Stage 24: Langres to Champlitte
Walk 32 km from Langres to Champlitte on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through France.
Distance
32 km
Elevation gain
203 m
Elevation loss
455 m
Time
~8.5 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Terrain
Mixed
Highlights along the way
- Champlitte Renaissance architecture
- Museum of popular arts
- Langres plateau descent
What to expect on this stage
Stage 24 of the Via Francigena takes you 32 km from Langres to Champlitte through France, climbing 203 metres and descending 455 metres over mixed terrain. Most walkers complete this stage in around 8.5 hours at a steady pace. The terrain is rated moderate, 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.