Walking in Ireland (Lonely Planet Walking Guides) - Softcover

Bardwell, Sandra; Fairbairn, Helen; McCormack, Gareth

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1864503238 ISBN 13: 9781864503234

Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications, 2003

Synopsis

This guide provides extensive coverage of all the best long-distance and day hikes; where to get the best Guinness and Irish stew; reliable two-colour maps and illustrated flora and fauna sections.

About this title

Product Description:

85 detailed walk descriptions from both the Republic and Northern Ireland in all terrains with other practical information included.

Review:

Walking is probably the fastest mode of transport in some parts of Ireland and certainly the best way to experience the wide variety of scenery. Whether you are interested in a long distance multi-day hike or just a day trip from the car, this well-researched guide will help you enjoy some of the best. It includes route descriptions over all regions of the Republic and Northern Ireland, and covers most types of terrain, from mountains, peat bogs and Europe's highest sea cliffs to deserted beaches (for bathing sore feet) and remote islands inhabited mainly by seabirds.

Each walk is charted on a 1:100,000 map with 50m contour interval, which may be adequate for some walkers without additional maps. While stopping for breath you can read about the geological processes that have created your spectacular view, as well as about local archaeology, social history, flora and fauna. At the end of the day, advice on (limited) public transport and cheap accommodation will help walkers get to the pub faster. For those in need of companionship, there is even information on participating in frequent walking festivals. On the downside, some stretches are on roads, many walks are not circular and the book does not suggest sheltered sightseeing alternatives to cover the likely event of bad weather. Yet, overall, Walking in Ireland is highly recommended. --Rob Hadden

About this edition

• Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1864503238
• ISBN 13: 9781864503234
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 368