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Liguria
FAI INVITES YOU TO DISCOVER
SAN FRUTTUOSO ABBEY
AND THE SURROUNDING DISTRICT,
FROM GENOA TO MONEGLIA.
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CONTENTS
Liguria
AN HERITAGE TO DISCOVER
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TO KNOW IT IS TO LOVE IT
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PARKS AND MARINE RESERVES
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Liguria
AN HERITAGE
TO DISCOVER.
San Fruttuoso
FAI AND SAN FRUTTUOSO ABBEY
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Riviera Itineraries
VISIT THE WONDERS OF THE EASTERN RIVIERA
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WHERE TO SLEEP, WHERE TO EAT
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FROM GENOA TO MONEGLIA
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GOING BY SEA
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FAI and its mission
The jagged, irregular “Riviera di Levante” [eastern riviera] stirs a gamut of powerful
emotions, with its unique and unforgettable views, the remarkable protected marine areas
of Portofino and the Cinque Terre, which was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO
in 1997, as well as Portovenere and the islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto.
FAI - Fondo per l’Ambiente Italiano the National Trust for Italy - will take you on a journey of discovery
FOR ART AND THE LANDSCAPE
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FAI PROPERTIES IN LIGURIA
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OTHER FAI PROPERTIES IN ITALY OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
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SALES CONDITIONS
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along the first part of the Levante riviera, the stretch of coast from Genoa to Moneglia, visiting such
well-loved resorts as Camogli, Portofino, Santa Margherita Ligure and Rapallo, and natural and artistic
monuments of incomparable beauty, such as the San
Fruttuoso di Capodimonte Abbey, located in a
deep inlet in the Monte di Portofino
promontory, an
This publication is produced by FAI - the National Trust
for Italy, thanks to the contribution of the Region of Liguria
and the Regional Agency In Liguria
Our partners:
In collaboration with:
Portofino Regional Natural Park
Portofino Protected Marine Area
Cinque Terre National Park
Cinque Terre Protected Marine Area
Golfo Paradiso snc tourist maritime transport
Consorzio Servizi Marittimi del Tigullio maritime services
and the municipalities of:
Genoa - Bogliasco - Recco - Camogli - Portofino
Santa Margherita Ligure - Rapallo - Lavagna
Tourism consultancy:
Antonio Percario
With the collaboration of:
Francesca Cerini
Photographic credits:
FAI Archives, Agenzia In Liguria Archives, Portofino Coast Consortium Archives,
Andrea Casà, Conti& Mollica, Cristina Corti, Patrizia Ferreri, Foto Alcide, Mario Govino,
Mimmo Jodice, Gianni Lovera, Fulvio Magurno, Giorgio Majno, Marco Mazzoleni,
Massimo Rivara, Michele Russo, Massimo Siragusa, Luca Tamagnini Photoatlante,
Luigino Visconti, Vincenzo Volpe.
The publisher would be glad to hear from any copyright holders for unidentified
pictorial sources, and apologises for any unwitting imprecisions and omissions
Illustrations:
Michele Tranquillini
Graphic design:
mstudiomilano.it
invaluable pearl,
rescued by FAI
in 1983.
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SEA
Liguria
ART & CULTURE
THE VILLAGES OF LIGURIA
FOOD AND WINE
ACTIVE HOLIDAYS
TO KNOW IT IS TO LOVE IT.
VILLAS, PARKS AND GARDENS
“Liguria Terradamare” (Land to Love) is a slogan that leads to the discovery of a land that offers a lot more
besides seaside holidays! It is, in fact, both land and sea. Villages where time has stood still for centuries, woods
filled with chestnuts, rich flavours and tastes from a cuisine that has created great recipes using the typical
products of its own territory. Liguria is a land that will fill you with powerful feelings and emotions, a land to love!
“We love what we know. We
defend what we love.”
these are the words of Giulia
Maria Crespi, President of FAI
and tireless organiser of the
Trust since its foundation
(1975). This is why FAI has
always encouraged people first
and foremost to get to know the
territory, its monuments and
landscapes, so that from this
knowledge there might arise the
passion and desire to take steps
to defend and preserve it. This
is why FAI appreciates the
constant work and commitment
of the Liguria Regional Agency
to promote the knowledge of this
extraordinary territory.
SEA
The 13 blue flags flying on
Ligurian
beaches
are
international recognition for the
quality of our waters and of our
sustainable tourism. They bear
witness to the commitment of
this region, which has always
been in the front line when it
comes
to
sustainable
development, not least in
tourism, with a careful eye
towards the environment. Which
explains why there are two
Marine Reserves, Monte di
Portofino and Cinque Terre, and
how Liguria came to be at the
centre of the natural marine
area of international interest
known as the "Sanctuary for
marine mammals", or cetacean
sanctuary.
ART & CULTURE
Discover a different side to
Genoa, city of art, and to Liguria,
which has been transformed
into a land of culture, events
and traditions for every season.
After the 1992 Columbus
celebrations, and 2004, when
Genoa was a European city of
culture, the latest very recent
success has all the feel of an
international event: part of the
city's historic centre, with its
famous "palazzi dei Rolli" has
now been declared a UNESCO
world heritage site. What better
way to highlight the resurgence
of a cultural capital, which has
now joined the exclusive club of
Italian cities of art?
THE VILLAGES
OF LIGURIA
To get away from the summer
heat, there are alternative routes
to be taken inland, discovering
unspoilt and authentic villages
steeped in history. In the
shadow of their medieval walls
you can find gems of nature, art,
food and wine that will amaze
the discerning eye of those
seeking something out of the
ordinary, for a spellbinding
holiday.
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PARKS AND MARINE RESERVES
AT THE END OF THE 1990’S TWO IMPORTANT AREAS
OF THE EASTERN RIVIERA WERE DECLARED PROTECTED
NATURAL PARKS AND PROTECTED MARINE AREAS,
AND THUS ASSURED TO POSTERITY.
FOOD AND WINE
There is a road that leads to the
flavours of Ligurian cuisine, light
and simple, an authentic
expression of the sea and
country life that sets value on the
produce typical of this land, and
of the sea. It is the aroma of
extra-virgin olive oil, pride of
Liguria, king of Mediterranean
flavours, that distinguishes
traditional dishes such as the
typical Genoese focaccia: a
product that has always had a
place on Ligurian tables.
From the olive groves of the
Ponente [western riviera] to the
vineyard terraces, built by
country folk to make use of every
square inch of fertile soil on land
that often drops sheer into the
sea, Liguria produces a range of
wines.
The real pride of Ligurian cuisine
is the world-famous Genoese
pesto, the tasty traditional
basilbased accompaniment to
pasta and rice dishes, prepared
in age-old marble mortars using
an olivewood pestle.
ACTIVE HOLIDAYS
Liguria is a wonderful region:
with its mountains that drop
sheer into the sea, and the
flourishing Mediterranean scrub
inland, it offers an endless
choice of natural landscapes
and hidden corners, allowing
everyone the chance to spend
days out in the open air,
surrounded by nature, a stone's
throw from the sea, be it for a
simple half-day trip, a quiet stroll
in the woods, or an ascent
among the peaks of the Alps
and Apennines.
VILLAS, PARKS
AND GARDENS
From the botanical gardens at
Villa Hanbury in Ventimiglia, to
Villa Marigola in Lerici, passing
through Villa Faraggiana in
Albisola, Villa Durazzo in Santa
Margherita, Villa Serra di
Comago inVal Polcevera, the
parks at Nervi, east of Genoa,
Villa Durazzo Pallavicini with its
scenic trail inGenoa Pegli and
the magnificent Cervara on the
Portofino promontory: every step
of the way is laden with flowers,
an infinite variety of plants, and
the beauty of the gardens in
which to spend moments of pure
relaxation at any time of the year.
Inland, the still-lively rural
culture is reflected in the
network of unique itineraries to
be enjoyed on foot, by bicycle or
car, with a nature guidebook to
hand. These trips lead us into
regional parks such as l’Aveto,
l’Antola and Monte di Portofino
in the province of Genoa, Bric
Tana, Piana Crixia and del
Beigua in the province of
Savona, and Montemarcello,
Porto Venere and Cinque Terre
in theprovince of La Spezia.
ltogether there are 16 protected
areas, including parks, and land
and marine nature reserves,
waiting to be discovered.
Portofino Regional
Natural Park
Portofino Protected
Marine Area
Cinque Terre
National Park
Cinque Terre Protected
Marine Area
The Portofino Regional Natural
Park was established in 1935. It
includes 1055 hectares of land
within the municipal areas of
Camogli, Portofino and Santa
Margherita Ligure, and is
responsible for three Sites of
Special Interest for the
Community (Portofino Park, the
stream Rio Tuia-Montallegro
and the holly- and pine-wood
Pineta-lecceta delle Grazie).
The particular geomorphologic
features and micro-climatic
conditions of this area mean
that a wide range of plantlife can
coexist
here:
from
the
mesophilic woodlands of the
north-facing side to the
Mediterranean scrub of the
south-facing side, which are
home not only to a vast range of
flowers, but also to a remarkable
variety
of
birds
and
invertebrates. An area of
immense value in landscape
terms, further enhanced by the
presence
of
important
monuments.
