Stage 12: Péronne to Tergnier
Walk 30 km from Péronne to Tergnier on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through France.
Distance
30 km
Elevation gain
229 m
Elevation loss
229 m
Time
~8 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Terrain
Mixed
Highlights along the way
- Canal de Saint-Quentin towpath
- Somme valley
- Rural Picardy villages
What to expect on this stage
Stage 12 of the Via Francigena takes you 30 km from Péronne to Tergnier through France, climbing 229 metres and descending 229 metres over mixed terrain. Most walkers complete this stage in around 8 hours at a steady pace. The terrain is rated moderate, with moderate water sources along the way and partial shade.
Getting there
Public transport access: train.
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.