Home2Rome Expedition

Walking from Buckinghamshire to Rome

Hello, I am Bryn Jones. In the summer of 2028 I will be beginning a long journey from my home in Buckinghamshire to Rome in support of 2 charities. This website will allow you to follow along on my trip.

My walk will take me through 8 countries via historic trails and over the alps. It's over 1500 miles and will take roughly 4 months. It will be a massive test of physical ability and endurance and I will be pushed to my limits.

During my walk I will be uploading daily video diaries to social media as an update to everyone. However until then, you can join my weekly email newsletter where I will be updating you on my training, route planning, and gear acquisition. You can always follow my Instagram, @home2rome2028, where I will regularly be posting about my training.

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The Walker

Bryn Jones

Buckinghamshire, Bucks → Vatican City, Rome

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Bryn self-funds all personal travel costs; 100% goes to the causes.

1,564 mi

Total Distance

~2,520 km on foot

~2.5M

Estimated Steps

From start to finish

Countries Crossed

UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Liechtenstein, Italy, Vatican City

2,469 m

Highest Elevation

Great St Bernard Alpine Pass

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Dedicated Causes

Walking in Support of 2 Partner Charities

Every step is dedicated to compassion. Learn about each cause and how to contribute.

Interactive Route Map

The Journey to Rome

Scroll down or use the tour controls to walk alongside Bryn. Both the story card and the map animation are visible simultaneously as you travel across Europe.

Stage 1 of 90 km / 0 mi

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170m

Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire, UK

Leaving Buckinghamshire: The First Step

From the quiet country lanes of Buckinghamshire in the Chiltern Hills, Bryn straps on his pack and sets foot on the 2,000 km hike. The morning mist over the beech woodlands marks the commencement of months of walking.

GPS: 51.711, -0.686Scroll to advance route

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The Hike Completed

From Buckinghamshire to Rome: 2,050 kilometres walked, countless lives touched, and crucial support delivered to our partner charities.

Stage 1 of 90 km / 0 mi

170m

Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire, UK

Leaving Buckinghamshire: The First Step

Coordinates: 51.7105, -0.6865

Stage 2 of 9185 km / 115 mi

110m

Dover, Kent, UK

The White Cliffs of Dover

Walking along the historic North Downs Way through Canterbury towards Dover. Looking out over the English Channel from the iconic chalk cliffs before boarding the ferry to the European continent.

Coordinates: 51.1279, 1.3134

Stage 3 of 9240 km / 149 mi

Touching Down in France: Calais & Picardy

45m

Calais & Arras, France

Touching Down in France: Calais & Picardy

Stepping onto French soil at Calais. Joining the official Via Francigena, winding through pastoral farmland, quiet canals, and historic towns across the Nord-Pas-de-Calais and Picardy.

Coordinates: 50.9513, 1.8587

Stage 4 of 9460 km / 285 mi

85m

Reims, Grand Est, France

Reims & The Champagne Hills

The towering Gothic spires of Notre-Dame de Reims greet the trail. Walking through miles of undulating vineyards and ancient chalk cellars in the heart of the world-famous Champagne region.

Coordinates: 49.2583, 4.0317

Stage 5 of 9790 km / 490 mi

260m

Besançon & Jura Mountains, France

Ascending the Jura: Besançon

The terrain steepens as the trail hugs the Doubs River loop around Besançon's Citadel. Lush pine forests, limestone gorges, and crisp alpine air signal the transition toward the Swiss frontier.

Coordinates: 47.2378, 6.0241

Stage 6 of 9980 km / 608 mi

375m

Lausanne, Lake Geneva, Switzerland

Lake Geneva & The Lavaux Vineyards

Passing into Switzerland and descending onto the sapphire shores of Lake Geneva at Lausanne. Walking through UNESCO-listed terraced vineyards with the snow-capped Alps reflecting across the open water.

Coordinates: 46.5197, 6.6323

Stage 7 of 91,140 km / 708 mi

Conquering the Alps: Great St Bernard Pass

2,469m

Great St Bernard Pass, Swiss/Italian Border

Conquering the Alps: Great St Bernard Pass

The pinnacle challenge of the entire journey: ascending to 2,469 meters (8,100 ft) into brisk mountain winds, snowfields, and the legendary 1,000-year-old hospice. Crossing the high alpine frontier into Italy.

Coordinates: 45.8689, 7.1706

Stage 8 of 91,620 km / 1,006 mi

19m

Lucca & Tuscany, Italy

Tuscan Trails: Lucca & Val d'Orcia

Descending from the Aosta Valley into the warm, golden light of Tuscany. Wandering along the Renaissance fortified walls of Lucca, cypress-lined gravel strade bianche, and olive orchards.

Coordinates: 43.8430, 10.5080

Stage 9 of 92,050 km / 1,273 mi

The Final Mile: Rome & St. Peter's Square

21m

Vatican City & Rome, Italy

The Final Mile: Rome & St. Peter's Square

Entering Rome via Monte Mario to catch the very first awe-inspiring panoramic view of the Eternal City. Walking the final triumphal avenue into St. Peter's Square—2,050 kilometres on foot, dream fulfilled, and life-changing charities supported.

Coordinates: 41.9022, 12.4568

The Hike Completed

From Buckinghamshire to Rome: 2,050 kilometres walked, countless lives touched, and crucial support delivered to our partner charities.

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