Trekking in the Alps

Trek through the Alps and experience the full sweep of Europe's greatest mountain range, from the glaciers of Mont Blanc and the soaring ridges of the Matterhorn and Monte Rosa to the limestone towers of the Dolomites and the wild valleys of the Slovenian Alps. This definitive inspirational guide brings together the very best summer trekking has to offer, spanning five countries and featuring everything from iconic circular tours to remote high-level crossings. Choose from 20 carefully selected routes, including classics like the Tour of Mont Blanc, Tour of the Matterhorn, and Walker's Haute Route, alongside lesser-known gems such as the Tour of Mont Ruan, Stubai High Route, and Traverse of the Slovenian Julian Alps. Each trek is written by an expert author with first-hand knowledge of the route, providing outline schedules, day-by-day route notes, maps, and elevation profiles to help you choose and plan your next adventure. Whether you're seeking a mildly demanding circular tour or a strenuous trans-Alpine crossing involving glaciers and technical terrain, you'll find detailed guidance on distances, timings, and difficulty levels across all routes. Benefit from practical advice on mountain safety, hut conventions, when to go, and what to expect at every stage of your journey. Written by a team of leading Alpine authorities including Kev Reynolds, Gillian Price, Paddy Dillon, Hilary Sharp, and Alan Castle, this large-format planning companion is an essential resource for anyone serious about Alpine trekking and the perfect starting point for a lifetime of adventure in Europe's greatest mountain range.