The Mountain Passes & High Roads of the Alps : A Driver's Guide

The original German book, published as 'Die Hochstrassen der Alpen', was the first comprehensive stocktaking of all the Alpine roads and it became the standard reference book for drivers venturing into the Alps by car or motorbike.

Mair's son Volkmar followed his father's footsteps in 2012, updating parts of the route based on his own experience, and confirmed that the old Alpine Pass route book still served its purpose as a useful travel guide through the Alps. Eau Rouge Publishing has translated the original German text into English and created a user-friendly travel guide, bringing to life one of the world's most beautiful regions for drivers.

This is a nostalgic tour, richly illustrated, with plenty of maps and detailed route descriptions, including tourist attractions along the way. Some of the sections have been updated for ease of use, and although much of the text and the references might seem outdated, the guide is not only relevant to the readership of today, but also very entertaining - just see the writer's advice on suggested driving techniques of the period!Enjoy your trip!