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

Stage 5: Poggio San Lorenzo - Rieti

Total km
21.7
Km
Estimated average duration
5.4
hr
Total ascent
385
m
Total descent
485
m
Signage type
A two-way stage
Maximum altitude
643
m
Minimum altitude
386
m

The 22 km route leads to the heart of the Way of St Francis: the Rieti Sacred Valley and Umbria.
Part of the route is on tarmacked paths, but you will mainly walk on minor roads.
This takes you to the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption and the medieval city of Rieti. You start by descending towards the valley. Along the way, you can take a detour of about a kilometre to reach the village of Ornaro Basso, where you can stop and take a break.
The route enters the lush, green valley of Rieti nestled in the mountains. You will pass a sign indicating 100 km from Rome. It's time to celebrate: the destination of your pilgrimage is getting closer, step by step. Before long, you enter the city's historic centre with its rich heritage of churches, art monuments and museums.

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Services and attractions along the route

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