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Alassio

What to do in Alassio when it rains

The galleries with their real opening hours, exhibitions, the library, the gardens in the rain and the trip to Albenga. Plus the thing nobody says: Alassio has no cinema.

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Ventimiglia

Ventimiglia and the Hanbury Gardens: what to see on the border

Guide to Ventimiglia: the medieval upper town, the Friday market, the Hanbury Botanical Gardens at La Mortola and practical tips for your visit.

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Sestri Levante

Getting to Sestri Levante and where to park

The station is in town and both bays are within walking distance: why the train makes more sense here than elsewhere, and what to ask about parking.

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La Spezia

Getting to La Spezia and where to park

Train, motorway and ferry to reach La Spezia, the two-station catch, and what to ask about parking before you leave.

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Imperia

Getting to Imperia and where to park

Imperia is two towns in one, and the station is not by the sea: what to know before booking, and how to plan your arrival and parking.

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Varazze

Varazze and the Lungomare Europa: a walk high above the sea

A route in Varazze: the Lungomare Europa on the old railway high above the sea, the beaches, the old town and tips for visiting on foot or by bike.

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Laigueglia

Laigueglia: a guide to the fishing village and its beaches

Guide to Laigueglia: one of Italy's most beautiful villages, the sandy beaches, the walk to Alassio and practical tips for your stay.

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Triora

Triora and the Valle Argentina: a route through the village of the witches

A route to Triora and the Valle Argentina: the village of the witches, the ethnographic museum, the carruggi, Triora bread and tips on getting there.

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Spotorno

Spotorno and Bergeggi: beaches, promenade and the island

Guide to the beaches of Spotorno and Bergeggi: sand, the seafront walk between the two towns, the island of Bergeggi and the nature reserve, with practical tips.

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Santa Margherita Ligure

Santa Margherita Ligure and Paraggi: a guide to the pearl of the Tigullio

Guide to Santa Margherita Ligure: the seafront, Villa Durazzo, the harbour, the bay of Paraggi and the connections to Portofino on foot, by bus or by boat.

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Portovenere

Portovenere and the island of Palmaria: a route in the Gulf of Poets

A route in Portovenere: the church of San Pietro on the cliff, the Doria castle, the carruggio and the crossing to the island of Palmaria, with practical tips.

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Levanto

Levanto and the Maremonti cycle path towards Bonassola and Framura

A route on the Maremonti cycle path between Levanto, Bonassola and Framura: a former railway with tunnels over the sea, coves, bike hire and practical tips.

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Chiavari

Chiavari: what to see among arcades, market and seafront

Guide to Chiavari: the medieval arcades of the carruggio dritto, the market, the cathedral, the seafront and tips for visiting the town of the Tigullio.

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Toirano

Toirano Caves: a route through caves and village

A route to the Toirano Caves: the guided visit among stalactites and prehistoric traces, the village of Toirano and tips for planning your day.

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San Fruttuoso

San Fruttuoso: guide to the abbey reachable only by sea or on foot

San Fruttuoso: the Benedictine abbey in an isolated bay between Camogli and Portofino, reachable only by boat or on foot.

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Bocca di Magra

Bocca di Magra: a guide to the village at the river mouth, between sea and Montemarcello

Bocca di Magra: the small port at the mouth of the Magra, historically loved by writers and artists, and the promontory of Montemarcello.

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Luni

Luni: guide to the Roman archaeological site on the border with Tuscany

Luni: the archaeological excavations of the ancient Roman colony, the amphitheater, and the museum, on the border between Liguria and Tuscany.

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Zoagli

Zoagli: a guide to the silk village between Rapallo and Chiavari

Zoagli: the tradition of silk and velvet weaving, the scenic promenade, and the small beaches between Rapallo and Chiavari.

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Vado Ligure

Vado Ligure: guide to the port city between Savona and Bergeggi

Vado Ligure: the commercial port, the historic center, and the proximity to the natural reserve of Bergeggi.

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Albisola

Albisola: guide to the city of ceramics on the western Riviera

Albisola: the tradition of artistic ceramics, the seafront, and the connection with artists like Asger Jorn and Lucio Fontana.

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Arenzano

Arenzano: guide to the seaside village between Genoa and the western Liguria

Arenzano: beaches, the Pallavicini castle, and the sanctuary, just a few kilometers from Genoa.

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Taggia

Taggia: a guide to the medieval village among olive trees and the Roman bridge

Taggia: the medieval historic center, the famous humpbacked bridge, and the tradition of the Taggiasca olive.

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Camogli

Camogli - San Fruttuoso - Portofino (crossing of the promontory)

The complete crossing of the Portofino Promontory, from Camogli to Portofino via San Fruttuoso: verified data and a shorter option for those who do not want to complete the entire route.

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Genova

Genoa Forts Ring

An urban hiking loop along the old walls and forts that overlook Genoa from above, with verified data on the route and distance.

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