Ente Parco di Portofino

EXCURSIONS CALENDAR AUGUST & SEPTEMBER 2021

EXCURSIONS CALENDAR AUGUST 2021

All the guided activities are also open to foreign hikers (BILINGUAL Italian/ English guide service) and are FREE OF CHARGE).

(exceptions are made for excursions along the "Via dei Tubi" for which a contribution of € 5.00 per person is required as established by the regulations of the Park).
Mandatory registration via online form.

Sunday 1st August

Feast of the Stella Maris seen from the Park

Guided excursion on the steps of ancient traditions, on the occasion of the feast of the Stella Maris, which has its origins in the distant 1400s and which is crowned with the laying in the sea of thousands of biodegradable candles, lit in honor of the Madonna. The circular itinerary touches Punta Chiappa, a conglomerate spur that extends into the deep blue of the Golfo Paradiso, on which there is the altar dedicated to the Stella Maris, and the 202nd Batteria Chiappa with the World War II military posts facing the sea.
Appointment with the guide at the Church of San Rocco at 7.00 pm

Itinerary: San Rocco - Batterie - Punta Chiappa - San Rocco or vice versa (depending on the program of the feast, to be defined)
Gain in altitude: about 250 m uphill and downhill
Difficulty: easy

Equipment needed for the excursion: sportswear, hiking shoes (non-slip sole), flashlight (even from a charged mobile phone), community mask, water bottle, packed dinner.

Registration mandatory within 08.00 pm of the day before, via online form: https://forms.gle/PeVhfKyAm7jvX1NZA
Maximum number of participants 15 people.

Saturday 7th August

Between history and nature: Via dei Tubi and sunset at Rocca del Falco

For experienced hikers.

Appointment with the guide in front of the Church of San Rocco di Camogli at 4.30 pm.

With your guide you will reach the so-called Via dei Tubi which follows the route of the old Camogli aqueduct. You will follow the pipe that once carried drinking water to the town of Camogli. A very scenic itinerary of historical-cultural as well as naturalistic interest, which develops along technical routes, equipped with handrail chains, and includes the crossing of some tunnels without lighting. At the end of the route of the Via dei Tubi you will climb up to Pietre Strette and take the beautiful path that leads to Semaforo Nuovo, characterized by magnificent views of Cala dell'Oro and the scents of the Mediterranean scrub. From Semaforo Nuovo you reach the Rocca del Falco, a panoramic point from which you can enjoy a gorgeous view of the Golfo Paradiso at sunset. After sunset, you will walk down to Gaixella and San Rocco through cool woods.
End of the guided activity scheduled for 10.00 pm.

Registration mandatory within 8.00 pm of the day before via online form: https://forms.gle/6ccCNpct2RtHZtxz6

Cost: € 5 per person, as per the Park regulations.

Payment through PagoPA online system, link: https://nrp.regione.liguria.it/portalecittadino/pub/homepage?4
(Click on: pagamenti senza avviso - payments without notice - search for "Ente Parco di Portofino" under the voice "creditore"; under the voice "Cosa vuoi pagare" - what would you like to pay - clik on "escursioni" - excursions). cumulative payments are possible.
Payment can be made after receiving confirmation that the excursion will take place regularly for favorable weather conditions.
Maximum number of subscribers 15 pax.

Itinerary: San Rocco - Via dei Tubi - Pietre Strette - Sella Porcile - Toca - Semaforo Nuovo - Rocca del Falco - Gaixella - San Rocco

Gain in altitude: about 220 m uphill

Equipment needed: walking shoes or hiking shoes (non-slip sole), flashlight (also from mobile phone), community mask, water bottle, packed dinner.

Sunday 8th August

Parco sul mare: escursione e snorkeling guidati a Cala degli Inglesi

Guided excursion between land and sea, with snorkeling in the beautiful and isolated Cala degli Inglesi. Along some of the most beautiful paths of the Park on the eastern and southern slopes, among cultivated fields, aromas of the typical Mediterranean vegetation and breathtaking views, you reach the Cala degli Inglesi, a small amphitheater between the conglomerate cliffs, difficult to reach and hidden away from land. From the terrestrial park to the crystalline waters of the Marine Protected Area!
At the end of the guided snorkeling activity, you will climb up the steep path that leads back to Vessinaro, from where you return to Santa Margherita along one of the many secondary and less known paths.

