Tag: Hiking
-
50 types of people you’ll meet on the Camino de Santiago
We love the Camino de Santiago. It is without a doubt, our happy place. We’ve shared some fantastic times on the way and we’ve met so many amazing people. In fact, we cannot talk highly enough of the Camino community. But, we thought that it was about time we all…
-
Do you need cash or card on the Camino de Santiago?
One important question you might have when preparing for the Camino de Santiago, is whether you need cash or card on the Camino? This short guide will help you to prep for your big adventure. Do you need cash on the Camino de Santiago? In Spain and Portugal, the currency…
-
Tips for walking the Via Francigena Toscana
Based on our recent walk from Lucca to Rome, we’ve put together a list of tips for walking the Via Francigena in Tuscany and Lazio. Here are our best tips and tricks to help you get the most from your hiking adventure in Italy. Via Francigena Toscana Tips: Beware of…
-
What time of year should you walk the Via Francigena?
The time of year that you decide to walk the Via Francigena will have one of the biggest impacts of any decisions you make. If you are walking the full route, you can expect this to take you between ten and sixteen weeks, depending on your walking pace and your…
-
What to eat on the Via Francigena?
In Tuscany and Lazio If you’re planning to walk the full Via Francigena, or part of it from Lucca or Siena to Rome, you may be excitedly wondering about the food on route. From restaurants, to food shopping and sampling local specialities – here’s our guide to what to eat…
-
Best restaurants on the Via Francigena in Tuscany and Lazio
Chances are, if you choose to walk the Via Francigena through Tuscany and Lazio, you might consider yourself to be a bit of a foodie. This stretch of the Via Francigena is an obvious choice for anyone who loves food and dining! We recently walked from Lucca to Rome enjoying…
-
Should you walk the Via Francigena or the Camino de Santiago?
If you’re looking for a big hiking adventure, you might be considering whether you should walk the Via Francigena or the Camino de Santiago. Both are fantastic long-distance hikes in Europe and potentially life-changing experiences. We’ve compared the two walks, examining the biggest differences between to help you make a…
-
What to pack for the Via Francigena in Italy
As well as training, packing for the Via Francigena is one of the most important preparation activities that you will undertake before your trip. Based on our experience of walking from Lucca to Rome, we’ve put together a guide for what to pack for the Via Francigena, specifically in Italy.…
-
Can you camp on the Via Francigena in Italy?
If you are considering walking the Via Francigena you may be wondering whether you can camp on the Via Francigena in Italy. We recently walked from Lucca to Rome, camping some of the way. Whether for budget reasons, or to avoid busy accommodation on the route, or just to enjoy…
-
How much does it cost to walk the Via Francigena in Tuscany?
If you’re planning to walk through Tuscany to Rome, you may be wondering how much it will cost to walk the Via Francigena. Tuscany is not known to be the cheapest tourist destination. Is it possible to walk the Via Francigena on a budget? If so, how can you do…
