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Via Ferratas of the French Alps

66 routes between Geneva and Briancon

Richard Miller

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English
Cicerone Press
05 January 2024
This guidebook shows the unique character of the via ferrata routes of the French Alps, which have been increasing in number in recent years. Combining elements of scrambling, mountaineering and rock climbing, all in the boldest, most exposed terrain, they allow new ways to enjoy the famous Alpine vistas and new experiences of the renowned massifs.
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Imprint:   Cicerone Press
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 172mm,  Width: 116mm,  Spine: 19mm
Weight:   400g
ISBN:   9781852846480
ISBN 10:   1852846488
Pages:   352
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Mountain safety Map key Route listing Overview map Introduction When to go Getting to the Alps Getting around Language Costs Accommodation Maps Route grading Equipment Moving safely Climbing with children Dangers Accidents and mountain rescue Insurance Using this guide Routes and bases Geneva and the Northern Alps Chamb&##xe9;ry Tarentaise Maurienne Grenoble Briancon Appendix A Routes listed in order of difficulty Appendix B Glossary of via ferrata terminology Appendix C Useful French words and phrases Appendix D Useful contacts
Author Website:   http://www.cicerone.co.uk/author/detail.cfm/author/1503

Richard Miller is a passionate traveller and explorer, with experience of outdoor pursuits in many of the world and #039;s mountain ranges. His first via ferrata was in the Italian Dolomites. Finding it much to his liking, he set his sights on those in the French Alps.

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