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Day 1 – Pontremoli
Independent arrival in Pontremoli by 2:00 p.m.
Visit to the Museum of the Statue Stele and the historic town centre, followed by dinner at a local trattoria.
Overnight stay in local accommodation.
Day 2 – From Pontremoli to Aulla
Train transfer to Filattiera.
Visit to the Parish Church of Sorano and the village.
Walk along the Via Francigena from Filattiera to Aulla. In case of bad weather, the shorter Filattiera–Villafranca section will be followed, including a visit to the Ethnographic Museum of Villafranca and a bus transfer to Aulla.
Dinner and overnight stay in local accommodation.
Technical Information: Full itinerary (Filattiera–Aulla): 22 km, +300 m / -400 m. Alternative itinerary in case of bad weather (Filattiera–Villafranca): 8 km, virtually no elevation change
Day 3 – From Aulla to Fosdinovo
Visit to the Museum of San Caprasio.
Walk from Aulla to Fosdinovo.
Visit to the Museum of the Resistance and lunch.
Accommodation in local B&Bs.
Dinner at a restaurant.
Technical Information: 17 km, +820 m / -380 m. A short bus transfer is available to reduce both distance and elevation gain.
Day 4 – From Fosdinovo to Sarzana
Walk from Fosdinovo to Sarzana.
Visit to the historic centre of Sarzana.
Departure in the afternoon.
Technical Information: 8 km, +10 m / -480 m
The trek will take place even in the event of adverse weather conditions, with only minor adjustments to the itinerary if necessary.
Accommodation with breakfast as specified in the programme3 dinners as specified in the itineraryEntrance fees and guided visits included in the programmeBus and train transfers during the journeyTravel, Medical, Baggage & Cancellation Insurance, including Covid-19 coverageCertified Environmental Hiking Guide (GAE) for the Piedmont Region – Roberta FerrarisPre-departure video call to present the tripA special welcome gift
Anything not specifically listed under "Included Services"Optional luggage transfer service upon requestOptional transfers to the meeting point and from the end point of the tourSingle room supplement (where available)Food & Local Specialties: Discover the authentic flavours of Lunigiana, including traditional herb pies, Pontremoli testaroli, Aulla panigacci, sgabei, torta sema, farinata, and spongata. If you have never tasted them before, this journey offers the perfect opportunity for a memorable culinary experience.
Region, Society & Environment: The Via Francigena between Emilia-Romagna and Tuscany has played an important role in revitalising the small communities of the Apennines. Following the opening of the A15 motorway in 1975, many towns experienced a decline in traffic and local economic activity. The growing number of pilgrims walking the Francigena has helped support guesthouses, B&Bs, local shops, and community initiatives. At the Pieve di Sorano, we encounter some of the most inspiring local projects and organisations that contribute to the vitality of this mountain region.
Difficulty Level: Moderate. The route follows hiking trails, gravel paths, mule tracks, short stretches of quiet paved roads, and cycle-pedestrian paths.
Departure: Meeting point at Pontremoli Railway Station at approximately 2:00 p.m.
Arrival: Arrival in Sarzana in the late morning. Departure planned during the early afternoon.
Guide: Roberta Ferraris, certified environmental hiking guide for the Piedmont Region. She is also the author of the official guidebook to the Via Francigena, published by Terre di Mezzo Editore.
For further information, please contact the guide at +39 334 226 5612.
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