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Monterotondo is the link between the Roman Sabine Hills and Rome itself.
Today's stage involves a challenging distance, and you'll have to set off early. Alternatively, you can take a break at one of the intermediate stops at Montelibretti, Nerola, Acquaviva or Poggio Corese.
During the first part of this stretch, you have to be careful of vehicle traffic.
Once through the underpass, you will see the medieval remains of the imposing "Torre della Fiora". The route takes you through the natural surroundings of the Macchia di Gattaceca reserve. This area is protected, both because of the botanical value of the woodland remaining here and also because of the intense karstic features, which include caves and sinkholes.
In certain places, The Way of St Francis in Lazio follows the ancient Roman consular roads, which are still used today: the Via Vecchia Nomentana and the Via Salaria Vecchia. The route alternates between uphill and downhill stretches, as far as Montelibretti.
After a stop in the village, we set off again towards Acquaviva, Nerola with the soaring Orsini Castle, and Passo Corese.
The last part is a gradual ascent - not steep, but constant, that takes you to the endpoint of this stage: Ponticelli.
