Via Francigena from San Miniato to Siena

A stage immersed in the Tuscan nature, to be covered in about 6 hours, through paths and unforgettable landscapes.

The only difference in height more decided is that at the end of the stage that leads from Borgoforte to Gambassi, starting from 80 meters high and arriving to exceed 300 meters at the arrival.

A stage through the beautiful Tuscan hills that makes the miles to cover a real walk in nature.
An almost physiological stop is the one at Pieve di Coiano, which represents a perfect resting point in the middle of the route.

There are many vineyards and breathtaking views.

Shortly before the arrival, there is the Pieve di Santa Maria in Chianni, where you can take a few minutes to visit and take some pictures while facing the final climb.

We must not forget that at the arrival in Gambassi there are the thermal baths!

Perhaps the most Tuscan stage of Tuscany!
The hills, the roads with cypresses, the vineyards, the ancient farmhouses, emblems famous all over the world, that make Tuscany one of the most visited places by tourists!

A short stage, less than 14 km, but that you have to go through dedicating all the time necessary to admire every view.

The Sanctuary of Pancole and the Pieve di Cellole, along the way, are moments for a visit and a stop.

Then the arrival in San Gimignano, full of tourists, restaurants, and always very scenic for its alleys and towers.

The few kilometers traveled allow a thorough visit of San Gimignano and its historic center.

We say it now: one of the most spectacular arrivals of the entire Via Francigena!

But let’s go in order, you’re walking one of the longest and most varied stages of the Tuscan stretch:
31 km of trails, passing through various towns, vineyards, olive groves and even Roman baths.

An early morning departure is recommended, to have time to do the whole route with the necessary stops, and don’t forget a bathing suit to bathe in the Roman baths of Caldane.

Two stops to visit Badia a Coneo and after Strove also Abbadia Isola and then you are in a scenic straight with the view of the Castle of Monteriggioni just in front.

With the last climb you enter the walls from the door San Giovanni and you arrive in Piazza Roma in front of the church of Santa Maria Assunta.

In all the stages of arrival or departure from a larger city the final stretch of arrival in Siena is paved, but the arrival in Siena is truly amazing!

The departure from Monteriggioni with the climb up the hill of Borgo Gallinaio leaves you breathless, the view of Monteriggioni behind is unique.

Have you ever heard of the color “Terra di Siena”?
In this stage is the predominant color, you walk inside this incredible color!

Along the way don’t miss the Castello della Chiocciola.

The arrival in Siena in a long final climb, leads to the historic center and the famous Piazza del Campo.