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 Grade 1 Clearly waymarked, involve no dangerous passages and suitable for anybody who is reasonably fit.

 Grade 2 Clearly waymarked, but either longer or cross more difficult terrain. This may involve some shorter (moderately) exposed sections requiring greater care. A higher standard of fitness and at least sure-footedness is required.

 Grade 3 Suitable only for those who are fit and have sufficient experience in high alpine regions. Terrain is often more difficult and may involve longer exposed passages which may also be more frequent. A good head for heights is essential and in some (very few) cases, pathfinding ability.

The walking times given are only approximate and do not take into account refreshment stops and so forth. Bad weather or track conditions can also prolong a walk and these factors should always be taken into consideration. As a rough guideline you could add 1–2hr for ‘enjoying the scenery’.

Clear signposting on most routes makes pathfinding easy

GPX tracks

GPX tracks for the routes in this guidebook are available to download free at www.cicerone.co.uk/929/GPX. A GPS device is an excellent aid to navigation, but you should also carry a map and compass and know how to use them.