Cycling in the Alps
by C. L. Freeston
About this book
A guide to cycling in the European Alps in the days before surfaced roads and automobile tourism. As the author explains, the spectacular views are well worth the effort of pushing your bicycle up the passes and perfectly safe as long as your cycle is equipped with brakes. Summary by Phil Benson
Chapters (18)
1Introductory
2The Stelvio
3The Bernina
4The Fluela
5The Albula
6The Julier
7The Maloja
8The Schyn
9The Oberalp
10The Furka
11The Grimsel
12The Landwasser Road
13The Engadine
14Other Passes
15What Are The Risks?
16The Labour Involved
17Purely Mechanical
18Conclusion
Comments