Description
About the book. Epic Bike Rides of Europe lets cyclists tell of rides through cities, mountains, and more remote landscapes. Lonely Planet gathers ideas from road, terrain, gravel, and trails in an illustrated inspiration book. You can dream of Mediterranean islands, challenging mountain passes, or a gentler day on the bike, while gaining insight into why the various routes have made an impression on the contributors.
Contents. The selection ranges from northern Scotland and the Pyrenees to cities such as Berlin and Copenhagen. Here you’ll find suggestions for bikepacking, routes linked to cycling races, mountain biking, and family-friendly rides. Photographs and illustrated maps accompany the descriptions, along with practical information to help you explore a route further. Contributors include author Rob Penn and cycling journalist Ned Boulting.
Who is this book suitable for? The book suits those looking for new European cycling destinations who enjoy reading personal accounts from the road. The breadth allows you to compare ride types before choosing what fits your own interests and abilities. Use it to find an idea for your next holiday, or as a collection of stories to return to between trips. It also makes a fitting gift for a cycling enthusiast on the move, whether the aim is a short outing or a longer journey where the bike sets the course.
From inspiration to your own plan. Use the guide before departure to choose a few experiences you really want, and see them in context with the rest of the trip. A plan with fewer stops can give you more time to get to know each place. Browse through it with your travel companions, compare ideas, and find a balance between what you want to fit in and what you’ll have time to truly experience. Also leave room on some days for breaks and detours. A physical book is nice to return to when discussing the next leg of the journey. Rediscover an idea you noted earlier, and let the plan develop as you get to know the destination.
About this edition. English book, published 2020. 320 pages. ISBN 9781788689427.
