Walk of the Sabine Villages

The Cammino dei Borghi Sabini: sulle tracce della dea Vacuna is a loop route through evocative landscapes, medieval villages and ancient archaeological sites, offering an authentic experience of connecting with the history and nature of Sabina.

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Less than an hour from Rome, the Cammino dei Borghi Sabini: sulle tracce della dea Vacuna invites you to discover the authentic beauty of the Sabina tiberina and the province of Rieti. This 6-day loop route, accessible from several train stations along the Fiumicino-Orte line, meanders through ancient pre-Roman routes linked to the cult of the Goddess Vacuna and offers itineraries suitable for different levels of experience.

Along the way, you will pass through medieval villages, ancient archaeological ruins and enchanting natural landscapes. Each step is an opportunity to immerse yourself in local traditions, discover authentic flavors and meet the warm hospitality of the locals.

The walk is intertwined with other highly relevant paths, such as the Via di Francesco and the nascent Path to a New Humanism, enriching the experience with a broader connection to the history and spirituality of these lands.

Sabina, with its unique character and biodiversity, becomes the heart of slow and sustainable tourism, inviting you to experience an authentic adventure that celebrates the link between culture, nature and community.

Technical Sheet

  • Length:

    101,8 km

  • Stages:

    6

  • Departure:

    Poggio Mirteto

  • Arrival:

    Poggio Mirteto

  • Ideal period:

    spring and autumn

HISTORY

The Cammino dei Borghi Sabini: sulle tracce della dea Vacuna, a timeless adventure on the ancient traces of pre-Roman civilization and the famous Goddess Vacuna.

The connection between the Goddess Vacuna and the Sabine territory is deep and intrinsic. The route of the “Sabine Villages Walk” not only offers the opportunity to explore ancient archaeological sites related to the cult of the deity, but also to immerse oneself in local traditions that still keep her spiritual legacy alive today.

The walk thus becomes a journey of discovery and connection with the deep roots of Sabina, an opportunity to wander through evocative landscapes and enchanted villages, in an atmosphere that evokes the sense of sacredness and mystery associated with the figure of the Goddess Vacuna.

In this context, walking becomes more than just a physical movement; it becomes an experience of wandering, an opportunity to explore and connect with the land, with history, and with oneself.

You will begin an epic journey along ancient trails and millennia-old paths. Be prepared to explore the mysteries of archaeological ruins, get lost in the narrow streets of medieval villages, and enjoy the warm welcome of the locals.

The Sabine Villages Trail awaits, ready to guide you on a journey through time and space. Prepare to be enchanted and inspired by this extraordinary experience of discovery and connection to the ancestral roots of this land.

WATER SOURCES.

STAGE 1

  • Poggio Mirteto
    • Matteotti Street, 7
    • Riosole Square
  • hamlet of Bocchignano (Montopoli in Sabina)
    • Via Romana, 2
    • Via del Borgo, 15
  • Farfa

Stage 2

  • Castelnuovo di Farfa
    • Via della Fonte, 4
    • East Rome Street
    • West Rome Street
    • Margaret Avenue
  • Mompeo
    • Pompey Magnus Street, 14A

Stage 3

  • Montenero Sabino
    • Ducal Street, 30
    • Fontanile Via Tancia (SP46)
  • hamlet Osteria del Tancia (Monte San Giovanni in Sabina)

Stage 4

  • Roccantica
    • Via del Campanile, 6
    • Marta Robbiotacci Street
  • Casperia
    • St. John the Baptist Square, 1
    • Rome Street, 2
  • Montasola
    • St. Peter’s Square, 1

STAGE 5

  • Vacone
    • St. Stephen’s Street, 4
    • Pag Street, 14
  • hamlet of Rocchette (Torri in Sabina)
    • Via del Colle della Fonte, 7
    • SP54, 1
  • Montebuono
    • Rome Street, 1st
  • Tarano
    • Rome Street, 2
  • hamlet Cicignano (Collevecchio)
    • Collefiore Street, 3

Stage 6

  • Collevecchio
    • Via dei Cappuccini, 5
    • Valentine Street, 48
  • Selci
    • Collemannaro Street, 1
    • Rome Street, 2
  • Cantalupo in Sabina
    • Via Fonte Pescina, 6
    • Giuseppe Garibaldi Square
    • Camuccini Square, 2

SERVICES

Supermarkets

Along the way you will find supermarkets in the following centers:

  • Poggio Mirteto
  • Castelnuovo di Farfa
  • Mompeo
  • Montenero Sabino
  • Casperia
  • Montasola
  • Montebuono
  • Collevecchio
  • Cantalupo in Sabina

In smaller villages, however, you can count on the presence of cafes, ideal for a break and a moment of refreshment.

Pharmacies

Pharmacies are available in the main towns along the walk, guaranteeing support when needed. You will find them in:

  • Poggio Mirteto
  • Castelnuovo di Farfa
  • Mompeo
  • Roccantica
  • Casperia
  • Montasola
  • Montebuono
  • Collevecchio
  • Borgonuovo hamlet (Tarano)
  • Selci
  • Cantalupo in Sabina

ROAD BOTTOM.

The percentage of asphalt detected along the entire path is 40%.

CREDENTIALS

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CONTACTS

Sabina Business Network

Via Roma snc, 02040 Montebuono (Rieti)

retetraimpresedellasabina@gmail.com

3388234091

STAGE 01

STAGE 01: Poggio Mirteto – Castelnuovo di Farfa

Length: 15.5 km

This STAGE takes you through evocative landscapes, among verdant hills, historic villages and places of great spirituality.

