Useful information for pilgrims in Siena

The credential can be purchased at the distribution points of the European Association of the Vie Francigene (EAVF) along the route. You can find an up-to-date list in the dedicated section of the EAVF website (https://www.viefrancigene.org/it/credentials).

At hostels and partner accommodation, parishes, tourist offices, the Cathedral (Duomo) and the Rector’s Office of the University of Siena (Banchi di Sotto, 55).

The Municipality of Siena has set up an agreement offering meals at a reduced rate at the Sant'Agata University Canteen (run by DSU Toscana), on presentation of the official Via Francigena Credential. Some restaurants and eateries also offer discounts. The full list is available on the official website of the European Association of the Vie Francigene (https://www.viefrancigene.org/it/servizi).

Yes, just a few steps from the Cathedral is the “Casa delle Balie”, a historic hostel for pilgrims on the Via Francigena and the Via Lauretana, run by Si.Ge.Ri.Co. S.p.A. More information on prices and opening times is available on the hostel’s website (https://casadellebalie.it/). There are also religious institutions and accommodation facilities offering lodging at reduced rates. The list is available on the official website of the European Association of the Vie Francigene (https://www.viefrancigene.org/it/servizi).

Private backpack transfer services are available stage by stage along the Via Francigena and can be booked online. More information is available on the official website of the European Association of the Vie Francigene (https://www.viefrancigene.org/it/).

The Testimonium is collected in Rome at the end of the route by those who have completed at least the last 100 km on foot or 200 km by bicycle with a stamped credential. At the Tourist Information Office in Palazzo Berlinghieri, however, you can obtain a free Testimonium certifying that you have completed the stretch from Lucca to Siena.

Souvenirs are available at EAVF sales points and in some bookshops and shops in the town centre.

Pilgrims arriving from the north enter through Porta Camollia and continue south, leaving through Porta Romana towards Ponte d’Arbia and Rome.

The Tuscan Via Lauretana leaves Siena towards Asciano, passing through Porta Pispini.