Stage 36: Vevey to Aigle
Walk 24 km from Vevey to Aigle on the Via Francigena pilgrimage trail through Italy.
Distance
24 km
Elevation gain
388 m
Elevation loss
356 m
Time
~6 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Terrain
Mixed
Highlights along the way
- Montreux lakefront
- Chillon Castle
- Aigle Castle
- Rhone Valley vineyards
What to expect on this stage
Stage 36 of the Via Francigena takes you 24 km from Vevey to Aigle through Italy, climbing 388 metres and descending 356 metres over mixed terrain. Most walkers complete this stage in around 6 hours at a steady pace. The terrain is rated moderate, with abundant 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.