Via Francigena - 083 - Da Aulla a Sarzana

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Via Francigena - 083 - Da Aulla a Sarzana

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Via Francigena - 083 - Da Aulla a Sarzana

05:55

17.7km

640m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

by Via Francigena

Last updated: August 3, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 8.64 km for 1.07 km

Waypoints

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17.7 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.12 km

5.85 km

3.99 km

601 m

534 m

206 m

178 m

Surfaces

8.03 km

4.50 km

2.77 km

1.85 km

326 m

206 m

Elevation

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Highest point (530 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Friday 23 October

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Comments

September 11, 2023,VF23 Etappe 2: Aulla - Sarzana

The undisputed highlight of this stage, which was not short on highlights, was the encounter with Catherina and Matthew from Tasmania, who have been on the Via Francigena since May this year and hiked the entire route from Canterbury to Rome. The last 500km to Rome that still lie ahead of them must seem like a final sprint to them. …

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October 20, 2025,29. Aulla to Sarzana

After three weeks of walking in the sunshine, we got rain today. As today's stage was short, we planned to finish it before lunch and hopefully before the expected heavy rain.
It was short, but with 700 m up and down, to avoid walking on the main road SS62.
On top of the hill, we had a glimpse of the …

March 17, 2024,Tag 16: Aulla - Sarzana

Start in the (high) fog of Aulla 🌫️. Two really steep climbs through forests. Then look over the sea of fog 🌁 and over to the Apennines, which are still partly covered in snow.
Crossing the provincial borders: came today from Tuscany to Liguria, where the only section of the Via Francigena that was declared dangerous on the maps was …

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April 20, 2024,Aulla - Sarzana on AllTrails

The route was completed with a lot of climbing and descending work. But it didn't happen without a fight. There were some difficult parts. I fell on one of those stretches. Fortunately nothing happens. But sometimes you hold your breath. But despite everything, it was another great day with good weather and nice meetings. One of them was a Dutchman. …

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