A new, thoroughly updated edition of the first and only English-language
guide to the epic 750 km hiking route through the mountains of Austria,
Slovenia and Italy, from the foot of the Grossglockner (at 3,798m, the
highest peak in Austria and the Eastern Alps) to Muggia near Trieste on
the Adriatic coast. Detailed maps and route descriptions for all 43
stages of the route are included, with a clear breakdown of time,
distance and ascent for each stage. Published in a small, handy-sized
format which is easy to pack and carry, it is written by an expert who
has authored over half a dozen hiking guides and who specialises in
Eastern and Central Europe. He has been a regular visitor to the
borderlands of Slovenia, Austria and Italy for over 15 years, as well as
living for two years in neighbouring Croatia. The Alpe-Adria route is
well marked, relatively easy to walk and is suitable for hikers of all
abilities as well as families - a point which is emphasised in the
guide. The route takes in spectacular, unspoilt mountain scenery, alpine
lakes, rolling coastal hills, beautiful villages and several national
parks and nature reserves. An introduction covering the history,
wildlife, flora and geography of the area is included, along with
accommodation details for each stage and information on local public
transport, culture, food and language.
