Stage 9: Bruay-la-Buissière to Arras
Walk 30 km from Bruay-la-Buissière to Arras on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through France.
Distance
30 km
Elevation gain
252 m
Elevation loss
214 m
Time
~8 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Terrain
Mixed
Highlights along the way
- Arras Grand'Place
- Arras Belfry (UNESCO)
- Wellington Tunnels
- Flemish Baroque architecture
What to expect on this stage
Stage 9 of the Via Francigena takes you 30 km from Bruay-la-Buissière to Arras through France, climbing 252 metres and descending 214 metres over mixed terrain. Most walkers complete this stage in around 8 hours at a steady pace. The terrain is rated moderate, with abundant water sources along the way and partial shade.
Getting there
Public transport access: train.
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.