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The 40 walks in this guidebook explore the stunning landscapes around Briançon. Walks range from 4 to 21km, and cover the valleys of Clarée, Cerveyrette, Ayes, Durance and Guisane, as well as the area around Vallouise and Montgenèvre. All the routes are circular and graded from easy to very hard, so there is a walk to suit all abilities.
Alongside detailed route descriptions and maps, the guidebook provides practical advice on when to visit and the best bases for exploring the region. There are notes on plants and wildlife, and information on the many hill forts in the area. Stunning photographs add to the appeal of this informative guide.
The Briançonnais is a stunning mountain wilderness packed with snow-capped peaks, idyllic valleys, pastures full of wildflowers, sparkling alpine lakes, historic hill forts and a labyrinth of quiet paths. With a rural charm and a milder climate than the northern Alps, it is a region ripe for discovery, and this guide is the perfect place to start.
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Product Type:
Books
Language:
English
EAN:
9781852848880
Pages:
240
Year of publication:
2018
Continent: Europe
Country: France
State / Province: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Places / Mountains / Lakes: Mont Chaberton, Briançon, Col du Lautaret, Vallouise, Névache, Col de Montgenèvre, Cervières, Plampinet, cerces
Categories: Hiking Guides