Via Lauretana
DETAILS
Starting from Colfiorito, a fascinating journey on foot, experiencing uncontaminated nature which passes through the charming villages of Spello and Assisi, both rich in history and culture.
DIFFICULTY: easy ACCOMMODATION: 3 nights in our specially selected overnight accommodation PRICE: from 285 € per person THE PRICE INCLUDES: 3 nights in half board, in rooms with a double bed, hotel 3 stars and Farm Holiday 3 ears NOT INCLUDED: personal and luggage transfers, insurance WE SUGGEST: wear comfortable clothing and hiking shoes. The pilgrims registered credentials will be supplied on request. DEPARTURES ARE THROUGHOUT THE YEARPROGRAM
DAY 1
Day 1 Arrival in Colfiorito Colfiorito is located at an altitude of 760M between the regions of Marche and Umbria, on the centre of the Apennine highland. The Marsh of Colfiorito and the surrounding plains are undoubtebly one of the foremost and interesting natural wonders of the Apennines, well renowned for its wide range of geological, historic and scenic attractions. The Colfiorito Park is the smallest of Umbrias regional parks, an oasis protected by the WWF. It was established in 1995 with the aim of safeguarding the pristine marsh which is its most significant feature. It is home to many water birds, amphibians, and gastropods. It is also renowned for the early Romanesque Church of Santa Maria di Plestia and the beautiful Convent of Brogliano. Accommodation is in one of our specialized facilities and includes dinner.
DAY 2
Day 2 1st stage: From Colfiorito to Spello Km 27 Travel time: 8 hours and 30 minutes Level: very challenging This is the most challenging stage of the entire route of the Via Loreto, but also the most scenecally beautiful. It crosses cultivated areas, forests and mountain pastures. Reaching Spello you are confronted by the well-preserved walls of the Roman town, in which are set three gates: the gates of Porta Urbica, La Porta Consolare and Porta Venere. We highly recommended a visit to the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore with houses the famous Baglioni Chapel, which is decorated with tiled floors made of Deruta ceramics and frescoes by Pinturicchio. Accommodation is in one of our specialized facilities and includes dinner.
DAY 3
Day 3 2nd stage: from Spello to Assisi Km 3.5 Travel time: 3 hours and 30 minutes Level: easy This third stage is rather easy with an route that connects the two largest towns in Umbria: Spello and Assisi. It a path completly surrounded by nature, winding between forests and olive groves. Once arrived in Assisi you will be exposed to a unique experience, where mysticism and nature fuse seamlessly together, creating a surreal atmosphere. The town not only deserves to be visited, but also to be experienced. This stage of your journey includes overnight accommodation in Assisi and is structured so as to allow you time to visit the most significant places of the 'Angelic city'. Accommodation is in one of our specialized facilities and includes dinner.
DAY 4
