Excursion Scenic hike to san fruttuoso through portofino national park tour at Genoa

Meet your hiking guide at the tender pier and from there you will begin your hike to San Fruttuoso.

Scenic Hike

This route is a very scenic and the initial stretch is a steep and strenuous climb. The departure is in Via Fondaco, the road to the parking lot at the bottom of Portofino, which goes through under the Carabinieri station.

The trail, mostly consists of dirt roads and winds through the countryside to places Vessinaro. Then hike the path on the western side of the promontory that overlooks the numerous coves below, and after 1 hour and 10 'from the start, arrive in the locality Base 0. Base 0, was a military post during World War II. From here the trail enters the woods and down a steep and irregular path, with large panoramic views over the village.

San Fruttuoso Abbey

On arrival in San Fruttuoso enjoy a guided tour with some free time.

The monumental San Fruttuoso Abbey comprises of the church, which is located at the end of a narrow valley. The small, two-level cloisters between the church and the Abbey feature an open area in the centre flanked by the monks' cemetery to the east, the tombs of the Doria family to the west and the Gothic Abbey facing towards the sea. The first community of devotees of the martyr from Tarragona settled in this small bay at the beginning of the 8th century, and built a church that repelled Saracen raids until the 10th century. The abbey reached its greatest splendour in the 15th century.

After the visit and some free time, you will return to Portofino by public motor boat with a short ride 30 minute ride.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Hiking trail, San Fruttuoso Abbey

Note

Please note: This tour requires an extensive amount of walking/hiking of approximately 3.75 miles (6.0 km) sometimes over cobblestone surfaces, steep natural surfaces and about 50 steps to negotiate at the Abbey in San Fruttuoso and a few steps to get off/on the boat. It goes up to 300 mt altitude and guests must croos narrow paths with no railing. This tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility, guests who utilise a wheelchair and guest with fear of height. The time spent at certain venues may be extended or reduced, and other brief stops may be added. We recommend guests wear comfortable clothing and non-slip walking/hiking shoes as well as bring sun protection.

This Hiking Tour is subject to weather conditions. It can be operated only in case of good sea conditions because from San Fruttuoso back to Portofino, you will use the public boat. In case sea conditions are very bad, The hiking will be cancelled. If anyhow the sea is a bit rough but not too bad, we reserve the right to change the itinerary at last minute. In this case the hiking guide will take you to Santa Margherita Ligure, through another hiking path. The part of the gulf between Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino is more protected. You will then come back to Portofino by public boat with the guide. Tour duration may be 15 minutes shorter depending on the public boat departure from San Fruttuoso.