Appointment with the guide in Santa Margherita behind the IP petrol station in front of the port, in front of the Park information panel, at 9.00 am.

Itinerary: Santa Margherita - Nozarego - Gave - Mulino del Gassetta - Vessinaro - Cala degli Inglesi (guided snorkeling) - Vessinaro - San Sebastiano - Fossatello - Gave - Santa Margherita

Gain in altitude: about 600 m uphill and downhill
Difficulty: medium / challenging

Equipment needed for the excursion: sportswear, hiking shoes (non-slip sole), community mask, water bottle, packed lunch.
Equipment needed for snorkeling: mask and snorkel.
End of the activity scheduled for 04.00 pm.

Mandatory registration within 08.00 pm of the day before via online form: https://forms.gle/m2Pi2UaiNnxaehuX8

Maximum number of subscribers 15 pax.

Friday 13th August

Between history and nature: Via dei Tubi at sunset

For experienced hikers.
Appointment with the guide in front of the Church of San Rocco di Camogli at 5.30 pm.
With your guide you will reach the Caselle spring in the San Fruttuoso valley, to hike the so-called Via dei Tubi which follows the route of the old Camogli aqueduct. You will follow the pipe that once carried drinking water to the town of Camogli. A very scenic itinerary of historical-cultural as well as naturalistic interest, which develops along technical routes, equipped with handrail chains, and includes the crossing of some tunnels without lighting. At the end of the route of the Via dei Tubi you reach the Batterie, military posts dating back to the Second World War and then return to San Rocco with the guide along an easy path.
End of the guided activity scheduled for 10.00 pm.
Registration mandatory within 8.00 pm of the day before via online form: https://forms.gle/kjr2zZau9cax99f48
Maximum number of subscribers 15 pax.

Itinerary: San Rocco - Gaixella - Pietre Strette - Via dei Tubi - Batterie - San Rocco
Gain in altitude: about 220 m uphill
Equipment needed: walking shoes or hiking shoes (non-slip sole), flashlight (also from mobile phone), community mask, water bottle, packed dinner.

Cost: € 5 per person, as per the Park regulations

Sunset at Semaforo Vecchio

Evening excursion to the summit of Mount Portofino to capture one of the magnificent sunsets on the Golfo Paradiso.
Appointment with the guide in front of the Church of San Rocco di Camogli at 06.00 pm.
After going up to Sella Gaixella along the old mule track used for centuries for trade, you will walk up to Semaforo Vecchio through the cool woods at the top of the Park.
From beautiful panoramic view point at Semaforo Vecchio you will enjoy a wonderful view on the Gulf and the city of Genoa. With the guide you will Return to San Rocco after sunset, passing through Sella Porcile, Sequoie, Paradiso and Gaixella. End of the activity scheduled for 10.00 pm.

Gain in altitude: about 360 m uphill and downhill

Difficulty: medium / easy

Necessary equipment: sports clothing, hiking shoes, torch (even a loaded cell phone is fine), community mask, water bottle, packed dinner.

Mandatory registration within 8.00 pm of the day before via online form: https://forms.gle/3R6Px5kRobqhTwrA9

Sunday 15th August

Sunrise at the lighthouse and guided snorkeling in Paraggi

Guided excursion between land and sea, with snorkeling in the emerald water of the Bay of Paraggi.

Appointment with the guide in the Paraggi car park at 5.30 am.
Walk to the Portofino lighthouse to admire the sunrise over the Gulf of Tigullio. Return to Paraggi and guided snorkeling activity.
A pleasant excursion to start a mid-summer day in the best possible way!
Route: Paraggi - Portofino - Faro - Portofino -Paraggi (guided snorkeling)
Gain in altitude: about 80 m uphill and downhill
Difficulty: easy

Equipment needed for the excursion: sportswear, sneakers, community mask, water bottle
Equipment needed for snorkeling: mask and snorkel

End of activity scheduled for about 9.30 am

Compulsory registration within 8.00 pm of the previous day via online form: https://forms.gle/Mb9ezYVFCAMTVoHD6
Maximum number of participants 15 people.

