The trek to Annapurna Base Camp in Nepal is one of the most famous and frequently traveled routes, documented in every travel guide. But what does it feel like to be on foot for 12 days, hiking for several hours each day and getting closer to the mighty mountains? In this book, Elisabeth Jucker writes about the many kilometers on Nepalese stairs and paths, the various lodges where she stayed, and of course, the delicious food that was always freshly prepared everywhere. She shares encounters with people, guides and porters, merchants and vendors. Some have shared stories from their lives with the author.