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Spiritual paths
The Way of St Francis from Rome to Assisi – Salaria branch

Stage 3.A: Detour to Farfa

Total km
26.3
Km
Estimated average duration
6.6
hr
Total ascent
1054
m
Total descent
783
m
Signage type
A two-way stage
Maximum altitude
495
m
Minimum altitude
121
m

The kilometres shown refer to the route from Acquaviva di Nerola to Ponticelli di Scandriglia. This variant, although it lengthens the route, allows you to visit the Farfa Abbey, one of the most important Benedictine monasteries in Italy.

The route from Monterotondo to Acquaviva di Nerola coincides with the main itinerary of the Monterotondo–Ponticelli di Scandriglia stage.

From Acquaviva - a hamlet of Nerola - look out for the turn-off to Farfa Abbey. A gradual climb leads to the outskirts of Fara in Sabina. The route continues downhill to Farfa Abbey (18.8 km from Acquaviva di Nerola), which is a good place to take a break.

A visit to this beautiful abbey is highly recommended.

The alternative route continues through the town of Toffia.

At the turn-off for Ponticelli, you can decide whether to head back south and stop at Ponticelli (21.2 km from Farfa Abbey) or continue on towards Poggio Moiano (23 km from Farfa Abbey).

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