The Portofino Protected Marine
Area was established in 1999,
and covers areas of coast and
sea off Camogli, Portofino and
Santa Margherita Ligure. Run by
a consortium comprising the
Province of Genoa, the
municipalities of Camogli,
Portofino and Santa Margherita
Ligure, and the University of
Genoa, its purpose is to protect
marine
resources
and
environments, and to promote
and enhance local economic
activities, provided that they are
compatible with the area's
significance in terms of
landscape and nature. The
protected environment consists
of a largely steep coastline full of
ravines, hanging walls and
caves that facilitate the
development of numerous living
species. It is a world full of
surprises, where you can view
delicate micro-environments
and sea-floors populated by a
multitude
of
organisms,
including red coral and
gorgonia.
The Cinque Terre protected
Marine Area was declared in
1997. It covers one of the most
varied and valuable areas of the
Mediterranean sea. Along the
spellbinding coastline of the
Cinque Terre we find a
succession of cliffs dropping
sheer into the sea, bays, coves,
caves and ravines among the
rocks. This stretch of water, from
the area around Punta Mesco in
Monterosso, to that around Capo
Montenegro in Riomaggiore, is
home to a particularly rich and
varied range of marine animal
and plant species: uncountable
gorgonias populate the rock
faces, and along the coast
Posidonia oceanica forms
impressive,
densely-packed
meadows, a place of refuge and
reproduction for innumerable
life-forms. The steep rock faces
of Punta Mesco and Capo
Montenegro are home to
extremely rare species such as
the Gerardia savaglia, or black
coral, and the magnificent fans
of Paramuricea clavata, or red
gorgonia. These two areas are
the most heavily protected, since
they are considered the marine
areas of greatest value and
variety.
For information:
Tel. +39 0185 289479
[email protected]
www.parcoportofino.it
For information:
Tel. +39 0185 289649
[email protected]
www.portofinoamp.it
The Body was established in
1999 to protect and safeguard
the Cinque Terre area, which
has been profoundly altered
over
the
centuries,
its
geographical and morphological
features moulded by man's hard
work. The ancient inhabitants of
these places, driven by the
absolute necessity to establish
cultivable areas in a hostile
environment, replaced the
natural vegetation of these steep
slopes with tightly-woven
terraced vineyards, held up by a
network of some 6,500
kilometres of dry stone walls.
This mammoth task gave rise to
a unique and unreplicable
landscape. Nowadays, human
activity here has dwindled, due
to changes in the social and
economic balance that have led
to the gradual abandonment of
traditional crops. The National
Park seeks to safeguard and
conserve
this
“territorial
architecture”, with its historical,
cultural,
territorial
and
environmental values, by
maintaining the vine-growing
tradition. This is the only human
activity that can preserve this
landscape, which is part of the
heritage of all humanity, and it
will also ensure the continuity of
typical local products, such as
the highly-fragrant passito wine
Sciacchetrà.
For information:
Tel. +39 0187 76031
[email protected]
www.parconazionale5terre.it
www.areamarinaprotetta5terre.it
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HISTORY
San Fruttuoso
FAI AND SAN FRUTTUOSO ABBEY.
INSIDE THE ABBEY
THE TOMBS OF
THE DORIA FAMILY
THE UPPER CLOISTER
THE DORIA TOWER
FAI has a mission: to preserve wonderful places and open them to the public. And not only that: it
is committed to keeping these places alive, maintaining and protecting them so that they will still be
there for future generations to enjoy. In 1983, FAI was called upon to protect a unique jewel of Italian
history and art, located in a soul-stirring little bay nestled beneath Monte di Portofino: the monumental
complex of San Fruttuoso di Capodimonte.
San Fruttuoso Abbey: visiting and services
INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS
San Fruttuoso Abbey, Camogli (Genoa)
Tel. +39 0185 772703 - Fax +39 0185 775883
[email protected]
OPENING HOURS
January, February, November and December: every day except
Monday, open bank-holiday Mondays, 10.00 am - 3.45 pm
March, April and October: every day, 10.00 am - 3.45 pm
May to September: every day 10.00 am - 5.45 pm
Last entry half an hour before closing time.
Opening hours are subject to change according to sea and weather
conditions, and thus to the times of service boats from Camogli.
HISTORY
Legend has it that the complex
dates back to the eighth century,
when Prosperus, bishop of
Tarragon, who was fleeing from
Spain following the Arab invasion,
chose the bay as a place to take
refuge and build a church in which
to house the relics of the martyr San
Fruttuoso. The saint was soon
venerated throughout Liguria, and
attributed with special powers of
protection for sailors. The presence
of monks in San Fruttuoso is first
documented in the year 984, when
they were busy rebuilding the
complex following the destruction
and pillage of the Saracens. Much
of the current abbey was built in the
10th-11th century. As from the 13th
century, the destiny of San
Fruttuoso was intertwined with that
of the Doria family, who
commissioned the reconstruction of
the building, having the abbey
complex built to overlook the sea,
with its gallery featuring two orders
of three-mullioned windows.
In 1467, following the death of the
last regular abbot, the Benedictine
community left the monastery, and
thus the abbey began an inexorable
decline. Works at various different
HOW TO GET THERE
times altered the internal and
external appearance of the church.
Its gothic mullions disappeared
under a layer of plaster, and the
inside of the monastery was
converted into a dwelling.
In 1915 floods caused the first span
of the church to collapse, and the
debris carried down by the swollen
stream formed the beach that lies in
front of the complex. In 1933, the
Liguria
Monuments
Office
promoted restoration work to try to
rectify the damage caused by the
flooding, and the original triple
mullions were restored in the
seaward facade. This was the first
sign of the revival of San Fruttuoso,
which was completed when the
complex was donated to FAI in
1983. Our first restoration project,
carried out between 1985 and
1989, reinstated the original layout
of the cloister, abbey, the Doria
tombs and the capitular hall. Twenty
years after the first restorations were
begun, FAI completed some new
and important work on the abbey
church and the Doria tombs, in
addition to updating the museum
exhibits.
By boat: service from Recco, Camogli, Portofino, Santa
Margherita Ligure, Rapallo, Chiavari, Lavagna, Sestri Levante
and Genoa.
On foot: from Portofino Vetta (90 minutes) and Portofino Mare
(90 minutes).
ADMISSION FEES
Adults: 5.00 Euro.
Children (4-12 years): 2.50 Euro.
Schools: 2.50 Euro.
FAI and National Trust members: Free admission.
From 22 March to 30 September the admission fee includes
the exhibition “Urla e biancheggia il mare nella pittura ligure tra
‘800 e ‘900” [The sea cries and foams in Ligurian paintings of
the 19th and 20th centuries] held in the rooms of the Abbey
and in the exhibition room of the Doria tower:
Adults: 7.00 Euro.
Children (4-12 years): 4.00 Euro.
Schools: 3.00 Euro.
FAI and National Trust members: 2.00 Euro.
SERVICES FOR THE PUBLIC
Guided tours for groups (subject to reservation), guided tours
and active tours for schoolchildren (subject to reservation),
bookshop and selection of local products.
Some areas of the Abbey can host private events, meetings,
incentives, receptions, banquets, art exhibitions,
cinema/publicity sets. All rentals contribute to supporting FAI's
mission.
Possibility of staying in a traditional Ligurian house.
The village near the Abbey offers bars and restaurants.
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INSIDE THE ABBEY
On the two floors of the 13th
century body of the abbey,
recent
restorations
have
revealed earlier Romanesque
structures. Here a museum has
been laid out, bringing together
documentation of the abbey's
history, the period and the life of
the monks. In particular, the
display tables on both floors
contain table and kitchen
ceramics used by the monks in
the 13th and 14th centuries.
The ceramics come from a
range of origins (Liguria,
southern Italy and the Islamic
world), and were found in a
store-cupboard discovered in
the abbey during the restoration
work.
THE TOMBS OF
THE DORIA FAMILY
The lower level of the cloister
leads to the deep vaulted
chamber granted to the Doria by
the monks as a place for burial.
The typical two-tone tombs, with
their alternating white marble and
grey stone, are arranged in a row
around three sides of the
chamber. They consist of single or
double masonry arches, most of
which bear an epigraph,
surmounted by small, pointed
arches, supported on slender
marble columns, with a
saddleback roof. This is the final
resting place of seven members
of the Doria family, whilst there are
two other tombs and a Roman
sarcophagus whose occupants
have not been identified.
THE UPPER
CLOISTER
The upper cloister, built in the
12th century, was almost entirely
rebuilt in the 1500s under
admiral Andrea Doria, who added
a cross-vault to the upper level,
using capitals and columns from
a range of sources. The capital in
the photograph, for example, is
Roman (late 2nd century AD),
whilst others are Romanesque.
The
fine
10th-century
Romanesque loggia in the
background was closed during
the restoration work in 1933, but
has now been reopened, and
overlooks the sea.
THE DORIA TOWER
Along the 16th-century road that
leads from the abbey to the
fishing village is a steep flight of
steps up to the Andrea Doria
tower, built in 1562 by the
admiral's heirs, Giovanni Andrea
and Pagano, to defend the
village and its precious source of
fresh water from Barbarian
pirate raids. On the two seaward
facades, the tower bears the
crest of the Doria family, the
imperial eagle, whilst other
decorations can be seen on the
cornices and trusses.
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RIVIERA ITINERARIES
A SELECTION OF ITINERARIES FROM
INCOMING LIGURIA*, TO EXPLORE THE
Incoming Liguria S.rl.
Via Turati, 2/9 - 16128 Genova
Tel. 010 2345666 (automated response)
Fax 010 2465422
[email protected]
www.incomingliguria.it
WONDERS OF THE EASTERN RIVIERA, ALSO
SUITABLE FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN.
