Spiritual routes, paths and itineraries that criss-cross not only Assisi, but also other towns and regions: experiences of pilgrimage or personal reflection that blend history, spirituality and nature.
An itinerary that links some of the most significant places in the life and preaching of Saint Francis: an itinerary to relive the Franciscan experience and explore the land walked by the Man of Poverty, “il Poverello”.
The Franciscan Way of the Marches crosses two regions, four provinces and 17 municipalities: a unique opportunity to walk in the footsteps of St Francis along one of the routes he used eight hundred years ago to spread his message in southern Marches.
The “Lauretana Pilgrimage Routes” project began as a desire to recover and enhance the ancient practice of pilgrimages towards the Shrine of the Holy House in Loreto by reclaiming the paths.
The Assisi Way consists of a series of short, traditional pilgrimages that already exist locally: a chance to rediscover the meaning of St. Francis’ message and an enriching experience for those who decide to walk it.
A route through the Valley of Spoleto surrounded by olive groves, created to enhance the role played by this cultivation in the historic, artistic and environmental heritage of the area.
