Discover the surroundings of Spezia

Napoleon himself defined this gulf as the most beautiful in the entire universe.

The Scalinata di Monesteroli (Monesteroli Stairway) still retains a certain charm.

Campiglia is one of the most iconic and well-known areas of the Gulf of La Spezia.

The village of Biassa is located along the road to the Cinque Terre.

Sarzana, a crossroads between the regions of Liguria, Tuscany, and Emilia-Romagna, is one of most typical towns of this territory.

The village of Pitelli stands on the hills of the Gulf of La Spezia and is one the biggest villages in the Municipality of La Spezia.

Riomaggiore is part of the National Park of Cinque Terre, in which the marine area is characterized by coastal waters, essentially of the rocky type.

Manarola, hamlet of Riomaggiore, is a town planning jewel, rich as it is in typical tower houses of Genovese style.

The location of Corniglia provides a breathtaking view, which sweeps across the coast to Monterosso and Punta Mesco.

The village of Vernazza is by the sea, and the main square is one of the characteristics of the Cinque Terre.

The typical village consists of colorful houses, beautiful beaches, steep rugged cliffs and crystal clear sea. These features make this town one of the most welcoming places of the eastern Riviera.

Portovenere became a maritime port during the Byzantine period and, down the ages, joined the expansionist ambitions of the Republic of Genoa.

The Gulf of La Spezia is rich in traditional seaside and fishing villages, with their typical pastel-colored houses facing the sea.

Lerici is one of the most picturesque villages and towns of Liguria.

The village appears as a timeless place, its surrounding nature has remained untouched.

Muggiano still retains the typical traits of Ligurian villages.

During the 20’s, the city district of Fossamastra was considered a local version of Viareggio.

Tellaro, located at the edge of the Gulf of La Spezia, is the easternmost village under the Municipality of Lerici.

Levanto, thanks to its prime location, is considered the entrance gate to the 5 Terre National Park.

Pontremoli, the northernmost municipality of Tuscany, geographically and culturally belongs to the Lunigiana area.

This circular route starts at Sella Derbi, a panoramic spot along the paved road from Le Grazie to La Castellana.

The circular route starts at the parking lot of the Rifugio Muzzerone.

This circular route starts in Piazza Bastreri, at Portovenere.

The route connecting Portovenere to Passo del Bosco is part of the Alta Via dei Monti Liguri and in this part is known as Sentiero dei Poeti.

The Via Francigena is one of the ancient roads connecting France to the south of Europe, which, passing through Rome, reaches Apulia.

The starting point is at 270 meters above sea level in a sharp bend along the road connecting Le Grazie to the Castellana.

The starting point is at Manarola, in the church square.

The starting point is at the train station of Riomaggiore.

The circular route begins in Piazza Bastreri in Portovenere.

This circular route starts in Via Libertà at Le Grazie.

The Cinque Terre National Park is one of the smallest in Italy, and includes Pelagos Sanctuary for Mediterranean Marine Mammals and a Protected Marine Area.

At the border between Liguria and Tuscany, the Montemarcello-Magra Park includes an area rich in natural, historical, and cultural value.

The Apuan Alps Regional Park was formally established in 1985. This Park extends over 30 km and represents a real natural heritage.

The Gulf of La Spezia is not simply a tourist destination, fascinating visitors with its treasures overlooking the sea or attracting those who enjoy hills and mountains.

La Spezia offers many possibilities to explore the seabed of the Gulf and its surroundings.

There are no beaches in the city, but these are located along the Gulf’s coastline and along the coastline of the Cinque Terre.