24.08.2025
Sanremo: city of flowers, casinos and a famous festival
On the west coast of Liguria, just a few kilometres from the border with France, lies Sanremo - a town that has become synonymous with elegance, music and flowering gardens. Called La Città dei Fiori - the City of Flowers - it has attracted travellers, artists and nobility from all over Europe for more than a...
18.06.2025
Church of San Pietro in Portovenere
In Portovenere, on the very edge of the rock outcrop, is the Gothic-Romanesque church of St. Peter - Chiesa di San Pietro. This dramatically situated church is not only an architectural icon of Portovenere, but also a symbol of courage, faith and human ingenuity in the face of the elements.
The church stands on a...
15.06.2025
The islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto - a UNESCO heritage site off the coast of Liguria
Just a few minutes by boat from picturesque Portovenere lie three magical islands: Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto. Together they form part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and are an ideal destination for nature, history and tranquillity lovers off the main tourist routes.
14.06.2025
Corniglia - the most peaceful village of the Cinque Terre
Corniglia is the quietest and least touristy village in the Cinque Terre, and that's where its charm lies. It is the only one that is not directly on the sea, but high on a cliff, surrounded by vineyards. This location gives it a unique atmosphere and views you won't find elsewhere in the region.
A village between the...
13.06.2025
Discover Portovenere!
Portovenere is a coastal town in Liguria, often unjustly neglected and overshadowed by the more famous Cinque Terre. Yet it offers the same beauty, authenticity and breathtaking views - without the tourist crowds.
Portovenere is located in northwest Italy, on the edge of the Gulf of La Spezia.
05.06.2025
Tellaro and the legend of the giant octopus
At the very eastern end of the Ligurian coast, where the hills slope steeply into the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, is Tellaro, a small fishing village. Its pink, orange and yellow houses clinging to the rocks above the sea, its narrow stone streets and all thethe silence, broken only by the sound of the waves,...
03.06.2025
The most beautiful villages of Liguria
Liguria, a region in northwest Italy, offers stunning beaches, traditional fishing villages and a charming historic centre that allows you to explore Italy's rich culture.
In Liguria you will find some of the most beautiful beaches in Italy, including Cinque Terre, Portofino and Sanremo.
03.06.2025
Riomaggiore: the living gateway to the Cinque Terre
Riomaggiore is the southernmost and the first village of the Cinque Terre that most visitors recognise as the entry point to this fabulous coastline. The village is set in a narrow valley between two hills, and the colourful houses cascade from the harbour to the hillside vineyards.
31.05.2025
Fall in love with Vernazza: The most beautiful views in the Cinque Terre
Vernazza is often considered the most picturesque and romantic of the five towns of the Cinque Terre. The sight of its harbour, the colourful houses clinging to the rocks, the narrow streets and the dominant Castello Doria will be a memory you'll remember for a lifetime.
The authentic atmosphere of Ligurian life
Unlike...
30.05.2025
Sentiero Azzurro, the Blue Trail that takes you through the villages of the Cinque Terre
Imagine a journey where mountain paths wind over the shimmering Ligurian Sea, where vineyards, olive groves and the colourful houses of small fishing villages alternate. Welcome to the Sentiero Azzurro - the legendary Blue Trail that connects five villages of the Cinque Terre region on Italy's northwest coast.
This...
28.05.2025
Manarola: The most photogenic village in Liguria
Manarola is perhaps the most iconic and photographed village of the Cinque Terre. Colourful houses clinging to a steep rock outcrop, a small harbour with a fishingboats, vineyards rising into the hills and the turquoise sea - all this creates a picture that resembles a postcard.
Manarola is set in a dramatic landscape...
24.05.2025
Monterosso al Mare, the largest of the five Cinque Terre villages
Monterosso al Mare is the westernmost and largest of the five villages that make up the famous Cinque Terre. Unlike the other towns in the area, Monterosso is more spread out, with less development and more opportunities for relaxation.
Old and new Monterosso
Monterosso is divided into two parts - the historic centre...
19.02.2025
Monastery of San Fruttuoso
San Fruttuoso is a picturesque bay hidden among the rocks and Mediterranean vegetation on the Ligurian coast, between Portofino and Camogli. The place is famous for its monastic history, its beautiful beach and the statue of Christ of the Abyss (Cristo degli Abissi), which is located under the sea.
Monastery of San...
18.02.2025
Holidays in Liguria
Liguria, a narrow strip of land in northwest Italy, is where the majestic Apennines meet the azure blue Ligurian Sea. It offers not only picturesque fishing villages, but also lively towns, luxurious resorts and unspoilt nature. If you're planning a holiday in this area, here are some tips on accommodation, attractions...
12.12.2024
7 reasons to visit Riviera dei Fiori
The Riviera dei Fiori, or "Riviera of Flowers", is a stunning coastal area in western Liguria. Thanks to its subtropical climate, it is known for its endless gardens and the variety of flowers - from oleanders to wild roses. But the Riviera dei Fiori attracts not only with its natural beauty, but also with its historic...
02.12.2024
Muretto di Alassio
At first glance, it may appear to be just a low, seemingly ordinary wall, but a closer look reveals something extraordinary - hundreds of ceramic tiles, each with its own story. Each tile on this wall bears the signature or dedication of a famous person who has left his or her imprint here.
Alassio, a charming seaside...
28.10.2024
Bussana Vecchia, open-air gallery
In the picturesque countryside of Liguria, near the coast, lies the village of Bussana Vecchia. A place that will really surprise you with its unique atmosphere.
The village was almost completely destroyed by the strong earthquake that struck Liguria on 23 February 1887.
26.08.2024
Neroli, the orange symbol of luxury
Neroli is one of the most precious essential oils, known for its delicate, floral scent and rich therapeutic properties. It is associated with the small coastal town of Portofino in northwest Italy. How?
Neroli oil is extracted from the flowers of the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium var.
25.08.2024
Portofino
Portofino, a town with a beautiful harbour, pastel coloured houses and a luxurious atmosphere that attracts the rich and famous from all over the world. Come and be tempted too...
Located in the province of Genoa in the region of Liguria. Portofino is easily reached by car or by boat from the nearby town of Santa...
22.08.2024
Via dell'Amore: a romantic path on the Ligurian Riviera
The historic Via dell'Amore, also known as the "Way of Love", is not only one of the most beautifulmost beautiful hiking experience in Italy, but also a symbol of romance and natural beauty.
The Via dell'Amore connects the two Italian villages of Riomaggiore and Manarola in the Cinque Terre region on the north-west...
