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Magna Via Francigena

Italy · Europe · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 52/100

At a glance

CountriesItaly
ContinentEurope
RegionSicily (Palermo to Agrigento)
TypeThru-hike / long-distance trail
Length186 km
Typical duration9 days
Difficulty2/5 (Easy-moderate)
Max altitude978 m
Best seasonMar-Jun and Sep-Nov
StartPalermo
EndAgrigento
Permit / guideno
Special gearnone

Score

52/100
Scenery
21/35
Fame
9/25
Uniqueness
9/20
Logistics
13/20

Island crossing from coast to coast through rural Sicily on the old Norman road; quiet villages and open hills

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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