Via Francigena in Italy — Stages 20–23: Fornovo to Aulla
~4 days · 57.4 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Via Francigena in Italy — Stages 20–23: Fornovo to Aulla is known for
Stages 20–23 of Via Francigena in Italy is an official 91.548 km point-to-point section from Fornovo to Aulla.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 666 ft to 11,486 ft over 57.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 24.7 mi · 43%
- Downhill 23.0 mi · 40%
- Flat 9.2 mi · 16%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Via Francigena in Italy — Stages 20–23: Fornovo to Aulla?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Via Francigena in Italy — Stages 20–23: Fornovo to Aulla scores 29/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Via Francigena in Italy — Stages 20–23: Fornovo to Aulla take?
Most backpackers hike the Via Francigena in Italy — Stages 20–23: Fornovo to Aulla in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 57.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Via Francigena in Italy — Stages 20–23: Fornovo to Aulla?
The Via Francigena in Italy — Stages 20–23: Fornovo to Aulla climbs roughly 10,889 ft total — about 190 ft per mile, topping out near 3,691 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.