Stage 56: Fidenza to Fornovo di Taro
Walk 32 km from Fidenza to Fornovo di Taro on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through Italy.
Distance
32 km
Elevation gain
170 m
Elevation loss
86 m
Time
~8 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Terrain
Mixed
Highlights along the way
- Taro river valley
- Transition to Apennine foothills
- Medesano village
- Fornovo Romanesque church
What to expect on this stage
Stage 56 of the Via Francigena takes you 32 km from Fidenza to Fornovo di Taro through Italy, climbing 170 metres and descending 86 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 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.