Caletta Di Lerici

Welcome to La Caletta, a hidden jewel nestled within the Gulf of Poets, often referred to by locals and enchanted visitors as the 'Thailand of Liguria.' This moniker is not mere hyperbole; it speaks to the emerald clarity of the…

Our exploration commences at the heights of Bellavista, near the local cemetery. In the Italian tradition, cemeteries are often located in spots of immense peace and beauty, and this one is no exception. …

As we leave the heights of Bellavista, we begin the most iconic part of the journey: the staircase. There is some debate among locals and visitors as to the exact count—figures range from 321 to 357 steps—but the physical reality…

We have finally arrived at the destination: La Caletta. The immediate impression is one of startling color—the water here is a vibrant, translucent turquoise, filtered by the white limestone seabed and the surrounding greenery. …

The area surrounding La Caletta is a geological wonder, dominated by the Maralunga rocks. These limestone formations have been sculpted by millennia of wave action and tectonic shifts, resulting in a rugged, fractured coastline…

La Caletta is not an isolated point but a link in a chain of stunning coastal spots. If one continues along the lower paths, the route leads toward the equally enchanting villages of Tellaro and Fiascherino. …

We must eventually address the inevitable: the return journey. If the descent was a ritual of revelation, the ascent is a ritual of endurance. …

As we conclude our journey through the hidden world of La Caletta, we find ourselves back at the quiet heights of Bellavista. We have traversed a landscape that challenges the body while nourishing the spirit, a place where the…