Places
Viewpoint·Easy·Scenic·Hidden gem
Sarzana — Fortezza di Sarzanello
Liguria
Sarzanello's fortress, rebuilt in its current star shape under Genoese and later Medici rule, stands on a hill overlooking the ancient road linking Liguria to Tuscany through the Magra valley. The climb up from Sarzana passes olive terraces, with the Apuane Alps visible to the east.
Duration
1–2 hours
Distance
3 km
Elevation
+100 m
Best season
Year-round
Parking · Free
Free parking below the fortress in Sarzana.
Water
Fountain in Sarzana.
Highlights
- Star-shaped fortress guarding a historic road
- Olive-terrace approach path
- Views to the Apuane Alps
With your dog
Leashed dogs welcome on the approach path and fortress grounds.
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