Cicerone Press 2021.
Follow in the footsteps of one of literature’s great wanderers on the Robert Louis Stevenson Trail (GR70), a classic long-distance walk through the Cévennes and Massif Central of southern France. Stretching approximately 272 km (169 miles) from Le-Puy-en-Velay to Alès, this route takes around two weeks to complete and offers a unique blend of cultural history, rural charm and enduring landscapes that engage walkers from start to finish.
Whether you are new to multi-day trekking or an experienced hiker looking for a journey rich in narrative and scenery, this route delivers. The guidebook features clear, stage-by-stage route descriptions from north to south, bringing together the practical essentials and the stories that make this walk so special. Each stage includes a brief account of Robert Louis Stevenson's experiences with his donkey,Modestine, allowing you to connect with the original journey that inspired one of the great travel classics, Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes.
- Route guidance is presented for the Robert Louis Stevenson Trail in 12 stages, each between 16 km and 30 km (10–17 miles) in length, with clear mapping, elevation profiles and walking notes so you can plan each day’s walk with confidence
- Practical advice on planning, preparation, when to walk and what to take ensures you’re ready for the French terrain ranging from gently undulating farmland and chestnut woods to wildflower meadows and limestone gorges
- GPX files are available to download, and 1:50,000 maps are included for every stage, supporting both traditional and digital navigation on this literary long-distance trail
- Comprehensive facilities, accommodation and campsite listings help you find welcoming places to stay each night of your journey from Le-Puy-en-Velay to Alès, including village inns to rural gîtes
- Insight into local culture, history and points of interest enriches your journey, from rivers and high ridges to traditional villages where French rural life continues much as it did in Stevenson’s day
