walking during the hottest part of the dayCentres
Le-Puy-en-Velay, Le Monastier-sur-Gazeille, Pradelles, Langogne, Le Bleymard, Le Pont-de-Montvert, Florac, St-Jean-du-Gard, AlèsDifficulty
Most of the trail is on easy terrain, but some sections are longer and therefore more demanding, so a certain level of fitness is required. The GR70 trail is well signposted and it is a great long-distance trail for first-time and experienced hikers alike.Must See
River Loire, River Gardon, Mount Lozére, Cévennes, Massif Central, River Tarn, Camisards history, Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Travels with a donkey in the Cévennes'ISBN
9781852849184
Availability
Published
Published
23 Feb 2021
Reprinted
29 Apr 2025
Edition
Third
Pages
128
Size
17.20 x 11.60 x .90cm
Weight
160g
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A guidebook to the Robert Louis Stevenson Trail (GR70) from Le-Puy-en-Velay to Alès. Covering 272km (169 miles), this long-distance trek through the Cévennes region on the edge of France's Massif Central follows in the footsteps of writer Robert Louis Stevenson and his donkey Modestine. The trail takes around 2 weeks to hike and is suitable for both first-time and experienced trekkers.
The route is described from north to south in 12 stages, each between 16 and 30km (10–17 miles) in length. A brief account of Robert Louis Stevenson's experiences on that section of the route is included for each stage.
- GPX files available to download
- 1:50,000 maps included for each stage
- Detailed information about accommodation, campsites and facilities along the route
- Advice on planning and preparation
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