Download or read book Walking in the Ronda Mountains written by Tony Bishop and published by . This book was released on 2011-03 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As I walked through the galleried woodlands along the river the first time I did this route, I could hardly believe that I was in Andalucía. It was my first visit to the region and I had arrived with a vague notion that Andalucía was all brown, dusty and barren. I could not have been more mistaken. It was late springtime and I felt immersed in the song of the nightingales. Throughout the walk, the vegetation along the river is lush and dense.” Thus begins the description of one of the walks in this new English language walking guidebook “Walking in the Ronda Mountains: 30 half-day walks in Andalucía”. It is written by two experienced walkers, Tony Bishop and Eva Bratek, who live in the village of Montejaque just outside Ronda. All the walks are located in the Serranía de Ronda, reflecting the authors ́ passion for keeping a local focus. They also recognise that many people don’t want to spend hours in cars, buses or trains, getting to and from walks. This book provides a beautiful, varied and gentle introduction to the Serranía de Ronda. “Walking in the Ronda Mountains” is a first for the Ronda area: an English-language walking guidebook covering 30 half-day walks in the Ronda mountains that includes notes and photographs on flora and fauna likely to be encountered on each walk. For those who like to stroll through peaceful mountain landscapes whilst admiring trees, wildflowers and birds, this book is ideal. The book takes the reader through some of the most beautiful and yet least known parts of the mountains around Ronda. An increasing number of discerning visitors are now seeking out something different to the Costa del Sol and journey into those inland parts of Andalucía where walking boots are more useful than a bathing costume. They arrive here for the first time and then vow to return. Some even come back here to live permanently. Those fortunate enough to live in this part of Andalucia will also be able to use this book in order to get to know their own backyard even better than before. Several of the 30 walks are accessible by using just public transport. The area covered by “Walking in the Ronda Mountains” includes the Sierra de las Nieves UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the Guadiaro Valley, the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, the upper and mid-Genal Valley, the Sierra Bermeja and the Sierra Blanca. “Walking in the Ronda Mountains” highlights the wealth and diversity of hiking routes in the Serranía de Ronda. Recognising that many people are not interested in climbing mountain summits, Eva and Tony have concentrated on walks on public footpaths in the mountains. During a walk “you should have a sense of being at one with your surroundings, even when the setting is jaw-droppingly magnificent.”The authors bring the rich and diverse birdlife and wildflowers to life with vivid photographs and descriptions. The in-house produced route maps should eliminate any risk of getting lost. The longest walk in this book is about 4 hours. Many are just 1.5 – 2 hours in length, a few even less than that. So the reader will have ample time for rest stops, for admiring their surroundings and for doing something else with the rest of their day. Eva and Tony have also chosen the walks for the way that they contrast with each other, as well as for their individual intrinsic merits. Local ornithology author Juan Oñate summed this book up perfectly: “The authors ́ witty and thoughtful passion for nature shines through this much-needed book. A mix of acute observation, an eye for detail and every encouragement to buy a pair of binoculars”.
Download or read book The Andalucian Coast to Coast Walk written by Guy Hunter-Watts and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2018-07-10 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Devised with the aim of linking the two great seas that cradle Andalucía, the Andalucian Coast to Coast Walk crosses the heart of southern Spain, from the small Mediterranean village of Maro to Bolonia beach on the Atlantic seaboard, a day's walk from the bustling port of Tarifa. A village-to-village walk, the 416km trail follows the Penibetic mountain range across the provinces of Málaga, Granada and Cádiz, passing through six beautiful Natural Parks and visiting some of the region's most picturesque and characterful towns and villages, including Ronda. This guide presents the waymarked route in 21 day stages, each with clear route description and mapping and notes on the villages and other local points of interest. You'll find all the practical information needed to plan and execute a successful trip, with advice on when to go, transport, accommodation and food. Useful contacts and a Spanish-English glossary can be found in the appendices. Boasting magnificent mountain scenery, charming villages and a rich and fascinating history, it is little surprise that Andalucía has long been popular with visitors. The Andalucian Coast to Coast Walk showcases the vibrant culture and enchanting landscapes for which the region is famed: it takes in mountain views and dramatic gorges, flower-strewn valleys and cultivated fruit groves, with highlights including Moorish Ronda, Roman ruins at Bolonia and the traditional 'pueblos blancos' (white villages).
