John Hayes

Experience the wild Atlantic coastline of Galicia on the Camino dos Faros, a spectacular 200km long-distance walking route linking Malpica with Finisterre along Spain’s dramatic Costa da Morte. This waymarked trail weaves between historic lighthouses, rugged cliffs, sweeping beaches and traditional fishing villages. This comprehensive guidebook is your essential companion to walking the Camino dos Faros, offering detailed stage-by-stage route descriptions, mapping and practical information to help you plan and complete this unforgettable coastal journey with confidence. The 200km route is divided into 8 manageable daily stages between Malpica and Finisterre, with optional shortcuts to adapt the itinerary to your schedule and experienceDetailed route descriptions are complemented by mapping and elevation profiles, providing clarity across cliff-top paths, sandy beaches, woodland tracks and quiet rural lanes of ‘The Way of Lighthouses’Practical information on accommodation, services and transport links in key coastal communities along the Costa da Morte is includedEssential planning advice covers when to go, terrain considerations and preparation for Atlantic weather conditionsDownloadable GPX files are available as a digital navigation option for the full Camino dos Faros From sweeping ocean panoramas and secluded coves to traditional Galician fishing villages and historic lighthouses guarding the shore, the Camino dos Faros offers a powerful blend of nature, culture and solitude. With expert guidance from Cicerone, you can plan your adventure with confidence and experience one of Spain's lesser-known long-distance trails.

Explore a classic Alpine adventure across three countries on a long-distance trek that links the Bavarian heartland with Italy’s iconic lagoon city. From Munich’s Marienplatz to the Piazza San Marco in Venice, the Dream Way (Der Traumpfad) traverses some of the most stunning high-mountain scenery in the eastern Alps, with varied landscapes ranging from the Karwendel and Zillertal Alps to the dramatic Dolomites. Trekking Munich to Venice: The Traumpfad, ‘Dream Way’ is your essential guidebook for planning and undertaking this remarkable 570 km (354 mile) Alpine journey. Written by experienced trekker John Hayes, this guide combines detailed stage descriptions with practical advice on accommodation, logistics, terrain, and seasonal considerations so you can walk with confidence and enjoyment. The guidebook includes comprehensive stage-by-stage route descriptions covering Munich to Venice in 30 sections, with practical distances and expected walking times for itinerary planningFive alternate stages and an optional via ferrata day in the Dolomites are described, offering flexibility and scenic variety for those with a head for heightsGPX files and mapping (1:100,000 plus larger urban maps) are included to support confident navigation and route planningDetailed accommodation, refreshment, transport and resupply information for each stage and in key centres like Hall, Pfunders, Alleghe, and Belluno, making daily logistics easier to managePlanning and preparation advice from an expert, including best seasons to go, walking times, difficulty, terrain types, and how to get the most from mountain huts and local facilities Walking the Dream Way is an immersive, unforgettable month-long experience that blends challenging Alpine terrain with cultural richness and varied landscapes; the perfect trail for walkers with reasonable fitness. This guidebook provides the insight, detail, and inspiration to help you take on one of the Alps’ most iconic routes with confidence.