HomeTrailsAlta Via n. 1 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 16 vs Via Francigena - 01 Valle d'Aosta

Alta Via n. 1 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 16 vs Via Francigena - 01 Valle d'Aosta

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

Units
Alta Via n. 1 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 16 Via Francigena - 01 Valle d'Aosta
Distance 4.7 mi8 km 58 mi93 km
Elevation gain 1,378 ft420 m 3,238 ft987 m
Typical duration 1 day 4 days
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network Regional International
Country Italy Italy
Best time to hike Best from August to August Best from November to November
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Alta Via n. 1 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 16 vs Via Francigena - 01 Valle d'Aosta: which should you hike?

At 58 mi93 km, Via Francigena - 01 Valle d'Aosta is the longer route — roughly 53 mi86 km more than Alta Via n. 1 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 16 (4.7 mi8 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Alta Via n. 1 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 16 is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.