Via Francigena
Description
- Name Via Francigena
- Length of trail 1,700 km, 1,056 miles
- Length in days 85 days
- Start of trail Canterbury (Uk)
- End of trail Roma (I)
- Traildino grading EW, Easy walk, nature trail
Ancient route between Canterbury in the UK and Rome in Italy.
In Switzerland: 215 km. Ste-Croix to Col du Gd St-Bernard (see map).
Opinions
Rate
8.0 |
2 votes |
No 9. in Switzerland
- ZoradeRuig February 2018
- Rate 9
- Positive The nature
- Negative Nothing
- Simone Quilici February 2008
- Rate 7
- Positive Beautiful landscape and outstanding monuments along the path
- Negative Lack of information in tourist offices
Map
Links
Facts
- Kulturwege Schweiz: Willkommen bei Kulturwege Schweiz! (German)
Home page for the "Kulturwege", Cultural Trails, of Switzerland. These trails have in common that they use very old roads to give you the opportunity to dive into the past.
- Overview: Via Francigena
The confraternity of Saint James issued many guides. Some are available on-line. Their website gives useful to the point information per route.
- The Walking Pilgrim - Via Francigena
The ultimate pilgrimage reference site by Peter Robins.
Reports
- The Via Francigena: Trekking the Pathway to Paradise (2005)
Brandon Wilson's how-to essay about hiking the Via Francigena, an ancient route from Canterbury, England through France and Switzerland to Rome.
- Via Spluga (German)
Some facts and pictures about the Via Spluga and the connecting Via Francigena.
Guides and maps
Lodging
- La Via Francigena (French)
Chemin de 2060 KM .....82 Jours .... De la Cathédrale de Canterbury à Rome En passant par le Col du Grand St- Bernard.
Organisations
Tour operators
GPS
Other
- blog (French)
traversée de l’Italie de milan à Caltagirone (Sicile)
Books
Cicerone Press
United Kingdom
2017
United Kingdom
2017
- The Way of St Francis
- Guidebook to walking the Way of St Francis, Via di Francesco. 550km pilgrimage from Florence, through Assisi to Rome through Central Italy visiting key sites from the saint's life. Described in 28 stages, the guide to the month-long route includes detailed maps, profiles and information about all the shrines, churches and towns along the way. Read more
- Also available from:
- The Book Depository, United Kingdom
- De Zwerver, Netherlands
The Book Depository
United Kingdom
2015
United Kingdom
2015
- The Way of St Francis
- Via di Francesco: From Florence to Assisi and Rome Read more
De Zwerver
Netherlands
2015
Netherlands
2015
- Wandelgids - Pelgrimsroute The Way of St Francis | Cicerone
- Guidebook to walking the Way of St Francis, Via di Francesco. 550km pilgrimage from Florence, through Assisi to Rome through Central Italy visiting key sites from the saint's life. Described in 28 stages, the guide to the month-long route includes detailed maps, profiles and information about all the shrines, churches and towns along the way. Read more
Cicerone Press
United Kingdom
2018
United Kingdom
2018
- The Via Francigena Canterbury to Rome - Part 2
- An essential guidebook for anyone planning to walk the Via Francigena pilgrim route from Canterbury to Rome. Part 2 describes 940km of the pilgrimage from the Great St Bernard Pass to Rome. Contains all the planning information you need for your journey, including details of facilities and accommodation along the route. Read more
- Also available from:
- The Book Depository, United Kingdom
The Book Depository
United Kingdom
2015
United Kingdom
2015
- The Via Francigena Canterbury to Rome - Part 2
- The Great St Bernard Pass to Rome Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Pilgrimage: The Great Pilgrim Routes of Britain and Europe
- Shortlisted for a 2018 Edward Stanford Travel Writing Award.Ten historic pilgrim routes of Western Europe, inspiration for today`s long distance walker. Pilgrimage in Europe is thriving on a massive scale. In 1990 the cathedral at Santiago de Compostela recorded less than 5000 pilgrims: today that figure is at least 200,000 a year. Author Derry... Read more