Those coming by car are advised to park in the white lines along the road before the bay of Paraggi.:

Saturday 21st August

Between history and nature: Via dei Tubi at sunset

For experienced hikers.

Appointment with the guide in front of the Church of San Rocco di Camogli at 5.30 pm.
With your guide you will reach the Caselle spring in the San Fruttuoso valley, to hike the so-called Via dei Tubi which follows the route of the old Camogli aqueduct. You will follow the pipe that once carried drinking water to the town of Camogli. A very scenic itinerary of historical-cultural as well as naturalistic interest, which develops along technical routes, equipped with handrail chains, and includes the crossing of some tunnels without lighting. At the end of the route of the Via dei Tubi you reach the Batterie, military posts dating back to the Second World War and then return to San Rocco with the guide along an easy path.
End of the guided activity scheduled for 10.00 pm.

Itinerary: San Rocco - Gaixella - Pietre Strette - Via dei Tubi - Batterie - San Rocco
Gain in altitude: about 220 m uphill

Equipment needed: walking shoes or hiking shoes (non-slip sole), flashlight (also from mobile phone), community mask, water bottle, packed dinner.

Registration mandatory within 8.00 pm of the day before via online form: https://forms.gle/2f9bCgdwvas8PkieA
Maximum number of subscribers 15 pax.

Cost: € 5 per person, as per the Park regulations

Park on the sea: guided excursion and snorkeling in San Fruttuoso

Guided excursion between land and sea, with snorkeling in the beautiful bay of San Fruttuoso. Along some of the most beautiful paths of the Park on the eastern and southern slopes, among cultivated fields, aromas of the typical Mediterranean vegetation and breathtaking views, you reach the inlet of San Fruttuoso.

From the terrestrial park to the crystalline waters of the Marine Protected Area!

The access to the beach of San Fruttuoso is limited, therefore it is not possible to stop on the beach but only to leave your backpack and clothes and access the sea.

At the end of the guided snorkeling activity, scheduled for 1.30 pm, it will be possible to stop in San Fruttuoso to visit the beautiful Abbey (booking recommended), eating in one of the restaurants (booking recommended) or returning to Santa Margherita or going to Camogli by public ferry (ticket paid by the participants, can be purchased directly on the pier - no reservation required).
Appointment with the guide in Santa Margherita behind the IP petrol station in front of the port, in front of the Park information panel, at 9.00 am.

Itinerary: anta Margherita - Nozarego - Gave - Mulino del Gassetta - Prato - Base O - San Fruttuoso (guided snorkeling).

Gain in altitude: about 300 m uphill and downhill
Difficulty: medium / easy

Equipment needed for the excursion: sportswear, hiking shoes (non-slip sole), community mask, water bottle, packed lunch if desired.
Equipment needed for snorkeling: mask and snorkel.

Compulsory registration within 08.00 pm of the day before via online form: https://forms.gle/akrdTuxk1hv9p4eD6

Maximum number of participants 15 people.

Saturday 28th August

Sunset at Mount Bricco end guided visit to the military posts

Sunset at Mount Bricco with a guided tour of the 202nd Chiappa Battery (Military posts dating back to World War II)
Evening excursion to the military installation on Mount Bricco to capture one of the magnificent sunsets on the Golfo Paradiso.
Appointment with the guide at the Church of San Rocco di Camogli at 06.00 pm. Once at the 202nd Batteria Chiappa , you will visit the military posts dating back to the Second World War, before continuing on to the installation on Mount Bricco. Return to San Rocco after sunset. End of the activity scheduled for 10.30 pm.

Registration mandatory within 8.00 pm of the day before via online form: https://forms.gle/Vu1Zt8NgLn2gv8D87

Maximum number of subscribers 15 pax.
Gain in altitude: about 120 m uphill
Difficulty: easy

Necessary equipment: sports clothing, hiking shoes, flashlight (even from a charged cell phone), community mask, water bottle, packed dinner.