Download or read book Walking and Trekking in the Sierra Nevada written by Richard Hartley and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2023-03-28 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook offers a selection of 38 routes from simple day walks, high mountain scrambles to very demanding multi-day treks in the striking Sierra Nevada, the highest mountain range in mainland Spain. Easily accessible from Granada and Malaga, it is a world of soaring, snow-clad peaks and deep valleys, far removed from the crowded beaches of the Costa del Sol just two hours away. The routes are spread across the national park, with attractive towns and villages such as Trevelez, Lanjaron, Hoya de la Mora and Cumbres Verdes serving as potential bases for a walking holiday. From more leisurely outings in the Cumbres Verde area to ascents of mainland Spain's highest summit, Mulhacen, there are routes to suit a range of abilities, although most require a reasonable degree of fitness, navigational skill and experience of high mountain terrain. Whilst some of the routes are day or half-day walks, others take advantage of the region's network of mountain shelters or offer an opportunity to wild camp. Also included are three longer traverses: 'Los Tres Picos' (the Spanish Three Peaks - Veleta, Mulhacen and Alcazaba), 'Los Tres Miles' Integral (a multi-day trek covering all the major 3000m peaks in the range) and an overview of the 302km Sulayr GR240. The walks can be enjoyed most of the year, however conditions may prove too hot at the peak of summer and extra care and equipment will be required in snow or ice: the descriptions assume summer conditions, but include additional notes for winter walking. The guide also includes advice on transport, bases and safety, a tick-list of the 3000m peaks and a Spanish-English glossary.
Download or read book Trekking the GR 141 written by Guy Hunter-Watts and published by . This book was released on 2021-02-03 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The GR-141, La Gran Senda de Ronda, is an averagely challenging circular hiking trail of 110 kilometres divided into six stages, beginning and ending in the beautiful mountain town of Ronda in southern Spain. The trail can comfortably be walked from village to village so there's no need to carry camping gear. GR is short for Gran Recorrido or 'long distance footpath'. The GR-141 was created and waymarked just 10 years ago is still relatively unknown, unlike the Camino de Santiago further north. So this is the time to hike the trail!The trail passes through some of the most spectacular mountain terrain in Andalucía following a mixture of footpaths and remote forestry tracks. Highlights include visiting Ronda, one of Europe's most spectacular towns, riverside walking beside the beautiful Genal and Guadiaro rivers and the stunning gorge of Colmenar where you can observe a vulture colony at close quarters. The trail threads its way through the chestnut forests of the Genal valley and the ancient cork oak forests of the Parque Natural de Los Alcornocales. This is one of the few GR trails that can be comfortably covered in a week's holiday and the walk's start and end point at Ronda is easily reached by road and by rail from all major airports in southern Spain. Each of the six legs can be comfortably tackled in a day of walking whilst the two longer, more challenging initial stages can be divided if you prefer to cover less distance. The route follows a mixture of footpaths, farm tracks and drovers' routes with just a few short sections of tarmac road. The Gran Senda is waymarked with signboards at the beginning of each stage that detail the distance and estimated timings along with an overview map. Guy Hunter-Watts is Andalucía's best known writer of walking guides. His other books include Walking in Andalucía, Coastal Walks in Andalucía, Trekking the GR7, The Andalucían Coast to Coast Walk and The Mountains of Ronda and Grazalema. The book includes descriptions of each village through which the trail passes with the author's recommendations for the best places to stay. All the villages through which the trail passes have their own charm and are delightfully unspoiled. GPX tracks of all stages are available FOC from the author.
Download or read book Mountain Walking in Southern Catalunya written by Philip Freakley and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2011-05-12 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guidebook to 30 graded walks in Spain’s Southern Catalunya. Exploring the beautiful scenery of els Ports and the Tarragona mountains, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. Day walks range from 4 to 21km (2–13 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–6 hours. A 2-day, circular trek encompassing Sant Roc and Arnes is also described in 2 stages covering 47km (29 miles). Sketch maps are included Detailed information on planning, accommodation and local history Highlights include the Cardó and Montsia massifs Easy access from Barcelona, Valencia and Reus
Download or read book 35 Best walks around Marbella written by Saskia Meulemans and published by Paragon Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-26 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ready to explore the great outdoors around Marbella and pick up an interesting story? Then choose from a variety of 35 walks in the mountains and around the white villages, for every level and taste. Discover a fascinating part of Andalucía, including Marbella’s Sierra Blanca and the Sierra de las Nieves National park, the Serrania de Ronda, spectacular El Chorro, and much more. From cave houses to Roman ruins, from Moorish castles to Catholic churches, from the Smurf Village to the Art Village, the mountains and villages are a vast museum covering thousands of years of history. Each walk is enriched with inspiring stories, facts, or legends about the rich cultural and natural heritage, making the experience more fun. The walks are half or full-day excursions from Marbella for beginners to experienced hikers.
