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A guidebook to walking the Way of St Francis (Via di Francesco) between Florence and Rome. Covering 518km (322 miles), this pilgrimage route through Italy's Tuscany and Umbria takes around 1 month and is suitable for any reasonably fit walker.
A guidebook to walking the Way of St Francis (Via di Francesco) between Florence and Rome. Covering 518km (322 miles), this pilgrimage route through Italy's Tuscany and Umbria takes around 1 month and is suitable for any reasonably fit walker.
Cicerone Press

The Way of St Francis Via di Francesco: From Florence to Assisi and Rome

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The Way of St Francis Via di Francesco: From Florence to Assisi and Rome

Season:Current

Brand:Cicerone Press

Code:CP0455

Guidebook to walking The Way of St Francis pilgrimage trail in Italy. This 518km route from Florence, through Assisi and then to Rome and the Vatican City explores Tuscany and Umbria. Described in 27 stages, the guide to the month-long route includes detailed maps, profiles and accommodation and facilities on route. The trail visits major sites and towns famous for their connection to Italy's patron saint.

Seasons

Spring, summer and fall. Winters are possible, too, except for higher elevations where snow is not uncommon.

Centres

Florence, Camaldoli, Santuario della Verna, Cittá di Castello, Gubbio, Assisi, Spello, Spoleto, Cascata delle Marmore, Rieti, Rome.

Difficulty

Some steep climbs and descents, but no special gear required. All stages are graded either "Easy", "Moderate", or "Hard".

Must See

Renaissance Florence, the dark and lovely Casentino National Forest, the active hermitage of Camaldoli, St Francis' beloved Santuario della Verna, historic Gubbio, beloved and beautiful Assisi, charming Spoleto, Marmore Falls. The walk is sprinkled with sacred sites from the life of St Francis and culminates in the Eternal City of Rome.

The route is described from north to south in 27 stages, each between 11 and 29km (7-18 miles) in length. Alternate stages are given to allow you to visit Perugia and Farfa Abbey and 2 alternate sections are also included in outline providing a choice of routes from Florence to Santuario della Verna and between Assisi and Rieti.

  • 1:100,000 mapping plus larger-scale urban maps for key locations
  • GPX files available to download
  • Handy stage planning tables and pilgrim lodging listings help you plan your itinerary
  • Detailed information about refreshments and facilities along the route
  • Advice on planning, preparation and pilgrim credentials

Page Size:116 x 172 mm
No of Pages:288
Publisher:Cicerone Press
ISBN13:9781786311672
Author:The Reverend Sandy Brown
Published Date:January 2025
Edition:2nd, 2024
Binding:Paperback (flapped)
Illustrations:Colour photos and maps
Weight:320g
Product Type:Guide Books


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