The bridges in the Rezzo Valley are commonly called "Napoleonic" because local tradition and some historical sources link their construction or reconstruction to the period of Napoleon's occupation of Liguria and the opening of important new communication routes under French rule between 1805 and 1814. Not, therefore, because, as many say, they were used by Napoleon...

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Best Hikes to Napoleon Bridge and Waterfall

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1. Medieval Stone Bridges Trail from Rezzo

13.0km

03:57

420m

Medieval stone bridges hidden in Ligurian forests lead to emerald pools and cascading streams.

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2. Anello Rezzo: Napoleon Bridges Trail

15.2km

05:08

660m

Historic trail linking Napoleon-era stone bridges with emerald swimming pools in Ligurian mountains.

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3. Ponte di Rezzo and stream – Napoleon Bridge and Waterfall loop from Rezzo

4.56km

01:21

140m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 520 m

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Location: Rezzo, Imperia, Liguria, Italy

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Napoleon Bridge and Waterfall

1. Medieval Stone Bridges Trail from Rezzo

2. Anello Rezzo: Napoleon Bridges Trail

3. Ponte di Rezzo and stream – Napoleon Bridge and Waterfall loop from Rezzo

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