Discover the Way of St Francis, the great Italian pilgrimage trail that combines spirituality, nature and culture in a unique experience in the heart of Italy. This is Italy's prime walking experience, one that conveys the identity, beauty and spiritual dimension this country.
Crossing Abruzzo, Lazio, Le Marche, Umbria, Emilia-Romagna and Tuscany, the route follows the places that preserve the legacy of St Francis, offering an authentic and continuous experience through medieval villages, historic paths and unspoilt landscapes.
The walk becomes an opportunity for inner discovery and deep contact with the territory. This ancient trail is now being rediscovered, as it speaks to modern-day travellers and is establishing itself as a new landmark for spiritual 'slow tourism' in Italy.
The project was created to enhance and promote the Way of St Francis as a national cultural, spiritual and tourist heritage asset. Through communication initiatives, events and local collaborations, it tells the story of a unique route that passes through the authentic, symbolic places of the Franciscan tradition, making an experience of deep connection with nature, history and spirituality accessible to all.
Like a path of light, inspired by the figure of St Francis - traditionally associated with the image of the sun illuminating the path of mankind - the route represents a concrete opportunity to develop sustainable tourism and create a network of communities, traders and travellers. Promoting the Way of St Francis means recognising the inherent value of these regions, while offering a new travel experience: conscious, immersive and capable of leaving a lasting mark on the visitor.
