Published: 8 Sep 2015 Reprinted: 21 Nov 2019 Edition: First Pages: 288 Size:
17.2 x 11.6 x 1.6cm Weight: 320g This guidebook to the Way of St Francis
describes a 550km month-long pilgrim trail through the green heart of Italy. The
route begins at Florence and goes through Assisi before its climax in Rome,
exploring the mountains of Umbria, Tuscany and Lazio on the way. The route is
split into 28 stages, each graded from 'easy' to 'hard'. Some stages include
steep climbs and descents, but no special gear is required. Alongside a detailed
route description, colour maps and accommodation information, the guidebook
contains a concise biography of Francis of Assissi and stories of his life that
relate to each location visited. Also included is a walking tour of the Seven
Pilgrim Churches of Rome. This book is a trove of information that makes a
perfect companion for anyone setting out to walk the Way of St Francis. The Way
of St Francis is one of the most popular pilgrim routes in Italy, and it offers
a great range of sights: olive groves, vineyards, Renaissance Florence, the
Casentino National Forest, hilltop towns, ancient ruins, mountains, the Marmore
Falls, the Vatican City and more.