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Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 vs Via Francigena - Variante Abbadia San Salvatore

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. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 Via Francigena - Variante Abbadia San Salvatore
Distance 10.0 mi16 km 16 mi25 km
Elevation gain 4,170 ft1,271 m 2,343 ft714 m
Typical duration 1 day 2 days
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network Regional International
Country Italy Italy
Best time to hike Best from July to August Best from November to November
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 vs Via Francigena - Variante Abbadia San Salvatore: which should you hike?

At 16 mi25 km, Via Francigena - Variante Abbadia San Salvatore is the longer route — roughly 5.8 mi9 km more than Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 (10.0 mi16 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. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 7 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.