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DAY
DAYS
DAYS
DAYS
From the Genoa Aquarium to San
Fruttuoso Abbey
Genoa Aquarium, San Fruttuoso
Abbey, Portofino
Genoa and Camogli
PROGRAMME:
PROGRAMME:
PROGRAMME::
COST PER PERSON:
PROGRAMME:
Arrival in Genoa in the morning by
transport of choice, and collect documents
from the special counter at the Genoa
Aquarium. Your unguided visit will last
about two and a half hours, during which
time you will enjoy a fascinating trip
through Europe's largest exhibition on
biodiversity and ecosystems: A unique
experience both above and below the
water level. After your visit, stop for a setmenu traditional lunch, drinks not
included, in a restaurant handy both to the
Aquarium and to the embarkation point for
boats to San Fruttuoso/Portofino. In the
afternoon, arrival at San Fruttuoso bay,
where you can visit the village and the
monumental Abbey.
1st day: Genoa
Arrival in Genoa and accommodation in a
superior 3-star or 4-star hotel.
Free day to visit the following facilities:
Genoa Aquarium, Galata Sea Museum, or
alternatively the Città dei Bambini e dei
Ragazzi [children's city]. Dinner (not
included) and overnight stay.
1st day: Genoa and the Aquarium
Arrival in Genoa and accommodation in a
superior 3-star or 4-star hotel.
Visit to the Aquarium, a stroll lasting some
two and a half hours around some of the
world's most fascinating seas and waters.
At the end of the visit, you can choose
between a programme to further explore
the relationship between man and the sea
above the surface of the water, with a visit
to the Galata, the Mediterranean's largest
Maritime Museum, or a programme bettersuited to youngsters, where you can get in
touch with nature and experience the
secrets of science and technology at the
Città dei Bambini e dei Ragazzi [Children's
City] (2-14 years). Afterwards, dinner (not
included) and overnight stay.
Adults: 127,00/138,00* Euro
Children (4-12 years): 68,50** Euro
Administrative fee: 25,00 Euro total
Validity: this itinerary can be followed all
year round, but the restaurant in Camogli
is closed in November and January
1st day: Genoa and the Aquarium
Arrival in Genoa and accommodation in a
superior 3-star or 4-star hotel.
Visit to the Aquarium (approximately two
and a half hours). At the end of the visit,
you can choose between a programme to
further explore the relationship between
man and the sea above the surface of the
water, with a visit to the Galata, the
Mediterranean's largest Maritime Museum,
or a programme better-suited to
youngsters, where you can get in touch
with nature and experience the secrets of
science and technology at the Città dei
Bambini e dei Ragazzi [Children's City] (214 years).
Dinner (not included) and overnight stay.
COST PER PERSON:
Adults: 67,00 Euro
Children (4-12 years): 35,00 Euro
Administrative fee: 25,00 Euro total
Validity: every weekend from June to
September 2008
PRICE INCLUDES:
» Admission to the Genoa Aquarium
» lunch at a restaurant with full menu
(starter, two first course tasters, fish
course with vegetables and dessert)
» Genoa/San Fruttuoso return boat trip
» admission to San Fruttuoso Abbey
2nd day: San Fruttuoso Abbey and
Portofino
After breakfast, leave for Rapallo and take
10.00 boat for the trip to San Fruttuoso,
unguided visit of the abbey, and at 12.30
pm, 1.30 pm or 2.30 pm, boat to Portofino
for an unguided visit of the village. After
your visit, return to Rapallo by service boat.
Lunch is not included, but on request we
can arrange a reservation at the restaurant
in Portofino.
COST PER PERSON:
Adults: 88,00/99,00* Euro
Children (4-12 years): 28,00** Euro
Administrative fee: 25,00 Euro total
Validity: every day from March to October,
for the rest of the year weekends only.
* price varies according to season
** price valid for children (4/12 years) in 3rd/4th bed
PRICE INCLUDES:
» accommodation and buffet breakfast in a
superior 3-star or 4-star hotel in Genoa (1
night)
» Genoa Aquarium, Galata Sea Museum,
or alternatively the Città dei Bambini e dei
Ragazzi [children's city]
» Rapallo/San Fruttuoso return boat trip
» admission to San Fruttuoso Abbey
Half-board accommodation: on request
Restaurant in Portofino: on request
2nd day: Camogli and San Fruttuoso
After breakfast, independent transfer to
Camogli, a characteristic tourist resort on
the Golfo Paradiso coast, renowned for its
seafront terrace of multicoloured houses.
Departure on the 9.00 am boat for San
Fruttuoso. During the boat ride you will
discover the natural beauty of the Portofino
promontory natural park and protected
marine area before arriving in the delightful
bay with its famous abbey.
Visit to the abbey and return to Camogli on
the 11.30 am boat. Fish-based lunch in a
traditional restaurant, and free time to stroll
around the village and soak up the special
maritime atmosphere.
Cinque Terre and Camogli
* price varies according to season
** price valid for children (4/12 years) in 3rd/4th bed
PRICE INCLUDES:
» » accommodation and buffet breakfast in
a superior 3-star or 4-star hotel in Genoa
(1 night)
» admission to Genoa Aquarium, Galata
Sea Museum, or alternatively the Città dei
Bambini e dei Ragazzi [children's city]
» Camogli/San Fruttuoso return boat trip
» admission to San Fruttuoso Abbey
» lunch at restaurant in Camogli
Half-board accommodation: on request
THE EXCITEMENT OF THE
AQUARIUM,
THE RAPTURE OF SAN
FRUTTUOSO
Excitement, rapture… Experiences to
enrich both the mind and the soul. FAI
and the Genoa Aquarium reward their
visitors with special discounts for adults
and children. If you plan to visit both
these destinations of incomparable
charm and beauty, simply hold onto your
ticket to enjoy this special promotion.
When you present your Aquarium ticket at
the Abbey ticket office (or vice versa) you
will be offered a discount on the
admission price.
For information:
San Fruttuoso Abbey
tel. +39 0185 772703
Genoa Aquarium
tel. +39 010 2345678
2nd day: Cinque Terre
Early start, breakfast and independent
transfer to La Spezia for the whole-day trip to
the Cinque Terre. We recommend taking the
10.00 am boat, which will stop in the
following locations: Riomaggiore, Manarola,
Vernazza and Monterosso.
We suggest a quick look around
Riomaggiore before moving on to
Monterosso where a lunch stop is
programmed for around 1.00 pm. After
lunch, free time to explore the village and its
typical little shops. 3.00 pm, boat to La
Spezia.
On the way home, we suggest a quick stop
in Vernazza, the most characteristic and
famous of the villages. Return to Genoa,
dinner (not included) and overnight stay.
Some useful information: the programme
described above can be followed by boat
from 20 March to 31 October.
During the rest of the year boat services do
not run, but the same itinerary can be
followed using the train that connects the
villages. Thus, instead of the boat, the offer
will include a train ticket and Cinque Terre
card.
3rd day: Camogli and San Fruttuoso
Breakfast at the hotel and independent
transfer to Camogli. We suggest a stroll
around the village before enjoying a tasty
fish-based lunch (12.30 pm). In the
afternoon, visit to San Fruttuoso, the last
resort waiting to be discovered, which you
can reach by sea or on foot. We suggest
taking the 3.00 pm boat to the delightful
bay with its famous abbey.
Visit to the abbey and return to Camogli on
the 4.00 pm boat.
COST PER PERSON:
Adults: 270,00/291,00* Euro
Children (4-12 years): 154,00** Euro
Administrative fee: 25,00 Euro total
Validity: this itinerary can be followed all
year round
* price varies according to season
** price valid for children (4/12 years) in 3rd/4th bed
PRICE INCLUDES:
» two nights' accommodation with buffet
breakfast in a superior 3-star or 4-star
hotel in Genoa
» 3 lunches with Ligurian specialities in
restaurants (drinks not included) in
Genoa on day 1, Monterosso on day 2,
and Camogli on day 3
» admission to Genoa Aquarium, Galata
Sea Museum, or alternatively the Città dei
Bambini e dei Ragazzi [children's city]
» La Spezia/Monterosso return boat trip
» Camogli/San Fruttuoso return boat trip
» admission to San Fruttuoso Abbey
Half-board accommodation: on request
* Sales conditions page 33
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Genoa Aquarium.
Let your feelings lead you.
GENOVA
WHERE TO SLEEP, WHERE TO EAT
RECCO
INCOMING LIGURIA AND PORTOFINO COAST
CAMOGLI
PROPOSE HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS
SANTA MARGHERITA
WITH SPECIAL PRICES
RAPALLO
FOR FAI MEMBERS
SESTRI LEVANTE
MONEGLIA
GENOVA
Incoming Liguria is the tour
operator of Costa Edutainment
S.p.A., an Italian leader in the
running of sites and large public
and private structures for
recreational, cultural and
educational activities.
Located in the old port in Genoa,
just a stone's throw from the
Aquarium, Incoming Liguria
specialises in the hospitality field
and the organisation of tourist
packages in Liguria, with a
particular focus on the city of
Genoa.
Established in 1987, the Portofino
Coast consortium represents the
great treasure that is Portofino
and the surrounding area,
brimming with natural beauty,
but also with history, tradition,
culture, professionalism and the
drive to constantly present new
ideas with renewed enthusiasm.
