Via della Lana e della Seta
Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Italy · Bologna, Italy → Prato, Italy
Distance
130 km
Stages
6
Difficulty
moderate
Best months
Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct
About
From Bologna's medieval streets to Prato's textile heart, about 130 km of history unfolds. The Via della Lana e della Seta traces ancient trade routes, a journey through the echoes of silk and wool.
Six stages, 2,094 metres of elevation gain: this cultural walk is accessible yet rewarding. Sasso Marconi's rustic charm, Grizzana Morandi's artistic whispers, and the imposing Castello dell'Imperatore await.
Smell the fresh bread from local bakeries and savour the rich flavors of Emilia-Romagna. This is not just a walk; it’s a taste of Italy’s textile legacy, best enjoyed in spring or autumn.
Stages
6 stages
Stage 1Distance22 kmAscent74 mDescent43 m
Stage 2Sasso Marconi → Grizzana Morandi
moderateDistance22 kmAscent617 mDescent199 m
Stage 3Distance22 kmAscent486 mDescent464 m
Stage 4Castiglione dei Pepoli → Vernio
moderateDistance22 kmAscent450 mDescent731 m
Stage 5Vernio → Vaiano
moderateDistance22 kmAscent313 mDescent454 m
Stage 6Vaiano → Prato
easyDistance20 kmAscent154 mDescent244 m
Points of interest
- Villa Hercolani e parco
- Chiesa di S. Silverio di Chiesanuova
- Chiesa di S. Niccolò
strutture sotterranee: 0 p.s.; fondazioni non accertabili
- Torri medievali
Strutture sotterranee: 0 p.s., fondazioni non accertabili. Tecniche murarie: cantonali in pietra
- Torre dei Mazzinghi
Strutture sotterranee: 0 p.s., fondazioni non accertabili
- Torre degli Ammannati
strutture sotterranee: 0 p.s
- Chiesa di Sant'Anna in Giolica
strutture sotterranee: 0 p.s.; fondazioni nin accertabili
- Aree di pertinenza della Chiesa di Sant'Anna
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