Levanto Beach

Welcome to the enchanting Bay of Levanto, a place often described as 'a whisper before the Cinque Terre.' Situated on the Ligurian coast just northwest of Monterosso al Mare, Levanto offers a rare combination of Mediterranean…

Our exploration begins on the Lungomare, the beautiful promenade that wraps around the entire Bay of Levanto. This is the social heart of the seafront, a place where locals and visitors alike take their daily stroll, or…

The primary draw for many visitors is the Levanto Beach itself. Unlike the tiny, rocky strips found in most of the Cinque Terre villages, Levanto boasts a wide, curving beach that is sandy in parts and pebble-strewn in others. …

At the northern end of the bay, we find one of Levanto’s most unique and popular attractions: the Ciclopedonale, or the cycling and pedestrian path. This five-kilometer route is built inside the old railway tunnels that once…

Stepping away from the beach and into the old town, we encounter the Church of Saint Andrea, a masterpiece of Ligurian Gothic architecture. Built in the thirteenth century, the church is instantly recognizable by its striking…

In the heart of Levanto's historic center stands the Medieval Loggia, an important historical building that once served as the town's center of commerce and law. Built in the thirteenth century, this open-arched structure was…

Our journey through Levanto concludes at a spot the locals call 'La Pietra,' which serves as the town's natural viewing platform. Located at the southern tip of the bay, this rocky outcrop offers an unbeatable panorama of the…

As we conclude our tour of Levanto Beach and its historic town, I hope you have found the peace and inspiration that this 'whisper before the Cinque Terre' uniquely offers. We have walked along the vibrant Lungomare, explored the…