Editions Cicerone - Guide de randonnées (en anglais) - The Way of St Francis - Via di Francesco (from Florence to Assisi and Rome)

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Destination Europe
Pays / Région Italie
Auteur Sandy Brown
Date de publication 15 janv. 2025
Edition, collection Cicerone Editions

En 27 étapes (518 km), ce guide - en anglais - vous embarque de Florence à Rome

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Walk the Way of St Francis (Via di Francesco), a 518km (322-mile) pilgrimage route from Florence through Tuscany and Umbria to Rome, tracing the spiritual footsteps of St Francis of Assisi. This scenic alternative to the Camino de Santiago visits sacred sites like Santuario della Verna, Assisi, Gubbio, Spoleto and Marmore Falls over 27 stages (11-29km each), ideal for fit walkers seeking a month-long adventure.

This Cicerone guidebook provides all the tools needed to navigate this long-distance trail with confidence. With detailed north-to-south descriptions, mapping, flexible variants and practical planning tools, you'll be well-prepared for your Italian pilgrimage. 

Alternative route variants for the Florence–Santuario della Verna and Assisi–Rieti sections, along with itineraries starting at either Assisi or Santuario della Verna, are explained
Daily listings of accommodations are included, featuring low-cost hotels, agriturismi (farm stays), foresterie (guesthouses), and hostels where available, with clear guidance on booking ahead, which is essential for this route, unlike other popular caminos
Practical information on securing pilgrim credentials, maintaining your pilgrim passport, and cultural tips ensures you are prepared for the spiritual elements of the route
Navigate the Way of St Francis confidently with detailed route descriptions, elevation profiles, 1:100,000 maps, and downloadable GPX files
Expert advice and tips are included from the author, The Reverend Sandy Brown, an experienced pilgrim 
Plan your Way of St Francis pilgrimage with this trusted guidebook and swap crowded Camino routes for Italy’s olive groves, medieval villages, and sacred solitude. From the grandeur of Florence to the Eternal City of Rome, this Italian long-distance walking trail offers a month-long adventure blending faith, culture, history, and the stunning Tuscan-Umbrian landscapes for a truly unique pilgrimage experience.

The Way of St Francis – Quick Facts
Trail name: The Way of St Francis (Via di Francesco)  
Location: Italy — Florence through Tuscany & Umbria to Rome  
Total distance: ~518 km / ~322 miles  
Typical duration: ~1 month end‑to‑end  
Start: Florence  
Finish: Rome (Vatican City)  
Route type: Long‑distance pilgrim walking route in stages  
Stages: 27 stages (~11–29 km / 7–18 miles each)  
Navigation: 1:100,000 mapping, urban maps & downloadable GPX files included  
Accommodation: Daily pilgrim lodging listings with planning info  
Highlights: Santuario della Verna, Assisi, Gubbio, Spoleto, Marmore Falls & Rome

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Poids
299 g
Dimensions
17.4 x 11.9 cm
Nombre de pages
264 pages
Editions Cicerone - Guide de randonnées (en anglais) - The Way of St Francis - Via di Francesco (from Florence to Assisi and Rome)
24,90 €