Sunday 29th August

Between history and nature: Via dei Tubi and sunset at Semaforo Nuovo

For experienced hikers.

Appointment with the guide in front of the Church of San Rocco di Camogli at 4.00 pm.
With your guide you will reach the so-called Via dei Tubi which follows the route of the old Camogli aqueduct. You will follow the pipe that once carried drinking water to the town of Camogli. A very scenic itinerary of historical-cultural as well as naturalistic interest, which develops along technical routes, equipped with handrail chains, and includes the crossing of some tunnels without lighting. At the end of the route of the Via dei Tubi you will climb up to Pietre Strette and take the beautiful path that leads to Semaforo Nuovo, characterized by magnificent views of Cala dell'Oro and the scents of the Mediterranean scrub. From Semaforo Nuovo you can enjoy a magnificent view of the Golfo Paradiso at sunset. After sunset, you will walk down to Gaixella and continue downhill to San Rocco through cool woods.
End of the guided activity scheduled for 9.30 pm.

Itinerary: San Rocco - Via dei Tubi - Pietre Strette - Sella Porcile - Toca - Semaforo Nuovo - Paradiso - Gaixella - San Rocco

Gain in altitude: about 220 m uphill

Equipment needed: walking shoes or hiking shoes (non-slip sole), flashlight (even from a charged mobile phone), community mask, water bottle, packed dinner.

Registration mandatory within 8.00 pm of the day before via online form: https://forms.gle/td9K3GnhnKifSXhp8

Maximum number of subscribers 15 pax.

Cost: € 5 per person, as per the Park regulations

Enjoy our guided hikes!

EXCURSIONS CALENDAR SEPTEMBER 2021

All the guided activities are also open to foreign hikers (BILINGUAL Italian/ English guide service) and are FREE OF CHARGE).

Saturday 4th September

Sunset at Mount Bricco with a guided tour of the military constructions of 202nd Batteria Chiappa

Evening excursion to the military post of Monte Bricco to capture one of the magnificent sunsets on the Golfo Paradiso.
Appointment with the guide at 5.45 pm at the Visitor Center of Batterie (which will be open from 3.00 pm)

The visitor center can be reached from San Rocco di Camogli in about 40 minutes on foot. From the Church of San Rocco, take the path that proceeds on a slight slope (marked with two red dots). Those arriving by car can park in the large paid parking lot or along the road before the barrier which reserves access to residents only.

Guided tour of the military posts dating back to the Second World War. Excursion to the Bricco observatory and return to San Rocco after sunset. End of the activity scheduled for 22.00.

Difference in altitude: about 100 m uphill

Difficulty: medium-easy
Necessary equipment: sports clothing, hiking shoes, flashlight (even from a charged cell phone), community mask, water bottle, packed dinner.

Compulsory registration by 8.00 pm of the previous day, by filling in the online form by each participant: https://forms.gle/V29tiioWq6nYenWT9

Sunday 5th September

Between history and nature: Via dei Tubi at sunset

For experienced hikers.

Appointment with the guide in front of the Church of San Rocco di Camogli at 4.45 pm.
With your guide you will reach the Caselle spring in the San Fruttuoso valley, to hike the so-called Via dei Tubi which follows the route of the old Camogli aqueduct. You will follow the pipe that once carried drinking water to the town of Camogli. A very scenic itinerary of historical-cultural as well as naturalistic interest, which develops along technical routes, equipped with handrail chains, and includes the crossing of some tunnels without lighting. At the end of the route of the Via dei Tubi you reach the Batterie, military posts dating back to the Second World War and then return to San Rocco with the guide along an easy path.
End of the guided activity scheduled for 9.30 pm.

Itinerary: San Rocco - Gaixella - Pietre Strette - Via dei Tubi - Batterie - San Rocco
Gain in altitude: about 220 m uphill

Equipment needed: walking shoes or hiking shoes (non-slip sole), flashlight (also from mobile phone), community mask, water bottle, packed dinner.

