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The Rhine Cycle Route

This comprehensive guidebook describes a 27-stage cycle tour following the course of the Rhine which flows through six countries on its way from high in the Swiss Alps to the North Sea. The 1372km route from Oberalppass to Hoek van Holland makes use of dedicated cycle tracks and country roads, only venturing onto main roads or urban streets for short, unavoidable stretches. The countries passed through are all very cycle-friendly and the route is well-provisioned, making it ideal both for experienced long-distance cyclists and those who have done only a little cycle touring and wish to attempt something more adventurous.Clear route description is illustrated with 1:100, 000 mapping and largerscale urban maps. The guide blends practical information to help you plan a successful trip with
historical and cultural notes to enhance the experience.Passing through Switzerland, Germany, France and the Netherlands (and with short sections in Liechtenstein and Austria), the route is wonderfully varied, from the high mountains with deep glacial valleys and gorges, passing Roman remains, medieval towns, castles and cathedrals, German palaces, great cities, Dutch windmills and relics of 20th-century warfare. And of course, following a river, the cycling is nearly all downhill! Key marketing points: • One of the best-selling European cycle-touring guides • One of the 14 waymarked routes in the EuroVelo network • Third most popular cycle tour in Germany after the Baltic Sea cycle route and the Bodensee cycle route
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This comprehensive guidebook describes a 27-stage cycle tour following the course of the Rhine which flows through six countries on its way from high in the Swiss Alps to the North Sea. The 1372km route from Oberalppass to Hoek van Holland makes use of dedicated cycle tracks & country roads, only venturing onto main roads or urban streets for short, unavoidable stretches. The countries passed through are all very cycle-friendly & the route is well-provisioned, making it ideal both for experienced long-distance cyclists & those who have done only a little cycle touring & wish to attempt something more adventurous. Clear route description is illustrated with 1:100, 000 mapping & largerscale urban maps. The guide blends practical information to help you plan a successful trip with historical & cultural notes to enhance the experience. Passing through Switzerl&, Germany, France & the Netherlands (and with short sections in Liechtenstein & Austria), the route is wonderfully varied, from the high mountains with deep glacial valleys & gorges, passing Roman remains, medieval towns, castles & cathedrals, German palaces, great cities, Dutch windmills & relics of 20th-century warfare. & of course, following a river, the cycling is nearly all downhill! Key marketing points: • One of the best-selling European cycle-touring guides • One of the 14 waymarked routes in the Euro Velo network • Third most popular cycle tour in Germany after the Baltic Sea cycle route & the Bodensee cycle route

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Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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