Todays treat, Paxos and Antipaxos:

From the publisher:

“Hiking is the best way to get to know the landscapes on Paxoi. The scale of the landscape and the details that comprise it demand a tranquil approach. Most paths are on modest inclines, are clearly marked out among the dry wall masonry, and some of them are stonepaved. Wandering among the olive groves with lofty trees, one can find intricate pilasters of some olden geateway, see abandoned olive presses and proud windmills and enjoy the sunset from the edge of limestone cliffs.”

Rhodes:

From the publisher:

“Rich in natural and cultural heritage, Rhodes reveals all its wealth in this new map of Anavasi. From the medieval city in the north to the exotic Prasonisi island in the southern tip, one can find ancient cities, castles of the Knights, early christian basilicas, elegant italian buildings of the 30s, magnificent beaches and hiking paths on mountains and valleys. On the back side of the map, the main attractions are depicted with aerial photos, 3 hiking routes are presented in detail together with a plan of the medieval city.”

Next is Spetses:

Quoting from the publisher:

“A collective work of the locals and Anavasi cartographers. The map is very detailed and accurate. Anotrer reason to visit this beautiful island with the charming city and pleasant countryside and nice beaches. 12 trails across the island and 5 walks in the city are proposed”

Here is Tinos:

Quoting from the publisher:

“New hiking map of Tinos on a scale of 1:25.000. Large part of the network of footpaths on TInos has remained intact and in this first edition of the map 225 km of paths have been recorded. Beside the other field data a large number of dovecotes and windmills are shown on the map. On the back side 25 routes are presented in detail and most of them can be combined in nice circular routes.”

For the next few days I will go through the list of new(ish) Anavasi Topo Islands maps. At least some of the maps should be available through Amazon, I will start putting up “[Buy!!!]” links also. Otherwise you can try Anavasi’s own Shop. First out is Chalki:

Quote from the publisher:

“A tiny island though very rich in monuments and ancient remains. More than 50 byzantine chappels, dozens of rock carved cisterns and old agricultural settlements and a well-preserved medieval caslte with a ruined medieval settlement at its foot. The new detailed map by ANAVASI will be your precious guide to discover all these little known remains, most of them accessible only by footpaths.”

Another take on walking on La Palma. Lance Chilton is one of my favorite writers, so check it out.

This is an update to “Shirley Whitehead’s Madeira Walks”. The 2nd edition contains no less than 40 walks in addition to those covered in the “Walk! Maderia” book by the same author.

This book concludes the series of single island editions that replaces the former “Walking in the Canaries Volume 1” from Cicerone. I would expect volume 2 is up for replacement next.

Do I even need to mention Tenerife? This is the classic destination in the Canaries for a walking holiday. And this is another book to support it.

The island of La Palma is a wonderful experience in the Canaries, especially if you want something that is less touristed than average… Cicerone has previously had two volumes covering the entire island group, but now single island editions also exist.