Stage 26: Dampierre-sur-Salon to Gy
Walk 24 km from Dampierre-sur-Salon to Gy on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through France.
Distance
24 km
Elevation gain
288 m
Elevation loss
205 m
Time
~6.5 h
Difficulty
Easy
Terrain
Mixed
Highlights along the way
- Gy castle
- Franche-Comté vineyards
- Hilltop village views
What to expect on this stage
Stage 26 of the Via Francigena takes you 24 km from Dampierre-sur-Salon to Gy through France, climbing 288 metres and descending 205 metres over mixed terrain. Most walkers complete this stage in around 6.5 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.