HomeTrailsAlta Via n. 1 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 16 vs Via Francigena - 03 Lombardia

Alta Via n. 1 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 16 vs Via Francigena - 03 Lombardia

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

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Alta Via n. 1 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 16 Via Francigena - 03 Lombardia
Distance 4.7 mi8 km 74 mi119 km
Elevation gain 1,378 ft420 m 299 ft91 m
Typical duration 1 day 5 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 - 03 Lombardia: which should you hike?

At 74 mi119 km, Via Francigena - 03 Lombardia is the longer route — roughly 69 mi111 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.