The rondtrip in Romagna
The San Vicinio Way (Il Cammino di San Vicinio) represents one of the most evocative historical and spiritual routes in the Tuscan-Romagnolo Apennines, winding around the millennial figure of its first Bishop and patron saint of Sarsina. Developing as a loop itinerary that embraces the Savio Valley, the Rubicone, and the Casentino, the trail is deeply rooted in the tradition of early medieval pilgrimage, celebrating the memory of a thaumaturgic saint linked to the devotion of the famous chain. At its fundamental junction through Chiusi della Verna, the path not only shares the Franciscan sacredness of the site but also strategically connects with major pilgrimage routes, offering the traveler a landscape transition of extraordinary emotional and natural impact.
Unlike other purely linear paths, the San Vicinio Way is characterized by a circular structure that enhances the cultural and natural homogeneity of a border territory between Romagna and Tuscany. The passage through Chiusi della Verna and the subsequent climbs toward the Apennine ridges require constant physical effort, rewarded by the majesty of historic paved roads, ancient Romanesque parish churches, and fortified villages that once guaranteed protection and shelter to pilgrims. Today, the route is fully mapped and equipped with dedicated signage, positioning itself as an excellent hiking infrastructure capable of combining the meditative solitude of sacred forests with the well-established hospitality network of local communities.
How to reach La Verna with Public Transport
How to get to La Verna by public transport
You can reach the Sanctuary by bus from Bibbiena, Chitignano or Pieve Santo Stefano.
Not all bus routes pass by the Sanctuary. In that case, it is best to get off at La Beccia and walk up to the Sanctuary along the old cobbled road (a 15-minute walk).
Alternatively, get off at Chiusi della Verna in the village and walk up to the Sanctuary through the Bosco delle Fate (a 25-minute walk).
Timetables:
- Bibbiena-Banzena-Chiusi della Verna
- Bibbiena-Chitignano-Chiusi della Verna
- Pieve Santo Stefano-Chiusi della Verna
To get to Bibbiena, you can take the bus from Florence or the train from Arezzo.
To get to Pieve Santo Stefano, you can take the bus from San Sepolcro or, via Romagna, the bus from Cesena to Bagno di Romagna and then the bus from there to Pieve Santo Stefano
By Car? Here's where to park
Car parks at the Sanctuary of La Verna charge a fee all year round, whilst those at La Beccia charge a fee from 1 April to 31 October.
For free parking, we recommend two car parks in the village of Chiusi della Verna:
- Viale S. Francesco, 32, 52010 Chiusi della Verna AR
- Parco Martiri della Liberta, 3, 52010 Chiusi della Verna AR
Where to Sleep
At La Verna:
- Foresteria del Santuario
- Pastor Angelicus
- Albergo Letizia
- Hotel da Giovanna
- Camping Village La Verna
- Agriturismo Vezzano
- Roby’s Nido
- La Sosta del Pellegrino
- Casa Hortensia
- Ostello Granello di Senape
- Villa La Verna
In the Vallesanta:
- La Casa di Nonna Menica, a Biforco
- Affittacamere Silvia Franci, a Biforco
- Rifugio Casa Santicchio
Where to eat
At La Verna:
- Refettorio del Pellegrino
- Bar Caffetteria del Santuario
- La Melosa
In Chiusi della Verna:
- Albergo Ristorante Letizia
- Bar Hotel Ristorante da Giovanna
- Bar Hotel Ristorante Bellavista
In the Vallesanta:
- Emporio di Corezzo, Bar and Groceries
- Circolo Amici della Vallesanta, Bar and Groceries, in Biforco
- Fatucchio’s AgriPub, Pub and Restaurant, in Rimbocchi
- Il Sassone, Restaurant, in Giampereta
The Pilgrims Credentials, where to get your Stamp
To get the credentials consult the official website.
Signage
The Way of San Vicinio is marked by the following plastic signs:
