Levanto

lies to the north of Cinque Terre. This seaside resort was confirmed to be in the top 50 of seaside resorts in Italy.

Attractions, worth a visit

The chiesa di Sant'Andrea is an example of Ligurian gothiic of the thirteenth century with the facade in white and black bands and a magnificent rose window that overlaps with the main entrance. It was erected in 1232 and enlarged in 1463.

Chiesa di Santa Maria della Costa.

Chiesa di Nostra Signora della Guardia.

The chiesa di San Giacomo can be reached by climbing a path from Piazza del Popolo It is particularly striking on the day of the celebration of San Giacomo on July 25.

Chiesa di San Rocco, an intimate place in the historical center of Levanto.

The chiesa di Santissima Annunziata. Its construction was started in 1499 by the Franciscan Father Levanto Baptist Tagliacarne. In 1613 a collapse almost completely destroyed the south aisle of the building. It was rebuilt in the following years and expanded into a convent.

The Agnelli villa was built in early 1900. Its unique position high above the sea an the parks around make it a great location.

LA LOGGIA dates back to the thirteenth century. In 2007 the medieval loggia was named a UNESCO monument of culture and witness for peace.

Walks from Levanto

Tour della Valle di Bonassola: La Francesca-Scernio-Costella-Chiesa di San Giorgio-Montaretto-Monte Brino-Carpenegio-Salto della Lepre-Bonassola.
Time required : half a day.

Bonassola-Framura: 4.5 km
time required : 2.5 hours.

Levanto-Madonna della Guardia-Ghiare: paths no. 12, 30 and 30A.

Where to stay ?

La Francesca

This holiday village is situated near Levanto in a 15 hectares' protected area rich in pine-trees and mediterranean maquis.

Appartments for up to 8 persons allow for a budget friendly stay for families. With swimming pool, tennis courts and a tiny beach, you have the choice for either an active or a relaxing holiday.