Introducing Riviera di Ponente
Curving west from Genoa to the French border, this stretch of the Ligurian coast has a more down-to-earth atmosphere than the Riviera di Levante. While it still harbours high-profile resorts such as lively San Remo, it also shelters some lesser-known gems, particularly along the stretch of coast from Noli to Finale Ligure.
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The coast’s chalky cliffs draw free climbers from Italy and beyond; above the cliffs, the mountains hide a warren of hilltop villages.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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Re: 4 to 6 week trip to Europe
by SilverXerk 18 August 2011
I wouldn't completely wing it as you're going in high season. However, you can find hotels a couple days in advance online to keep your…
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RE: PARIS - SWITZERLAND - AUSTRIA - ITALY
by HERITAGE1 11 August 2011
I guess we've heard so much about the French Riviera - We like coastal mediterranian scenery, maybe go on a day cruise. We thought after…
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RE: Italian Riviera in August - Is this crazy?
by pittedprunestravel 04 June 2011
oh yeah, btw just in case u can't find accomodation in cinque terre, don't stay too far out of cinque terre area. to me, Genoa is too…
