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Via Francigena Trek: Pontremoli to Filattiera Through Lunigiana's Medieval Villages

Filattiera, Massa-Carrara · Toscana•1 day•Hiking · 238 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY PLUS
Where?
Massa-Carrara, Toscana
On your own?
No problem
Points
+11
Via Francigena Trek: Pontremoli to Filattiera Through Lunigiana's Medieval Villages
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Francigena: Pontremoli-Filattiera

We're walking in the footsteps of an archbishop from 990 AD. Literally.

Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Pontremoli, among its medieval towers, for a traverse that follows the ancient Via Francigena step by step. The trail winds gently through dirt tracks, country roads and stone villages: we rise and dip through the hills of Lunigiana, pass through Ponticello with its distinctive tower-houses, skirt the Romanesque Pieve of Santo Stefano at Sorano, and finish in Filattiera, the ancient feudal capital of the Malaspina family, crowned by its castle.

We're retracing the very route that Archbishop Sigerico of Canterbury walked in 990 AD on his way to Rome: every step here carries a thousand years of history.

5 reasons to join - walk Sigerico's road, a piece of European history - Pontremoli and Filattiera, two villages worth every step - the Pieve of Sorano, a timeless pocket of calm - Ponticello and its tower-houses, unique views - a gentle trek, perfect for unplugging

Who it's for Open to everyone, even beginners: no steep climbs, no technical sections, just the desire to walk.

Come discover the Francigena with the Guidders: we walk together, explore together, and head home with a brand new story to tell.

GOOD TO KNOW
Group chat
It opens a couple of days before: that's where the meeting point is confirmed and carpooling is arranged.
Free cancellation up to 1 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+11 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Dog friendly
Your dog can come: add them when you book.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
EASY PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
113 m D+ · 12 km · 3h30
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 3h30 and 113 m of ascent ahead, if you go on a long walk now and then, you'll be fine
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Licensed hiking guide
✓Local guide
✓Certificate of participation
✓Guiddy points for the loyalty programme
✓Photos of the experience
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Filattiera
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.

Elevation gain
113 m
Max altitude
238 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
3h30
Map
Day
12 km · D+ 113 m · 3h30
Meeting point 8:20approximate
Meeting in Pontremoli, Via Dante Balestracci 22, 54023 Filattiera provincia di Massa-Carrara, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
HOW TO GET THERE
A
08:20MEETING
Meeting in Pontremoli
We meet with the Guidders in Pontremoli, at the train station, ready to set off along the Via Francigena towards Filattiera. The time given is indicative and may vary depending on the season: you'll find the exact time in the Telegram group for the trip.
B
09:30VIEWPOINT
Towards Ponticello
We walk on trail and dirt track between fields and villages, with the characteristic tower-houses of Ponticello appearing on the horizon. A relaxed stretch of walking through the Lunigiana valley.
C
10:30WALKING TRAIL
Sorano Parish Church
We reach the Romanesque parish church of Sorano, a sacred place since prehistoric times and a crossroads of the Via Francigena. A short, steep climb brings us here, then the trail eases again towards Filattiera.
D
13:00WATER
Verso Filattiera lungo il fiume Magra
We'll follow the trail that gently descends toward the valley floor, with the village of Filattiera and its castle glimpsed in the distance. The perfect moment to recharge your energy in the company of the Guidders.
E
13:30RETURN
Arrival in Filattiera and return to the cars
We end our trek in Filattiera, an ancient feudal capital overlooked by its medieval castle. Once the hike with the Guidders is complete, we'll take the train back to Pontremoli from Filattiera railway station.

How do you get to Filattiera? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group. Contacts and costs are agreed between you: a seat isn't guaranteed.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.

Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Waterproof shell
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Gianpaolo
Gianpaolo
· 31 outings with Guiddy
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Gianpaolo, an environmental hiking guide and tour leader: from Brianza originally, but long since at home in the province of Parma. My real home, though, is whatever trail I'm walking. I carry the mountains in my heart and a passion for long-distance routes in my backpack, and I don't have a favourite place: lacing up my boots and setting off is enough. What I enjoy most is sharing kilometres and feelings with whoever is walking beside me, because every outing is a journey and every group a new story to live step by step. The backpack is always ready. 🎒 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

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Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
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Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 3h30 with 113 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
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How does carpooling work?
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What happens if the weather is bad?
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What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
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Until when can I cancel?
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Via Francigena Trek: Pontremoli to Filattiera Through Lunigiana's Medieval Villages

Via Francigena Trek: Pontremoli to Filattiera Through Lunigiana's Medieval Villages

Filattiera, (MS) · Toscana
1 day · Hiking · 238 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
113 m
Max altitude
238 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
3h30
Guiddy points
+11
4 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Francigena: Pontremoli-Filattiera

We're walking in the footsteps of an archbishop from 990 AD. Literally.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Pontremoli, among its medieval towers, for a traverse that follows the ancient Via Francigena step by step. The trail winds gently through dirt tracks, country roads and stone villages: we rise and dip through the hills of Lunigiana, pass through Ponticello with its distinctive tower-houses, skirt the Romanesque Pieve of Santo Stefano at Sorano, and finish in Filattiera, the ancient feudal capital of the Malaspina family, crowned by its castle.

We're retracing the very route that Archbishop Sigerico of Canterbury walked in 990 AD on his way to Rome: every step here carries a thousand years of history.

5 reasons to join - walk Sigerico's road, a piece of European history - Pontremoli and Filattiera, two villages worth every step - the Pieve of Sorano, a timeless pocket of calm - Ponticello and its tower-houses, unique views - a gentle trek, perfect for unplugging

Who it's for Open to everyone, even beginners: no steep climbs, no technical sections, just the desire to walk.

Come discover the Francigena with the Guidders: we walk together, explore together, and head home with a brand new story to tell.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
EASY PLUS
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
113 m D+ · 12 km · 3h30
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 3h30 and 113 m of ascent ahead, if you go on a long walk now and then, you'll be fine
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Licensed hiking guide
✓Local guide
✓Certificate of participation
✓Guiddy points for the loyalty programme
✓Photos of the experience
NOT INCLUDED
✕Travel to Filattiera

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
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5 stops
Meeting point 8:20Meeting in Pontremoli
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
A
08:20MEETING
Meeting in Pontremoli
We meet with the Guidders in Pontremoli, at the train station, ready to set off along the Via Francigena towards Filattiera. The time given is indicative and may vary depending on the season: you'll find the exact time in the Telegram group for the trip.
B
09:30VIEWPOINT
Towards Ponticello
We walk on trail and dirt track between fields and villages, with the characteristic tower-houses of Ponticello appearing on the horizon. A relaxed stretch of walking through the Lunigiana valley.
C
10:30WALKING TRAIL
Sorano Parish Church
We reach the Romanesque parish church of Sorano, a sacred place since prehistoric times and a crossroads of the Via Francigena. A short, steep climb brings us here, then the trail eases again towards Filattiera.
D
13:00WATER
Verso Filattiera lungo il fiume Magra
We'll follow the trail that gently descends toward the valley floor, with the village of Filattiera and its castle glimpsed in the distance. The perfect moment to recharge your energy in the company of the Guidders.
E
13:30RETURN
Arrival in Filattiera and return to the cars
We end our trek in Filattiera, an ancient feudal capital overlooked by its medieval castle. Once the hike with the Guidders is complete, we'll take the train back to Pontremoli from Filattiera railway station.

How do you get to Filattiera? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this hike.
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Waterproof shell
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED

Your guide

Gianpaolo
Gianpaolo
31 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Gianpaolo, an environmental hiking guide and tour leader: from Brianza originally, but long since at home in the province of Parma. My real home, though, is whatever trail I'm walking. I carry the mountains in my heart and a passion for long-distance routes in my backpack, and I don't have a favourite place: lacing up my boots and setting off is enough. What I enjoy most is sharing kilometres and feelings with whoever is walking beside me, because every outing is a journey and every group a new story to live step by step. The backpack is always ready. 🎒 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Reviews

— · none yet
Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
Only from people who were really there.

You'll be among the first to share your story.

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 3h30 with 113 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
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