St. Benedict's Way (Way of St. Benedict)

This is one of the most scenic stages of the route. The journey follows the shores of Lake Turano, a beautiful reservoir with turquoise waters surrounded by mountains. It's a moderate distance and und...

This is one of the most scenic stages of the route. The journey follows the shores of Lake Turano, a beautiful reservoir with turquoise waters surrounded by mountains. It's a moderate distance and undulating profile journey that offers stunning views and the opportunity to enjoy nature. Arrival at the picturesque town of Castel di Tora, which seems to float over the lake, is a stage end of great beauty. It's a day to enjoy the landscape, the tranquility of the water and the magic of the lakeside towns.

This stage departs from the lake to ascend towards the Lucretili Mountains. It's a mountain day, with an demanding profile and a landscape of forests and meadows. The path enters the Natural Park of t...

This stage departs from the lake to ascend towards the Lucretili Mountains. It's a mountain day, with an demanding profile and a landscape of forests and meadows. The path enters the Natural Park of the Lucretili Mountains, a beautiful and biodiverse environment. Arrival in the medieval town of Orvinio, one of "Italy's most beautiful villages" (pueblos más bellos d'Italia), is an end to stage with charm. It's a day to enjoy the mountains and tranquility.

This is one of the longest and most demanding stages of the route, with a predominantly downhill profile but with broken terrain. The road follows the Licenza River valley through a rural and solitary...

This is one of the longest and most demanding stages of the route, with a predominantly downhill profile but with broken terrain. The road follows the Licenza River valley through a rural and solitary landscape. It's a journey that requires good physical and mental preparation. Arrival in Mandela, a small village linked to poet Horacio, is well-deserved rest after a day of great effort. This stage is one of overcoming, rewarding you with satisfaction from having conquered the distance and the beauty of an untraveled environment.

This is the royal stage of the Cammino di San Benedetto, the longest and one of the most significant stages. The journey takes the pilgrim to Subiaco, the cradle of Benedictine monasticism. It's a dem...

This is the royal stage of the Cammino di San Benedetto, the longest and one of the most significant stages. The journey takes the pilgrim to Subiaco, the cradle of Benedictine monasticism. It's a demanding day with an arduous profile and considerable distance. Arrival in Subiaco, with its two impressive monasteries (the Sacred Speco and that of Saint Scholastica), is a moment of deep emotion and spirituality. This stage combines physical challenge with total immersion into history and faith.

Leaving the monastery's cradle, this stage retraces the valley of the Aniene River. It is a day of great natural beauty, crossing forests and following the river course. The profile is ascending but g...

Leaving the monastery's cradle, this stage retraces the valley of the Aniene River. It is a day of great natural beauty, crossing forests and following the river course. The profile is ascending but gentle. Arrival in the surprising town of Trevi nel Lazio, with its urban waterfall and castle, is a picturesque end to the stage. It's a journey to enjoy nature and the tranquility of Lazio towns' villages, a serene transition after Subiaco's intensity.

This is a high mountain stage that crosses the Ernici Mountains. It's an demanding day, with considerable elevation gain and a solitary yet spectacular landscape. The trail passes through alpine fores...

This is a high mountain stage that crosses the Ernici Mountains. It's an demanding day, with considerable elevation gain and a solitary yet spectacular landscape. The trail passes through alpine forests and meadows, offering a total immersion in nature. Arrival at Collepardo, a medieval village in a beautiful setting, opens up to the natural wonders of its caves and the spirituality of the Cartuja di Trisulti. It's a stage for experienced walkers and mountain lovers.

After the ruggedness of the mountain, this long stage is mainly downhill. The road takes the pilgrim from the heights of the Ernici Mountains to the valley of the Liri River. It's a transitional day t...

After the ruggedness of the mountain, this long stage is mainly downhill. The road takes the pilgrim from the heights of the Ernici Mountains to the valley of the Liri River. It's a transitional day that allows for recovery. The main prize of the day is arriving at the Abbey of Casamari, one of the gems of Gothic Cistercian architecture in Italy. Its church, cloister and chapter room are of exceptional beauty. It's a monumental final stage and very spiritually rewarding.

This stage takes place in an undulating landscape, rich in history. The road passes through fields and small villages until it reaches Arpino, the homeland of the famous Roman orator Cicero. The town,...

This stage takes place in an undulating landscape, rich in history. The road passes through fields and small villages until it reaches Arpino, the homeland of the famous Roman orator Cicero. The town, situated on a hill, preserves an impressive acropolis with Cyclopean walls. It is a journey that combines rural scenery with a final of great historical and archaeological interest. A trip to ancient Rome in the heart of Italy.

This is a transitional phase, with little height differences, that unites two of the greatest intellectual figures in Western history: Cicero and Thomas Aquinas. The landscape smooths out as we approa...

This is a transitional phase, with little height differences, that unites two of the greatest intellectual figures in Western history: Cicero and Thomas Aquinas. The landscape smooths out as we approach the valley of the Liri River. Arrival at Roccasecca, Thomas's birthplace, is dominated by the ruins of his castle. It's a journey of historical connection, a bridge between classical antiquity and medieval philosophy.

The final stage of the Cammino di San Benedetto is a symbol in itself. After a flat stretch through the valley, the final ascent to the sacred mountain of Montecassino begins. The climb is demanding b...

The final stage of the Cammino di San Benedetto is a symbol in itself. After a flat stretch through the valley, the final ascent to the sacred mountain of Montecassino begins. The climb is demanding but the excitement of reaching the destination drives the pilgrim. Arrival at the abbey, beacon of Western civilization and place where the remains of St. Benedict rest, is an emotionally charged moment and the end of unforgettable pilgrimage in Italy's heart.