Scale the spectacular Dolomites, peer into brooding volcanoes, explore medieval villages or saunter along sparkling coastlines - this guide walks you through Italy's wealth of natural beauty, history and culture. Detailed descriptions of 55 walks, from easy day strolls to multi-day adventures. Quality two-color maps for each walk. Tips on the best camping grounds, "rifugi" (mountain huts) and pensiones. Transport information to get you to and from the walks. Step-by-step introduction to the exciting "vie ferrate" (iron ways). Illustrated section on Italy's flora and fauna.