Available: 29 Mar 2021 Edition: First Pages 192 Size 17.2 x 11.6 x 1.2cm Five
mountain and coastal treks including the Mare a Mare and Mare e Monti With
spectacular mountain landscapes, beautiful rugged coast, forests, maquis and
striking river gorges, Corsica is a walker's paradise. This guidebook details
five of the islands's most popular shorter treks: the 2-day coastal Sentier du
Douanier (Customs Officer's Path) around Cap Corse; two coast-to-coast routes
through the central mountains, the 11-day Mare a Mare Nord and the 5-day Mare a
Mare Sud; and two 'coast and mountains' routes, the 10-day Mare e Monti and the
5-day Mare e Monti Sud. (Corsica's famous 190km GR20 trail is described in a
separate Cicerone guide.) The routes can be linked to create longer excursions
and accommodation is provided by a mixture of walkers' hostels, B&Bs and
hotels; camping is also an option. The guide presents each of the waymarked
trails in daily stages averaging around 12-13km per day, with route description,
mapping and notes on accommodation options. There is advice on how to get to
Corsica, when to go and what to take, plus accommodation listings, useful
contacts and a French/Corsican-English glossary. The guide also offers a wealth
of information about the island's rich plant and wildlife. Considerably easier
than the challenging GR20, these trails offer a more accessible option for
trekkers wishing to experience the 'real' Corsica, away from the bustling
coastal resorts. You'll find enchanting scenery - towering forests, gushing
cascades, turquoise coves, aromatic maquis, rugged mountains and quiet villages
nestling on hillsides of chestnut woods - not to mention a favourable climate
and delicious local cuisine. Don't be surprised if you fall under the island's
spell!