Guidebooks

(Cicerone, 2023)
Brand new enlarged edition includes 50 superb walking routes through these UNESCO World Heritage mountains. All accessible by public transport.

(2022, Cicerone) is the classic guide to this popular long-distance trek through the spectacular Italian Dolomites. Along with a 1:25,000 map booklet, it is crammed with all the information walkers need to enjoy the route.

with Alte Vie 3-6 in summary form (2022, Cicerone). The trek of a lifetime – in Italy’s fabulous Dolomite mountains. Detailed route description with contact info, handy tips and what to expect – including food, wildlife and gorgeous alpine flowers. A 1:25,000 map booklet is included.

(2021, Cicerone) describes 25 glorious day walks along the coast and through the mountains to help you discover this magical Mediterranean island.

(2021, Cicerone) describes five superb multi-day treks over this beautiful Mediterranean island. Routes from 2 to 11 days are described and flanked with masses of info for transport, traditions, accommodation, what to eat and drink and what flowers and animals to look out for. Everything you could possibly need for a perfect walking holiday.

(Cicerone, 2019) This guidebook describes 40 walks Umbria, among the ancient towns of Assisi, Perugia, Orvieto and Norcia. Known as the ‘green heart’ of Italy, the region of Umbria is home to hills reaching up to the Apennines and Sibillini mountains, as well as ancient villages, Roman and Etruscan ruins, dense woodland and nature reserves.

(Cicerone, 4th edition, 2018).
An inspiring collection of selected walks through the legendary countryside of Tuscany. World Heritage scenery in Val D’Orcia and San Gimignano, Medici villas and Renaissance towns, medieval hamlets, Etruscan sites, and unspoilt coastline and nature parks. Masses of detailed practical info.

(Cicerone, 2019).
A superb selection of 30 walks that fit into a single day exploring the glorious lakes of Como and Maggiore in northern Italy. Flowered lakeside promenades, ancient villages, panoramic peaks reached on paved mule tracks and leisurely ferry trips as well as exciting cable cars.

(Cicerone 2019)
A fantastic choice of 20 walks around these picturesque lakes in the north of Italy – well-known glorious Lake Garda and tiny delightful Lago d’Iseo.

A unique pocket field guidebook for identifying 230 of the most commonly found alpine flowers of the Alps. Categorised by colour for quick identification, each beautiful alpine flower has a photograph and description of its key features. Flower names are given in English, French, German, Italian and Latin, with notes on curious facts.

(Cicerone 2013)
An invitation to explore breathtaking alpine landscapes on the Italian border with Switzerland in 38 memorable walks.

(Cicerone Press 2nd ed 2008).
Guidebook to walking in Italy’s Gran Paradiso national park, includes the Alta Via 2 Trek and a range of 28 walks from gentle strolls to full scale traverses of the region. The Gran Paradiso is a protected national park, just to the south of the Mont Blanc massif accessible from France and northern Italy.

(Cicerone, 2018).
First English-language guide to the remarkably beautiful Maritime Alps. Paths crisscross the Italian-French border in the footsteps of pilgrims and traders, touching on an excellent network of mountain huts and charming villages.  Easy walks and multi-day treks.

(Cicerone, new edition 2018)
World famous breathtaking scenery accompanies walkers on 30 routes along this divine coastal region taking in Positano, Amalfi and Sorrento, and of course the gorgeous islands of Capri and Ischia.

(Cicerone Press 2018 with updates)
Classic guide to 25 fabulous mini treks  in Italy’s spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Dolomite mountains. Everything from a stroll through woods and meadows to family routes, steep rocky zigzag passages and hands-on clambers is covered. Exciting alpine scenery, well-graded paths, excellent mountain refuges, easy access from transport hubs.