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Via Francigena from Lucca to Siena (Classic Pace)
Walk from Lucca to Siena on a 9-night classic-pace Via Francigena pilgrimage. Tuscany’s medieval towns, vineyards, and hill views with...
Daily Itinerary
Day 5 - San Miniato to Gambassi Terme
Day 5 - San Miniato to Gambassi Terme
Description
Walk ridge paths through vineyards, olive groves, and wide Tuscan views. End in Gambassi Terme, home to hot springs and a gentle hilltop sunset.
distance: 24 km
ascent: 552 m
descent: 368 m
% hard surfaces: 31
difficulty rating: 7
Day 6 - Gambassi Terme to San Gimignano
Day 6 - Gambassi Terme to San Gimignano
Description
A shorter day through rolling farmland and chestnut woods. Arrive in San Gimignano, the “city of towers,” with time for gelato, museums, and medieval piazzas.
distance: 13.7 km
ascent: 396 m
descent: 392 m
% hard surfaces: 48
difficulty rating: 7
Day 7 - San Gimignano to Monteriggioni
Day 7 - San Gimignano to Monteriggioni
Description
One of the trip’s most beautiful stages. Pass Roman road stones, quiet farm villas, and vineyards before the dramatic arrival at Monteriggioni’s circular fortress walls.
distance: 30.6 km
ascent: 564 m
descent: 638 m
% hard surfaces: 39
difficulty rating: 8
Day 8 - Monteriggioni to Siena
Day 8 - Monteriggioni to Siena
Description
Fields and forest tracks lead toward Siena’s medieval gates. Enter through ancient walls and conclude at Piazza del Campo, one of Italy’s great urban spaces.
distance: 20.4 km
ascent: 368 m
descent: 300 m
% hard surfaces: 42
difficulty rating: 7
Day 9 - Siena Bonus Day
Day 9 - Siena Bonus Day
Description
A free day exploring Siena’s museums, Duomo, Gothic palaces, and cafés. Optional wine tastings or day trips to the Crete Senesi.
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% hard surfaces: 0
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Day 10 - Depart Siena
Day 10 - Depart Siena
Description
Transfers and farewells after a week in Tuscany’s golden hills.
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Day 1 - Arrive in Lucca
Day 1 - Arrive in Lucca
Description
Settle into one of Italy’s most elegant small cities. Walk the historic walls, visit San Martino Cathedral, and enjoy dinner in Lucca’s leafy piazzas.
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% hard surfaces: 0
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Day 2 - Bonus Day in Lucca
Day 2 - Bonus Day in Lucca
Description
A free day to explore Lucca’s museums, churches, towers, and gardens. Optional city bike ride, Cathedral treasures, or the world-class Puccini museum.
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ascent: 0 m
descent: 0 m
% hard surfaces: 0
difficulty rating: 0
Day 4 - Lucca to San Miniato
Day 4 - Lucca to San Miniato
Description
A longer stage across forest tracks and historic Medici waterways. Finish with a scenic ascent to San Miniato’s skyline of towers, cathedral square, and Tuscan restaurants.
distance: 28.7 km
ascent: 353 m
descent: 225 m
% hard surfaces: 39
difficulty rating: 8
Day 3 - Lucca to Altopascio
Day 3 - Lucca to Altopascio
Description
A pleasant first walk through Lucca's suburbs with Romanesque churches in Capannori and Porcari, along the historic Via Vecchia Romana. Reach Altopascio, long known as a medieval pilgrim town with ancient hospitality traditions.
distance: 18.3 km
ascent: 94 m
descent: 101 m
% hard surfaces: 94
difficulty rating: 6
Via Francigena from Lucca to Siena (Gentle Pace)
A slower, scenic 11-night Via Francigena walk from Lucca to Siena with shorter daily stages, hotel nights in Lucca and...
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Day 12 - Depart Siena
Day 12 - Depart Siena
Description
Departure after a memorable journey through Tuscany.
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% hard surfaces: 0
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Day 11 - Bonus day in Siena
Day 11 - Bonus day in Siena
Description
A full rest day in Siena with museum visits, Duomo complex, cafés, and optional wine excursions.
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% hard surfaces: 0
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Day 1 - Arrive in Lucca
Day 1 - Arrive in Lucca
Description
Settle into one of Italy’s most elegant small cities. Walk the historic walls, visit San Martino Cathedral, and enjoy dinner in Lucca’s leafy piazzas.
distance: 0 km
ascent: 0 m
descent: 0 m
% hard surfaces: 0
difficulty rating: 0
Day 2 - Bonus day in Lucca
Day 2 - Bonus day in Lucca
Description
Settle into beautiful Lucca, stroll the walls, and enjoy Tuscan cuisine.
distance: 0 km
ascent: 0 m
descent: 0 m
% hard surfaces: 0
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Day 3 - Lucca to Altopascio
Day 3 - Lucca to Altopascio
Description
Follow peaceful lanes into Altopascio, famous for medieval hospitality on the Via Francigena.