Download or read book Walking in Andalucia written by Guy Hunter-Watts and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2016-01-19 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guidebook to 36 walks in the natural and national parks of Spain’s Andalucía region. Graded by difficulty from easy strolls to strenuous mountain hikes, there are routes to suit both beginner and more experienced walkers alike. Walks range from 4 to 21km (2–13 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–7 hours. They are split between six diverse areas based on the six parks: Aracena, Grazalema, Los Alcornocales, La Axarquía (the coastal plain around Nerja, just south of the Almijara), Las Alpujarras (in the Sierra Nevada) and Cazorla. Clear route description illustrated with 1:50,000 mapping GPX files available for download Information on bases and facilities Local points of interest Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket
Download or read book The Mountains of Ronda and Grazalema written by Guy Hunter-Watts and published by . This book was released on 2018-01-11 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guidebook to walking in the mountains of Ronda and Grazalema in Andalucia, southern Spain. The 32 graded routes range from 4 to 16km and explore the Natural Parks of Grazalema and La Sierra de las Nieves, the 'Pueblos Blancos' (White Villages) perched high in the mountains, and the Genal and Guadiaro river valleys.
Download or read book Walking on the Costa Blanca written by Terry Fletcher and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2024-01-10 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook describes 50 circular walks and scrambles exploring the Costa Blanca mountains, around the resorts of Alicante, Benidorm and Calp. These routes range from gentle strolls to demanding days with steep climbs, and from 3-20km in distance. The Mediterranean coast is one of Europe's most popular winter sun adventure destinations. In general UK visitors are best suited to the heat from late autumn to early spring. Beyond the beaches and high rises lies a completely different world of accessible, rocky mountains and knife-edge ridges that stretch away in long chains of gleaming white limestone pinnacles, and the range of walks ensures that everyone can enjoy this spectacular Spanish landscape. Walking on Costa Blanca also includes background information on local geology, wildlife and history, and planning details on where to go, where to stay and what to take.
Download or read book Coastal Walks in Andalucia written by Guy Hunter-Watts and published by . This book was released on 2025-02-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Driving Over Lemons written by Chris Stewart and published by Sort of Books. This book was released on 2020-07-09 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meet Chris Stewart, the eternal optimist. A man who flies to Spain, sees a peasant farm on the wrong side of the river and, with scarcely a second thought, hands over a cash deposit. And then finds he has acquired not just the farm, but the farmer, too, who has no intention of leaving. Not to mention the lack of running water, electricity or even a bridge. It would be enough to send most people straight back home. But Chris and his wife Ana are made of stronger stuff - and besides, they have sunk all their savings into their farm, El Valero, and buying a flock of sheep. So there is no turning back. Life gets tough, but it also gets good. Driving Over Lemons is that rare thing - a funny, insightful book that charms you from the first sun-lit page to the last. And one that makes running an Andalucian mountain farm seem like a half-decent career move. It has been a major bestseller both in Britain and Spain.
Download or read book Walking in Portugal written by Simon Whitmarsh and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2024-05-17 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guidebook to 40 walks spread throughout Portugal, with a focus on the country’s many natural and national parks. Walks are graded from easy to challenging, with options to suit most abilities and ambitions. The walks range from 5 to 46km (3–29 miles), with the two longest routes offering optional overnight stops; the day walks can be enjoyed in 2–11 hours. A handful of routes are easily accessible from Lisbon, with others covering Peneda-Gerês National Park, Serra da Estrela Nature Park and the Algarve. Clear route description illustrated with 1:50,000 maps GPX files available to download Information on refreshments, access and parking Local points of interest and background notes about Portugal Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket
Download or read book EXCURSIONS IN THE MOUNTAINS OF RONDA AND GRANADA WITH CHARACTERISTIC SKETCHES OF THE INHABITANTS OF THE SOUTH OF SPAIN written by CAPTAIN C. ROCHFORT SCOTT and published by . This book was released on 1838 with total page 708 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Medicinal Herbs of California written by Lanny Kaufer and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-12-30 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Medicinal Herbs of California is the first statewide field guide to more than 70 common medicinal plants of California. This vital addition to the California naturalist’s shelf will introduce readers to the principles of herbal remedies, history and roots in native cultures, scientific information, and how to find and incorporate medicinal plants into daily life. Inside you’ll find: Photos and descriptions to help with positive identification Common and scientific names and the plant families Conservation status Modern and traditional uses The science behind natural phytochemicals that have earned these plants a place in Native American medicine for thousands of years.
Download or read book South From Granada written by Gerald Brenan and published by CUP Archive. This book was released on 1963 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Mountains of Nerja written by Jim Ryan and published by . This book was released on 2014-09-19 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guidebook to 24 graded day walks in the mountains of the Sierras Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama in the region of Axarquia. All routes are accessible from the holiday towns of Nerja and Velez-Malaga on the Costa del Sol, and range from easy strolls to strenuous climbs, some reaching summits over 2000m.
Download or read book Trekking the GR7 in Andalucia written by Guy Hunter-Watts and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2021-09-15 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guidebook to the Andalucian section of the GR7 long-distance hiking trail in Spain, from Tarifa to Puebla de Don Fadrique. Includes a northern route via Cordoba Province and southern route via Granada Province. The whole 750km trail takes 34-42 days to complete but can be split into shorter sections.