Portofino Coast Incoming is its
operational organisation, and can
provide any information and
arrange reservations for all
services and other requirements
within the area.
Come to Genoa Aquarium and dip into the greatest water biodiversity exhibition. Stroll
amongst the world's most fascinating seas and waters, and discover the difference
between visiting and living an unforgettable experience. Spectacular settings, tactile
tanks, and three new thematic areas (Pianeta Acquario/Aquarium Planet, Acquario
Guidato/Guided Aquarium and Acquario Segreto/Secret Aquarium), where you can get to
know all the secrets, curious facts and details about a place that never ceases to amaze
and stimulate, all the while teaching respect for nature.
For information: tel. +39 010 2345678 – www.acquariodigenova.it
RECCO
CAMOGLI
Grand Hotel Savoia Genova ★★★★★
Via Arsenale di Terra 5
16126 Genova
Tel. 010 27721
Fax 010 261883
[email protected]
www.grandhotelsavoia.it
Hotel Manuelina La Villa ★★★★
Via Roma 278
16036 Recco
Tel. 0185 74128 - 720779
Fax 0185 721095
[email protected]
www.manuelina.it
Hotel Cenobio dei Dogi ★★★★
Via Cuneo 34
16032 Camogli
Tel. 0185 7241
Fax 0185 772796
[email protected]
www.cenobio.it
Novotel Genova Ovest ★★★★
Via Cantore 8/c
16126 Genova
Tel. 010 64841
Fax 010 6484844
[email protected]
www.accorhotels.com
www.novotel.com
Ristorante Manuelina
Via Roma 278
16036 Recco
Tel. 0185 74128 - 75364
[email protected]
www.manuelina.it
Hotel Portofino Kulm ★★★★
Viale Gaggini 23
16032 Camogli
Tel. 0185 7361 - Fax 0185 776622
[email protected]
www.portofinokulm.it
I tre merli Ristorante Porto Antico
Calata Mandraccio 7/1
Edificio Millo Area Porto Antico
16128 Genova
Tel. 010 2464416
Fax 010 2465466
[email protected]
www.itremerli.it
I tre merli Locanda Hotel
Via Scalo 5
16032 Camogli
Tel. 0185 776752 - Fax 0185 777523
[email protected]
www.albergohotelcamogli.it
S P E C I A L
P R O M OT I O N A L
LUNCH IN CAMOGLI
If you bring your admission
ticket from San Fruttuoso
Abbey to the restaurants Golfo
Paradiso and La Rotonda in
Camogli, you can enjoy a
“taster menu” comprising a
home-made local speciality, a
seasonal fish dish, dessert,
coffee, 1/4 l wine, 1/2 l water,
bread and cover charge at the
special price of 22.00 Euro.
(Offer only valid at lunchtime)
Ristorante Golfo Paradiso
Via Garibaldi 000 - 16032 Camogli
Tel. 0185 770108
Ristorante Focacceria La Rotonda
Via Garibaldi 101 - 16032 Camogli
Tel. 0185 774502
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Joining FAI offers everyone a wealth of advantages, and in Liguria you'll
find there are even more: thanks to an agreement with some major local
organisations, FAI members are entitled to a 10% discount in the hotels
and restaurants indicated in these pages, upon showing a valid
membership card.*
GENOVA
FIND OUT HOW TO JOIN FAI ON OUR WEBSITE
WWW.FONDOAMBIENTE.IT
SESTRI LEVANTE
SANTA MARGHERITA
RAPALLO
SESTRI LEVANTE
RECCO
CAMOGLI
SANTA MARGHERITA
RAPALLO
MONEGLIA
MONEGLIA
Hotel Metropole ★★★★
Via Pagana 2
16038 Santa Margherita Ligure
Tel. 0185 286134
Fax 0185 283495
[email protected]
www.metropole.it
Excelsior Palace Hotel ★★★★★L
Via S. Michele di Pagana 8
16035 Rapallo
Tel. 0185 230666
Fax 0185 230214
[email protected]
www.excelsiorpalace.thi.it
Hotel Vis à vis ★★★★
Via della Chiusa 28,
16039 Sestri Levante
Tel. 0185 480801 - 42661
Fax 0185 480853
[email protected]
www.hotelvisavis.com
Hotel Villa Edera ★★★
Via Venino 12
16030 Moneglia
Tel. 0185 49291
Fax 0185 49470
[email protected]
www.villaedera.com/it
Grand Hotel Miramare ★★★★
Via Milite Ignoto 30
16038 Santa Margherita Ligure
Tel. 0185 287013
Fax 0185 284651
[email protected]
www.grandhotelmiramare.it
Hotel Astoria ★★★★
Via Gramsci 4
16035 Rapallo
Tel. 0185 273533
Fax 0185 62793
[email protected]
www.hotelastoriarapallo.it
Grand Hotel Villa Balbi ★★★★
Viale Rimembranza 1
16039 Sestri Levante
Tel. 0185 42941
Fax 0185 482459
[email protected]
www.villabalbi.it
Appartamenti Giada
Via Willi Burgo 3
16030 Moneglia
Tel. 0185 490042
Fax 0185 490448
[email protected]
www.appartamentigiada.it
Ristorante La Stalla
Via Pino Giovanni 27
16038 Località Nozarego
a Santa Margherita Ligure
Tel. 0185 289447
Fax 0185 291438,
mobile 347 2452309
[email protected]
Hospitality with style.
PORTOFINO COAST CONSORTIUM
This thin stretch of land, squeezed between the mountains and the sea, studded with picturesque seafaring villages
scattered amongst the splendid bays and inlets, captivated illustrious travellers of bygone days, and continues to
enchant the demanding modern-day tourist, with a rich and varied range of proposals that ably combine respect
for tradition with the pursuit of high standards of quality. the name of Portofino is famous throughout the world,
and is synonymous with beauty, elegance and exclusivity.The beautiful scenery and mild climate combined with
the constant pursuit of quality make this one of the most sought-after destinations in international tourism.
Hotel Tigullio Royal ★★★★
Piazza IV Novembre 3
16035 Rapallo
Tel. 0185 273805
Fax 0185 230453
[email protected]
www.hoteltigullioroyal.it
Established in 1987, the PORTOFINO COAST
CONSORTIUM represents this great treasure,
brimming with natural beauty, but also with history,
tradition, culture, professionalism and the drive
to constantly present new ideas with renewed
enthusiasm.
The Consortium was created by combining a number
of local tourism businesses working in
Portofino, Santa Margherita Ligure and Rapallo, and it
now offers the best and most complete range
of tourist services available anywhere in the district,
proposing high-quality hotels, restaurants,
Hotel Miramare ★★★
Lungomare V. Veneto 27
16035 Rapallo
Tel. 0185 230261-50293
Fax 0185 273570
[email protected]
www.miramare-hotel.it
* Discount applied to the standard rates of the hotels and
the à la carte menus of the restaurants shown.
transport and services.
This highly professional organisation promotes all
aspects of the local tourism industry, and can
respond to all visitors' needs quickly and effectively.
The Portofino Coast Consortium has its own
operative branch, PORTOFINO COAST
INCOMING,
a concerted group of professionals with a wealth of
experience both nationally and internationally,
and in-depth knowledge of the area, who can design
customised solutions and take care of the
details in each phase of organisation.
PORTOFINO COAST CONSORTIUM
Via Montebello 17/4 - 16035 RAPALLO (GE) Tel. +39 0185/270222 - Fax +39 0185/230054
[email protected] - www.portofinocoast.it
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BOGLIASCO
FROM GENOA TO MONEGLIA
RECCO
FAI GUIDES YOU
CAMOGLI
AROUND SOME OF THE
PORTOFINO
MAJOR TOURIST RESORTS
SANTA MARGHERITA
ON THE EASTERN RIVIERA
RAPALLO
LAVAGNA
Bogliasco
Recco
Città di Recco Medaglia d’Oro al Valore Civile
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Municipality of Bogliasco
Culture Office
Tel. +39 010 3747222
[email protected]
www.comune.bogliasco.ge.it
THE TOWN
PLACES TO VISIT
The nearest town east of Genoa, bound by
Liguria's last two remaining level-crossings,
winds lazily for about a kilometre, clutched
tightly between the mountains and the sea,
into which it drops, here in gently-sloping
beaches, there in mighty cliffs and rocky
inlets that can be reached along old muletracks, to witness unforgettable sunsets and
views.
The Castle
This historic lookout tower against Saracen
raids can be reached along the seafront
promenade that starts from the broad
square in front of the 18th century church,
with its typical black and white mosaic of sea
pebbles.
This seafaring village, an amphitheatre of
colourful houses, a stream, the Roman
bridge, form an uplifting frame for visitors
seeking quality bakeries and restaurants, or
one of the numerous sports facilities up on
the hill to play football or tennis.
La Bicocca
An enchanting art deco style villa perched
high above the sea.
Municipality of Recco
Culture Office
Tel. +39 0185 7291285
[email protected]
www.comune.recco.ge.it
THE TOWN
FEASTS AND FESTIVALS
Lying on the banks of the stream that shares
its name, Recco stands as evidence of a very
ancient history: a funerary urn testifies to its
pagan origins; around 670 BC it was listed
amongst the places crossed by the consular
Roman road; around AD 1100 it became
part of the Republic of Genoa, and between
1943 and 1944 it was completely destroyed
by 127 Allied bombings. In 1993, on the
50th anniversary of the wartime devastation,
the city received the Gold Medal for Civil
Merit in memory of the victims.
