Not just Santiago: the most beautiful routes to do on foot
Humanity has always sought answers to complex questions by setting out on a journey. Luckily there is no shortage of paths to walk, neither in Italy nor in the rest of the world...
To walk as an act of faith, walking to be reborn, walking to rediscover oneself. THE you walk on foot they have always fascinated humanity, both for spiritual reasons and for the search for personal adventures and experiences. Walking is one form of exploration need connection with nature and with oneself, and offers countless benefits for body and mind.
Walking is for everyone: a good dose of organization is enough, roads and paths safe and performing and the adventure is served. Here are some of the most beautiful paths to walk Italy, Europe and around the world.
The routes to do on foot in Italy
The Bel Paese is fortunate to be able to offer a spectacular network of winding paths from North to south through natural landscapes, medieval villages and mountain areas. One of the most famous is undoubtedly la Via Francigena. The Via Francigena is an ancient pilgrimage route that connects Canterbury in England to Rome, and then ideally continues to Jerusalem. In Italy, it passes through numerous regions, offering spectacular views and the chance to immerse yourself in Italian history and culture.
Another very famous path is the Via degli Deic, a route of approximately 130 kilometers that connects Piazza Maggiore in Bologna with Piazza della Signoria in Florence. Along the way, you can admire them ancient Roman pavements dating back to 187 BC And then the Oropa path, located in the Biella Alps, perfect for those who want to start walking, since the stages are short and suitable for everyone, including children. The route offers a splendid immersion in nature.
Routes to do on foot in Europe and around the world
There are truly many paths and routes to walk on five continents, but these are some of the most popular. In Europe we naturally have the Santiago's walk, which in reality is not a single path but rather awide network of itineraries which all lead to Santiago de Compostela, Spain. It's a journey spiritual for many and cultural for others, it has always attracted pilgrims from all over the world. Each itinerary – French Way, Primitive Way, Northern Way, Portuguese Way, etc. – has its own history and unique beauties. In the United Kingdom we find the Hadrian's Wall Walk, which runs for 135 kilometers through three different British counties and offers breathtaking rural landscapes. The walk follows the route of the famous Hadrian's Wall, one of the most spectacular Roman engineering works of the time.
Even further north is the St. Olaf's Trail. This pilgrimage path passes through Norway, Sweden and Denmark, ending in Trondheim, where King Olaf, known as the Saint, is buried. The main route, known as The Gudbrandsdalen Path, extends for 640 kilometers and is divided into 32 stages.
Even outside the European continent there is no shortage of choice. Why not fly to Peru to face theInca Trail, the fascinating path created by the Incas that leads to Machu Picchu? The route takes approximately 5 days of walking and reaches an altitude of 3.500 meters above sea level, offering breathtaking views of the Andes mountain range.
In North America, theAppalachian Trail. One of the longest hiking trails in the world, the Appalachian Trail stretches more than 3.500 kilometers across 14 U.S. states. An epic adventure through forests and national parks, in the heart of the wild nature.