distance: 18.3 km
ascent: 94 m
descent: 101 m
% hard surfaces: 94
difficulty rating: 6
Day 4 - Lucca to Ponte a Cappiano (Fucecchio)
Day 4 - Lucca to Ponte a Cappiano (Fucecchio)
Description
A shorter stage through forests and quiet farmland. End near the restored Renaissance bridge and the lively town center (if private room option is selected, the route continues 5km to Fucecchio, shortening the next stage by 5km)
distance: 14.3 km
ascent: 157 m
descent: 157 m
% hard surfaces: 35
difficulty rating: 6
Day 10 - Monteriggioni to Siena
Day 10 - Monteriggioni to Siena
Description
Picturesque farms and forest trails lead to Siena’s medieval gates and Piazza del Campo.
distance: 20.4 km
ascent: 368 m
descent: 300 m
% hard surfaces: 42
difficulty rating: 7
Day 9 - Colle di Val d'Elsa to Monteriggioni
Day 9 - Colle di Val d'Elsa to Monteriggioni
Description
Pilgrims follow peaceful tracks and vineyards to Monteriggioni’s iconic circular fortress walls.
distance: 17.6 km
ascent: 318 m
descent: 258 m
% hard surfaces: 32
difficulty rating: 7
Day 8 - San Gimignano to Colle di Val d'Elsa
Day 8 - San Gimignano to Colle di Val d'Elsa
Description
A comfortable day through rural Tuscany to Colle di Val d’Elsa, known for stone lanes, crystal artisans, and charming medieval streets.
distance: 17 km
ascent: 294 m
descent: 448 m
% hard surfaces: 50
difficulty rating: 7
Day 7 - Gambassi Terme to San Gimignano
Day 7 - Gambassi Terme to San Gimignano
Description
Forest paths and farmland lead to San Gimignano’s medieval towers and beautiful piazzas.
distance: 13.7 km
ascent: 396 m
descent: 392 m
% hard surfaces: 48
difficulty rating: 6
Day 6 - San Miniato to Gambassi Terme
Day 6 - San Miniato to Gambassi Terme
Description
Walk historic ridges, vineyards, and olive groves before arriving to Gambassi’s hot-spring spa town.
distance: 24 km
ascent: 552 m
descent: 368 m
% hard surfaces: 31
difficulty rating: 8
Day 5 - Ponte a Cappiano (Fucecchio) to San Miniato
Day 5 - Ponte a Cappiano (Fucecchio) to San Miniato
Description
Rolling country paths lead toward the hilltop skyline of San Miniato with its cathedral, tower, and scenic panoramic terraces (if private room option is chosen, the overnight is Fucecchio and the distance of this stage is reduced by 5km)
distance: 14.4 km
ascent: 198 m
descent: 66 m
% hard surfaces: 43
difficulty rating: 6
Siena to Rome – 16-Night Via Francigena Walking Pilgrimage
Walk from Siena to Rome on a 16-night self-guided Via Francigena pilgrimage. Crete Senesi, Val d’Orcia, Bolsena, Viterbo, Sutri, and...
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Day 17 - Depart Rome
Day 17 - Depart Rome
Description
Departure day. Enjoy a last cappuccino, confirm onward travel, and pack your credential with pride. Your Francigena journey from Siena to Rome is complete—arrivederci, and until the next camino.
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Day 16 - Bonus Day in Rome
Day 16 - Bonus Day in Rome
Description
A free day in Rome. Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the Scavi (with advance booking), and the historic center. Reflect at pilgrim churches like San Paolo and San Giovanni. Enjoy a final dinner near lively piazzas.
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Day 15 - La Storta to Rome
Day 15 - La Storta to Rome
Description
The classic finale: follow urban lanes and parks to Monte Mario (Mons Gaudii) for the first view of St. Peter’s dome. Descend to the Tiber and enter Vatican City—a powerful close to your pilgrimage. Collect your final stamp and celebrate.
distance: 18.9 km
ascent: 168 m
descent: 308 m
% hard surfaces: 66
difficulty rating: 7
Day 11 - Viterbo to Vetralla
Day 11 - Viterbo to Vetralla
Description
An easier stage through chestnut woods, hazelnut groves, and farm tracks. Waymarking is good; Navigo helps at woodland junctions. Finish in Vetralla, a classic Tuscia town with cafés and simple pilgrim-friendly eateries.
distance: 16.7 km
ascent: 239 m
descent: 263 m
% hard surfaces: 51
difficulty rating: 7
Day 4 - Ponte d'Arbia to San Quirico d'Orcia
Day 4 - Ponte d'Arbia to San Quirico d'Orcia
Description
Quiet lanes and gravel roads climb into the Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO landscape of cypresses and wheat fields. Pause in Buonconvento if routing permits, then continue to elegant San Quirico d’Orcia—Romanesque churches, manicured gardens, and perfect sunset light across rolling hills.
distance: 26.2 km
ascent: 675 m
descent: 410 m
% hard surfaces: 25
difficulty rating: 8
Day 5 - San Quirico d'Orcia to Gallina
Day 5 - San Quirico d'Orcia to Gallina
Description
A shorter, scenic day. Walk the classic lane to Bagno Vignoni, where hot springs steam beside stone buildings. Enjoy a long lunch or foot soak, then continue gentle countryside paths to Gallina. Rest early—the Radicofani climb comes tomorrow.
