Stage 59: Pontremoli to Aulla
Walk 22 km from Pontremoli to Aulla on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through Italy.
Distance
22 km
Elevation gain
158 m
Elevation loss
324 m
Time
~6 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Terrain
Valley
Highlights along the way
- Magra River valley
- Lunigiana castles
- Brunella Fortress
What to expect on this stage
Stage 59 of the Via Francigena takes you 22 km from Pontremoli to Aulla through Italy, climbing 158 metres and descending 324 metres over valley. Most walkers complete this stage in around 6 hours at a steady pace. The terrain is rated moderate, with good water sources along the way and good 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.