Spain's Sendero Historico: The GR1 - Northern Spain - Picos to the Mediterranean (Hayes John)(Paperback)

Discover the Sendero Histórico (GR1), a captivating long-distance trail that traverses northern Spain from the dramatic Puerto de Tarna on the edge of the Picos de Europa National Park to the sunlit Mediterranean coast at Sant Martí d’Empúries. Stretching over 1250km, this remarkable route leads fit, experienced walkers through six provinces, unveiling centuries of Spanish history and some of the country’s most magnificent scenery. Ideal for confident trekkers, the GR1 offers a quieter, more remote alternative to Spain’s better-known pilgrimage routes. Divided into 53 stages and 7 accessible sections, the trail follows ancient paths linking villages, meandering through the southern slopes of the Cantabrian Mountains, the plains of Navarre, the foothills of the Pyrenees, and the historic landscapes of the Basque Country and Catalunya. Explore the GR1 Sendero Histórico’s diverse landscapes, from the dramatic Puerto de Tarna in the Picos de Europa to the Mediterranean coast at Sant Martí d’Empúries, with highlights including medieval castles, Roman ruins, Civil War sites, and sweeping mountain panoramas. Follow 53 detailed stages across six provinces, each mapped at 1:100,000 scale, with downloadable GPX files and comprehensive information on distances, elevation, walking times, local facilities, and trail grading along the GR1. Extend your adventure from the GR1’s eastern finish by
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