7 Nts Via Francigena - Last Leg to Rome

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Duration: 7 Nights

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Along with the Camino de Santiago and the pilgrimage to Jerusalem, the Via Francigena, or Camino to Rome, is one of the most important historic pilgrimage routes in the world.

This trip spans the final section of the Via Francigena, a 100km journey through the striking countryside of Lazio, culminating in the Vatican City. The charming medieval city of Viterbo, your starting point, is rivalled for beauty by the quiet historic towns you will meet along the way such as Sutri, Capranica and Campagnano di Roma.

The trail crosses shaded forests, rolling olive groves and charming backroads until you reach Monte Mario on the outskirts of Rome, where you can enjoy wonderful views of the Eternal City. In The Vatican City, you will receive the pilgrim͛ certificate for the Via Francigena.

Day 1. Arrival in Viterbo

Wander through Viterbo’s beautiful historic centre, one of the best preserved medieval towns in central Italy. A visit to historic sights such as the Papal Palazzo or Cathedral of San Lorenzo will set you up nicely for your first day of walking.

Overnight: Viterbo

Day 2. Viterbo - Vetralla (18 km)

Depart Viterbo through the beautiful Piazza di San Lorenzo and continue along backroads and olive groves until you reach the quiet town of Vetralla.

Overnight: Vetralla

Day 3. Vetralla - Sutri (24 km)

Today you walk along many shaded tracks through forests. Stop for a break at the charming town of Capranica before crossing a lush valley to get to the beautiful hilltop town of Sutri. Soak up the unique atmosphere of this historic town and in the evening visit the famous Roman amphitheatre and Etruscan tombs.

Overnight: Sutri

Day 4. Sutri - Campagnano di Roma (25 km)

Head out past the amphitheatre and walk across woods and dirt tracks until you reach the town of Monterosi where you can take a break. A landscape of woods, fruit trees and farmland lies between you and the steep climb into medieval Campagnano di Roma.

Overnight: Campagnano di Roma

Day 5. Campagnano di Roma - La Storta (23 km)

Ascend out of Campagnano and walk along a country road until you reach the lovely little town of Formello. Now you enter more open, rolling lands until a winding wooded track takes you to Isola Farnese and the small ascent to La Storta.

Overnight: La Storta

Day 6. La Storta - Rome (18 km)

Depart La Storta and walk along the roadside until you turn into a trail that ends in the outskirts of Rome. Climb through the wooded environment of Monte Mario, from where you will appreciate panoramic views of Rome and The Vatican City.

Overnight: Rome

Day 7. Free day in Rome

Explore the many fascinating sights of ancient Rome including the Pantheon, Colosseum and Forum. Stroll through the bustling streets of Trastevere or Campo di Fiore. Visit Saint Peter’s Basilica and The Vatican City, where you can also collect your pilgrim certificate for the Via Francigena, known as the Testimonium.

Overnight: Rome