Home Base Hiking Europe

Name: Home Base Hiking Europe
ISBN: 9781680516159

An Explore-on-foot Guide to Unforgettable Destinations

Cassandra Overby

The Mountaineers Books · Print & ebook · September 1, 2024

One-of-a-kind guidebook showcases ten stunning European destinations to base yourself in for a perfect day-hiking and sight-seeing vacation Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award Winner in Travel - Spotlights “home-base” travel itineraries in Austria, Croatia, France, Germany, Italy, Slovenia, Spain, and Switzerland - Each destination features four detailed day-hikes, including maps and directions, as well as food, sights, and other activities - Get away from tourists and instead immerse yourself in unique culture and trails Author of the critically acclaimed Explore Europe on Foot, Cassandra Overby now shares her hand-picked destinations and itineraries for a “home-base” adventure--stay in just one or two places while enjoying day trips on the region’s trails and other activities.

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Who it’s for: Plan European day trips from a home base, with trail directions and regional recommendations.
Themes: travel, hiking, European culture
Pacing: Steady

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Home Base Hiking Europe focuses on ten unique destinations, each tailor-made for its scenic locales, comfortable lodgings, lively restaurants, interesting cultural and historic sights, and access to fabulous day hiking. Overby provides comprehensive information to help plan the perfect trip, including best time to visit; what to pack; how to get there; tips for traveling with children; as well as recommendations for lodging, restaurants, supplies, attractions, and more. Readers will find turn-by-turn directions and maps on four different trails in each region, plus details on organizing transportation to trailheads, tips for hiring local guides, and how to get the most out of each excursion.

European Home Bases

Plan European day trips from a home base, with trail directions and regional recommendations.

Come here for

Four mapped day-hikes for each destination
Planning details on lodging, food, transport, and local sights

Expect

Ten destinations across eight European countries
Trail maps, transport advice, and tips for traveling with children

Where it sits

Hiking & Walking	88%
Europe Travel	54%
Hiking	25%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

Adventure Travel
Europe Travel
Hiking & Walking

Authors: Cassandra Overby
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
Published: September 1, 2024
Format: Print & ebook
Theme: travel · hiking · European culture
Reading lane: Adventure Travel