Trekking the GR7 in Andalucía
From Tarifa to Puebla de Don Fadrique
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The GR7 is one of Europe's longest GR long-distance routes, stretching from Tarifa, the southernmost town of continental Europe, through Spain, Andorra and France to Alsace. This guide presents the Andalucian section of the route, which offers well over 700km of fantastic walking through the diverse landscapes of one of Spain's most evocative regions. The route splits at the small village of Villanueva de Cauche, and the guide describes both the northern and southern variants. Although walking is on good footpaths, country tracks and, occasionally, minor roads, some of the stages are long and can involve considerable ascent, meaning that a good level of fitness is required. The full Andalucian GR7 takes well over a month to walk; however, the guide also includes suggestions for highlight sections that can be walked in a week or fortnight.
In addition to clear route description, mapping and elevation profiles, the guide provides background information on local history, plants and wildlife, and advice for planning your trip, such as when to go, what to take and where to stay.
The route showcases Andalucia's rich history and culture and varied landscapes, which include pine forests, semi-arid desert, snow-capped peaks, fertile plains, lush valleys, olive groves, cultivated terraces and hills of cork woodland. Historic towns and traditional whitewashed villages offer overnight accommodation and a chance to sample local cuisine.
A guidebook to walking the Andalucian section of the GR7/E4 pan-European hiking trail, covering both the northern and southern variants. From Tarifa to Puebla de Don Fadrique, the route totals 738km or 770km (depending on which variant is chosen) and, although not technical, calls for a good level of fitness.
The route is presented in 32 stages (northern variant) or 34 stages (southern variant), of between 9 and 55km (6–34 miles), and can be walked in 34–42 days. The book also included suggestions for shorter itineraries taking in some of the highlights.
- GPX files available to download
- 1:50,000 maps included for each stage
- Handy route summary tables help you plan your itinerary
- Accommodation and refreshment details
- Advice on planning and preparation , as well as information about the region
Weight:
370 g
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Product Type:
Books
Language:
English
EAN:
9781852849955
Pages:
320
hoehe_mm:
172
breite_mm:
116
Year of publication:
2021
Continent: Europe
Country: Spain
State / Province: Andalusia
Region: Sierra de Cazorla, Alpujarras, Straße von Gibraltar, Sierra de Grazalema, Nordost-Andalusien, Sierra de Almijara
Places / Mountains / Lakes: Tarifa, Ronda, Lanjarón, El Chorro, Trevélez, Jimena de la Frontera, Nigüelas, Juviles, La Calahorra, Ubrique, Cádiar, Baza, Puebla de Don Fadrique
Categories: Hiking Guides, Long Distance Hiking
