Pontifical Swiss Guard – Vatican Gate loop from Vatican Apostolic Library

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Italy

Lazio

Rome

Pontifical Swiss Guard – Vatican Gate loop from Vatican Apostolic Library

Easy

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Pontifical Swiss Guard – Vatican Gate loop from Vatican Apostolic Library

00:37

2.26km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 94 m for 123 m

Permit required

After 2.04 km for 123 m

Permit required

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Parking

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264 m

Pontifical Swiss Guard

Highlight • Historical Site

The Pontifical Swiss Guard is a combination of tradition and modernity. Under his traditional Renaissance uniform is a young, modern and well-educated Swiss. These young people share the firm conviction …

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308 m

Vatican Gate

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Holy Door

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609 m

Monument to the Carabinieri, Piazza del Risorgimento

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Piazza del Risorgimento, also known as Renaissance Square, is located in Rome, Italy. This square marks the beginning of the route to Vatican City and is a transit point for both tourists and local Romans.

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672 m

Mosaic of Our Lady of Grace

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The beautiful Mary image is located on a house corner on the Leonine Wall.

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1.32 km

Momo Spiral Staircase, Vatican Museums

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The Helical Staircase in the Vatican Museums, located in Vatican City, is an architectural marvel. Although at first glance it looks like a single staircase, it is actually made up …

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1.63 km