Stage 75: Acquapendente to Bolsena
Walk 23 km from Acquapendente to Bolsena on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through Italy.
Distance
23 km
Elevation gain
154 m
Elevation loss
216 m
Time
~6 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Terrain
Hills
Highlights along the way
- Lake Bolsena (largest volcanic lake in Europe)
- Miracle of Bolsena basilica
- Lakeside promenade
- Castello Monaldeschi
What to expect on this stage
Stage 75 of the Via Francigena takes you 23 km from Acquapendente to Bolsena through Italy, climbing 154 metres and descending 216 metres over hills. Most walkers complete this stage in around 6 hours at a steady pace. The terrain is rated moderate, with good water sources along the way and good shade.
About the Via Francigena
The Via Francigena is the ancient 1,900 km pilgrimage route from Canterbury, England to Rome, Italy, recorded in 990 AD by Archbishop Sigeric of Canterbury. It crosses England, France, Switzerland and Italy across 84 daily stages, ending at St Peter's Square in the Vatican.