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Peak Bagging Munros Volume 1: The ultimate walking guide to 141 southern Scottish Munros

Over 130 years ago, Sir Hugh Munro inspired a hillwalking revolution by listing every Scottish mountain over 3,000 feet – now known as the Munros. Today, thousands take on the challenge of Munro bagging, ticking them off one rugged adventure at a time.

Peak Bagging Munros Volume 1 by Nicola Hardy (Munroist #6765) is your essential companion for exploring the 141 southernmost Munros, linked into 64 stunning, efficient and well-crafted routes. Whether you're walking, running or fastpacking, this guide helps you plan your journey to 'compleat' the Munros at your own pace – over a weekend, a year or a lifetime.

From iconic classics like Ben Nevis via the Càrn Mòr Dearg Arête and the Ring of Steall, to entry-level summits such as Ben Lomond, Ben Chonzie and Mount Keen, each route is a rewarding experience in its own right.

Routes are grouped into ten Highland hubs including Glencoe, Fort William, Pitlochry and Braemar – perfect bases for weekend getaways or longer trips, with public transport options and local facilities like shops, pubs and cafes. This guide promotes sustainable travel and flexible itinerary planning.

Inside you'll find:

• 1:40,000 scale maps, route directions and elevation profiles
• Parking, public transport and refreshment details
• Downloadable GPX files for every route
• Walk timings for hikers, trekkers, trail runners and fastpackers
• Stunning photography and inspiring local insights
• Accommodation and rest day ideas for all budgets

Whether you're a beginner setting out on your first Munro or a seasoned hillwalker aiming to complete the full list, Peak Bagging Munros Volume 1 is the definitive guide to this uniquely Scottish hillwalking adventure.