The Book Depository
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Via Domitia Vers St-Jacques-de-Compostelle Ou Vers Rome 2011
- Cet axe routier reliant l'Italie aux provinces d'Espagne existait certainement à la préhistoire. La Via Domitia fut la première voie romaine établie en France. Le tracé du GR 635D est repris mais parfois les chemins s'en éloignent pour aller au plus court. Chemin vers Compostelle ou Rome selon le... Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
2013
United Kingdom
2013
- GR145: The Via Francigena in Pas-de-Calais FFRP Topo-guide No. 1451
- The first stage in France of the Via Francigena, one of the great medieval pilgrim routes, in a bilingual English / French topoguide with colour extracts from IGN’s topographic survey at 1:50,000, accommodation recommendations, etc.The guide covers a 12 day - 235km long section from Calais to Rocquigny, including parts of WWI Western Front in... Read more
- Also available from:
- The Book Depository, United Kingdom
The Book Depository
United Kingdom
2013
United Kingdom
2013
- The Via Francigena in Pas-de-Calais GR145 12 stages 2012
- Guide FFRandonnée La Via Francigena à travers le Pas-de-Calais - GR 145 - 245 Km de sentiers GR.Ancienne voie de pèlerinage, au même titre que les chemins de Saint-Jacques ou du Mont-Saint-Michel, ce topo-guide bilingue français/anglais (une grande première !) comprend les 245 premiers kilomètres français de l'itinéraire ancestral reliant... Read more
The Book Depository
United Kingdom
2010
United Kingdom
2010
- Chemin De Rome-Via Francigena-Brianon Via Turin and Sienne 2010
- Pour suivre les traces des pèlerins à travers les Alpes, la plaine de Pô, Turin et la Toscane en alliant l'esthétique à quelques dimensions athlétiques.Qui ne rêve pas à l'évocation de ces noms : Lucques, San Giminiano, Sienne, Rome ? Qui ne s'imagine traversant à pied les... Read more
- Also available from:
- De Zwerver, Netherlands
De Zwerver
Netherlands
2010
Netherlands
2010
- Wandelgids - Pelgrimsroute Les Chemins d'Histoire Le Chemin de Rome - Via Francigena | Rando Editions
- Pour suivre les traces des pèlerins à travers les Alpes, la plaine de Pô, Turin et la Toscane en alliant l'esthétique à quelques dimensions athlétiques.Qui ne rêve pas à l'évocation de ces noms : Lucques, San Giminiano, Sienne, Rome ? Qui ne s'imagine traversant à pied les... Read more
Bol.com
Netherlands
Netherlands
- The People That Walk To Rome
- Walking from the Netherlands to the Vatican. It wasn't that hard actually. Every day a little bit. In the beginning I was sleeping outside in my tent somewhere in a forest or field. Later I got promoted to centuries-old Italian monasteries. Fantastic! Quite a few colourful personalities crossed my path. People I consider as friends for a... Read more
- Also available from:
- Bol.com, Belgium
Bol.com
Belgium
Belgium
- The People That Walk To Rome
- Walking from the Netherlands to the Vatican. It wasn't that hard actually. Every day a little bit. In the beginning I was sleeping outside in my tent somewhere in a forest or field. Later I got promoted to centuries-old Italian monasteries. Fantastic! Quite a few colourful personalities crossed my path. People I consider as friends for a... Read more
Bol.com
Netherlands
2011
Netherlands
2011
- The The Via Francigena Canterbury to Rome
- This comprehensive guidebook covers the first half of the Via Francigena - a 1900km pilgrim route that crosses Europe from Canterbury to Rome. This volume describes the walk from its start in Canterbury, to the halfway point of the route at the Great St Bernard Pass on the Swiss-Italian border. From Canterbury, the book splits the pilgrimage... Read more
- Also available from:
- Bol.com, Belgium
Bol.com
Belgium
2011
Belgium
2011
- The The Via Francigena Canterbury to Rome
