Description
The landscape and the journey
Paddy Dillon covers volcanic landscapes, green hills, woods, waterfalls and Atlantic coasts across all nine Azorean islands. Compare destinations before travelling, explore one island thoroughly or combine walking with an island-hopping holiday.
Routes and itinerary options
The 70 walks cover 4–25 kilometres and generally two to eight hours on São Miguel, Santa Maria, Terceira, Graciosa, São Jorge, Pico, Faial, Flores and Corvo. Routes include village paths, coastal outings and harder mountain walks, including Pico, Portugal’s highest summit.
Maps and practical planning
1:50,000 maps and Cicerone GPX files accompany distances, times, terrain and sights. Transport, facilities and base information helps fit walking into the wider journey. Use the route information to compare stages, plan your stops and check practical arrangements before departure.
Choosing the right trip
Most routes are easy or moderate, but some are steep, long or demanding. Assess weather, mist and altitude; year-round possibilities vary, and midsummer can feel humid. Choose an itinerary that fits your experience and available time, allowing flexibility for weather and local conditions.
About this edition
English-language paperback by Paddy Dillon. First edition, published in November 2019. 296 pages. ISBN 9781852849085.
