Stage 72: Ponte d'Arbia to San Quirico d'Orcia
Walk 27 km from Ponte d'Arbia to San Quirico d'Orcia on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through Italy.
Distance
27 km
Elevation gain
386 m
Elevation loss
165 m
Time
~7 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Terrain
Hills
Highlights along the way
- Val d'Orcia (UNESCO)
- Classic Tuscan cypress-lined roads
- San Quirico Collegiate Church
- Horti Leonini gardens
What to expect on this stage
Stage 72 of the Via Francigena takes you 27 km from Ponte d'Arbia to San Quirico d'Orcia through Italy, climbing 386 metres and descending 165 metres over hills. Most walkers complete this stage in around 7 hours at a steady pace. The terrain is rated moderate, with limited water sources along the way and poor 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.