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The Sezze - Fossanova stage of the Southern Via Francigena is a route that combines open views and spirituality, taking the walker from the Lepini Mountains to the tranquillity of one of the most beautiful monastic complexes in Lazio.
You set off from Sezze, gradually leaving the high ground to descend towards the Pontine plain. The route alternates between dirt roads, secondary paved sections and rural tracks, with a predominantly downhill course in the first part, and a gentler, flatter course in the final part.
The landscape changes gradually: from the hilly profiles, you pass to cultivated fields, drainage canals and wide open spaces, in a more agricultural and quiet setting. The distance is about 20–22 km, without major technical challenges but with a variable surface.
The arrival at the Abbey of Fossanova is the most evocative moment: the Cistercian complex, in pure Gothic style, welcomes pilgrims with its harmonious cloister and cosy atmosphere. It is a place of great historical and spiritual value, perfect for ending the day in contemplation.
A stage that combines a scenic descent, the Lazio countryside and intense spirituality, among the most exciting of the stretch towards lower Lazio.
