HomeTrailsVia Francigena - 01 Valle d'Aosta vs Via Francigena - 07 Lazio

Via Francigena - 01 Valle d'Aosta 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.

Via Francigena - 01 Valle d'Aosta Via Francigena - 07 Lazio
Distance 285 km 425 km
Elevation gain
Typical duration
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country Italy Italy
Best time to hike Best from November to November Best from November to January
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

Via Francigena - 01 Valle d'Aosta vs Via Francigena - 07 Lazio: which should you hike?

At 425 km, Via Francigena - 07 Lazio is the longer route — roughly 140 km more than Via Francigena - 01 Valle d'Aosta (285 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 - 01 Valle d'Aosta 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.