Stage 74: Radicofani to Acquapendente
Walk 23 km from Radicofani to Acquapendente on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through Italy.
Distance
23 km
Elevation gain
181 m
Elevation loss
605 m
Time
~6 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Terrain
Hills
Highlights along the way
- Crossing into Lazio
- Acquapendente Cathedral (Holy Sepulchre relic)
- Tuscan-Lazio border landscapes
What to expect on this stage
Stage 74 of the Via Francigena takes you 23 km from Radicofani to Acquapendente through Italy, climbing 181 metres and descending 605 metres over hills. Most walkers complete this stage in around 6 hours at a steady pace. The terrain is rated moderate, with moderate water sources along the way and moderate 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.