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Hiking from Lucca to Siena: the Via Francigena in Tuscany<\/h1>\n\n

The Via Francigena is one of the oldest pilgrimage routes in Europe, running from Canterbury, England<\/a>, to Rome. The section of the route in Tuscany is a hiking trail that, despite centuries of history, still retains the unspoiled atmosphere of a time when the first travelers followed the path that led the Archbishop of Canterbury to Rome. <\/p>\n\n

Traveling along Tuscany\u2019s ancient\u201cstrade bianche<\/a>,\u201d past old farmhouses nestled along rivers and medieval villages, you\u2019ll arrive in Siena, welcomed by Porta Camollia, the city\u2019s ancient gateway, strategically located on the Via Cassia.<\/p>\n\n

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We describe the route as an 8-day hike. You can plan the entire trip yourself or have it organized by a local specialist<\/a>. In that case, luggage transport, GPX routes, support, and accommodations will be arranged. Read more about hiking in Tuscany<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n

Hike a section of the Via Francigena in Tuscany in 8 days\u2014perhaps the most beautiful stretch<\/h2>\n\n

If you’re in reasonably good shape, this route is perfectly manageable. Here and there, you can shorten the route and take the bus or train. <\/p>\n\n

Highlights along the Via Francigena in Tuscany:<\/h2>\n\n