Compulsory registration by 8.00 pm of the previous day, by filling in the online form by each participant: https://forms.gle/nUdHQfBJ2cWeS9XK6

Cost: € 5 per person, as per the Park use regulations. Payment through PagoPA online system, link: https://nrp.regione.liguria.it/portalecittadino/pub/homepage?4
(Click on: pagamenti senza avviso - payments without notice - search for "Ente Parco di Portofino" under the voice "creditore"; under the voice "Cosa vuoi pagare" - what would you like to pay - clik on "escursioni" - excursions). cumulative payments are possible.

Payment can be made after receiving confirmation that the excursion will take place regularly for favorable weather conditions.

Maximum number of subscribers 15 pax.

Saturday 11th September

Between history and nature: Via dei Tubi at sunset

For experienced hikers.
Appointment with the guide in front of the Church of San Rocco di Camogli at 4.45 pm.
With your guide you will reach the Caselle spring in the San Fruttuoso valley, to hike the so-called Via dei Tubi which follows the route of the old Camogli aqueduct. You will follow the pipe that once carried drinking water to the town of Camogli. A very scenic itinerary of historical-cultural as well as naturalistic interest, which develops along technical routes, equipped with handrail chains, and includes the crossing of some tunnels without lighting. At the end of the route of the Via dei Tubi you reach the Batterie, military posts dating back to the Second World War and then return to San Rocco with the guide along an easy path.
End of the guided activity scheduled for 9.30 pm.

Registration mandatory within 8.00 pm of the day before via online form: https://forms.gle/fFwTewbPiewQEgiQ8

Payment can be made after receiving confirmation that the excursion will take place regularly for favorable weather conditions.

Maximum number of subscribers 15 pax.

Sunday 12th September

Panorama Day: excursion to the Abbey of San Fruttuoso

Guided excursion to San Fruttuoso, on the occasion of the Panorama Day. Walking along some of the most beautiful paths of the Park along the eastern and southern slopes, among cultivated fields, aromas of the typical Mediterranean vegetation and breathtaking views, you reach the inlet of San Fruttuoso.

Appointment with the guide in Santa Margherita behind the IP petrol station in front of the port, at 8.30 am.

Route: Santa Margherita - Nozarego - Gave - Mulino del Gassetta - Prato - Base O - San Fruttuoso

Gain in altitude: about 300 m uphill and downhill

Difficulty: medium

Equipment needed for the excursion: sportswear, hiking shoes (non-slip sole), community mask, water bottle, packed lunch if desired.

Compulsory registration by 8.00 pm of the previous day, by filling in the online form by each participant: https://forms.gle/aYpF1KYEshMsDsmg6

Maximum number of subscribers 15 pax.

Once in San Fruttuoso it will be possible to visit the beautiful Abbey and / or take part in the nature walk (reserved for FAI members - with the possibility of joining on site). For more info:

https://www.fondoambiente.it/eventi/giornata-del-panorama-all-abbazia-di-san-fruttuoso

Return independently, on foot or by boat (to Camogli by scheduled boat: https://www.golfoparadiso.it/; To Portofino and Santa Margherita by touristic boat: https://traghettiportofino.it)

Sunday 12th September

Stories of captains and soldiers

Guided excursion to Semaforo Nuovo, an important outpost for communication between land and sea, to the military post of Mount Bricco and Batterie, military constructions built during the Second World War to defend the coast. An itinerary that has as its main theme the stories of captains and soldiers. After the guided tour inside the casemates, the return to San Rocco will take place independently along an easy connecting path.

Appointment with the guide at 8.30 am at the church of San Rocco di Camogli (reachable by car - ample paid parking - or on foot from Camogli or Ruta in about 30 minutes)

Route: San Rocco - Gaixella - Semaforo Nuovo - Monte Bricco - Batterie with visit inside the military constructions
Difference in altitude: about 250 m uphill
Difficulty: medium
End of the guided activity scheduled for 1.30 pm. Return to San Rocco independently along an easy path.

Necessary equipment: walking shoes or hiking shoes, flashlight (or mobile phone with charged flashlight), water bottle, community mask.

