Let's join this walking tour to discover Portovenere, a true gem on the western coastline in Italy. This UNESCO-Heritage town boasts lovely houses on the harbor, scenic churches, a wonderful castle and, above all, quite unforgettable views...you don't want to miss them!
In the province of La Spezia and very close to the notorious Cinque Terre, Portovenere must be included in a tour around the coastal treasures of Liguria, north of Italy, if you want to discover how life in an ancient fishermens' town used to be. Listed in the Italian UNESCO Heritage list, Portovenere is just enchanting thanks to its narrow alleys and lovely details, which mix well with the imposing castle and the most scenographic churches.
Starting from the harbor and its cute houses, this walking tour will amaze you with unique marine views all over. We'll visit the Church of San Pietro, Lord Byron's Grotto, Doria Castle, the natural paradise of Palmaria Island, and much more! While exploring, you'll discover more about the military history of the town and, above all, its curious legends.
Things to see
[00:00] *Welcome to Portovenere*
[01:00] *Harbor* - a unique bond with the sea
[02:05] *Palazzata a mare* - a row of colorful tower-houses
[05:10] *Bastreri Square* - the main square of Portovenere
[06:15] *Porta del Borgo* - ancient gate to the old town
[06:35] *Via Capellini* - the main alley traversing the old town
[08:00] *Centinaro Square* - square home to the Lions' Fountain
[09:55] *Spallanzani Square* - oldest part of Portovenere
[11:20] *Byron's Grotto (⭐)* - Why is a sea cave named after poet Byron?
[16:30] *Church of San Pietro* - a panoramic landmark
[17:20] *Dreamy stone windows* - a living painting
[18:35] *Church's upper terrace* - the very tip of the promontory
[22:05] *'Mater Naturae'* - bronze statue of Mother Nature overlooking the sea.
[25:20] *St. Lawrence's Church* - 12th-century church in the high part of Portovenere
[29:40] *Mills* - ancient windmills turned into watchtowers
[31:55] *The cemetery* - the municipal cemetery, set in a calm, quiet area
[37:50] *Doria Castle (🥇)* - the ancient military fortification
[38:20] *South-West Bastion* - panoramic spot 1
[40:50] *South-East Bastion* - panoramic spot 2
[43:50] *Upper body embankment (⭐)* - panoramic spot 3
[46:40] *Cortina* - raised castle walkway
[01:02:05] *White Madonna fresco* - depiction of Portovenere's patron saint
[01:03:15] *Torre Capitolare* - ancient tower protecting the town
[01:04:40] *Medieval measures* - reminder of ancient habits
[01:06:30] *A "Capitolo"* - narrow passageway once linking the town to the sea
[01:15:55] *Ferry to Palmaria* - 5-min trip to Palmaria island.
[01:19:20] *Palmaria (⭐)* - a natural paradise with a controversial future
[01:30:25] *Punta Carlo Alberto (🥇)* - Portovenere's most iconic viewpoint
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