Stage 19: Coole to Brienne-le-Château
Walk 28 km from Coole to Brienne-le-Château on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through France.
Distance
28 km
Elevation gain
233 m
Elevation loss
231 m
Time
~7.5 h
Difficulty
Easy
Terrain
Mixed
Highlights along the way
- Napoleon's military school
- Brienne-le-Château historic center
- Transition from plain to hills
What to expect on this stage
Stage 19 of the Via Francigena takes you 28 km from Coole to Brienne-le-Château through France, climbing 233 metres and descending 231 metres over mixed terrain. Most walkers complete this stage in around 7.5 hours at a steady pace. The terrain is rated easy, with moderate water sources along the way and partial 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.