DOLCEACQUA & THE NERVIA VALLEY - The home of Rossese wine and Monet's beloved bridge

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Dolceacqua — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

The Val Nervia is an absolute must-see place of the Riviera dei Fiori. It is one of the loveliest parts of Liguria’s hinterland.

This is the domain of one of the finest Italian wines, and one of Italy’s best kept secrets, which is gaining popularity and is in great demand worldwide. Rossese di Dolceacqua or Dolceacqua, a favourite of Napoleon’s.

Dolceacqua is the ancient village dominated by the imposing ruin of the Castello dei Doria which towers over the old town on the left bank of the river. Its name means “sweet water”. A single-arched 15th-century bridge spans 33m across the river and leads to the old town.

The Impressionist painter Claude Monet immortalized on canvas. “The place is superb, there is a bridge that is a jewel of lightness”, he wrote in his diary.

Meeting point: in front of the main entrance of the Sanremo Casino.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English, Italian, French
Operated by: Sanremo Experience

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Wine tasting (2 local wines, including Rossese di Dolceacqua, pairing them with local specialties)
Included: Guided tour of the Medieval village, led by licensed tourist guide;
Included: transfer by minivan or car (shared tour)

Not included

Not included: entrance ticket to the Dolceacqua Castle

Itinerary

Castello dei Doria

4 hours Admission included

You'll meet the guide in front of the Sanremo Casino. We'll drive along the amazing coastline and you'll enjoy the breathtaking landscape overlooking the crystalline blue sea, surrounded by sweet, green slopes dottet with Mediterranean maquis, flowers, and lemon trees. Then we continue our excursion driving along the ancient Roman street, and we reach the Nervia Valley. We stop in Dolceacqua and our licensed tourist guide will led you to discover this delightful medieval village, home of the most prized and famous red wines in Italy, Rossese di Dolceacqua. We will visit the Castello dei Doria and we will walk on the famous bridge painted by Claude Monet. He described it a "jewel of lightness".

At the end of the tour we'll taste 2 local wines (Rossese di Dolceacqua - a local ruby red wine- and a local white wine), pairing them with focaccia and a small local cake called "michette".

This is the best way to enjoy the Italian Riviera: art, history, Nature, and good wines!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meeting point: in front of the Lolli Hotel Sanremo

End point

Meeting point: in front of the Lolli Hotel Sanremo

Using your ticket

ADDITIONAL INFO

Shared tours. Small groups 4-12 people maximum, (depending on the activity), are led by local English-speaking licensed guides.
Admission fees to monuments and meals are not included excepted where specifically stated.
Languages: Italian, English and French.
Children under 18 should be accompanied by an adult.
Please wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes.
Our food tours & experiences run regardless of weather conditions – rain, hail or shine!
In case of rain bring an umbrella / raincoat as we will be outdoors for most of the tour.
If you miss the tour, no refund will be possible.
the customer is always due to the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure.
No refunds will be made in respect of any unused portion of a ticket or partially completed trip.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
USEFUL POINTS
Please wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes.
Our food tours & experiences run regardless of weather conditions – rain, hail or shine!
The Italian Riviera is always sunny, but in case of rain bring an umbrella / raincoat as we will be outdoors for most of the tour.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults.
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide.