Discover an island adventure on the Hebridean Way, Scotland's only
island-hopping long-distance trail. This waymarked route runs the
length of the Outer Hebrides, covering 247km (155 miles) from Vatersay
in the south to Stornoway in the north. Linking ten islands by a
series of causeways and ferry crossings, the trail travels through
some of the most distinctive landscapes in the UK, from white-sand
beaches and flower-rich machair to remote moorland, rocky headlands
and Atlantic-facing coastlines. This guidebook provides everything
needed to plan a two-week walk along the Hebridean Way with
confidence, whether you are undertaking the full route as a multi-day
journey or exploring selected sections. Clear route descriptions are
combined with practical planning advice and contextual information,
helping you navigate the logistical challenges of island travel while
making the most of time spent on the trail. The route is presented in
10 stages of 16–35km (10–22 miles) between Vatersay and Stornoway,
with an optional 48km (30-mile) extension to the northern-most point
on the island, the Butt of Lewis, for a true end-to-end crossing of
the archipelago Each stage includes detailed route descriptions,
supported by 1:50,000 Ordnance Survey mapping, allowing you to follow
the waymarked paths, minor roads and coastal tracks of the Hebridean
Way with ease Practical guidance covers when to go, transport
logistics, ferry connections, whilst a trek planner details all
accommodation and facilities at key towns and villages, helping you
plan a multi-island walking holiday Background notes on history,
archaeology, geology, wildlife and Gaelic place names bring the
landscapes of the Outer Hebrides to life, adding depth and context to
the walking experience Downloadable GPX files are included for use on
smartphones or GPS devices, offering a digital navigation option for
navigating across Barra, Harris and Lewis and beyond With generally
moderate terrain and no technical mountain walking, the Hebridean Way
is accessible to most walkers with a reasonable level of fitness.
Passing through Barra, Eriskay, South Uist, Benbecula, North Uist,
Harris and Lewis, this trail offers a rare combination of island
hopping, coastal walking and cultural immersion. The Hebridean Way
showcases the Outer Hebrides at their most atmospheric, from expansive
beaches and big skies to quiet settlements and ancient sites, making
it one of the most distinctive long-distance walks in Scotland.
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Long-distance walking route through Scotland's Outer Hebrides
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781783625079
Publisert
2017
Utgiver
Cicerone Press Ltd
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
Forfatter