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Alta Via n. 1 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 17 vs Via Francigena - Variante per Quartaia

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

Alta Via n. 1 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 17 Via Francigena - Variante per Quartaia
Distance 12 km 12 km
Elevation gain 323 m 223 m
Typical duration — —
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 17 vs Via Francigena - Variante per Quartaia: which should you hike?

At 12 km, Alta Via n. 1 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 17 is the longer route — roughly 0 km more than Via Francigena - Variante per Quartaia (12 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Via Francigena - Variante per Quartaia 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.