distance: 16.7 km
ascent: 436 m
descent: 486 m
% hard surfaces: 13
difficulty rating: 7
Day 6 - Gallina to Radicofani
Day 6 - Gallina to Radicofani
Description
A memorable ascent to Radicofani, topped by its fortress tower and sweeping 360° views. The approach rolls across open country before the final climb. Explore narrow lanes, visit San Pietro church, and watch golden light spill across the Val d’Orcia at dusk.
distance: 16.1 km
ascent: 575 m
descent: 147 m
% hard surfaces: 39
difficulty rating: 8
Day 7 - Radicofani to Acquapendente
Day 7 - Radicofani to Acquapendente
Description
Descend Radicofani’s ridge to valley floors, passing old post stations of the Via Cassia. Cross into Lazio and enter Acquapendente, famed for its crypt and lively corso. Stock up for tomorrow; services can be spaced out along the way.
distance: 23.1 km
ascent: 269 m
descent: 674 m
% hard surfaces: 52
difficulty rating: 7
Day 8 - Acquapendente to Bolsena
Day 8 - Acquapendente to Bolsena
Description
Field paths and oak woods lead to Bolsena Lake, the largest volcanic lake in Europe. The final kilometers trace shaded lanes before the lakeside promenade. Enjoy a swim in season, visit Santa Cristina, and savor fresh lake fish for dinner.
distance: 23.1 km
ascent: 326 m
descent: 384 m
% hard surfaces: 25
difficulty rating: 8
Day 9 - Bolsena to Montefiascone
Day 9 - Bolsena to Montefiascone
Description
Climb steady woodland tracks and vineyard lanes to Montefiascone, crowned by its cathedral dome. Taste the local “Est! Est!! Est!!!” wine, then wander panoramic terraces with views back to the lake and forward toward Viterbo and the Cimini hills.
distance: 18.1 km
ascent: 583 m
descent: 305 m
% hard surfaces: 37
difficulty rating: 7
Day 14 - Campagnano di Roma to La Storta
Day 14 - Campagnano di Roma to La Storta
Description
Enter Veio Regional Park, walking shaded trails, lanes, and occasional suburban stretches as Rome’s orbit nears. La Storta offers essential services and a simple overnight before the final day’s approach to St. Peter’s.
distance: 24.3 km
ascent: 395 m
descent: 508 m
% hard surfaces: 48
difficulty rating: 7
Day 12 - Vetralla to Sutri
Day 12 - Vetralla to Sutri
Description
Varied walking through oak forests and tufa cuts leads to Sutri’s archaeological park and extraordinary rock-cut amphitheater. Explore the mithraeum-turned-church and medieval center. Sunset light on tufa walls makes this one of the route’s most atmospheric evenings.
distance: 24 km
ascent: 329 m
descent: 339 m
% hard surfaces: 30
difficulty rating: 7
Day 10 - Montefiascone to Viterbo
Day 10 - Montefiascone to Viterbo
Description
Follow some of the best-preserved Roman paving on the Francigena before descending toward Viterbo. Enter the medieval San Pellegrino quarter’s stone lanes and fountains. Perfect evening for a trattoria meal and a quiet walk through lamp-lit squares.
distance: 18.1 km
ascent: 156 m
descent: 430 m
% hard surfaces: 24
difficulty rating: 6
Day 1 - Arrive in Siena
Day 1 - Arrive in Siena
Description
Arrive in Siena, settle into your lodging, and stroll medieval streets to the fan-shaped Piazza del Campo. Visit the Duomo complex or people-watch with a coffee.
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% hard surfaces: 0
difficulty rating: 0
Day 2 - Bonus Day in Siena
Day 2 - Bonus Day in Siena
Description
A free day to explore Siena’s Gothic treasures: the Duomo, Piccolomini Library, and contrade lanes. Shop for picnic supplies, confirm opening hours along your route, and enjoy a leisurely dinner—your last evening before the trail unfolds south across the Crete Senesi.
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Day 3 - Siena to Ponte d'Arbia
Day 3 - Siena to Ponte d'Arbia
Description
Undulating tracks cross the Crete Senesi—clay hillscapes, lone farmhouses, and wide horizons. Expect field paths, white roads, and village stops for water and coffee. Finish by the Ombrone plain at Ponte d’Arbia, with a simple pilgrim welcome and a well-earned meal.
distance: 25.5 km
ascent: 214 m
descent: 399 m
% hard surfaces: 37
difficulty rating: 7
Day 13 - Sutri to Campagnano di Roma
Day 13 - Sutri to Campagnano di Roma
Description
A longer but rewarding day across rural Lazio toward Campagnano di Roma. Expect farm tracks, small towns for coffee, and sections through the Veio countryside. Arrive to a friendly centro storico with good bakeries and gelaterie for refueling.
distance: 27.5 km
ascent: 331 m
descent: 354 m
% hard surfaces: 43
difficulty rating: 7
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