Historic Center of Assisi – Basilica of Saint Francis loop from Assisi

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Historic Center of Assisi – Basilica of Saint Francis loop from Assisi

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Historic Center of Assisi – Basilica of Saint Francis loop from Assisi

01:36

5.50km

140m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 29, 2026

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Parco Regionale del Monte Subasio

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216 m

Piazza Ruggero Bonghi

Highlight • Settlement

the "crossroads" of Assisi

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243 m

Porta San Francesco

Highlight • Historical Site

One of the few saints who is also highly valued outside of Christianity is San Francesco, known in the German-speaking world as Francis of Assisi. Francis was born in Assisi …

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398 m

Assisi
With its world-famous city walls, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Assisi promises visitors a wealth of culture and history. Shopping and long walks in the old town are also part of Assisi's itinerary.

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567 m

Basilica of Saint Francis

Highlight • Religious Site

The Basilica of San Francesco is a masterpiece of human creative genius, both from an architectural and artistic point of view. The basilica is made up of two superimposed churches …

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2.67 km

Torre Annamaria

Highlight • Monument

Panoramic point. The climb is free

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4.93 km

PAX – Peace in Large Letters beneath the Tau Cross

Highlight • Monument

The symbol of Saint Francis, the Tau cross, stands as a sign of blessing, peace, and redemption and recalls the cross of Christ. It is clearly visible in the large lawn, as is the letter PAX, peace

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5.05 km

Statue of the Knight in Front of the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi

Highlight • Monument

The rider and horse's gaze lowered to the ground is no coincidence, but an expression of dejection. Before the future saint felt and recognized God's call within him, he had …

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5.11 km

San Francesco Complex

Highlight • Religious Site

The two basilicas of San Francesco (upper and lower) are certainly among the great beauties of Italy, which is also combined with the suggestion that the mystical place can exert.

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