Description
Hiking excursions through Guilleries and Savassona
Book summary
A practical guide proposing fifteen walking excursions through the natural areas of Guilleries and Savassona, two locations that have been little frequented for hiking until now. The reader will discover landscapes of great scenic and historical value, such as the Espluga Vella or the castle of Savellana, as well as routes that combine forest paths, small ridges, and paths of great beauty. Each itinerary includes detailed information on duration, elevation gain, and topography, accompanied by full-color maps and photographs. An initial introduction facilitates a first approach to the natural environment to be explored.
What is it about?
This work gathers fifteen itineraries designed to explore the Guilleries and Savassona regions on foot, inland territories with a rich biodiversity and a cultural heritage linked to ancient constructions and legends. The routes range from accessible walks to sections that require a short scramble along a sharp ridge, offering different levels of difficulty. Each excursion is described with practical data such as estimated time, accumulated elevation gain, and terrain characteristics, complemented by orientation maps and photographs showing the most emblematic points. In addition, the book includes an introduction that contextualizes the natural environment, geology, and history of the area, helping the hiker to better understand the landscape they are going to step on.
Main topics
- Walking excursions through the natural spaces of Guilleries and Savassona.
- Detailed itineraries with information on duration, elevation gain, and topography.
- Historical and cultural heritage: Espluga Vella, Savellana castle, and other unique elements.
- Hiking and Nordic walking in forest and mountain environments.
- Orientation and route planning with maps and color photographs.
Who is it recommended for?
This guide is aimed at hikers and trekking enthusiasts who wish to discover little-traveled corners of the Guilleries and Savassona. It is ideal both for those looking for quiet routes through forests and trails and for those who want to get started in Nordic walking or carry out small ascents with a certain technical component. It is also useful for people interested in the historical and natural heritage of these regions, as well as for travelers who want to plan weekend getaways with practical and visual information.
What this book provides
- Fifteen detailed routes with objective data on duration, elevation gain, and difficulty to facilitate the choice according to level and available time.
- Full-color maps and photographs that allow you to visualize the route and points of interest before leaving.
- An introduction to the natural environment that helps to understand the landscape, geology, and history of the area.
- Practical information for practicing Nordic walking, a booming sport that finds an ideal setting in these spaces.
- Discovery of lesser-known places of historical and cultural interest, such as the Espluga Vella or the Savellana castle.
Technical sheet
- Author: Roma i Casanovas, Francesc
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Excursionism and hiking
- Collection: Miniazimuts
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: September 2020
- Number of pages: 72
- Weight: 156 g
Editorial review
A compact and practical guide that offers fifteen well-documented excursions through two inland natural spaces with great scenic and historical appeal. The inclusion of maps, photographs, and precise technical data makes it a useful tool both for novice hikers and for those with experience who are looking for new routes. Its pocket format and focus on Nordic walking provide a differential value within the offer of hiking guides in Catalan.