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Religious paths
The Way of Saint Francis

Stage 5: Poggio San Lorenzo - Rieti

Total km
21.7
Km
Estimated average duration
12
hr
Total ascent
569
m
Total descent
662
m
Signage type
Two-way stage
Trail surface
Dirt road, Paved
Maximum altitude
643
m
Minimum altitude
386
m

This route is 22 km long and leads towards the heart of the St Francis' Way/Path: the Holy Valley of Rieti and Umbria. The route includes stretches of tarmac road but the majority are secondary roads.

It takes you to the cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and the medieval town of Rieti. It begins with a downhill stretch towards the valley and along the route, taking a detour of about 1 km, you can reach the locality of Ornaro Basso, where you can stop off and have something to eat and drink.

The trail leads you into the green valley of Rieti, located between the mountains. Going past the signpost indicating 100 km from Rome, this is the time to celebrate, as the final destination is getting closer, step by step.

You will soon enter the old town centre with its rich heritage of churches, artistic monuments and museums.

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Services and attractions along the route

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