Full Description
A comprehensive walking guide to Mallorca. The 80 varied walking routes cover 4 areas around the island - Pollenca and the north, The Central Mountains, Andratx and the south, and the Serra de Llevant. It provides a selection of walks of all degrees of difficulty, and should enable even those limited to a short holiday to make the best use of their time. Circular walks have been described whenever possible, but sometimes it is necessary to return the same way to the starting point. Rugged mountain walks contrast with remote valleys, while waymarked trails give way to long-forgotten mule tracks and hidden mountain passes. Some walks run close to breathtaking cliff coastlines, while others pass through sleepy villages where welcome refreshment can be obtained. Reprinted in 2014 with updates.
Contents
Mallorca - Location Map Map Key List of Sketch Maps Routes List Table of Mountains and Tops over 1000m Preface to the Fourth Edition Introduction General Background, Scope of this Guide, Accommodation and Travel, Choice of Base, Climate and WeatherGeology and Scenery Brief Geological History, Surface Features TodayNatural History Flora, Birds, Other Wildlife, the Parc Natural de s'Albufera, the Black Vulture Recuperation Programme, Pine Processionary CaterpillarsMan and the Landscape History, Cultivation, Rural IndustriesWalking in Mallorca Equipment and Clothing, Maps, Grading and Route Information, Access, Walkers' Country Code, IBANAT, FODESMA, Mountain Rescue, Guided Walking, Road ReclassificationRoute DescriptionsArea 1 Pollenca and the North Area 2 The Central Mountains Area 3 Andratx and the South Area 4 Serra de Llevant and Randa AppendicesAppendix 1 High Level Walk from Andratx to Pollenca Appendix 2 Alphabetical Reference Section Appendix 3 Language Notes and Topographical Glossary Appendix 4 Further Reading
