Walking in Catalunya Girona Pyrenees

The delights of Spain's Catalunya - Girona Pyrenees region are revealed in this new walking guide, which covers 35 graded walks of 5 to 19km across Garrotxa, Ripoll?s and the Cad?-Moixer? Natural Park. Walks are included for all abilities, from easy strolls to more demanding walks, and some of the walks are accessible by public transport.

The guide provides detailed route descriptions, either 1:25k or 1:50k mapping for each route and a route summary table to help with choosing appropriate walks. All the walks are illustrated with stunning photos. A list of local campsites and other useful contacts is included at the back, plus notes on refreshment opportunities along the routes. There's also background information on local geology, wildlife and history, and planning details on when to go, where to stay and what to take.

Leave behind Girona's medieval walls, narrow cobbled streets and colourful riverside and you will find a network of trails through the countryside surrounding Girona. The diverse landscapes range from lush mountains to idyllic wine country, medieval stone bridges to fresh mountain rivers, plus volcanic zones and rugged mountain peaks with far-reaching views. Walking is the best way to explore the region.

- The routes range from5 to 19km and take between 2 and 8 hours

-1:25,000 or 1:50,000 mapping and step-by-step descriptions for each walk

- Easy access from Olot, Baga, Guardiola de Berguada, Saldes, Gosol, Ripoll, Ribes de Freser, Setcases, Camprodon

- Handy route summary table plus information on accommodation, public transport and parking

- Highlights include the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone, Muga Gorge, Pedraforca, Cami Vell and Cami Ral

- GPX files are available for download