Northern Portugal

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  • Author: Paul Burton
  • Publisher: Sunflower Books
  • Catalogue: 152151
  • Size: 10x21cm
Northern Portugal is the Sunflower Landscapes guide to exploring the best walking and touring possibilities in the region. The guide covers a range of routes including walks in the Serra de Arga region, Sao Miguel, Brufe, Boucas Donas and the Vilar-Avelar circuit. A fold-out touring map at the back of the book shows an overview of northern Portugal and the locations of each walk. Detailed information about touring by hired car or public transport, as well as on foot, is provided, helping walkers to navigate and plan day-trips. Shorter strolls are also included as an alternative for each main route for those seeking more leisurely days out.

The guide is structured in two main parts – Touring and Walking – that explore each route with detailed references to public transport and car directions to make each walk more accessible. 3 Car-touring routes are included, covering the Vinho Verde Circuit, Historical Pursuits and the Peneda-Geres and Sierra de Xures Natural Parks. There is also a wine tour of Porto and the River Douro. Each describes a route by car with suggestions for stop-off places and things to see on the way, including any picnicking sites. 12 suggestions for the best picnic stops are included at the start of the book and these are cross-referenced with the fold-out map and walk descriptions.

The ‘Walking’ section includes 12 recommended walks, many of which are circular tours. A detailed introduction provides information on waymarking and maps, what to take, where to stay, weather, hazards and Portuguese for walkers. Each walk begins with information about distance, difficulty grading, waymarking, how to get there, suggested clothing and equipment, language hints and shorter and alternative routes to the main walk. Colour photographs and individually adapted map extracts accompany each route.