- This comprehensive guidebook covers the first half of the Via Francigena - a 1900km pilgrim route that crosses Europe from Canterbury to Rome. This volume describes the walk from its start in Canterbury, to the halfway point of the route at the Great St Bernard Pass on the Swiss-Italian border. From Canterbury, the book splits the pilgrimage... Read more
Bol.com
Netherlands
Netherlands
- Notes on the Way of St. James
- "Notes on the Way of St. James" is his account of that journey which began in the early Spring of 2011. The book chronicles the various stages of the adventure from its uncertain beginning through a doubt plagued stretch in Switzerland where Stephan wondered where he would ever find the fortitude to finish the pilgrimage. This doubt never fully... Read more
- Also available from:
- Bol.com, Belgium
Bol.com
Belgium
Belgium
- Notes on the Way of St. James
- "Notes on the Way of St. James" is his account of that journey which began in the early Spring of 2011. The book chronicles the various stages of the adventure from its uncertain beginning through a doubt plagued stretch in Switzerland where Stephan wondered where he would ever find the fortitude to finish the pilgrimage. This doubt never fully... Read more
Maps
Stanfords
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Mont Blanc Massif IGC 4
- The Mont Blanc Massif in a series contoured hiking maps at 1:50,000 with local trails, long-distance footpaths, mountain accommodation, etc, from the Turin based Istituto Geografico Centrale. The map highlights, among other routes, the Alta Via 1 and the northern section of the Alta Via 2, both of which join up with TMB, as well as the local... Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Pilgrim Routes in the Florentine Countryside: Western Part
- Pilgrim Routes in the Florentine Countryside: Western Part at 1:50,000 is one of two maps from Edizioni Multigraphics highlighting old routes towards Rome, in this title: Via Sanese and Via Pisana, plus a section of Via Francigena.The map covers an area between Florence and Siena and highlights the course of two routes between these cities: Via... Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Val d`Arbia, Ombrone and Orcia
- The valleys of Arbia, Ombrone and Orcia in Tuscany directly south of Siena on a detailed contoured map at 1:50,000 from Litografia Artistica Cartografica highlighting the course of La Via Francigena and other waymarked local trails.The map covers an area from Siena southwards to Castel del Piano including several nature reserves. Topography is... Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Monte Pisano
- Monte Pisano area between Lucca and Pisa at 1:25,000 on a detailed, contoured, GPS compatible map from Litografia Artistica Cartografica in their Global Map imprint, with special thematic trails and other hiking routes, cycle paths, etc.The map covers the hills between the outskirts of Lucca and Pisa, extending south to the Arno and east to... Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Lago di Bolsena - Acquapendente - Orvieto - Pitigliano - Sorano Kompass 2471
- Lago di Bolsena – Orvieto area at 1:50,000 from Kompass on a map printed on durable, waterproof and tear-resistant synthetic paper. Coverage includes Acquapendente, Ficulle, Santa Flora, Valentano, Montefiascone, Selva del Lamone, etc. Contours are at 40m intervals, with a 2-km UTM grid. Extensive overprint includes cycling and selected... Read more
- Also available from:
- Kompass, Germany
Kompass
Germany
Germany
- Lago di Bolsena - Acquapendente - Orvieto - Pitigliano - Sorano
- - Rund 90 km nördlich von Rom liegt der fast kreisrunde Bolsenasee. Er ist der fünftgrößte See Italiens und aufgrund seiner guten Wasserqualität und der intakten Natur beliebtes Urlaubsziel.- Idyllische Dörfer, bezaubernde Zypressenwäldern und wenige Touristen sind Charakteristika dieser Region. Berühmte Pilgerwege, wie die Via Francigena und... Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Siena - Volterra - Massa Marittima - Roccastrada Kompass 2462
