Trekking the Robert Louis Stevenson Trail The GR70 through the Cevennes/Massif Central

by Mig, Jacint; Werstroh, Nike

• ISBN13: 9781852849184
• ISBN10: 1852849185
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2021-06-30
• Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited

Summary

A guidebook to walking the 272km (169 mile) GR70 trail between Le Puy-en-Velay and Alès. This long-distance trek through France’s Central Massif follows in the footsteps of writer Robert Louis Stevenson and his donkey Modestine, which he described in his book ‘Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes’. The route is suitable for both first-time and experienced trekkers and can be walked in under 2 weeks.

• Presented in 12 stages of 16-30km (10-17 miles) that can each be enjoyed in 4-8 hours
• Route passes Le Monastier-sur-Gazeille, Pradelles, Langogne, Le Bleymard, Le Pont-de-Montvert, Florac, St-Jean-du-Gard 
• Route is described north-south
• Suitable to be walked Easter through to October
• 1:50,000 maps are included for each stage
• GPX files available to download
• Detailed information about accommodation, campsites and facilities along the route

Author Biography

Nike Werstroh and Jacint Mig met many years ago on a long coach journey as they both travelled into the unknown to build a new life in a different country. It wasn’t long before they became inseparable. Travelling quickly emerged as their favourite activity and now wherever they go they try to find the best trails. They would love to share their passion for walking with others. Nike went to journalism school and Jacint is a keen photographer. They moved from London to Surrey where they can enjoy the countryside and hills.