WAY OF THE GODS.

The Via degli Dei is an approximately 130-kilometer-long route that connects Piazza Maggiore in Bologna and Piazza della Signoria in Florence, crossing the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines.

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The Via degli Dei is an approximately 130km-long path that connects the cities of Bologna and Florence by crossing the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines. The route retraces an ancient road that the Romans used, called Flaminia Militare, at the time Bologna was called Felsinea, in fact along the way we come across Roman pavements belonging to 187 BC.

Scheda Tecnica

  • Lunghezza:

    130 km

  • Tappe:

    5

  • Partenza:

    Bologna

  • Arrivo:

    Firenze

HISTORY

On the ridge between the Setta and Savena stretches the renowned Via degli Dei, a fascinating hiking route that connects Fiesole to Bologna, crossing the Apennines. This ancient route, originally used by the Etruscans to facilitate their trade and consolidate their dominance over the Po Valley, was later adopted by the Romans who, in 187 B.C., built the Roman trans-Apennine road known as the Flaminia Militare. During the Middle Ages, the route became a simple path used by wayfarers on foot or horseback to cross the Apennines.

The Via degli Dei, a hiking trail devised by a group of passionate Bolognese hikers in the 1980s, mainly follows these ancient tracks. Along the stretch between Monte Bastione and Monte di Fo’, it is possible to admire some striking paving stones of the Roman road, recently unearthed.

SIGNAGE

The Via degli Dei is well signposted along the entire route.

To support the signage, you can use theCammini d’Italia app

WELCOME

The Way of the Gods is particularly well organized in terms of accommodation. You can stay in B&Bs, farmhouses, camping sites, inns, hotels and many other facilities along the route.

CONTACTS

WEBSITE: www.viadeglidei.it

For questions or clarifications, please contact the Sasso Marconi tourist office.

ADDRESS: Via Porrettana 314, just along the Via degli Dei.

TELEPHONE: 051/6758409

E-MAIL: info@infosasso.it

WEB: www.infosasso.it

Stage 01

Bologna – Badolo

Distance: 21.3 km

Time: 6 h 50 min

We start from Piazza Maggiore in Bologna and reach the Sanctuary of San Luca in the suburbs through its long and tiring portico. Then you skirt the Reno River going in the direction of Sasso Marconi and arrive at the end of the stage in Badolo.

Stage 02

Badolo – Madonna dei Fornelli

Distance: 28 km

Time: 9 h 50 min

The second stage includes with the morning hike of Monte Adone from which there is a breathtaking view. It continues until arriving in Monzuno around lunchtime and then to Madonna dei Fornelli.

Stage 03

Madonna dei Fornelli – Monte di Fo’

Distance: 17.3 km

Time: 5 h 50 min

The third stage is certainly the most challenging in terms of elevation gain; in fact, we cross the Emilian side of the Apennines to reach Tuscany. On this stage it is possible to encounter many sections of the Flaminia Militare and the Futa Germanic cemetery.

Stage 04

Monte di Fo’ – San Piero a Sieve

Distance: 21 km

Time: 6 h 30 min

The fourth stage involves a major initial elevation gain to reach Monte Gazzaro and its crosses. Once at the top, the route continues along Tuscan landscapes until reaching San Piero a Sieve.

Stage 05

To find out the most relevant points of interest along the route, we also invite you to read the article “The Way of the Gods, cultural and artistic beauties enveloping the path.”

5. San Piero a Sieve – Florence

Distance: 33 km

Time: 11 h 20 min

The last stage, the longest but not the most difficult in terms of elevation gain, leads to Florence, where the walk ends. The stage includes the entrance to Fiesole from where it is possible to admire Florence from above.

  • Bologna: San Luca
  • Bologna: il portico di San Luca, il più lungo del mondo
  • Bologna: Piazza Maggiore e la Basilica di San Petronio
  • Via degli Dei
  • Panorama sulle valli emiliane
  • Bologna
  • Via degli Dei - Monte Adone

WAY OF THE GODS GUIDE

120 km between Emilia-Romagna and Tuscany

On foot or by bike, from Piazza Maggiore to Piazza della Signoria: six days of travel along the ancient Roman pavements of the Flaminia Militare, passing through centuries-old beech and chestnut forests and brushing against peaks laden with history and myth, such as Mount Adonis and Mount Venus.

La Via degli Dei, one of the gems of the Apennines, is an ideal choice for trekking and mountain biking enthusiasts.

This comprehensive guide accompanies you step by step, with route descriptions in both directions, detailed maps, elevations, elevation differences, and directions for staying overnight, including in tents. There is no shortage of historical and artistic insights and tips for exploring the most fascinating locations along the way.

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