Author: Graeme CornwallisPublisher:
ISBN: 9781905769162
Category : Trails
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Scotland
Author: Jenny McKelviePublisher: Edizioni WhiteStar
ISBN: 8854419303
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 476
Book Description
Inspiring photography, insider tips, cultural interpretation, and expert advice are hallmarks of these bestselling travel guides, ensuring a more authentic, enriching experience of the destination. A tour of Scotland in the company of the experts, enjoying the gastronomic delights of the Highlands, climbing the slopes of Ben Nevis--the highest mountain in the British Isles--discovering the islands, and driving along the North Coast 500, one of the most beautiful coastal roads in the world. A guide to the history and culture of this fascinating country, with detailed information for strolls through the city streets of Edinburgh and Glasgow and walking routes through the highlands. There are descriptions of the traditional whisky distilleries and the many activities to be enjoyed in this magnificent country. Walking tours and outings by car, maps with descriptions of the places to visit, from the glorious Royal Mile of Edinburgh to the fishing villages of Fife. Excursions off the beaten track, like the walk along the breath-taking cliffs on the island of Skye and trekking to the peak of Ben Macdui.
Scottish Highlands - The Hillwalking Guide
Author: Jim ManthorpePublisher:
ISBN: 9781905864218
Category : Highlands (Scotland)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Scotland s Highlands and Islands contain some of the finest mountain scenery in Europe and by far the best way to experience it is on foot. This practical guide covers more than 60 hills in the Scottish Highlands. Detailed maps in the classic Trailblazer style including tricky trail junctions, walking times and points of interest. Plus places to stay, places to eat and a full-color flora identification section."
The Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands & Islands
Author: Rob HumphreysPublisher: Rough Guides
ISBN: 9781843532699
Category : Highlands (Scotland)
Languages : en
Pages : 608
Book Description
This guide highlights the best places to sleep, eat and drink in the Highlands and Islands. It includes coverage of all major and minor outdoor activities, hiking trails and mountain bike routes.
Scotland
Author: AA.VV.Publisher: Edizioni WhiteStar
ISBN: 8854421154
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 346
Book Description
National Geographic Traveler guidebooks contain must-know travel information, inspiring photography, insider tips, and expert advice you won’t find on the internet for bucket-list destinations around the world. Scotland’s rich history and culture offers incredible experiences you can’t find anywhere else, and this newly updated guidebook—part of a best-selling series—has everything you need to know to plan an unforgettable trip to this fascinating country. Whether you’re seeking out the stunning landscape of the Highlands, witnessing a log toss competition at the Highland Games, cycling in picturesque Galloway Forest Park, or sampling famous Scottish whisky, this knowledgeable guide can help you experience it all. Drive the North Coast 500, one of the most beautiful panoramic roads in the world; climb the summit of Ben Nevis; walk Edinburgh’s majestic Royal Mile; take in the breathtaking cliffs of the Isle of Skye; and learn about the Gothic architecture of Glasgow. With detailed itineraries, suggestions of can’t-miss sites, and 20 maps, this volume from the experts at National Geographic will help you plan the trip of a lifetime.
Scotland
Author: Chris TownsendPublisher: Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN: 1849653534
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 904
Book Description
This comprehensive book is an excellent planning resource for those who wish to venture into the Scottish mountains. Whether you are planning a walk, scramble, climb or ski tour this larger format guide has all the information the independent mountain lover needs. The guide covers all the mountainous areas of Scotland from south to north, divided into seven regions. Each regional chapter covers individual glens important for mountain-goers, groups of hills that form coherent massifs and individual hills of significance. However, this is not a route guide and detailed descriptions are not provided. The aim of the book is to inspire and entertain as well as inform; to show first-time visitors just what the Scottish mountains have to offer and provide a new perspective for those who have been before. In the descriptions author Chris Townsend has given his opinions as to the relative qualities of the walks, glens, lochs, mountains and the landscape in general and highlighted those he thinks are the best the area has to offer. Includes: Descriptions of all the Scottish mountains, area-by-area from south to north, to help you identify the best locations for hill walking, mountaineering, climbing and ski touring Classic ascents and walks described, from scrambles up Ben Nevis to ski tours in the Cairngorms A planning tool for long-distance treks
Scottish Highlands
Author: Jim ManthorpePublisher:
ISBN: 9781873756843
Category : Highlands (Scotland)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Covers eighty-one hills in the Scottish Highlands Detailed maps in the classic Trailblazer style including tricky trail junctions walking times and points of interest Plus places to stay places to eat and a full-color flora identification section
The Hughs
Author: Andrew DempsterPublisher: Luath Press Ltd
ISBN: 1910324671
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 315
Book Description
Andrew Dempster has 40 years' experience of hillwalking the length and breadth of Scotland. Author of several climbing books, including the first guidebook to the Grahams, in this volume he identifies the best wee hills on the Scottish mainland.MUNRO at least 3,000ft highCORBETT 2,500–3,000ft high with a prominence of at least 500ft GRAHAM 2,000–2,499ft high with a drop of at least 150 metresHUGH (Hill Under Graham Height): under 2,000ft with exceptional characterThe Hughs all offer rewarding – and often stunning – climbs and views. Some are already popular. Many await discovery. Each one has great character. That is what the Hughs are all about.vFrom Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh to An Grianan in the far north, from Ben Hiant in the west to Bennachie in the east, the Hughs are a phenomenally diverse range of hills, stretching to all points of the compass. Accessible to people of any age, the Hughs are not defined by the sterile logic of relative height – they are a choice of the heart.
The Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands & Islands
Author: Rob HumphreysPublisher:
ISBN: 9781409339861
Category : Hebrides (Scotland)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This guide highlights the best places to sleep, eat and drink in the Highlands and Islands. It includes coverage of all major and minor outdoor activities, hiking trails and mountain bike routes
Scottish Highlands
Author: Collectif,Publisher: Trailblazer Editions
ISBN: 9781905864775
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Practical walking guide to over 80 hills in the Scottish Highlands and Islands. Includes 90 detailed walking maps: walking times, directions, tricky junctions, places to stay, places to eat, points of interest written onto the map. 60 day-walks for all abilities, graded for difficulty, 2-day and 3-day treks. Detailed accommodation: B&Bs, campsites, bunkhouses, bothies, hostels, hotels, pubs and places to eat. Guides to 62 gateway towns and villages. Detailed public transport information.
