Mon, Apr 04
|San Gimignano
Via Francigena I First Hike in Series ( repeat) April 4-6 2022
This is a repeat hike of the First in the series.
Time & Location
Apr 04, 2022, 8:00 AM GMT+2 – Apr 06, 2022, 6:00 PM GMT+2
San Gimignano, 53037 San Gimignano, Province of Siena, Italy
Guests
About the Event
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Monday April 4th, 2022 Walk from SAN GIMIGNANO to COLLE VAL D’LESA
Meeting point: 9:00am Sharp at Porta San Giovanni
Porta San Giovanni, Via S. Giovanni, 126, 53037 San Gimignano SI
https://goo.gl/maps/pbRWwiQt5rWsBwyT8
Description: As we leave the tower houses of San Gimignano behind, we enter into beautiful fields of the Tuscan countryside complete with lovely chapels, gorgeous country houses immersed in the flora and fauna. A we enter Colle Val d’ Elsa we are reminded why it is called the city of crystal and paper. We will have the opportunity to discover this hidden gem.
Distance: 14km walk
Total climb: +/- 200m
Approx. actual walking time: 5 Hours
Terrain: mixed terrain: alternating stretches of dirt roads, forest paths, crossings of fields and urban parts in asphalt.
Level: Moderate
What to bring: See packing List
Cancellation policy: March 1 . After this date refunds only if we or you get a replacement.
LA Accommodation: Palazzo Pacini https://www.palazzopacini.com/
Via Gracco del Secco, 14, 53034 Colle di Val d'Elsa SI
The Historical Residence Palazzo Pacini is a recently restored 17th century dwelling that retains its structural and historical features in perfect harmony with the most innovative technology in a refined atmosphere.
Day 2: Tuesday April 5, 2022: Walk from COLLE VAL D’ELSA – MONTERIGGIONI
Meeting point: 8:00am Sharp at Palazzo Pacini
Via Gracco del Secco, 14, 53034 Colle di Val d'Elsa SI
Google maps https://goo.gl/maps/bBPNzRD6moN9yaFU8
Description: One of the most beautiful routes along Via Francigena. Walking along the river Elsa natural park will be lovely and refreshing. We will reach Strove and Abbadia Isola, a Benedictine abbey founded in 1001. The arrival in Monteriggioni will be super panoramic, the castle is really well preserved and full of hidden corners.
Distance: 19km
Total climb: +/- 160 m
Approx. actual walking time: 6 Hours
Terrain: Mixed: alternating stretches of dirt roads, forest paths, crossings of fields and urban parts, in asphalt.
Level: Moderate
What to bring: See packing List
Cancellation policy: March 1. After this date refunds only if we or you get a replacement.
LA Accommodation: TBD
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Day 3 Wednesday April 6, 2022: Walk from MONTERIGGIONI to SIENA
The longest and most gorgeous stretch of our pilgrimage. We will walk for a while in the Montagnola oak tree forest and step by step we will discover the amazing castles, villas and country houses of Siena surroundings. We will enter downtown by the Camollia Gate that welcome us with the inscription “Cor magis tibi Sena pandit”: Siena opens a bigger heart to you, than the door you are crossing”.
Distance: 21km
Total climb: +/- 120 m
Approx. actual walking time: 8 Hours
Terrain: Mixed: alternating stretches of dirt roads, forest paths, crossings of fields and urban parts, in asphalt.
Level: Moderate Plus
What to bring: See packing List
Cancellation policy: March 1 . After this date refunds only if we or you get a replacement.
Celebratory Apericena: TBD