Discover the Via Francigena Entry Point - Museum

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from the Lucca City Walls (Piazzale Giuseppe Verdi), exit the walls through the Porta San Pietro. Walk straight down Via San Pietro until you reach the intersection with Via Fillungo. Turn right on Via Fillungo and continue straight for about 500 meters, passing through the bustling shops and cafes. As you approach the end of Via Fillungo, you will see a large square called Piazza San Michele. From there, take the left exit onto Via degli Strettini, which leads you to Via dei Bacchettoni. Continue walking straight until you reach number 8, where Via Francigena Entry Point - Museum is located.

• Bus

  From the Lucca train station, you can take the bus line 2 or 3 towards the city center. Alight at the stop 'Piazza San Michele'. From the bus stop, walk towards the square and take the left exit onto Via degli Strettini, continue straight until you reach Via dei Bacchettoni. The museum is located at number 8. The bus rides are frequent, and the journey should take around 10 minutes.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer biking, you can rent a bicycle from one of the many rental shops in Lucca. Start at the rental shop and head towards the Lucca City Walls. Cycle along the walls until you reach Porta San Pietro. Exit the walls and make your way down Via San Pietro, turning right on Via Fillungo. Keep cycling until you reach Piazza San Michele. From the square, take the left exit onto Via degli Strettini and then continue straight to Via dei Bacchettoni. The museum is at number 8. Remember to follow local cycling rules and enjoy the scenic views along the way!