Sicily

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  • Author: Peter Amann
  • Publisher: Sunflower Books
  • Catalogue: 173768
  • Size: 10x21cm
Sicily is the Sunflower Landscapes guide to exploring the best walking and touring possibilities on the island. The guide covers a range of routes including walks around Mount Etna, Mount Soro, Cefalù, Mount Pellegrino and the Gran Cratere on Vulcano. A double-sided, fold-out touring map at the back of the book shows the whole island, with 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. 8 Car-touring routes are included, covering the most attractive and enjoyable parts of the island. Each describes a route by car with suggestions for stop-off places and things to see on the way, including any picnicking sites. 27 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. Route descriptions also contain practical information like service stations, information points and some accommodation.

The ‘Walking’ section includes 41 recommended walks, many of which are circular tours. A detailed introduction provides information on getting about, pronunciation guide, flora and fauna, hints to walkers and waymarking and maps. 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.

Touring Routes:

Around Mt Etna

Taormina, the Peloritani Mountains & the Aeolian Islands

The Nebrodi Mountains

Cefalù & the Madonie Mountains

Palermo & the West

Between Palermo & Agrigento

Inland Sicily

The Ibeli Mountains & the Southeast