Nowadays, Recco has become a modern
residential town, proud of its cultural,
religious and gastronomic traditions,
conscious of the benefits that its
geographical position, with access to the sea
and to the Apennines, has always brought it
in terms of tourism and trade.
Recco gastronomic evenings
Recco's cuisine has earned it the title of
Gastronomic Capital of Liguria, which in
itself has become an attraction for tourists.
"Serate Gastronomiche Recchesi" [Recco
gastronomic evenings] is a big event,
supported by the Recco Gastronomica
consortium, and involves the presentation of
sumptuous menus of typical Ligurian fare by
the seven best-known local restaurants: a
triumph of taste, flavour and tradition, a
veritable hymn to the elevation of the local
culinary culture.
PLACES TO VISIT
Saint Roch's Church
Originally dedicated to Saint Terentian, it was
changed to Roch, the patron saint of pilgrims
at the time of the black plague in the 15th
and 16th century. It now houses a permanent
exhibition of nativity scenes, displaying 1,500
different examples from all around the globe.
Fire festival
In honour of the town's patron saint, Our
Lady of Suffrage, the festival (7-8
September) is amongst the best-known in
all of Italy, due to its grand scale: in
September each year, the seven
neighbourhoods of Recco throw down a
virtual challenge to each other in the form of
a sparkling explosion of fireworks, with the
help of Italy's greatest master fireworkmakers.
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Culture Office
Tel. 0185 72901
[email protected]
www.comune.camogli.ge.it
THE TOWN
HISTORY
Sheltered to the east by the Portofino
promontory, surrounded by the green of the
olive and maritime pine trees and by the
deep blue of the sea, the town of Camogli is
one of Liguria's main tourist resorts, quite
capable of holding its own alongside Italy's
major coastal cities when it comes to history,
culture and natural heritage. Tourist
activities have gradually come to replace
traditional seafaring work, but the
appearance of the historic town has
remained the same, clustered around the
port, the parish church, the Dragone castle
and the seafront promenade.
Situated at the centre of the natural
amphitheatre formed by Monte di Portofino,
at the end of the Golfo Paradiso, it is
sheltered from the cold north winds and
from the humidity of the sirocco, and enjoys
a mild climate, especially ideal for winter
stays.
Recent archaeological digs in the area of the hill
known as “Castellaro” have uncovered
evidence of a human settlement here as far
back as the 12th century BC. The name of the
town first appears as “Villa Camuli” in a
medieval text dated to between 1018 and
1045. Over the centuries, this typical maritime
village followed the fortunes of the nearby
republic of Genoa. From the first half of the
eighteenth century until the early years of the
19th, the vessels of the people of Camogli
travelled the length and breadth of the
Mediterranean sea and ventured out across the
ocean, earning the town the epithet “City of a
thousand white sailing ships”. The vast wealth
gained from these voyages brought affluence to
the town, leading the authorities to undertake
an architectural transformation of Camogli,
giving it the appearance we still see today.
Bearing witness to its seafaring tradition are the
Nautical Institute, the only home for retired
seamen in Italy, and the Maritime Museum.
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURE
FEASTS AND TRADITIONS
Camogli attracts considerable interest from
tourists, thanks to its natural beauty, and
particularly since both the Portofino
Regional Natural Park and the Portofino
Protected Marine Area extend into its
territory, working for the conservation of
Mediterranean biodiversity. There is an
abundance of footpaths offering walkers a
vast choice of itineraries all over the
mountain area. The extraordinary beauty of
the scenery to be found underwater is the
main attraction for the thousands of divers
who come to these waters each year.
The most famous traditional feast in Camogli
is held on the second weekend of May, and
is dedicated to the martyr Saint Fortunato,
here considered to be the patron saint of
fishermen. On the Saturday evening, the
distinctive ark of the saint is carried in
procession, after which the two
neighbourhoods light bonfires and a
spectacular firework display is given. On the
Sunday a fish-fry is held, a big gastronomic
event, with crowds gathered around a 4metre wide frying pan with a sixmetre handle
that serves as a chimney for the fire below.
In August the equally redolent Stella Maris
festival takes place, beginning with a parade
of decorated boats, and ending late in the
evening with the gulf lit up by thousands of
coloured candles floating out to sea.
ART AND CHURCHES
FOOD
Camogli has a number of religious buildings of
considerable importance: the Basilica of Our
Lady of the Assumption in Piazza Colombo,
with its distinctive courtyard, laid using the
“risseu” technique of white and grey stones
collected from the beach and skilfully
arranged to form images and geometrical
designs; the Oratory of Saint Prosperus and
Saint Catherine; the Olivetan Benedictine
Monastery of Saint Prosperus; the Chapel of
Saint Ann; and the Sanctuary of Our Lady of
the Woods, which houses a collection of
sailors' ex votos from the 16th and 17th
centuries. In the outlying hamlets, some
particularly old and beautiful places of worship
include the “Millenaria” church, the
Romanesque church of St. Nicholas and the
Abbey of St. Fruttuoso.
Those who appreciate good food will be
spoilt for choice amongst the various
restaurants with their authentic, traditional
cuisine. The main specialities are typical
Ligurian dishes prepared with great
simplicity using local produce: trofie,
pansoti, fish dishes, stuffed dishes and
vegetable pies. Snacklovers can enjoy a
typical focaccia with its simple, natural
seasoning, or a tasty bite out in the warm
sunshine.
THE SURROUNDING AREA
Camogli is a starting point for trips and
excursions to the outlying hamlets of: Ruta,
a magnificent natural amphitheatre;
Portofino Vetta, from where you can enjoy
breathtaking views of Liguria from Tino
island to Capo Mele; and San Rocco, a
panoramic locality perched high above the
sea, from where you can walk down to Punta
Chiappa, which can also be reached by
boat, using the service that runs between
Camogli and San Fruttuoso.
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Culture Office
Tel. +39 0185 26771
www.comune.portofino.genova.it
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“A little village stretching like an arch of the
moon around a quiet basin...”
Guy de Maupassant - Vie Errante 1889
Defined by Plinius the Old as “Portus
Delphini” due to the large number of
dolphins to be found in the waters around
the gulf, the little village has Roman origins.
It was important in the Middle Ages as a
natural port, a safe haven for sailing ships,
and still today it speaks volumes of its past
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Around the famous “Piazzetta”, as if they
were on the edges of a beach, the sailors still
pull their boats ashore. This deep and
pleasant bay, a natural theatre of
incomparable beauty, is framed by little
houses, each a different colour, here pale
and delicate, there bold, and then, beneath
the arcades with the pointed archways,
boutiques,
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bars
and
restaurants. A haven of peace, this is a
favourite destination for artists from far and
wide, a stage for national and international
happenings and events.
Saint George's Church
Romanesque in origin, badly damaged
during the Second World War and
reconstructed in 1950, it houses relics of its
patron saint, brought by sailors returning
from the Crusades.
Brown Castle
Surrounded by a Mediterranean garden
brimming with flowers, rose-gardens and
pergolas, it offers spell-binding views over
the bay and on towards Punta Baffe.
The Little Theatre
A cultural salon and temple for meetings
between artists, writers and actors of
international renown.
Municipality of Santa Margherita Ligure
Tourism and Culture Department
Culture Office
Tel. +39 0185 205472 - 471
[email protected]
www.comune.santa-margherita-ligure.ge.it
THE TOWN
PLACES TO VISIT
At the foot of the green Monte di Portofino,
Santa Margherita combines a love for nature
with artistic and cultural heritage, age-old
traditions with high-living and a taste for fine
foods and wines. An elegant and refined
international tourist resort, it has been a
favourite destination of artists and
intellectuals since the 19th century.
Exclusive boutiques, elegant cafés, a great
tradition in hospitality, with many hotels still
retaining their early twentieth century art
nouveau decor, yet none of this disturbs the
peaceful, reserved atmosphere of this
village, with its old, narrow streets and
distinctive painted facades. Santa
Margherita Ligure has been awarded ISO
14001 environmental certification, official
recognition of its skill in combining modern
production and tourism activities with deep
respect and care for nature and the territory.
Villa Durazzo
This 16th century residence offers stunning
views, and is surrounded by a splendid
Italian-style garden with rare centuries-old
trees, a little citrus orchard and an English
wood. The Villa was built in the early 1560s,
probably to a design by the famous architect
Alessi, and adorned with statues, marble
sculptures and tapestries. In the 17th
century, it was further embellished with
paintings by great Genoese masters of the
period, such as Domenico Piola and Andrea
De Ferrari.
Magic Flute Park
A fun park dreamt up by Emmanuele Luzzati,
inspired by the famous opera by Mozart.
San Girolamo della Cervara Abbey Complex
The monastery was designed and built by
Benedictine monks in 1361, but its finest
moments were in the 15th and 16th centuries,
during the latter of which the Saracen defence
tower was built. In 1912 it was declared a
national monument.
Castle
Built in 1550 by the Doge of Genoa to
defend the city from pirate raids, and
recently restored, nowadays it is used as a
location for cultural and artistic events.
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Valle Christi Complex
A Cistercian Gothic-style monument dating
back to circa 1204, located in the outlying
village of San Massimo.
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Press Office
Tel. +39 0185 6801
[email protected]
www.comune.rapallo.ge.it
Lavagna
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Rapallo's municipal territory, which, together
with that of other nearby Portofino protected
area. It offers a real concentration of Ligurian
nature, and wildlife, and of local history and
anthropology.
