Riccò del Golfo di Spezia: Karst, Village Culture and Mountain Views

Among Trails, Karst and Mountain Views in Riccò del Golfo

Riccò del Golfo di Spezia can be discovered through several specific facets: a trail in the hills, an unusual karst landscape, and villages with visible traces of local architectural culture.

Hiking and Unusual Landscapes

For hikers, a specific trail route is the main attraction: the Via del Sale di Bovecchio passes through the village of Bovecchio and joins the Alta Via delle Cinque Terre in the hills above Vernazza and Corniglia. If you are planning to hike the Via del Sale di Bovecchio, you can consider the section through Bovecchio and the high-altitude connection above Vernazza and Corniglia as distinct parts of the route.

The Polje di Caresana is the only example of this karst morphology in the entire Ligurian region. Karst morphology refers to a type of landscape shaped by karst. The polje is easy to see from the SS1 Via Aurelia.

Village Culture and Nature by the Water

In the Borgo di Casella, the tradition of sandstone working is visible in the carved portals, lintels and sun symbols on the village houses. This craftsmanship is therefore evident in several specific architectural elements. If you would like to get to know villages through their architecture, this close look offers a good reason to pay careful attention.

In the area known as al Muraglione, natural pools and waterfalls form along the Riccò stream. For a varied day, you can consider observing nature and looking at local architectural forms as separate interests alongside each other.

Ancient Site, Museum and Viewpoints

In the immediate vicinity of Riccò del Golfo is the Sito archeologico del Castello di Carpena, which is considered an ancient site. The Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti, a museum, is also located nearby. The Belvédère de Manarola, considered a viewpoint, is likewise in the surrounding area. Together, these offer an ancient site, a museum and a viewpoint for different visitor interests.

Quaratica has a characteristic fan-shaped network of paved lanes and covered walkways. This layout shapes the spatial impression of the village and makes Quaratica particularly interesting if you pay attention to route design, materials and sheltered passages.

The forecourt of the Santuario dell'Agostina offers views across Riccò and its districts to the Apennines and the Gulf of La Spezia. The Santuario di San Gottardo is located on the mountain of the same name and is especially worth visiting for its viewpoint. Both places focus on far-reaching views over the landscape and settlement areas.

Further Places for Orientation

You can find further places for orientation here: Ponzano Superiore, Tellaro, Cavanella Vara, Levanto, Monterosso Al Mare, Fiascherino, Rocchetta Di Vara and Lavaggiorosso.

For the higher-level travel overview: La Spezia.