HomeTrailsAlta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 9 vs Via Francigena - 04 Emilia Romagna

Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 9 vs Via Francigena - 04 Emilia Romagna

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 9 Via Francigena - 04 Emilia Romagna
Distance 5.1 mi8 km 93 mi150 km
Elevation gain 66 ft20 m 3,612 ft1,101 m
Typical duration 1 day 6 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. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 9 vs Via Francigena - 04 Emilia Romagna: which should you hike?

At 93 mi150 km, Via Francigena - 04 Emilia Romagna is the longer route — roughly 88 mi141 km more than Alta Via n. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 9 (5.1 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. 2 della Valle d'Aosta - Tappa 9 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.