Hike and explore the winding mountain trails above Sanremo, taking in the fresh air, stunning scenery and tranquillity of the mountain forest.
There are a range of hiking tours from Sanremo and the surrounding areas. Generally a bespoke plan is set out for you according to what you want to do and the weather at the time. Below are a few route summaries to give you an idea of what you can do
CLASSIC
A steep walk all the way from sea level to 1299m. Descend only to San Romolo for a transfer, or truely hard core, walk all the way down
Sanremo - Monte Bignone: 3-3.5 hrs,
Monte Bignone - San Romolo: 1.5 hrs.
Transfer back to Sanremo: 25 mins
BAJARDO
Transfer - San Romolo: 25 mins
San Romolo - Bajardo: 2 hrs
Lunch at a traditional mountain restuarant, includes wine (35Euros, not included in tour)
Bajardo- San Romolo: 2 hrs
Transfer - Sanremo: 25 mins
SAN ROMOLO - CARPARO - CAGGIO
A mix of steep and flatter sections of terrain with some optional extras, amazing forest scenery with burst of view over the mediteranean golf and also futher inland mountains
Transfer - San Romolo: 25 mins
San Romolo - Monte Caggio: 45 mins
Caggio - Carparo: 45 mins
Carparo - San Romolo: 1 hr 20
Transfer - Sanremo: 25 mins
BAJARDO & BIGNONE
A Steep climb of 400m to the summit and then similarly steep descent, but skirt the peak for a relatively flat return. Best on really clear days
Transfer - San Romolo: 25 mins
San Romolo - Monte Bignone: 1.5 hrs
Monte Bignone - Bajardo: 1.5 hrs
Bajardo - San Romolo: 1hr 50
Transfer - Sanremo: 25 mins
BIGNONE SHORT
Climbt 400m straight up to Bignone and then back down. can be done as a loop or simple return depending on terrain difference and weather conditions
Transfer - San Romolo: 25 mins
San Romolo - Monte Bignonge: 1.5 hrs
Monte Bignone - San Romolo: 1.5 hrs
Transfer back to Sanremo: 25 mins
EASY DAY HIKE
Transfer - San Romolo: 25 mins
San Romolo pine forest hike. 1.5 hrs +
Transfer to Sanremo: 25 mins
BAJARDO SPLIT DAY HIKE
A clever way to make the most of the mountains. A steep climb to Bignone of 400m and then descend into Bajardpo and take a bus transfer from Bajardo to Sanremo. (There's a great restaurant serving a traditional menu in Bajardo, which is well worth taking advantage of before heading down)
Sanremo - Monte Bignone: 3-3.5 hrs
Monte Bignone - Bajardo: 1.5 hrs.
Public Transport to Sanremo: 35 mins, limited timings
FULL MONTE DAY HIKE
For serious hikers. This will make your legs drop off after.
Transfer - San Romolo: 25 mins
San Romolo- Perinaldo Col Termini 30 mins
Perinaldo Col Termini - Apricale - Bajardo: 3 hrsBajardo- Monte Bignone - San Romolo: 3 hrs
Transfer to Sanremo: 25 mins
Elevations
San Romolo 800m
Monte Bignone 1299m
Bajardo 900m
Perinaldo Col de Termini 930m
Aprical 290m
Sanremo Sea level
Guide times do not include rest stops.
The routes are a mixture of road and walking paths, much of the higher ground is rugged and steep so make sure you have god footwear.
We will provide you a packed lunch enjoy our picnic en route (sandwich, fruit, cereal bar, water). Please feel free to bring your own additional snacks or cash for cafes.
Cafe stops are available at San Romolo and Bajardo.
We always like to discuss our hike routes with you first so we choose are route suitable for both you and the weather. All of our hikes are stunning and work around you.
Bring with you:
Backpack to carry additional clothing, packed lunch etc
Water bottle/ camelbak or similar
Cash for cafe stops
Suitable clothing for the weather/ sun screen/ insect repellent
Comfortable trainers/ walking shoes
Day Hike in Sanremo Mountains
- Suitable clothing for the weather/ sunscreen
- Comfortable trainers/ Walking shoes
- Back pack for additional clothing/ water/ picnic
- Cash for coffee/ snacks
- Water bottle/ camelbak or similar