Skye Trail Cicerone Guidebook

Description

This Cicerone walking Guidebook covers the Skye Trail, a challenging week-long trek across the largest island in Scotland's Inner Hebrides, the Isle of Skye. From Rubha Hunish in the north, the Skye Trail heads along the Trotternish Ridge and past the Cuillin to Broadford in the south. Suitable for experienced backpackers and mountain walkers.

The guidebook splits the Skye Trail into 7 stages of between 7º (11.5km) and 17æ miles (28.5km), plus an alternative stage to include an ascent of Bla Bheinn. Alongside detailed route description, OS mapping at a scale of 1:50,000, and stunning photography, the guide provides a wealth of information about Skyeís rich history, culture, literature, geology, wildlife and plants. Also included is practical advice such as when to go, what to take and where to stay. Blending information with inspiration, the result is an ideal companion to trekking this magnificent route.