SARZANA: Stage 24 via Francigena - Historic Centre

Meeting of pilgrims in Piazza San Giorgio for Francigena stamping. Beginning of the tour of Sarzana, a small town in the heart of the Val di Magra, which has always been a religious, commercial and judicial center of great importance since ancient times.
Some of its main tourist attractions will be visited such as: Piazza San Giorgio, Piazza del Comune, Via Mazzini with Casa Buonaparte, the Church of San Andrea and the Cathedral of Santa Maria, the Torrione di Porta Romana and the Firmatede Fortress. Afterwards, discovery of typical antique workshops in Via Fiasella.

Tasting and Experience In agreement with local stakeholders, visitors will be able to enjoy a unique experience, tasting traditional local products thanks to culinary workshops where they will have the opportunity to prepare the famous Ligurian pesto and taste wines and olive oil from local producers at the Firmafede Fortress. In addition, you can also taste the famous Spongata di Sarzana, a typical dessert made with shortcrust pastry, dried fruit and honey, prepared for the holidays at one of the city's pastry shops.