Description
Tuscany at a slower pace.
Tuscany encompasses both the well-known hill landscapes and areas with significantly more pronounced mountain terrain. The book demonstrates how villages, historical paths, and nature can be experienced on foot. With walks from several parts of the region, it provides a broad foundation for a tour or an extended stay where hiking is a key part of the experience.
Forty-three graded walks in various areas.
The selection includes Chianti, the areas around Florence, Val d’Orcia, Alpi Apuane, and Elba. The walks vary in length and difficulty, with many relatively manageable options. This allows for selection based on both itinerary and daily fitness, rather than being tied to a single base or a continuous long-distance trail throughout the holiday.
Route information and background for the experiences.
Descriptions and maps provide support for following the trails, while practical planning material assists with access and logistics. Historical connections and local sites are part of the selection of walks. The book is therefore well-suited for those wishing to combine hiking with time for villages, cultural heritage, and the landscape between the most visited cities.
Select walks according to season and terrain.
Open hills can become hot in summer, while mountain areas present different conditions than the lowlands. Use the grading, length, and descriptions to choose a suitable itinerary, and allow time for breaks. The guide is particularly useful for regular hikers seeking variety and wishing to experience Tuscany beyond the well-known viewpoints along the road.
A long tradition of hiking guides.
Cicerone has published guidebooks since 1969. The publisher emerged among climbers and mountaineers who wanted to share thorough knowledge of their routes – a tradition that still characterizes these compact books for walking, trekking, and other outdoor experiences.
About this edition.
Author: Gillian Price. English language. 240 pages. Fourth edition, published in 2018. ISBN 9781852847128.