The landscape is the fruit of an original form
of co-evolution between that has given rise
to a remarkable range of environments and
to the convergence societies: those of
seafaring, olive-growing and chestnutgrowing.
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Caravaggio
Located on Monte Caravaggio, and built in
1727, it can be reached along a footpath that
passes through olive groves, chestnut and
oak woods and meadow lands. From the
level area in front of the church you can enjoy
one of the most complete panoramic views of
the Italian riviera, both eastern and western.
Footpath to Montallegro and ridge path
from Monte Manico del Lume to
Montallegro
Enthralling itineraries leading to the
Sanctuary so dear to the hearts of the people
of Rapallo. The first, following a cobbled
mule-track, is the continuation of the first
stretch that takes us from the centre of
Rapallo to the little church of Saint
Bartholomew and the spot known as “Il
Pellegrino”.
The second, a ridge path along the
watershed between Fontanabuona and
Rapallo's inland territories, slopes gently up
and down and offers soul-stirring views of the
Gulf of Tigullio and the Ligurian Apennines.
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The “carruggi” [typical narrow streets] are
home to treasured buildings, including the
Baroque church dedicated to Saint Steven,
with its elegant porticato del Brignardello
colonnade, the Oratory of Our Lady of Mount
Carmel, the Torre del Borgo tower, a historic
military rampart converted into a residence
by the Ravenna family, and now how to a
small but interesting museum, the Carbone
house, a FAI property and feather in the
city's cap.
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Tourist Office
Tel. +39 0185 367284
[email protected]
www.comune.lavagna.ge.it
THE TOWN
Standing between the eastern bank of the
Entella river and one of Liguria's rare
stretches of straight coastline, Lavagna is a
happy exception to the enthralling, but far
more rugged, Tigullio coast.
Its historic centre features all the typical
characteristics of a Liguria seafaring village,
with its narrow, winding streets, arcades and
painted facades. It has strong links with the
Fieschis, a powerful family in the Republic of
Genoa, to whom the town's history is bound.
The famous Torta dei Fieschi festival, an
event that draws thousands of people each
year on the feast of the Assumption, is
named after the same family.
Villa Grimaldi - Gentile
A Baroque aristocratic residence, and now
prestigious location for high-quality cultural
events.
Santa Giulia di Centaura
An inland hamlet, amidst the olive groves
and old pathways often originally leading to
traditional slate extraction sites.
The Entella river, a Province of Genoa
Wildlife Haven, and one of Liguria's most
important wetland areas, is ideal for walking
or cycling trips, a particularly special
experience during the migration seasons,
when numerous species of birds can be
spotted, from the very common to the very
rare.
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GOING TO SEA
THE SEA IS ONE OF THE MANY ATTRACTIONS OF THIS
LAND RICH IN CULTURE AND BEAUTY:
BY SEA YOU CAN REACH UNIQUE SPOTS,
AND ENJOY ENCHANTING VIEWS OF THE COAST.
GOLFO PARADISO
Tourist maritime transport
Every day we put our experience at the
disposal of visitors seeking to discover the
eastern Rivera’s most hidden corners by sea.
Our boats guarantee safe and tranquil sailing
to and from the different bays, beaches and
towns waiting to be discovered.
We also offer night-time services and discounts
for groups and schoolchildren. We look
forward to showing you the bluest blue sea.
HOW TO REACH US
Trasporti Marittimi Turistici
GOLFO PARADISO snc
Via Scalo, 2 – 16032 CAMOGLI (GE)
Tel. +39 0185 772091 – Fax 0185 771263
[email protected]
www.golfoparadiso.it
Our services
• bus boats
• tourist trips
• night-time services
• personalised services
with boat rental
• discounts for groups
and schoolchildren
There is no better way to discover the Ligurian
coast from Portofino to the Cinque Terre than on
one of our boats. We will sail alongside tiny coves,
and marvel at the steep cliffs and colourful
villages of the eastern riviera. Our fleet offers
spacious, comfortable craft, in line with all the
latest safety standards. Our experience and
professionalism will be at your service, to make
your holiday even better.
Our stops
• Camogli
• Recco
Our services
• bus-boats
• mini-cruises
• whale - and dolphinwatching trips
• customised services
with boat rental
Our stops
• Rapallo
• Santa Margherita Ligure
• Portofino
• San Fruttuoso
• Chiavari
• Lavagna
• Sestri Levante
HOW TO REACH US
Servizio Marittimo del Tigullio
Via Palestro 8/18 – 16038 Santa Margherita Ligure (GE)
Tel. +39 0185 284670 – +39 336 253336 – +39 335 7090870
[email protected]
www.traghettiportofino.it
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FAI AND ITS MISSION.
FOR ART AND THE LANDSCAPE.
FOREVER, FOR EVERYONE.
FAI - Fondo per l’Ambiente Italiano, - is a non-profit foundation established in 1975, and based on
the British National Trust. In over thirty years of activity it has rescued and restored to society some
important examples of Italian artistic and natural heritage, running and keeping alive places that
would otherwise have been destined to disappear, including villas, castles, historical parks, old
homes, gardens and natural areas.
39 properties currently belong to the
Foundation, all of them having been
donated, bequeathed or loaned for use:
many of them, following meticulous
restoration work, are now open for the
pleasure of whoever wishes to view these
educational models of conservation, which
bear important witness to our history.
This is both the work and the aim of FAI:
to promote and spread a culture of
respect for the beauty, art, history and
traditions of our country, in the firm belief
that knowing is the first step in learning
to appreciate, and thus to defend, a
heritage that belongs to all of us, and is
part of our roots and our identity.
HOW TO SUPPORT FAI:
FAI is a non-profit foundation, and carries
out its work thanks to the help of members
and friends who believe in its mission and
actively support it.
There are many ways to help FAI:
» join the Foundation, gaining access to
all the benefits available to members
» take part in FAI activities, visiting the
properties that are regularly open,
participating in the events organised
throughout the year, and buying books,
postcards and souvenirs from FAI shops
inside its properties
»make a donation, even a small one, to
support a restoration project or the
management of the property closest to
your heart
»make a donation to FAI or include it in
your will, thus making art and nature
your heirs
»support FAI through your business by
becoming a Corporate Golden Donor
»work as a volunteer for the Foundation
To find out more, see our website
www.fondoambiente.it and sign up for
our newsletter
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FAI PROPERTIES IN LIGURIA
In Liguria, FAI has rescued,
restored and opened to the
public
» San Fruttuoso Abbey
in Camogli (GE)
» the Carbone house
in Lavagna (GE)
» The Historic Barber's Shop
in Genoa
It is also responsible for the
safe keeping of the decorative
arts collection of the
antiquarian Luigi Anton Laura
at Villa San Luca in Ospedaletti
(IM).
Furthermore, environmental
properties in Liguria in FAI's
care, and currently being
reclaimed are:
» Woodland area on Monte di
Portofino
(Camogli, GE) - Donation
from the Casana heirs
» Coastal area on Monte di
Portofino
(Camogli, GE) - Donation
from Carla Salvucci
» Woodland areas on Monte di
Portofino
(Camogli, GE) - Donation from
Benito Brignola
SAN FRUTTUOSO ABBEY
THE CARBONE HOUSE
THE HISTORIC BARBER'S SHOP
Camogli (GE)
Lavagna (GE)
Genova
Between Camogli and Portofino,
in a deep inlet in the rugged
coast of the Portofino promontory,
stands the Abbey of San
Fruttuoso di Capodimonte, dating
back to the 10th-13th centuries.
Donated to FAI by Frank and
Orietta Pogson Doria Pamphilj in
1983, it was opened to the public
five years later, in 1988. Once a
Benedictine Monastery, then a
humble fishermen's abode, a
pirates' den, it later became the
property of the Doria princes for a
number of centuries. The Doria
tower dates from the 16th
century, and was built to defend
the village and its precious
source of fresh water from
Barbarian pirate raids. Today the
Capodimonte complex is a truly
unique site, where man's
handiwork combines
harmoniously with that of nature.
.
Inhabited until the late 20th
century by the brothers Siria and
Emanuele Carbone, the
apartment on the piano nobile of
the 17th-century house in via
Riboli, free of any ostentation,
lovingly and faithfully maintains
the domestic atmosphere and
lifestyle of the late 19th and early
20th century bourgeoisie. On the
piano nobile, objets d'art,
ceramics and fin-de-siècle
furnishings make an intimate and
animated setting for an important
set of paintings from the 17thcentury Ligurian school. The
flooring, of the same period,
reflects the ornamental tradition
of the Italian riviera, with lively
mosaics rich in geometric and
floral designs. The Carbone
house lends itself to research
work into a common past,
consisting not so much of
individual masterpieces, but
rather of a history of day-to-day
tastes, of a sense of home life in
a period worth preserving in
cultural terms.
Located in Vicolo dei Caprettari, a
typical alley of Ligurian towns, or
“carruggio”, in the historic centre
of Genoa, this little barber's shop is
one of the oldest historic properties
in the city. Measuring just ten
square metres, the shop was
opened by the barber Giacalone in
1882. A few decades later, in
1922, his son Italo had the interior
decor updated to an art déco style.
The shop belonged to Giacalone
from 1922 until 1992, when the
barber died, and it was acquired
by the Genoa branch of FAI.
