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Sentiero degli Alpini

The most exciting trail of Western Liguria Sentiero degli Alpini was built between 1936 and 1938 to connect the Monte Grai barracks with the defensive line of Monte Pietravecchia-Monte Toraggio.The narrow path, largely carved in the rock through steep slopes, guaranteed the one-way passage of men and mules. Testo a cura di Claudio Cecchi, immagini […]

Monte Pietravecchia

The peak of Nervia valley Monte Pietravecchia, 2038 mt, is the highest peak of the ridge between Val Nervia and Val Roja. Its northern slope is covered by a dense forest, crossed by a military road that leads to the remains of the field battery station, dating back to approximately 1880 andplaced at its top. Testo […]

Foliage around Scarassan

Autumn colors At the end of the summer, every nourishment reaches the trunk and roots of deciduous plants. Leaves then start to change their color, making a great final show. Testo a cura di Corrado Agnese, immagini di Nicola Ferrarese.

Casemates in the wood of Scarassa

Vallo Alpino fortifications Colla Scarassan, 1224 mt, was part of Posizione di Resistenza del Vallo Alpino, the fortified line built between the two world wars near the French border. Along the military route it is possible to see many suggestive defensive fortifications. Testo a cura di Claudio Cecchi, immagini di Nicola Ferrarese.

Monte Toraggio

Like Dolomites but with sea view Monte Toraggio, 1973 mt, can be reached by following the Alta Via dei Monti Liguri. Under its twin peaks lie the wide pastures of the Prato del Toraggio. Testo a cura di Claudio Cecchi, immagini di Nicola Ferrarese.

Col du Corbeau

Between France and Italy Gola del Corvo, 1403 mt, also called Col du Corbeau, is located along the alpine ridge in the upper part of Val Nervia, at the border between Italy and France.Here the Alta Via dei Monti Liguri follows the military route connecting Sentiero degli Alpini with Passo Muratone.Along the route there is […]

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