Azores: The Finest Valley and Mountain Walks (Rother Walking

Azores: The Finest Valley and Mountain Walks (Rother Walking Guides - Europe) (English and German Edition)

The Azores, previously known primarily in connection with weather maps, has drawn more and more visitors in recent years. Nine different islands of volcanic origin belong to this archipelago, which, politically, belongs to Portugal. Corvo, the smallest of the Azores, measures only 17 square kilometres, compared to SÃ£o Miguel at 757. The island of Pico contains the highest mountain of Portugal, which bears the same name as the island and stands at 2351 m. Sheer coasts and white beaches, picturesque fishing villages, wonderful lakes, lots of wind and a rich array of flowers attract island enthusiasts with a yearning for exploration. The author, Dr. Hannelore Schmitz, has selected a variety of 40 tours for this Rother Walking Guide, spanning from the largest to the smallest of the Azores. The diverse range stretches from coastal walks with the option of bathing, to walks around Caldiera and island crossings, to an ascent of Pico. On the island of SÃ£o Jorge, the FajÃ£s, with their fertile plains at sea level, surrounded by cliffs, are especially inviting for walking. Blessed by the climate, even tropical fruit thrives in some of these flourishing gardens. The tour recommendations of this handy walking guide, described in detail, are generously illustrated with colour photos. For easy orientation, each walk is accompanied by a map excerpt on a scale of 1:50,000. Comprehensive introductory chapters familiarise the reader with this exciting archipelago, and several tips on special features and sights complete this excellent guide, which is a must in your suitcase.
Country USA
Brand Bergverlag Rother
Manufacturer Bergverlag Rudolf Rother
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 79538
UnitCount 1
EANs 9783763348183
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Bergverlag Rother
Manufacturer	Bergverlag Rudolf Rother
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	79538
UnitCount	1
EANs	9783763348183
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Azores: The Finest Valley and Mountain Walks (Rother Walking Guides - Europe) (English and German Edition)

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