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Stage 16: Reims to Trépail

Walk 28 km from Reims to Trépail on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through France.

Distance

28 km

Elevation gain

374 m

Elevation loss

209 m

Time

~7.5 h

Difficulty

Moderate

Terrain

Mixed

Highlights along the way

Montagne de Reims
Champagne vineyards
Grand Cru villages
Verzenay lighthouse

What to expect on this stage

Stage 16 of the Via Francigena takes you 28 km from Reims to Trépail through France, climbing 374 metres and descending 209 metres over mixed terrain. Most walkers complete this stage in around 7.5 hours at a steady pace. The terrain is rated moderate, with moderate water sources along the way and good shade.

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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.