Compulsory registration within 8.00 pm of the previous day by filling out the online form for each participant: https://forms.gle/KbfpmTqhegHTS3kx7

Saturday 18th September

Park by the sea: Sunrise at the lighthouse, guided excursion and snorkeling in Portofino

Guided excursion between land and sea, with snorkeling from the exclusive Olivetta beach in Portofino.

Appointment with the guide on the parking of Paraggi at 6.00 am.

Walk to the Portofino lighthouse to admire the sunrise over the Gulf of Tigullio. Descent to Olivetta beach and guided snorkeling activity. At the end you can return to Paraggi independently.

Route: Paraggi - Portofino - Faro - Olivetta beach

Difference in altitude: about 80 m uphill and downhill

Difficulty: easy

Equipment needed for the excursion: sportswear, sneakers, community mask, water bottle
Equipment needed for snorkeling: mask and snorkel

End of activity scheduled for around 9.00 am.

Compulsory registration within 8.00 pm of the previous day by filling out the online form for each participant: https://forms.gle/esqQqaw74ukstTzb6

Maximum number of subscribers 15 pax.

Those coming by car are advised to park in the white lines along the road before the bay of Paraggi.

Sunday 19th September

Between history and nature: Via dei Tubi and guided tour of the military constructions of 202nd Batteria Chiappa

For experienced hikers.
Appointment with the guide in front of the Church of San Rocco di Camogli at 8.30 am.
With your guide you will reach the Caselle spring in the San Fruttuoso valley, to hike the so-called Via dei Tubi which follows the route of the old Camogli aqueduct. You will follow the pipe that once carried drinking water to the town of Camogli. A very scenic itinerary of historical-cultural as well as naturalistic interest, which develops along technical routes, equipped with handrail chains, and includes the crossing of some tunnels without lighting. At the end of the route of the Via dei Tubi you reach Batterie, military posts dating back to the Second World War that can be visited with the Guide.

End of the guided activity scheduled for 13.30 pm. Return to San Rocco independently along an easy path.

Itinerary: San Rocco - Gaixella - Pietre Strette - Via dei Tubi - Batterie
Gain in altitude: about 220 m uphill
Equipment needed: walking shoes or hiking shoes (non-slip sole), flashlight (also from mobile phone), community mask, water bottle.

Registration mandatory within 8.00 pm of the day before via online form: https://forms.gle/N3n2gvJCpkJLSSMu9

Payment can be made after receiving confirmation that the excursion will take place regularly for favorable weather conditions.

Maximum number of subscribers 15 pax.

Saturday 25th September

Between history and nature: Via dei Tubi at sunset

For experienced hikers.
Appointment with the guide in front of the Church of San Rocco di Camogli at 4.30 pm.
With your guide you will reach the Caselle spring in the San Fruttuoso valley, to hike the so-called Via dei Tubi which follows the route of the old Camogli aqueduct. You will follow the pipe that once carried drinking water to the town of Camogli. A very scenic itinerary of historical-cultural as well as naturalistic interest, which develops along technical routes, equipped with handrail chains, and includes the crossing of some tunnels without lighting. At the end of the route of the Via dei Tubi you reach the Batterie, military posts dating back to the Second World War and then return to San Rocco with the guide along an easy path.
End of the guided activity scheduled for 9.00 pm.

Registration mandatory within 8.00 pm of the day before via online form: https://forms.gle/NidVNZUt81vdZi187

Payment can be made after receiving confirmation that the excursion will take place regularly for favorable weather conditions.

Maximum number of subscribers 15 pax.

Sunday 26th September

Stories of captains and soldiers

Appointment with the guide at 8.30 am at the church of San Rocco di Camogli (reachable by car - ample paid parking - or on foot from Camogli or Ruta in about 30 minutes)

Necessary equipment: walking shoes or hiking shoes, flashlight (or mobile phone with charged flashlight), water bottle, community mask.

Compulsory registration within 8.00 pm of the previous day by filling out the online form for each participant: https://forms.gle/QTLi74fRNoTe2xsw6

Equipment needed: walking shoes or hiking shoes (non-slip sole), flashlight (also from mobile phone), community mask, water bottle.

Enjoy our guided hikes!

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EXCURSIONS CALENDAR AUGUST & SEPTEMBER 2021

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