Lonely Planet Best Day Hikes France

Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes France and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions.
Lace up your hiking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Make your way up to the flanks of Puy de Dôme, a sleeping volcano with a breathtaking view; wander the wild rocky coastline of La Côte de Granit Rose; and spot pink flamingos in the marshes of the Camargue.
InsideLonely Planet's Best Day Hikes France:

• Discover 60escapes into nature on foot that range from a few hours to a full day adventure
• Each hike features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, difficulty rating (easy, moderate, hard), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break and hiking tips
• Regional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, where to stay and the best hikes to complete
• 'Also try' recommendations introduce additional hikes nearby 
• 'Our Picks' section highlights the best: view, family, bucket list, wildlife, and pretty village hike experiences
• Local travel experts share their favorite hikes 
• Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, hiking etiquette, health and safety, responsible travel and more
• Covers: Brittany & Normandy, Lille & The Somme, French Alps & Jura, Central France, Provence & the Côte D'Azur, Languedoc-Roussillon, The Pyrenees, Corsica

 
Set out on foot with Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes France and explore the breathtaking landscapes of this very special country.

Summary

Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes France is your passport to 60 easy escapes into nature. Stretch your legs away from the city by picking a hike that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. Hike the Alps and the Pyrenees and admire lavender fields in Provence. Get to the heart of France and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes France Travel Guide:
Color maps and images throughout
Special features - on France's highlights for hikers, kid-friendly hikes, accessible trails and what to take
Best for… section helps you plan your trip and select hikes that appeal to your interests
Region profiles cover when to go, where to stay, what's on, cultural insights, and local food and drink recommendations to refuel and refresh. Featured regions include:
Brittany, Normandy, Lille, the Somme, the French Alps, Jura, central France, Provence, the Cote D'Azur, Languedoc-Roussillon, the Pyrenees and Corsica
Essential infoat your fingertips - hiking itineraries accompanied by illustrative maps are combined with details about hike duration, distance, terrain, start/end locations and difficulty (classified as easy, easy-moderate, moderate, moderate-hard, or hard)
Over 60 maps
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes France, our most comprehensive guide to hiking in France, is perfect for those planning to explore France on foot.
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Product details

• Authors: Ashley Parsons, Lonely Planet
• Publisher: Lonely Planet English
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 11.06.2024, delayed
• EAN: 9781838696856
• ISBN: 978-1-83869-685-6
• No. of pages: 224
• Series: Lonely planet; Hiking Guide
• Subjects: Guides > Sport > Other sports disciplines; Travel > Sports and active travel