- Siena - Volterra - Massa Marittima - Rocca Strada map at 1:50,000 from Kompass, printed on durable, waterproof and tear-resistant synthetic paper. Coverage includes Colle di Va d’Elsa, Casole d’Elsa, Metallifere hills, etc. Contours are at 40m intervals, with a 2-km UTM grid. Extensive overprint includes GEA - Grande Escursione Appenninica,... Read more
- Also available from:
- Kompass, Germany
Kompass
Germany
Germany
- Siena - Volterra - Massa Marittima - Rocca Strada - San Galgano
- - Vor allem in den Frühlings- und Herbstmonaten ist die Region rund um Siena ein Wander und Radlerparadies. Wie im Bilderbuch geht es zwischen Oliven und Weinreben dahin, von Zypressen begleitet und dem Duft der Mandelbäume. Geschichte, Kultur und Kulinarik sind auf Schritt und Tritt dabei.- Rund 50 km westlich von Siena wartet die kleine Stadt... Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Pisa - Livorno - San Miniato - Empoli Kompass 2457
- Pisa - Livorno - San Miniato - Empoli area on a double-sided map at 1:50,000 from Kompass, printed on durable, waterproof and tear-resistant synthetic paper. Coverage includes Parco Regionale Migliarino - San Rossore – Massaciuccolli. Contours are at 40m intervals, with a 2-km UTM grid. Extensive overprint includes GEA - Grande Escursione... Read more
- Also available from:
- Kompass, Germany
- Bol.com, Netherlands
- Bol.com, Belgium
Kompass
Germany
Germany
- Pisa - Livorno - San Miniato - Empoli - Parco Regionale Migliarino San Rossore Massaciuccoli - San Gimignano
- - Vielleicht kann man ihn vom Schiefen Turm in Pisa aus sogar sehen – den Lago di Massaciuccoli, den größten See der Toskana. Er ist Teil des Naturparks Migliarino-San Rossore-Massaciuccoli. - Dieser erstreckt sich entlang der toskanischen Küste von Viareggio nach Livorno. und liegt in einem ursprünglich leicht hügeligen Sumpfgebiet.Rund 24 000... Read more
Bol.com
Netherlands
Netherlands
- Pisa, Livorno, San Miniato, Empoli WK2457
- Deze kaart is ideaal voor het uitstippelen van wandel- en fietsroutes en om onderweg te gebruiken • goed leesbare kaart met heel veel topografische details • duidelijke symbolen maken de kaart extra overzichtelijk • wandel- en fietsroutes zijn aangegeven • praktische informatie over de regio • bruikbaar met GPS • nuttige informatie voor... Read more
Bol.com
Belgium
Belgium
- Pisa, Livorno, San Miniato, Empoli WK2457
- Deze kaart is ideaal voor het uitstippelen van wandel- en fietsroutes en om onderweg te gebruiken • goed leesbare kaart met heel veel topografische details • duidelijke symbolen maken de kaart extra overzichtelijk • wandel- en fietsroutes zijn aangegeven • praktische informatie over de regio • bruikbaar met GPS • nuttige informatie voor... Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Florence - Siena - Chianti Kompass 2458
- Florence - Siena - Chianti area on a double-sided map at 1:50,000 from Kompass, printed on durable, waterproof and tear-resistant synthetic paper. Coverage includes Val di Pesa, Val d’Elsa, Monteriggioni, etc. Contours are at 40m intervals, with a 2-km UTM grid. Extensive overprint includes GEA - Grande Escursione Appenninica, Sentiero Italia,... Read more
- Also available from:
- Kompass, Germany
- Bol.com, Netherlands
- Bol.com, Belgium
Kompass
Germany
Germany
- Firenze, Siena, Chianti, Val di Pesa, Val d´Elsa, Monteriggioni
- - Zwischen Florenz und Siena breitet sich die typische Toskana aus – mit den malerischen Hügeln, Weinbergen, Steineichen und den Zypressen- und Olivenhainen.- Die sanften Erhebungen mit den pittoresken Bauernhäusern auf der Kuppe, der Wein, die gute Küche und das atemberaubende Panoramaladen zum Wandern und Verweilen. Radda in Chianti ist z.B.... Read more
Bol.com
Netherlands
Netherlands
- Florence, Siena, Chianti WK2458
- Deze kaart is ideaal voor het uitstippelen van wandel- en fietsroutes en om onderweg te gebruiken • goed leesbare kaart met heel veel topografische details • duidelijke symbolen maken de kaart extra overzichtelijk • wandel- en fietsroutes zijn aangegeven • praktische informatie over de regio • bruikbaar met GPS • nuttige informatie voor... Read more
