Selected hikes in the Apuane Alps, the Cinque Terre, and Portofino. It is the first book in English devoted to the Apuane Alps and:
- classifies all the hikes and helps the visitor plan hiking holidays in Tuscany and Liguria
- illustrated with 34 detailed maps 38 original drawings
- leads the hiker to the summit of 20 of the most spectacular peaks in the Apuane Alps
- describes local food and restaurants at the end of each hike
- includes a section on the flora and its historical evolution
- hints and tips about how to make the best of your stay in Italy
