There has been a tremendous interest in continuing the Way of St. Francis tours into 2026. We are pleased to announce a new pilgrimage--La Verna to Assisi, thirteen days of walking through some of the most beautiful Italian countryside, in the heart of the land of St. Francis. Experience the land of St. Francis and … Continue reading Way of St. Francis Pilgrimage 2026
Pilgrim Paths to Assisi goes on tour (Part 2)
(Click here to see part one of this tour!) My "book tour" with Pilgrim Paths fit organically--and even surprisingly--with the actual walking I did with the group, starting from the first day. While my primary purpose in Italy was to host a group of 12 older adults as they walked the Way of St. Francis, … Continue reading Pilgrim Paths to Assisi goes on tour (Part 2)
Why Saint Francis Matters Today
In my recent book about walking the Way of St. Francis, I share everything from facts to legends about this most-beloved saint's life. I have found that many who walk on this route know little about him at all and that knowing a bit of his story makes this pilgrimage all the more meaningful. In … Continue reading Why Saint Francis Matters Today
Why we trek in Sandals
It's been three years now since I completed my first 150 kilometer trek in Chaco sandals and I am more than convinced that they are the way to go for me. This past year my wife and I completed walking the Way of St. Francis in Italy--500 kilometers--completely in Chacos. This included some tough, "technical" … Continue reading Why we trek in Sandals
Using GPX Tracks
Walking the Way of St. Francis is a challenging and deeply rewarding pilgrimage. Florence to Rome, it covers 350 miles (over 550 kilometers) of beautiful vistas, charming villages and hilltop towns as well as rugged forests and mountains. However, navigating it can be tricky; the route is actually a consortium of up to eight different … Continue reading Using GPX Tracks
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