Trekking and Climbing in the Western Alps

This guidebook, covering 22 treks, ten climbing peaks and 8 snow-shoe walks, is a useful tool for the experienced climber and first-time trekker visiting "Europe's playground". Information on travel, techniques and equipment is given to help visitors have a safe and healthy tour.

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Covering 22 treks, ten climbing peaks and 8 snow-shoe walks, this guide is a tool for both the experienced climber and the first-time trekker visiting "Europe's playground". Region by region, the book offers clear, authoritative descriptions of treks - some classics, some the author's personal favourites - and of aspirational climbing peaks and snow walks. The guide also contains practical information on travel, techniques and equipment to help visitors have as safe and healthy a tour as possible. Cartography and strip maps pinpoint every route and give a reliable idea of distance and timings.