DOLCEACQUA & THE NERVIA VALLEY - The home of Rossese wine and Monet's beloved bridge
Description
The Val Nervia is an absolute must-see place of the Riviera dei Fiori. It is one of the loveliest parts of Liguria’s hinterland. This is the domain of one of the finest Italian wines, and one of Italy’s best kept secrets, which is gaining popularity and is in great demand worldwide. Rossese di Dolceacqua or Dolceacqua, a favourite of Napoleon’s. Dolceacqua is the ancient village dominated by the imposing ruin of the Castello dei Doria which towers over the old town on the left bank of the river. Its name means “sweet water”. A single-arched 15th-century bridge spans 33m across the river and leads to the old town. The Impressionist painter Claude Monet immortalized on canvas. “The place is superb, there is a bridge that is a jewel of lightness”, he wrote in his diary. Meeting point: in front of the main entrance of the Sanremo Casino.
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Itinerary
You'll meet the guide in front of the Sanremo Casino. We'll drive along the amazing coastline and you'll enjoy the breathtaking landscape overlooking the crystalline blue sea, surrounded by sweet, green slopes dottet with Mediterranean maquis, flowers, and lemon trees. Then we continue our excursion driving along the ancient Roman street, and we reach the Nervia Valley. We stop in Dolceacqua and our licensed tourist guide will led you to discover this delightful medieval village, home of the most prized and famous red wines in Italy, Rossese di Dolceacqua. We will visit the Castello dei Doria and we will walk on the famous bridge painted by Claude Monet. He described it a "jewel of lightness". At the end of the tour we'll taste 2 local wines (Rossese di Dolceacqua - a local ruby red wine- and a local white wine), pairing them with focaccia and a small local cake called "michette". This is the best way to enjoy the Italian Riviera: art, history, Nature, and good wines!
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- USEFUL POINTS
- Please wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes.
- Our food tours & experiences run regardless of weather conditions – rain, hail or shine!
- The Italian Riviera is always sunny, but in case of rain bring an umbrella / raincoat as we will be outdoors for most of the tour.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults.
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide.
Reviews(15)
A beautiful village to visit, with a restaurant not to be missed, Il Lupo! Delicious food and more than friendly staff!
Not to be missed, beautiful village, narrow alleys, various shops, a place full of history, extraordinary views. Plan good shoes.
What a fun trip! Roberta was full of great information about the area and its history. We were able to see many fun locations in the area.
Nicely restored room.If you like stone and wood do not hesitate.Decent breakfast.Very welcome.
Amazing village, very original with its narrow alleys and small shops. Very surprising walk to the castle that dominates.
A wonderfully skilled and sympathetic guide made us have an unforgettable day! Dolceaqua is a beautiful place and the trip through the valley was very educational and interesting.
We had a wonderful day with our tour guide, Roberta. She was absolutely fabulous and could answer every one of or questions with knowledge and interest. Plus the castle and the surroundings are a terrific visual for all to see.
A beautiful experience, rich with history and culture. Roberta is truly professional and kind. She has a vast amount of knowledge about the entire area and is very happy to answer any questions you may have. A wonderful experience that we will not forget!!
We decided on a very short notice to go on a wine / sightseeing trip, and Roberta responded super fast. The trip was great - with just the right amount of everything given the hours we had available. Roberta is extremely knowledgeable about the area, the history, the wine and the food, and very pleasant and fun company!
A very nice medieval village in Italy Dolceacqua village, restaurants in the village not far from a corner of water. A nice old bridge, several fountains to see absolutely. Historical monuments and very beautiful.
