Trail del Marchesato

Head to the sumptuous Liguria region, in the Savona Province in the northwest of Italy 🇮🇹. Your body will have to absorb a particularly exhausting zigzag profile to cross the finish line with flair 👟.

The dirt road propels you to the heart of the old and mythical marquisate of Finale. Your exertion forces you to digest countless steep climbs on limestone cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean Sea 🌊. The historical immersion becomes fascinating as you traverse the medieval lanes of Finalborgo, ranked among the most beautiful towns in the country. Stepping into the spectacular Grotta dei Falsari, a natural cavity carved into the cliff, undeniably gives you wings to push the machine fiercely on the steepest gradients 🦇.

Adrenaline saturates the salty air from the pistol shot, in the middle of a pumped-up peloton! 🌪️ Local fervor turns the old village into an incredible starting line where every resident raises their voice. Taking off your shoes to explore the area proves essential to release the pressure. Take your partner to delve into the mysterious depths of the grottes de Borgio Verezzi, about ten minutes’ drive away, for a totally jaw-dropping underground visit 🪨.

Then hurry to visit the spectacular port of Genoa, less than an hour’s drive away, to discover its immense aquarium with the whole family 🐟. History buffs will be equally delighted wandering the old walls of the Priamar Fortress in Savona. Keep one final surge of curiosity to hike along the rugged coastline of Noli to admire a stunning panorama sweeping down 🦅. Lace up your boots, defy gravity, and etch your name into the harsh Ligurian legend! 💥