The way of St Francis
Subtitle: via di Francesco: from Florence to Assisi and Rome
By: by Sandy Brown
Edition: First edition.
Published: 2015
Language: eng
Number of pages: 281
ISBN-13: 9781852846268
Subjects: Christian shrines; Guidebooks; Christian pilgrims and pilgrimages
Other titles: Via di Francesco; Trekking the way of St Francis; Way of Saint Francis; Cicerone way of St Francis
Description: 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 Assisi 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.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 280-281).