If you look out of your Tuscan Hotel window and wonder what it'd be like to walk the countryside amongst the olive groves and wheat fields, these books will help by providing some guidance to the best walks in Europe. And if you're like me you'll want to get the most out of the kilometers you put on your boots.
1. Walk Europe
The book gives the reader an overview of European regions such as Scandinavia, the Alps, and the Mediterranean, with suggested possibilities for walking.
2. Walking in France
Scenic walks in 13 regions of France, with quite a few picturesque walks from Paris. Info on architecture, vineyards, and restaurants, as well as background on flora and fauna.3. Walking in Italy
Part of Interlink Publishing's Independent Walker Series. 35 featured walks of 2-9 miles each meant to be short day trips, with difficulty ratings, individual maps, and suggested accommodations.4. Walking in Spain
Long and short walks through Spain, along with some Spanish language essentials and a full description of the Camino de Santiago pilgrims' route. Reviews note a good coverage of transportation and lodging possibilities.5. Walking Switzerland the Swiss Way
Full title: Walking Switzerland-the Swiss Way-: From Vacation Apartments, Hotels, Mountain Inns, and Huts. Detailed walk descriptions, hidden villages and innexpensive lodging options make this one a winner.6. Mountain Walking in Austria
Mountain Walking in Austria is a guide to 25 Mountain Groups in the Eastern Alps with 98 fully described walks.7. Walking the Alpine Parks
The Alps in the border region between France and Italy is a beautiful area I've driven through several times. The book describes more than 100 walks in 5 national parks, four in France and one in Italy. Accommodations, weather, history and trail safety are discussed.8. Walks and Climbs in the Pyrenees
The Pyrenees, bordering Spain and France, offer many spectacular hikes. The book also has information about mountain huts, flora and fauna, and national parks.9. Walking Austria's Alps: Hut to Hut
If you're in shape and like to tackle mountainous terraine, this might be the book for you. Featuring eleven treks in the Austrian alps, with nightly stops at alpine huts, tours take 4-11 days.10. Walking Dublin
City, literary walks and suburban, hill and coastal walks around Dublin.