Departing from Poggio Mirteto, a medieval village perched on a hill with 14th-century walls and paved streets, the walk continues to Bocchignano, a quiet hamlet of stone houses surrounded by rural beauty. From here, you reach the Farfa Gorge Natural Monument, an enchanting place where the river has carved deep gorges, ideal for a rejuvenating break.

Along the way you will encounter the Church of San Donato, with valuable frescoes, and the Church of Santa Brigida, fascinating for its simple architecture and frescoes dedicated to the saint from the 14th century.

The stretch culminates at theAbbey of Farfa, a Romanesque masterpiece founded in the 6th century, rich in cloisters and frescoes that tell a thousand-year history. This sacred place offers an experience of peace and introspection.

The STAGE ends in Castelnuovo di Farfa, an authentic medieval village with picturesque views, the Palazzo Salustri Galli and its Italian-style gardens. Here you can relax, enjoy the local cuisine and admire breathtaking views of the Sabine hills.

STAGE 02

STAGE 02: Castelnuovo di Farfa – Montenero Sabino

Length: 11 km

This STAGE combines natural landscapes, history and local traditions, offering an authentic experience in the heart of Sabina.

From Castelnuovo di Farfa, famous for its Oil Museum and tastings of typical products, the path leads toward the Farfa Gorge Natural Monument. Crossing a medieval bridge without parapets, the path winds through forests of holm oaks and willows, accompanied by the sound of the natural waterfalls of the Farfa River.

In Mompeo, an authentic village dominated by the Orsini Castle, you will immerse yourself in the olive-growing tradition among centuries-old olive trees and historical relics such as the Church of St. John the Baptist and the Baronial Palace.

The final stretch leads to Montenero Sabino, with its imposing Orsini Castle and traces of the cult of the Goddess Vacuna, evidenced by archaeological finds and excavations. Here you can relax among verdant hills and enjoy local flavors in typical restaurants, ending the STAGE with a rejuvenating break.

STAGE 03

STAGE 03: Montenero Sabino – Roccantica

Length: 18.3 km

This STAGE gives breathtaking views and a wealth of historic places surrounded by nature.

From Montenero Sabino, with its imposing Castle and the Church of San Cataldo with ancient frescoes, the path winds through verdant hills and picturesque landscapes. The climb to Osteria Tancia, the highest point of the trail, offers spectacular views of the Terminillo, Cervia and Navegna mountains, ideal for a regenerating break.

Descending, one passes through the striking Grotto of St. Michael the Archangel, an ancient place of worship adorned with frescoes and breathtaking natural formations. Continuing on, you reach theHermitage of St. Leonard, set in the rock and surrounded by lush nature that invites meditation.

The STAGE ends in Roccantica, a fairy-tale village with narrow stone streets, the Church of Santa Caterina and the Civic Tower, perfect for resting and savoring typical Sabine cuisine.

STAGE 04

STAGE 04: Roccantica – Vacone

Length: 17.3 km

This STAGE passes through medieval villages and breathtaking hilly landscapes, combining history, nature and local culture.

From Roccantica, with its narrow stone streets, the Church of Santa Caterina and the Fortress, the route winds through verdant hills to Casperia, a medieval village characterized by ancient walls, charming alleys and the majestic Palazzo Forani.

The walk continues to Montasola, the highest point of the STAGE, with spectacular panoramic views and monuments such as the Church of San Michele Arcangelo. Finally, you reach Vacone, where you can relax while admiring the landscape and enjoy traditional Sabine cuisine.

STAGE 05

STAGE 05: Vacone – Collevecchio

Length: 21.9 km

This STAGE combines nature and history by passing through ancient villages, lush forests and hilly landscapes.

From Vacone, a village of Roman origins linked to the cult of the Goddess Vacuna, the route winds through Il Pago, among hills and forests of oak and chestnut trees, to theHermitage of St. Sebastian, a place of peace and reflection surrounded by nature.

Continuing on, you come across Rocchette and Rocchettine, medieval villages with walls, towers and the striking Rocca Guidonesca. Just beyond, the Hague River adds a touch of serenity to the landscape.

The path continues to Montebuono, famous for its bas-relief dedicated to the goddess Vacuna, and crosses countryside and olive groves to Collevecchio, a cozy hillside village, ideal for resting and enjoying typical Sabine cuisine.

STAGE 06

STAGE 06: Collevecchio – Poggio Mirteto

Length: 19.9 km

This final STAGE of the Cammino dei Borghi Sabini interweaves history, nature and spirituality, giving panoramic views and picturesque villages.

The path starts in Collevecchio, a hillside village with cobblestone streets, dominated by the Church of St. Michael the Archangel and the Town Hall. Leaving the village, the route winds through verdant hills and countryside, passing the small shrine of the Madonna della Noce, a place of peace along La Via di Francesco.

Continuing on, we reach the Sanctuary of Vescovio, a Romanesque jewel surrounded by the archaeological site of Forum Novum, which preserves remains of ancient Roman buildings and streets.

The path then leads to Selci, a lively village known for its murals that turn the town into an open-air museum.

Finally, the itinerary ends in Poggio Mirteto, a historic village surrounded by olive groves, where you can relax and enjoy local cuisine, crowning an extraordinary journey into the heart of Sabina.

  • Bocchignano
  • Bocchignano
  • Cantalupo in Sabina
  • Casperia - Sabini Mountains
  • Casperia
  • Castelnuovo di Farfa - Oil Museum
  • Castelnuovo di Farfa
  • Castelnuovo di Farfa
  • Cave of St. Michael the Archangel on the Tancia River
  • Cave of St. Michael the Archangel on the Tancia River
  • Vacone - alleys of the historic center