Bol.com
Belgium
Belgium
- Florence, Siena, Chianti WK2458
- Deze kaart is ideaal voor het uitstippelen van wandel- en fietsroutes en om onderweg te gebruiken • goed leesbare kaart met heel veel topografische details • duidelijke symbolen maken de kaart extra overzichtelijk • wandel- en fietsroutes zijn aangegeven • praktische informatie over de regio • bruikbaar met GPS • nuttige informatie voor... Read more
Stanfords
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Lake Trasimeno - Val d`Orcia - Montepulciano - Monte Amiata Kompass 2463
- Lake Trasimeno - Val d`Orcia - Montepulciano - Monte Amiata area on a double-sided map at 1:50,000 from Kompass, printed on durable, waterproof and tear-resistant synthetic paper. Coverage includes Val di Chiana, Cortona, Montalcino, Asciano, Arcidosso, Fabro, Magione, etc. Contours are at 40m intervals, with a 2-km UTM grid. Extensive... Read more
- Also available from:
- Kompass, Germany
- Bol.com, Netherlands
- Bol.com, Belgium
Kompass
Germany
Germany
- Lago Trasimeno, Area Protetta Val d´ Orcia, Montepulciano, Montalcino, Monte Amiata
- - Die unberührte Natur rund um den viertgrößten See Italiens, den Lago Trasimeno, lässt sich am besten zu Fuß oder mit dem Rad erkunden. Mitten in der idyllischen Hügel-Landschaft gelegen, wird der See auch das „Meer Umbriens´´ genannt.- Der „Brunello von Montalcino´´ ist jedem Weinkenner ein Begriff. Der gleichnamige Ort liegt eingebettet in... Read more
Bol.com
Netherlands
Netherlands
- Lago Trasimeno, Areo Protetta, Val d'Orcia WK2463
- Deze kaart is ideaal voor het uitstippelen van wandel- en fietsroutes en om onderweg te gebruiken • goed leesbare kaart met heel veel topografische details • duidelijke symbolen maken de kaart extra overzichtelijk • wandel- en fietsroutes zijn aangegeven • praktische informatie over de regio • bruikbaar met GPS • nuttige informatie voor... Read more
Bol.com
Belgium
Belgium
- Lago Trasimeno, Areo Protetta, Val d'Orcia WK2463
- Deze kaart is ideaal voor het uitstippelen van wandel- en fietsroutes en om onderweg te gebruiken • goed leesbare kaart met heel veel topografische details • duidelijke symbolen maken de kaart extra overzichtelijk • wandel- en fietsroutes zijn aangegeven • praktische informatie over de regio • bruikbaar met GPS • nuttige informatie voor... Read more
Walking holidays
Macs Adventure
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Via Francigena: Stage 3: Garlasco to Fidenza
- Self guided walking tour following the Via Francigena through Lombardy and Emilia Romagna. Cross the fertile river plains of Lombardy and the vineyard-covered foothills of the Apennine Mountains within Emilia Romagna. Discover the exquisite towns of Pavia and Piacenza, both incredibly rich in cultural and artistic treasures. Begin your journey... Read more
Macs Adventure
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Via Francigena: Stage 4: Fidenza to Aulla
- Self guided walking tour following the Via Francigena through the Apennine Mountains. This journey along the Via Francigena takes you through the Apennine Mountains, known as the “backbone of Italy” and from the region of Emilia Romagna into northern Tuscany. Originating in Fidenza, known for its duomo of pink stone, you cross the Cisa Pass and... Read more
Macs Adventure
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Via Francigena: Stage 5: Aulla to San Miniato
- Self guided walking tour following the Via Francigena through northern and central Tuscany. Originating in the historical region of Lunigiana, an area of great gastronomy, lush green meadows and waterfalls, your walking tour along the Via Francigena takes you from Aulla at the foot of the Apennines, along the coast into northern Tuscany and the... Read more
Macs Adventure
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Via Francigena: Stage 6: San Miniato to San Quirico
