Stage 26 – Hôtel de la Cloche
A group of pilgrims has reported that the service at this hotel in Vitry-le-François and they felt uncomfortable to stay. I will remove from the next edition.
Stage 25 – Historic Route
Following a change of mayor in Corbeil. Accommodation is no longer available at the Mairie.
Stage 54 – Rockfall between Bovernier and Sembrancher
Yesterday’s rain storms have provoked a further rockfall blocking the path from Bovernier to Sembrancher. There are also rockfalls on the road from Vans to Sembrancher leaving the only alternatives as walking the dangerous road or taking the bus or … Read More
Stage 66 – New pilgrim hostel opens in Garlasco
A new 6 bed pilgrim hostel has been opened adjacent to the town library “Mino Milani”. Address: via Santissima Trinità 6, 27026 Garlasco (PV), Italy, Tel:+390382801009 Mobile:+393343435810 email:bibliogarlasco@yahoo.it Price:D Casa del Pellegrino in Piazza San Rocco has apparently closed.
Stage 37 – New pilgrim accommodation in Coublanc
The former Mairie has been converted into a basic pilgrim hostel with 3 camp beds:- 1 Rue Du Chateau, Coublanc 52500 Tel:+33607230325,+33651095106,+33621370481 or email:Mairie.Coublanc@wanadoo.fr (hot and cold water but no shower) Price:D
Stage 55 – Bourg-Saint-Pierre
Hostel Petit Vélan is no longer offering dormitory accommodation
Stage 70 – Po river ferry
Low water in the Po has caused the ferry to be temporarily suspended. Be sure to call a few days before to verify the situation.
Stage 2 – Erratum
There is an error in page numbering. Page numbers 25-28 are missing. However, all data is present.
Stage 11 – possible change of ownership
the web listing for Le Gout des Hôtes has been removed and a new phone number listed +33 6 80 95 25 89
Stage 85 – alternative routes from Lucca to Altopascio
Many people choose to start there journey on the via Francigena in the beautiful city of Lucca, but sadly the first stage they will encounter follows largely tarmac roads in quite heavily populated areas. However, if you have the time … Read More