Sunday, July 14, 2019

Day 60 - Sutri to Campagno di Roma





We are nearing the end of eight straight days of walking without a break. Today’s stage, although labeled “easy” in the guidebook, was the longest of the last eight stages (25 KM).


Once again we departed early (8:00) and walked past the archeological park. The early part of the stage was on busy roads, so we had to keep our wits about us. After a couple of kilometers we were able to turn off onto some dirt paths, which offered a pleasant change from the asphalt.


Our path took us past the National Golf School, the small town of Monterosi, and kilometer after kilometer of farms.


Hours passed. We walked.



Gothic Barn


As we neared the Cascades of Mount Gelato, we met a French woman who was travelling in the opposite direction. She began her pilgrimage in the city of Rome and is walking back to France. We compared notes for a few minutes and then continued on our way.


After the Cascades of Mount Gelato, the road began to rise and we made a slow ascent toward our destination, Campagno di Roma. This little town is perched atop a hill, and the last half kilometer was very steep.



Mary of the Hill Paths


We made it and collapsed in our evening lodgings.



Campagno di Roma


Today’s Distance: 25 KM

Total DIstance: 1155.3 KM

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