Following the ancient footsteps and tracks of those who walked and lived before us among the wonders of Emilia, we discover the historical, naturalistic and gastronomic heritage of this land. Always a place of encounter, transit and exchange, Emilia was a compulsory stop for pilgrims and wayfarers of the time and it is still today a transit territory for those who wish to retrace the paths in their entirety, but also a good testing ground for those who prefer to tackle shorter routes.
Along the paths one also encounters sites of historical and artistic interest such as ancient parishes, abbeys and basilicas or archaeological sites and medieval villages.
Enchanting places that make the journey of pilgrims and hikers even more intense and memorable.
Walk Emilia's historic paths: the Via Francigena, the Via degli Abati, the Via Matildica del Volto Santo, the Via dei Linari, and the Sentiero dei Ducati.
At this link, the magazine 'Via Francigena and the European Cultural Routes' has an article on the Via Matildica del Volto Santo, in three languages.
