Stage 67: Gambassi Terme to San Gimignano
Walk 14 km from Gambassi Terme to San Gimignano on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through Italy.
Distance
14 km
Elevation gain
350 m
Elevation loss
368 m
Time
~4 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Terrain
Hills
Highlights along the way
- San Gimignano medieval towers (UNESCO)
- Vernaccia di San Gimignano wine
- Piazza della Cisterna
- Medieval Manhattan skyline
What to expect on this stage
Stage 67 of the Via Francigena takes you 14 km from Gambassi Terme to San Gimignano through Italy, climbing 350 metres and descending 368 metres over hills. Most walkers complete this stage in around 4 hours at a steady pace. The terrain is rated moderate, with moderate 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.