Author(s): The Reverend Sandy Brown

Travel Guides

The 2000km Via Francigena route from Canterbury to Rome is one of the great pilgrim paths of the world. Following Archbishop Sigeric's itinerary from 990 AD, the final 410km crosses through the heart of beautiful Tuscany, whose vineyards and rolling hills offer endless enchanting vistas. Tuscany's medieval towns of Lucca, San Gimignano and Siena are known worldwide for their well-preserved atmosphere, and the charming villages of Monteriggioni, San Quirico d'Orcia and Radicofani are waiting to be discovered. Once in Lazio, the rolling, volcanic ridges and valleys hold scenic and historic gems, like the azure waters of Lake Bolsena and the ancient Etruscan City of Sutri, Acquapendente, Bolsena and Viterbo rival their Tuscan neighbors for medieval charm, but nothing compares to the joy of walking into the Eternal City of Rome with its 2500 years of archeological, architectural and artistic treasures. suitable for walkers of all levels, best walked in Spring and Autumn, packed with useful information about pilgrim accommodation and facilities Book jacket.