- Self guided walking tour following the Via Francigena through central Tuscany. Explore the central belt of iconic Tuscan landscapes and a distinctive trio of medieval towns; Siena, San Gimignano and Monteriggioni. This stage of the Via Francigena takes you from the charming village of San Miniato to San Quirico situated on the northern edge of... Read more
Macs Adventure
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Via Francigena: Final Stage - Montefiascone to Rome
- Self-guided walking tour following the final stage of the Via Francigena through Umbria and Lazio. The final stage of the Via Francigena takes you from the hill top town of Montefiascone to Rome, the eternal city. During your journey along this ancient pilgrimage route you will follow trails through the classic Italian landscapes of... Read more
Macs Adventure
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Via Francigena: Stage 7: San Quirico-Montefiascone
- Self guided walking tour following the Via Francigena through Tuscany and Lazio. Following in the footsteps of pilgrims from the Middle Ages this section of the Via Francigena begins in the heart of the Tuscan countryside and finishes in the medieval town of Montefiascone. Encounter small hamlets and villages atop conical hills and set within... Read more
Macs Adventure
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Full Italian Via Francigena: Bourg St Pierre-Rome
- Self-guided walking tour completing the full Italian stage of the Via Francigena from Bourg St Pierre to Rome. Pilgrims have been undertaking to walk the full Via Francigena from Canterbury to Rome since the 8th Century, and it is one of Europe's great pilgrimages. During your journey along this ancient pilgrimage route you will start at the... Read more
Macs Adventure
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Via Francigena: Stage 2: Pont St Martin to Garlasco
- Self guided walking tour following the Via Francigena from the edge of the Aosta Valley through Piedmont and into Lombardy. This stage of the Via Francigena is full of contrasts, from the snow-capped Alps, to the cultivated hills around Vercelli, and beyond to the vast wide plains of the Po River Valley. Walking through three different regions... Read more
Macs Adventure
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Orvieto to Rome Self Guided Walking Tour
- Final Section of the Via Francigena from Orvieto to Rome. Follow the Via Francigena from the Etruscan city of Orvieto through the classic Italian landscapes of Umbria and Lazio to Rome. This is a journey of superlatives taking in Etruscan towns, fine wines, historic villages, ancient pilgrim trails, delicious food and the delights of Rome. ... Read more
Macs Adventure
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
- Via Francigena: Stage 1: Bourg St Pierre to Pont St Martin
- Self-guided walking tour following the Via Francigena through the Swiss Alps and into the Aosta Valley. A superb week of walking that begins in the heart of the Alps, crosses the border from Switzerland into Italy and traverses the high mountain pass of Great St Bernard. En route you will be surrounded by a backdrop of magnificent mountain... Read more
Snp Wandelreizen
Netherlands
Netherlands
- Italië - Toscane-Via Francigena
- De etappe Lucca-Siena van de Via Francigena is er een waarin natuur, cultuur, geschiedenis en spiritualiteit op een unieke manier samenkomen. De reis begint bij de prachtige tuinen, villa’s en honderden kerken in het met Romeinse muren beschermde Lucca. Over veelal verlaten strade bianche - de witte Toscaanse wegen - wandel je vervolgens verder... Read more
Snp Wandelreizen
Netherlands
Netherlands
- Italië - Via Francigena
- Al in de middeleeuwen vingen monniken verdwaalde reizigers op in hun klooster op de Grote Sint Berhard. Het klooster staat er nog altijd en het is startpunt van een pelgrimsroute die fietsers naar Rome leidt: de Via Francigena. Voor deze fietsvakantie kozen wij het deel van de Sint Berhardpas tot universiteitsstad Parma. Na de start in de... Read more