Places
Hike·Easy·Family·Popular
Via Julia Augusta, Alassio – Albenga
Liguria
From the church of Santa Croce above Alassio the paved Roman Via Julia Augusta contours the headland with a constant view of Gallinara island, passing the early-Christian ruins of the San Calocero complex and Roman tombs before dropping into Albenga with its medieval towers. Flat, historic and open to the sea.
Duration
2–3 hours
Distance
6 km
Elevation
+120 m
Best season
Year-round
Parking · Free
Free parking near Santa Croce (Alassio) or in Albenga; train links the ends.
Water
Fountains in Alassio and Albenga.
Highlights
- Roman road along the cliffs
- Gallinara island always in view
- Roman and early-Christian ruins near Albenga
With your dog
Leashed dogs welcome; a stony old road, easy grade, little shade.
