Stage 33: Orbe to Cossonay
Walk 20 km from Orbe to Cossonay on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through Switzerland.
Distance
20 km
Elevation gain
229 m
Elevation loss
129 m
Time
~5 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Terrain
Mixed
Highlights along the way
- Orbe Roman mosaics
- Swiss Plateau farmland
- Cossonay old town
What to expect on this stage
Stage 33 of the Via Francigena takes you 20 km from Orbe to Cossonay through Switzerland, climbing 229 metres and descending 129 metres over mixed terrain. Most walkers complete this stage in around 5 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.