Via di Francesco signposts in Gubbio showing directions and distances to Assisi and La Verna.

Stage 15

6. from the Hermitage of San Pietro in Vigneto to Valfabbrica

Description

Walking
From the Val di Chiascio - Hermitage of San Pietro in Vigneto area, after a descent, you go up towards the Church of Caprignone, which is also a cool resting point in the shade of the trees.
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From

Eremo di San Pietro in Vigneto

To

Valfabbrica

Distance

21,87 km

Increase in altitude

+ 760m

Loss of altitude

- 927m

Surface

Asphalt – Dirt road - Unpaved - Mule track

Travel time

7 h

We continue the challenging climb up to the Biscina Castle, the last point where we can stock up on water. From here on it is almost all downhill to Valfabbrica. This last stretch, however, is on asphalt and under the sun, always remember to wear a hat and a supply of water. Be careful along the path, because you will come across a crossroads. From the crossroads you can decide whether to follow the signs towards the Franciscan parish church of Coccorano. This route is longer, but offers unexpected views of the artificial Chiascio basin. The stop at the parish church repays the effort. As an alternative to the previous crossroads, continue downhill along the dam (check the route on the short variant no. 15 a). The wait is almost over and Valfabbrica is a Franciscan Monte do Gozo where you can meditate on the journey that will be fulfilled in Assisi in front of Francis’ tomb.