Activities in the area
Situated near beautiful villages in the heart of the Ligurian mountains and only 17 kilometres from the coast, there are many things to do, see and taste in the area. Here is an interesting website you can visit:
http://www.nyalanews.com
A few of our favourite addresses for outdoor activities for adults and kids, visits, restaurants/pizzerias are posted and updated regularly. You will also find a list of markets and shops for your shopping, places to take various classes and festival dates.
Outdoor activities:
| Swimming in the river |
Just step out of the house, walk down the stairs and swim!
If you fancy a change, you can go to Molini di Triora, where there is a big river pool and a nice picnic spot (with shade and a playground for children)
| Swimming in the sea |
You can also hop in the car, drive for 18km and stretch out on the beach.
Windsurfing | and kite surf
| Tennis |
Molini di Triora
Triora: tennis court with a beautiful view
Arma di Taggia: tennis by the beach (tel: 0184 420 59).
| Walking |
Many paths and climbs...
| Cycling |
Many bicycles around the area... but don't forget that we are in the mountains, so a good set of muscles is required.Molini di Triora is also a Freerider's paradise...
One of the climbs is the Paso de Teglia. Click here for more information on the Paso di Teglia or to find more climbs in the area.
http://www.climbbybike.com
| Horse-riding |
There is a club in Taggia, 17 km from the Molino di Carpenosa
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Skiing
There is a great ski resort in Limone, 1h30 by car. 80 km of slopes, 16 ski lifts...
| One thing you'll notice when you get to Italy, is that children are loved. Even the smallest village will have a fantastic playground, restaurants will generally have high chairs and sometimes even a basket of toys, and no-one will frown upon you if your children get a bit active. Quite the opposite... |
Arma di Taggia has a great pizzeria on the beach, El Lido, with great games: slides, swings, and even a trampoline.
To prepare the trip to Italy for kids, visit this web site, full of useful information: http://www.initaly.com
Beautiful towns to visit
The region is full of amazing medieval villages and towns to discover, with their windy streets and hidden treasures. More info at:
www.turismoinliguria.it
Here is a list of the one we prefer:
| Badalucco |
8 km
A beautiful old town, also a giant open air gallery
| Montalto |
4,5 km
A gorgeous typical medieval village. Every summer in July, Laboratorio Opera Studio, an opera masterclass.
| Triora |
10 km
The famous witch town with its Regional Ethnographic and Witchcraft Museum and great shops.
Also has a very impressive annual witch event during the summer.
| Bussana Vecchia |
An old deserted town that was taken over by artists. A wonderful place to stroll around with plenty of great galleries to visit.
| Le Cinque Terre |
If you have time, take a couple of days to explore the Cinque Terre. One of the most stunning places in Europe. Very easy to access by public transport from Arma di Taggia.
| St Paul de Vence (France) |
Our favourite restaurants. We strongly recommend you book a table in the evening:
| Montalto:
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La Finestrella di Montalto
Tel: 0184407041
Delicious pizzas and very fresh dishes. Has a terrace with the most beautiful view on the mountains. Closed on Tuesdays
| Badalucco: |
Ca mea: lovely "fungi" (mushroom) restaurant.
| Taggia:
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Il Ritrovu
Delicious grilled specialties.
| Molini di Triora |
Il Santo Spirito Closed on Wednesdays (Tel: 0184 94019)
| Arma di Taggia |
Il Lido Blu - right on the beach, excellent food and great friendly service. Games for kids.
Vento Largo, Via Queirolo, 56. Tel: 0184 422 95. Excellent pizzas.
Shopping
| Markets |
Splendid local markets for food and souvenirs. Click here to view a list of markets in Liguria.
Olive Oil
| ROI: www.olioroi.com/olioroi
Delicious olive oil and other olive derived products (pestos, cosmetics, objects...)
| Souvenirs |
Triora: La Strega di Triora
Beautiful souvenirs, delicious foods (and cheeses, watch the smell!) and of course, witchcraft!
Molini di Triora: La Bottega di Angela Maria
Lovely souvenirs and delicatessen
Classes
| Pizza making class at the Molino di Carpenosa |
Silvana, our local manager works in the restaurant business and would be delighted to cater for a meal or to teach you howto make pizzas!
| Cooking classes |
San Remo - Omnilingua
Italian + Cookery & Wine: the course involves instruction and preparation of particular Italian dishes especially from the Ligurian region.
Genova - A door to Italy
Understand Italian cuisine rules and to learn the preparation of some among the most famous Italian and Ligurian dishes such as lasagne, risotti, pizza and tiramisù. Cooking lessons are held twice a week in the afternoon. After every lesson students enjoywhat has been prepared.
| Potery classes |
In Badalucco, pottery classes organised for tourists
Festivals:
Italians seem to be real party goers. During the summer, you can go to a different festival everyday without even having to travel much.
www.hostetler.net