Having restored it and reopened it
to the public, FAI has entrusted its
running to a well-known traditional
barber from the city, who plies his
trade there on a daily basis. The
shop still enjoys the custom of
many illustrious Genoese names,
and its period decor features a
spectacular array of mirrors and
stained glass. On a background of
traditional white tiles, the lively
effect of the coloured glass on the
walls and ceiling, in addition to the
lamps and the reflections in the
oval mirrors, surrounds and
astounds visitors.
Information and reservations
San Fruttuoso Abbey,
Camogli (GE)
Tel. +39 0185 772703
fax +39 0185 775883
[email protected]
Information and reservations
Casa Carbone, Lavagna (Genoa)
Via Riboli 14
Tel. 0185 393920
fax +39 0185 395300
Information
Tel. +39 010 256791
Barber service: 8.30 am - 4.30 pm
20% discount for FAI members
» Woodland area on Monte di
Portofino
(Pietre Strette,
Camogli, GE) Donation from Ida Marta
Oliva
» Promontory and Tower,
Punta Pagana
(S. Michele di Pagana,
Rapallo, GE)
FAI - Fondo per l’Ambiente Italiano
Liguria Regional Headquarters:
16124 Genova
Via Garibaldi, 7
Tel. 010 2091043
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OTHER FAI PROPERTIES IN ITALY
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Opening May 2008
MANTA CASTLE
Manta (CN)
Tel. +39 0175 87822
MASINO CASTLE
Caravino (TO)
Tel. +39 0125 778100
Home to one of the most
remarkable collections of
international Gothic painting: a set
of frescoes depicting “Heroes and
Heroines” contrasts with the
mysterious portrayal of the
“Fountain of Youth”. The castle
complex is the fruit of a succession
of extensions to the original 13th
century stronghold; it was
embellished in the 16th century
with the construction of the elegant
"grotesque" hall and a fine gallery
with frescoes. The nearby parish
church also features some
splendid 15th century frescoes.
Over a thousand years of
Piedmontese and Italian history are
encapsulated at the centre of this
vast and impressive 19th century
park: the former residence of the
Valperga counts, descendants of
King Arduino, the castle dominates
the Canavese plains, and is
embellished with frescoes and
sumptuous furnishings.
VILLA DELLA PORTA BOZZOLO
TORBA MONASTERY
Casalzuigno (VA)
Tel. +39 0332 624136
Gonrate Olona (VA)
Tel. +39 0331 820301
Built in the sixteenth century as a
country residence, in the 18th
century the villa became a
prestigious manor house, and was
enhanced with Rococo frescoes
inside and an impressive terraced
garden with a splendid flight of
steps outside.
Immersed in the green woods of
the Varesotto, below Castelseprio
archaeological park, this was a
military outpost towards the end of
the Roman empire, then passed
through the hands of the Goths
and Longobards before becoming a
place of work and prayer for
Benedictine nuns. The tower
contains rare examples of late 8th
century frescoes.
VILLA PANZA AND THE PANZA
COLLECTION
Varese
Tel. +39 0332 283960
Surrounded by magnificent Italian
gardens, this 18th century villa is
famous throughout the world for
the collection of contemporary art
that Giuseppe Panza di Biumo
amassed from the 1950's onwards:
over a hundred works by
contemporary artists are displayed
in the sumptuous halls and great
stables, in harmony with the fine
historic decor and precious
collections of African and preColumbian art.
VILLA DEL BALBIANELLO
GRUMELLO CASTLE
NECCHI CAMPIGLIO HOUSE
Lenno (CO)
Tel. +390344 56110
Montagna in Valtellina (SO)
Tel. +39 0342 380994
This 18th century villa is one of the
most romantic on Lake Como,
perched on a spellbinding
promontory that drops sheer down
to the lake, and surrounded by a
panoramic garden. Inside you will
find precious English and French
18th century furniture, a splendid
collection of Chinese, African and
pre-Columbian art, and a museum
exhibiting mementoes from the
exploratory expeditions of the last
owner, count Monzino.
A rare example of a twin castle,
built around 1300, it was first a
Ghibelline post, before becoming
the residence of the bishop of
Como, and it overlooks the
Valtellina from a rocky outcrop
amidst the low vegetation.
Milan
Tel.+39 02 467615296
Located in the heart of Milan, and
surrounded by a glorious garden,
the Necchi Campiglio house was
built to the design of the renowned
architect Piero Portaluppi in 1935.
Today its sumptuously decorated
interiors faithfully reproduce the
atmosphere of lively worldliness of
Milanese high society. Casa Necchi
is also home to the precious de’
Micheli collection.
ALSO OPEN TO THE
PUBLIC:
OPENING SOON:
BARESI MILL
AVIO CASTLE
VETRIANO THEATRE
VILLA GREGORIANA PARK
BAY OF IERANTO
KOLYMBETRA GARDEN
VELATE TOWER
VILLA DEI VESCOVI
Roncobello (BG)
Tel. +39 0346 84006
Nominated in 2003 in the first
national "places of your heart"
census, and acquired by FAI with
the collaboration of the family of
Maurizio Gervasoni, the Baresi mill
is a repository for the historical
memory of dozens of communities,
which for centuries came here with
the basic foodstuffs that ensured
their very survival. It still houses a
press for extracting walnut oil, a
flour mill and evidence of an
ancient bread oven.
Sabbionara d’Avio (TN)
Tel. +39 0464 684453
Pescaglia (LU)
Tel. +39 0583 358118
Tivoli (RM)
Tel. +39 06 39967701
Valley of Temples (AG)
Tel. +39 335 1229042
Varese
Luvigliano (PD)
One of the most captivating castles
in the Trentino region, this complex
appears to echo the conformation
of the hilly landscape with its
mighty walls, five towers, baron's
palace and the imposing keep.
Inside we find the famous secular
frescoes of the “Guards' House”
and the “Room of Love”, both
dating back to the 14th century.
Listed in the 1997 “Guinness Book
of Records” as the smallest historic
public theatre in the world, the
Vetriano playhouse was built in
1890. It is now used as a venue for
a wide variety of performances.
Villa Gregoriana was created in
1835 by pope Gregory XVI as a
public park using the old bed of
the river Aniene, following the
devastation of the floods in 1826.
Throughout the 19th century it was
visited by travellers, poets, artists,
kings and emperors, who were all
enchanted by the skilfully crafted
beauty of the park.
Massa Lubrense (NA)
Tel. +39 330 607282
or +39 335 8410253
NINETEENTH CENTURY
NEWS-STAND
CAMPATELLI HOUSE AND TOWER
On the southern coast of the
Sorrento peninsula, looking out
towards Capri's famous Faraglioni
stacks, lies the Bay of Ieranto, a
place of unspoilt beauty, and home
of the Sirens according to ancient
legend and poetry. A footpath
allows us to fully enjoy its solemn
beauty: the sea, rocks, sands, great
rolling rocky hills covered with
Mediterranean scrub and olive
trees, farm cottages and the 16th
century Montalto tower.
This authentic jewel of archaeology
and agriculture is located within
the Valley of Temples park, where it
has been restored to its former
splendour after decades of neglect.
Of particular interest are the
ancient hypogea or Aqueducts of
the Phaeacians, dating back to the
5th century BC., the only ones in
the Valley of the Temples that can
be visited. Crystal clear water still
springs from them to this day, and
is used to irrigate the ancient citrus
and olive groves.
Piazza Canossa - Mantova
San Gimignano (SI)
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Incoming Liguria pages 10-11
SALES CONDITIONS
BET WEEN SKY AND SEA
1 CONCEPT OF TOURIST PACKAGE
In accordance with Art. 84 n°1 of Legislative Decree n°206
of 06-09-2005, implementing Directive 90/314/EEC:
Packages concern the journeys, the holidays and excursions
or visits all included, resulting from the pre-determined
combination of at least two of the elements referred to below,
sold or offered for sale at a flat-rate consideration, and of a
duration in excess of twenty four hours or including at least
one night:
a) transport;
b) accommodation;
c) tourist services not related to the transport or
accommodation referred to in Article 86, paragraphs I) and
O), that form a significant part of the package ”.
The separate billing of elements of the same package shall
not absolve the organizer or retailer from the obligations in
this unit.
The Cinque Terre are not just a gift of nature.
They are a masterpiece of genius,
a product of hard work that succeeded
in squeezing out of nature the suitable
conditions for a culture of survival.
Age-old rural wisdom and an active presence
within this territory have struck a balance
2 LEGISLATIVE AND ORGANIZATIONAL SOURCES
The contract contained in the brochures published herein,
concerning the offer of a tourist package, is regulated by
outstanding general conditions and Law n°1084 of 27/12/77
ratifying and implementing the International Convention on
travel contracts signed in Brussels on 23/04/70, as well as
the above-cited Legislative Decree 206 of 06-09-05
implementing Directive 90/314/EEC. The tourist packages
provided for by the contract are organised by the operator
Acquaclub - Incoming Liguria - via Filippo Turati 2/9 16128 Genoa- tel. 010-2345666 – Provincial Authorization
n°205/40078 of 09-06-2000. Insured with Navale
Assicurazioni spa, policy n° 4093265A, for a limit of liability
of • 2,065,828.00.
in the complex relationship
between nature and culture.
Sergio Fregoso
3 RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENTS
The acceptance of reservations is subordinate to the
availability of vacancies, and shall be perfected only at the
time and place from which the organizer sends written
confirmation, including by means of computer. It is noted
that the retailer travel agency is legally a broker with regard
to the organizer in accordance with art. 1.3 CCV as well as a
retailer pursuant to art. 4 of Legislative Decree 206/2005,
acquiring rights and assuming obligations exclusively as the
agent of his principal - client.
