Description
A regional overview of the High Pyrenees.
The book covers the high sections of the Pyrenees from the Cirque de Lescun to the Carlit massif and Cerdagne, including valleys and mountain groups on both sides of the main ridge and in Andorra. It provides a comprehensive introduction to a large area, useful for comparing regions and finding a suitable destination rather than choosing based solely on a single well-known peak or famous long-distance trail.
Opportunities for various types of mountain holidays.
Hiking, extended trekking, and climbing are presented as different approaches to exploring the areas. You gain an understanding of valley bases, landscapes, and relevant objectives for further investigation. The book is therefore suitable for readers with diverse interests, and for those who wish to select a base offering both gentler hiking options and more extensive challenges within the same part of the mountain range for an upcoming trip.
A resource for planning across multiple hiking seasons.
This is a comprehensive overview focusing on the character and opportunities of the areas, rather than a simple collection of ready-made day trips. This makes the book useful early in the planning process and as a reference work when developing new plans. Supplement with detailed maps and specific route information when an idea is to be transformed into a concrete itinerary with specific stages, huts, and activities during the planned mountain holiday.
Choose a region based on season and experience.
Altitude, snow, and terrain present different demands across areas and throughout the year. The guide is suitable for independent mountain enthusiasts who seek a broad foundation and can use the overview to find further information. Current weather conditions, open huts, and local regulations should be investigated before travel, ensuring that the chosen region and trip type align with skills, capacity, and what is actually feasible at the time of the stay.
A long tradition of guidebooks.
Cicerone has published guidebooks since 1969. The publisher originated among climbers and mountaineers who wished to share their thorough knowledge of routes – a tradition that continues to characterize the publisher’s books on walking, trekking, and other outdoor experiences.
About this edition.
Author: Kev Reynolds. English language. 464 pages. First edition, published in 2004. ISBN 9781852844202.
