The Sierras of Extremadura
Author | : Gisela Radant Wood |
Publisher | : Cicerone Press Limited |
Total Pages | : 243 |
Release | : 2017-10-15 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781783625482 |
ISBN-13 | : 1783625481 |
Rating | : 4/5 (82 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: A guidebook to 32 walks in the unspoilt mountains of Extremadura in western Spain. Exploring diverse landscapes including La Garganta de los Infiernos Natural Park and the Sierra de Gata, Montes de Toledo and Sierra Morena, all of the routes involve some ascent but none require mountaineering skills. Walks range from 6 to 19km (4–12 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–6 hours. Some can be linked to create longer routes of up to 28km (17 miles). Clear route description with 1:50,000 mapping GPX files available to download Information on refreshments, access, parking and water sources provided for each route Advice on walking bases Geology, history, plants and wildlife and local points of interest