Useful Books and Maps ... and sources of inspiration

The following Guide Books (latest editions) have been indispensable;

Walking the French Alps GR5: Lake Geneva to Nice by Martin Collins ( Cicerone Press )
These French Topo-guides from a very comprehensive series for all walking in France
- 504 Du Léman au Mont Blanc
- 530 La Vanoise
- 531 La Grande Traversée des Alpes
- 507 Tinée - Vésubie Vallée des Merveilles
All of these are available with very speedy delivery from the Map Shop in Upton-upon-Severn

... and 2 major sources of inspiration are the writings, actions and achievements of Norman Croucher, OBE and Judy Armstrong