Santa Margherita Ligure
The Gulf of Tigullio in Liguria is surrounded by a landscape of hills that slope gently down to the sandy beach coast.
"Santa" or the Pearl of Tigullio - as Santa Margherita Ligure is called by locals - lies between Portofino and Rapallo in a protected bay and is considered one of the most beautiful parts of the Ligurian coast. At the southern end of the peninsula, surrounded by a landscape of Mediterranean hills, lies the world-famous seaside resort of Portofino.
Highlights
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Especially in the summer season, Santa is a lively town full of bathing establishments, bars and restaurants. But it still retains the same elegance as before - a legacy of the Belle Époque. The special flair around the harbor is something very special and will enchant you.
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Portofino is the place for the rich and beautiful. Portofino is easy to reach by boat from Rapallo or by bus from Santa Margherita Ligure.
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The mild climate and the beauty of the area make it one of the most attractive seaside resorts on the Eastern Riviera. Here you can not only enjoy the classic seaside lifestyle and sunbathe in the town's small bathing establishments, but also discover the beauty of the surrounding area.
One of the most impressive architectural works is certainly the fortress of San Francesco di Rapallo. In addition to tourism, the traditional silk velvet weaving industry is also very well known and active.
Villa Tigullio is home to the Museum of Bobbin Lace, another traditional handicraft from Rapallo. -
Want to discover this superb region? Then book a direct train to Sestri Levante every Sat and Sun from April.
Or daily via Milan in around 7 hours.
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