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The Formia - Minturno stage of the Southern Via Francigena is a short but very evocative route, which partly follows the Tyrrhenian coast and crosses countryside rich in history and nature.
You set off from Formia, leaving the historic centre and the harbour, and proceed along paths and secondary roads that skirt cultivated fields and small rural villages. The landscape alternates between beaches, stretches of Mediterranean scrub and panoramic views of the Gulf of Gaeta, making the walk very pleasant and relaxing.
The arrival in Minturno offers an encounter with ancient history: the village and the nearby Minturno Archaeological Park allow you to admire Roman ruins and picturesque views of the coast. The leg is short, about 12–14 km, ideal for those who want to enjoy a quiet walk with a sea view without too much change in altitude.
It is a perfect stage for those who love the sea, history and rural landscapes, with a finish that combines natural beauty and cultural heritage. And here, in front of the majestic Ponte Real Ferdinando, the first iron chain suspension bridge in continental Europe, we have arrived at the Garigliano river, the border between Lazio and Campania.
