Trekking in Greece: The Peloponnese and Pindos Way [Paperback]

A guidebook to treks through the mountains of Greece. Four challenging treks, two long and two short, suitable for experienced hikers cover the length of Greece and showcase its beauty.

• The 220km Peloponnese Way crosses the Peloponnese peninsula from Dhiakoft? in the north to Pantaz? beach in the south, via Tr?poli and can be completed in 2 weeks
• The Pindos Way is a 460km south-north traverse of Greece's mountain backbone, and can be walked in a month, or split into sections of around a week
• The shorter 80km Zag?ri trek can be enjoyed in its own right in 1 week or incorporated into the Pindos Way
• Ascent of Mt Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece, taking 4 days and covering 44km
• Routes from key areas including Karpen?si, M?tsovo, ?mfissa, Tr?poli, Dh?akhofto, Sparta, ?yios Nik?laos
• Suitable to be walked in the summer, June through to September
• 1:50,000 maps are included for each stage
• Detailed information about accommodation, planning and history

This guidebook presents two longer and two shorter, specially devised treks through the mountains of Greece, showcasing its beautiful scenery, rich flora and cultural interest. The routes are demanding, but not technically difficult, and are within the capabilities of a reasonably fit and committed walker.

The Peloponnese Way crosses the Peloponnese from Dhiakoft? in the north to Pantaz? beach in the south, via Tr?poli. Taking in alpine meadows, a dramatic gorge and forest-clad slopes, the 220km route can be walked in around a fortnight. The 460km Pindos Way is a south-north traverse of the Pindos range, Greece's mountain backbone, and can be walked in a month. With remote terrain, navigational challenge and fewer facilities on route, it is the toughest of the four treks but offers a unique chance to experience both the country's wilderness and traditional mountain life. Both these longer routes are split into sections of around al“)