Thematic
Spirituality
The path of Saint Valentine
Duration
Two or more days
Level of difficulty
Medium
Budget
Low
An itinerary in the footsteps of the Saint of universal love, who lived in this land.
Those who wish to discover the beauties that dot the territory of Terni and its surroundings and who love to walk in nature can be guided by Saint Valentine’s Walk.
The route begins at the Basilica of Saint Valentine in Terni and winds for almost 190 kilometres through splendid natural spaces, iconic places and "gems” that are less well-known.
In the ten stages envisaged, it reaches medieval villages that were once important castles, adorned by valuable churches; tiny, often forgotten places that guard treasure troves of art; secluded abbeys, real garrisons of the territory as well as religious and cultural centres in past centuries; fortresses that still look imposing; archaeological monuments and waterways that offer refreshment. The last stretch of the Path leads back to the starting point, which is also where this journey ends.
Let's explore some of the places included in the Pilgrim’s Path...
Visit the website: www.camminodisanvalentino.it
THE STAGES OF THE ITINERARY
Basilica of St Valentine
The Basilica of St Valentine is located about two kilometres from the centre of Terni, on the site of an ancient Christian cemetery, representing one of the most important examples of an early Christian necropolis in Umbria.
The Basilica of St Valentine is located about two kilometres from the centre of Terni, on the site of an ancient Christian cemetery, representing one of the most important examples of an early Christian necropolis in Umbria.
The Abbey of San Benedetto in fundis, Stroncone
Along the route that connects Stroncone to Miranda are the remains of the Abbey of San Benedetto, which takes its name “fundis” from the nearby source of the monks.
Along the route that connects Stroncone to Miranda are the remains of the Abbey of San Benedetto, which takes its name “fundis” from the nearby source of the monks.
Stroncone
The town of Stroncone possesses all the characteristics of a medieval Umbrian village.
The town of Stroncone possesses all the characteristics of a medieval Umbrian village.
Marmore Falls
The Marmore Waterfall is created by the River Velino dropping down into the Nera River below, with a drop of 165 metres
The Marmore Waterfall is created by the River Velino dropping down into the Nera River below, with a drop of 165 metres
Piediluco Lake
Located at the southern end of Umbria, on the border with Lazio, nestled between the Luco and Caperno mountains, it is the largest lake in the region after Lake Trasimeno.
Located at the southern end of Umbria, on the border with Lazio, nestled between the Luco and Caperno mountains, it is the largest lake in the region after Lake Trasimeno.
The Abbey of San Pietro in Valle, Ferentillo
The abbey of San Pietro in Valle has thousands of years of history and has its roots in the early Middle Ages.
The abbey of San Pietro in Valle has thousands of years of history and has its roots in the early Middle Ages.
Torre Orsina
Torre Orsina is a delightful village on the Valnerina of Terni, perched on the summit of the Santa Maria hill, crowned by evocative views.
Torre Orsina is a delightful village on the Valnerina of Terni, perched on the summit of the Santa Maria hill, crowned by evocative views.