Manner of payment:ento:
Upon reservation and confirmation by Incoming Liguria,
payment must be made of the total amount of the matter.
Failure to pay in the manner specified constitutes an express
termination clause of the contract, which will result in its
termination, without prejudice to any payment of the
damages suffered by Incoming Liguria and by retailer travel
agencies as a consequence of the forced cancellation of the
contract.
4 PRICE
The price of the tourist package is set forth in the contract.
It can be modified up to 20 days prior to departure and only
due to changes in: transportation costs, inclusive of the price
of fuel; dues and fees on any kind of tourist service such as
taxes, landing taxes, disembarkation or embarkation fees at
ports or airports; and the exchange rates applied to the
particular package. With regard to such changes, reference
will be made to the rates of exchange and the cost of services
effective as of the date of publication of the
brochure, as reported therein.
C I N Q U E T E R R E N AT I O N A L PA R K
C i n q u e Te r r e P r o t e c t e d M a r i n e A r e a
5 WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT PENALTY
The consumer can withdraw from the contract without
paying the price in the following cases:
-increase in the price of the packages in an amount in
excess of 10%;
-material change of another essential element of the contract
(understood as being any change in price on items that can
objectivelybe considered to be fundamental for the purposes
of the enjoyment of the tourist package considered overall)
proposed by the Organizer after the conclusion of the
contract but prior to departure, which is not accepted by the
consumer. It is specified in this regard that the consumer
must notify Incoming Liguria in writing of his decision to
accept or withdraw within two business days from receipt of
the proposed change. In the case of withdrawal, the
consumer will be entitled to the refund of the amounts
already
paid or, in alternative, to a substitute tourist package of
equivalent quality.
6 WITHDRAWAL BY THE CONSUMER
In the case of withdrawal from the travel contract, Incoming
Liguria will apply the following penalties, in addition to a fixed
amount
of 25.00 Euro for opening the file:
-10% of the total amount of the services up until 45 days
prior to departure;
-20% of the total amount of the services from the 44°
through the 30° day prior to departure;
-30% of the total amount of the services from the 29°
through the 15° day prior to departure;
-50% of the total amount of the services from the 14°
through the 4° day prior to departure;
-100% of the total amount of the services after such term.
7 CANCELLATION OF THE TOURIST PACKAGE
In the event that, prior to departure, the organizer advises
that it is unable to provide the services included in the tourist
package, the consumer can alternatively exercise the
following rights: he can accept a substitute tourist package
of equivalent quality, or, if unavailable, of a higher quality
without any price increase, or of a lower quality, with the
refund of the difference in price; or the refund of the part of
the price that has already been paid. Such refund must be
made within 7 business days from the time of receipt of the
notice of the decision requesting a refund. The consumer
must give notice of his decision (to accept the change or to
withdraw) within and no later than two business days from
the proposal for an increase and/or change. In the lack of
express notice within the above term, the proposal made by
the Organizer will be considered to have been accepted.
8 CLARIFICATIONS WITH REGARD TO WITHDRAWAL
The effects of the consumer’s withdrawal or the cancellation
of the tourist package are regulated in full by the above
articles 6 and 7, which substantially reproduce the
provisions of articles 90-91-92 of Legislative Decree
206/2005. They therefore represent a fair balance between
the contractual parties, also in accordance with the
provisions set forth in art. 1469 ter. of the Italian Civil Code
(introduced by Law 52/96, implementing Council Directive
93/13/EEC regarding vexatious clauses in consumer
contracts), according to which “clauses that reproduce
provisions of law are not vexatious”.
9 CHANGES AFTER DEPARTURE
In the event that after departure the organizer finds that it is
unable to provide an essential portion of the contractual
services,regardless of the reason unless due to the
consumer, it must make alternative arrangements without
price increases to be borne by the consumer, and in the
event the services provided are for a lower value with respect
to those that had been planned, it must compensate him for
the amount of such difference. In the event that no
alternative arrangement is possible, or the solution planned
by the organizer is not accepted by the consumer for serious
and justified reasons, the organizer shall provide, without an
increase in
price, a means of transportation that is equivalent to the
original transportation back to the place of departure, or to
another place that might eventually be agreed upon,
compatibly with the availability of the means and vacancies,
and will pay the consumer the price difference for the
services performed through the time of an early return.
10 SUBSTITUTIONS
IA consumer who waives the package can be substituted by
another person as long as:
-the organizer is informed in writing at least 4 business days
prior to the date set for departure, receiving at the same time
a communication with the details of the transferee;
-The transferee satisfies all of the conditions applicable to the
service (art. 89 Legislative Decree 206/2005), specifically
the requirements regarding passport, visas, health
certificates, hotel accommodation, transportation services or
in any event such as to render the use of the package
impossible by a person other than the customer waiving the
package;
-the transferee shall reimburse the organizer all of the
expenses sustained in order to arrange the substitution in
the amount quantified upon notice of the transfer. The
consumer waiving the package must in any event pay the
registration fee, if any. He will further remain jointly liable with
the transferee for the payment of the balance of the price, as
well as the amounts set forth in clause c) of this article.
11 LIABILITY
The organizer shall be responsible for damages caused to the
consumer due to the non-performance or improper
performance of the contractual services, whether they are
performed personally by it or by third party service providers,
unless it proves that the breach was due to the consumer
(inclusive of autonomous initiatives taken by the latter during the
course of performance of the tourist services) or to facts that do
not fall within the provision of the services provided in the
contract, due to unforeseeable events, force majeure, or
circumstances that the organizer could not, in accordance with
professional diligence, reasonably expect or remedy. The retailer
used to book the tourist package is not in any event liable for the
obligations arising from the organization of the trip, but is
exclusively liable for the obligations arising from his position as
a intermediary and in any event within the limits for such liability
provided by the above cited laws or conventions.
12 LIMITS ON DAMAGES
The payment of damages due by the organizer cannot in
any event be in excess of the compensation allowed by
international conventions governing the services whose
breach resulted in the liability, both contractually as well as
extra-contractually, specifically the Warsaw Convention of
1929 on international carriage by air, with reference to the
text amended by the Hague Protocol in 1955; the Bern
Convention (CIV) on railway travel; the Paris Convention of
1962 on the liability of hotel-keepers, with reference to the
text set forth in articles 1783 et seq. of the Italian Civil Code;
the Brussels Convention of 1970 (CCV) on the organizer’s
liability.
In any event the limit of compensation for damages other
than personal injury cannot exceed the amount of “5000
germinal gold francs for any other damage” provided by
art.13 no. 2 CCV. In the event the original texts of the above
conventions are amended, or new international conventions
regarding the services included in the tourist package
become effective, the limits on compensation provided by
the sources of uniform law in effect at the time of the
occurrence of the damaging act will be applicable.
13 CLAIMS AND COMPLAINTS
Every breach of performance of the contract must be
contested by the consumer without delay so that the
organizer, its local representative or the accompanying
person can cure it in a timely manner.
The consumer can also make a complaint by sending a
registered letter with return receipt to the organizer or
retailer, within and no later than 10 business days from the
return date to the place of departure.
14 INSURANCE FOR CANCELLATION EXPENSES
Unless expressly included in the price, at the time of the
reservation it is possible – and indeed advisable – to take
out, care of the organizer’s or retailer’s office, a special
insurance policy to cover the expenses deriving from
cancellation of the package. The cost is calculated as 4.9%
of the total of the trip.
15 GUARANTEE FUND
A National Guarantee Fund is being created care of the
Presidency of the Council of Ministers that the consumer
can apply to, in accordance with art. 100 of Legislative
Decree 206/2005, in the case of insolvency or bankruptcy
of the retailer or organizer.
Validity of the programme: from 01-01-2008 through 3112-2008
GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT FOR THE SALE
OF INDIVIDUAL TOURIST SERVICES
a) REGULATION PROVISIONS
Contracts concerning the offer of just transportation service,
accommodation, or any other separate tourist service,
which cannot be considered as a contract for the
organization of a trip or tourist package, shall be regulated
by the following provisions of the CCV: art. 1 no. 3 and no.
6; articles 17 to 23; articles 24 to 31, with regard to
provisions other than those related to an organization
contract as well as the other agreements specifically
referring to the sale of the individual service provided for by
the contract.
b) CONTRACTUAL CONDITIONS
The following clauses of the general conditions of contract
for the sale of tourist packages set forth above shall also be
applicable to said contracts: art. 3, art. 6, art. 7, art. 8, art.
9, art. 10 1°clause, art. 11, art. 12, art. 14. The application
of said clauses shall by no means result in the relative
contracts being considered as tourist packages. The
terminology of the cited clauses relative to the tourist
package contract (organizer, trip, etc.) must therefore be
understood with reference to the corresponding figures of
the sales contract for individual tourist services (retailer,
accommodation, etc.).
PRIVACY
The personal data collected above will be processed, with
or without the assistance of electronic systems and can be
communicated to the service providers. The data controller
is INCOMING LIGURIA SRL. The client can have access at
any time to the data that regards him, update it, correct it,
supplement it and more generally, exercise the rights
provided by article 7 of the Privacy Law (Legislative Decree
no. 196/2003).
Mandatory notice in accordance with art. 17, clause 1 of
Law no. 38 of 06/02/2006. The law punishes crimes
relating to child prostitution and pornography with
imprisonment, even if committed abroad.
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