Lonely Planet Walking in France

by Bardwell, Sandra; Roddis, Miles; McCormack, Gareth; Carillet, Jean-Bernard; Billiet, Laurence; Wheeler, Tony

• ISBN13: 9780864426017
• ISBN10: 0864426011
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-08-01
• Publisher: Lonely Planet

Summary

-- the most renowned and scenic walks in 13 regions, including the GR20 Corsican trail
-- a range of picturesque day walks within easy distance of Paris
-- information on architecture, restaurants and vineyards along the trails
-- easy-to-follow walk descriptions with accurate contour maps
-- practical advice on local customs, language, equipment and travel
-- illustrated section on flora and fauna

Table of Contents

Walks Table	4	(5)
The Authors	9	(3)
This Book	12	(1)
Foreword	13	(2)
Introduction	15	(2)
Facts About France	17	(30)
History	17	(5)
Geography	22	(2)
Geology	24	(1)
Climate	24	(2)
Ecology & Environment	26	(18)
Flora & Fauna of France	27	(17)
National Parks & Reserves	44	(2)
Population & People	46	(1)
Society & Conduct	46	(1)
Language	46	(1)
Facts For The Walker	47	(34)
Suggested Itineraries	47	(1)
Planning	48	(8)
Walks in this Book	56	(2)
Guided Walks	58	(1)
Responsible Walking	58	(3)
Women Walkers	61	(1)
Walking with Children	61	(1)
Useful Organisations	62	(1)
Tourist Offices	62	(1)
Visas & Documents	63	(1)
Embassies & Consulates	64	(2)
Customs	66	(1)
Money	66	(2)
Post & Communications	68	(1)
Internet Resources	69	(1)
Books	70	(2)
Newspapers & Magazines	72	(1)
Radio & TV	72	(1)
Weather Information	72	(1)
Photography	73	(1)
Time	73	(1)
Electricity	74	(1)
Weights & Measures	74	(1)
Laundry	74	(1)
Business Hours	74	(1)
Public Holidays & Special Events	75	(1)
Accommodation	75	(3)
Food	78	(1)
Drinks	79	(2)
Health & Safety	81	(9)
Predeparture Planning	81	(1)
Medical Cover	81	(1)
Health Insurance	81	(1)
Immunisations	81	(1)
First Aid	81	(1)
Staying Healthy	81	(1)
Hygiene	81	(1)
Nutrition	81	(1)
Food	82	(1)
Water	82	(1)
Tiredness	82	(1)
Blisters	83	(1)
Knee Pain	83	(1)
Medical Problems & Treatment	83	(1)
Environmental Hazards	83	(2)
Infectious Diseases	85	(1)
Insect-Borne Diseases	86	(1)
Traumatic Injuries	86	(1)
Cuts & Scratches	87	(1)
Burns	87	(1)
Bites & Stings	87	(1)
Hay Fever	87	(1)
Women's Health	87	(1)
Safety on the Walk	88	(1)
Crossing Rivers	88	(1)
Lightning	88	(1)
Dogs	88	(1)
Rescue & Evacuation	89	(1)
Getting There & Away	90	(5)
Air	90	(1)
Land	91	(2)
Sea	93	(1)
Organised Walks	94	(1)
Getting Around	95
Air	95
Bus	95
Train	95
Car & Motorcycle	98
Bicycle	99
Hitching	99
Local Transport	99