Description
Hiking excursions in Cap de Creus
Book summary
Discover Cap de Creus, the last sigh of the Pyrenees before they submerge into the Mediterranean, with this practical and visual guide. The author, Francesc Xavier Gregori i Pons, has designed 15 circular routes that will allow you to thoroughly explore this natural space of high ecological and cultural value. An essential work for hiking enthusiasts looking to travel through a unique landscape, combining rugged topography with a coastline of dreamy coves and spectacular rock formations.
What is it about?
This hiking guide presents 15 circular itineraries through the Cap de Creus Natural Park, designed for all audiences. Each route will take you along paths that cross modest but rugged terrain, where nature is the protagonist. The route reaches the coastline itself, offering a shoreline of great scenic value with hidden coves, headlands, and honeycomb rock formations that form an extraordinary mineral landscape. The book highlights the representative ecosystems, fauna, flora, and unique geology of this place, inviting admiration and respect for the environment.
Main topics
- Hiking and walking excursions in Cap de Creus
- Circular routes for all levels
- Coastal landscape of the Costa Brava and the Mediterranean
- Natural and cultural heritage of the Alt Empordà
- Geology, flora, and fauna of the Cap de Creus Natural Park
Who is it recommended for?
This guide is recommended for hikers of all ages and levels, from families with children to experienced hikers who want to discover corners of great natural beauty. It is also ideal for nature lovers, landscape photographers, and travelers looking for authentic outdoor experiences, especially those interested in the geology and biodiversity of the Mediterranean coast.
What this book provides
- 15 detailed circular routes to traverse Cap de Creus without retracing your steps
- A practical, color pocket guide, easy to carry during excursions
- Key information on the landscape, geology, and the unique fauna and flora of the area
- Itineraries designed for all audiences, with an environmentally respectful approach
- A cultural and natural journey that highlights the ancestral history of the territory
Technical data
- Author: Gregori i Pons, Francesc Xavier
- Publisher: Cossetània
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Excursionism and hiking
- Collection: Miniazimuts
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: October 2024
- Number of pages: 72
- Weight: 151 g
Editorial review
A compact and visual guide that fulfills its purpose: to offer well-defined circular routes to explore one of the most iconic natural spaces in Catalonia. Its pocket size and informative approach make it a practical tool for both casual hikers and those looking to get to know Cap de Creus in depth. The added value lies in the combination of practical information with data on natural and cultural heritage, making each outing an enriching experience.