Via Francigena (Italian section)
Italy · Europe · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 66/100
At a glance
| Countries | Italy |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Valle d'Aosta to Lazio |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 1000 km |
| Typical duration | 45 days |
| Difficulty | 2/5 (Easy-moderate) |
| Max altitude | 2473 m |
| Best season | Apr-Jun and Sep-Oct |
| Start | Gran San Bernardo Pass |
| End | Rome |
| Permit / guide | no |
| Special gear | none |
Score
66/100
Historic pilgrim road to Rome through Aosta, Pavia, Lucca, Siena and Viterbo; deep culture, modest mountains
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
Full route runs Canterbury-Rome; Italian section about 1000 km
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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