The Way of St. Francis: Episode 1 - Starting the Pilgrimage in the Heat @CruisinwiththeColemans
The Way of St. Francis: Episode 1 - Starting the Pilgrimage in the Heat  @CruisinwiththeColemans
Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Episode 331:
ℹ️ Join us on Day 1 of our adventurous pilgrimage along the Way of St. Francis (Via di Francesco) to Assisi! In this video, we start our adventure from the beautiful city of Florence, making our way to Pontesieve. Facing extreme heat conditions, we had to implement "Plan B"—because B stands for Braving the elements and Bus! Watch as we navigate through stunning landscapes, share candid moments, and reflect on the spirit of this pilgrimage. Don't miss out on the breathtaking views and inspiring stories.

📍 Route: Florence to Pontesieve
🥾 Distance: 13.45 km = 8.3 miles
📈 Elevation Gain: 159 m = 522 ft

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Guidebooks and Apps we are using:
Cicerone Press Sandy Brown Guide: amzn.to/4kZXgjp
Village to Village Way of St. Francis Guide: amzn.to/4l2lE3R
Pilgrim Paths Navigo: apps.apple.com/us/app/pilgrim-paths-navigo/id6499132159
Gaia GPS: apps.apple.com/us/app/gaia-gps-mobile-trail-maps/id1201979492
Map My Walk Fitness Tracker: apps.apple.com/us/app/map-my-walk-walking-tracker/id307861492

Other Reading:
The Little Flowers of St. Francis: amzn.to/3Gc4DoW
Pilgrim Paths to Assisi: amzn.to/3I1aA8I

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