HomeTrailsAlta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 8 vs Via Francigena - 07 Lazio

Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 8 vs Via Francigena - 07 Lazio

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 8 Via Francigena - 07 Lazio
Distance 11.0 mi17 km 264 mi425 km
Elevation gain 5,427 ft1,654 m 9,600 ft2,926 m
Typical duration 2 days 17 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 January
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 8 vs Via Francigena - 07 Lazio: which should you hike?

At 264 mi425 km, Via Francigena - 07 Lazio is the longer route — roughly 254 mi408 km more than Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 8 (11.0 mi17 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 8 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.