A river trekking along the Via Francigena in Lunigiana, in the North of Tuscany

Francigena River Trekking is a guided adventure along the ancient Via Francigena. We are in Lunigiana, in the north of Tuscany, nearby the Appenine National Park. 

We our Environmental Guides, who are expert of tourism in the North of Tuscany, you will enjoy an adventure on the ancient Via Francigena, among villages and stone bridges.

An adventure along the ancient Via Francigena

Francigena River Trekking is not canyoning but a river trek nearby Pontremoli, along the ancient Via Francigena in the North of Tuscany. With our Environmental Guides, we will explore on foot of the Civasola Creek and the Magra River, with a short walk in between on the historic Via Francigena,. Via Francigena is the ancient pilgrimage which linked Canterbury to Rome.

This activity is also suitable for those with experience in rivers and children over 10 years old. The only requirement is to know how to swim.

We will explore a land between two rivers, walking  along  two waterways to enjoy unique natural perspectives. First we will walk up a section of the Civasola Creek to get used to walking in the water until we reach a  small Tibetan bridge that will connect  us to the track of the ancient Via Francigena.

We will walk a short stretch of this ancient route, passing through small  villages where time has stood still, until we reach a stunning medieval bridge that crosses the Magra River.

Discover Lunigiana and the North of Tuscany with our Environamental Guides. You can try other river trekking in Lunigiana: Stretti di Giardo Adventure and Bagnone River Trekking.

Information

Francigena River Trekking runs every Saturday from May through September
Booking required

  • Rates: 40 € adults / 25 € children (10-14 years)
    Cost includes: professional guide, equipment (wetsuit, helmet and life jacket) and insurance
  • Meeting Point: 9 a.m. at the Tourist Information Centre, Pieve di Sorano, Filattiera
  • Duration: about 5 hours
  • Difficulty: medium (suitable for children ages 10+)
  • It is essential to know how to swim

Note: Hiking or  tennis shoes with grip sole required (no sandals, smooth-soled shoes or rock shoes accepted), socks, swimsuit, towel and spare clothes. The tour may be cancelled in case of bad weather or change in water level.

The tour is confirmed upon reaching the minimum number of participants.

It is possible to arrange the tour upon request for individuals, school groups or small groups.