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Castelvecchio Castle in Rocca Barbena dominates the medieval village of the same name, perched on a rocky spur in the Savona hinterland. A former stronghold of the Del Carretto marquises, it was built for military and defensive purposes, and its strategic location made it the fulcrum of feudal power over the valley below. Today, the imposing manor is reduced to a fascinating ruin, its ruins revealing centuries of history. Although no longer intact, the atmosphere surrounding it is highly evocative. Its crumbling walls and towers have become the symbol of the village, a true testament to its glorious past.

Zuccarello was founded by the Clavesana family in 1248, who made the castle above it the feudal centre of the valley; it was then taken over by the Del Carretto family and, in 1625, by the Republic of Genoa.

The Tagliaferro Mill, located near Colla Micheri, is an ancient ruin with a cylindrical plan. In addition to serving as a windmill, its strategic position along the coast suggests that it was used as a watchtower against pirates. The incomplete walls and ventilation openings of the mill, present in the historical maps of 1785 and the French Land Registry, are still visible along the path that descends towards Colla Micheri, an enchanting medieval village preserved thanks to the interventions of the ethnologist Thor Heyerdahl.

It's true, we're talking about cycle tourism here... but it's worth spending some time visiting this beautiful village, or even just stopping to take a look, the view is superb! I rode the road downhill, but even uphill it must be a wonderful experience, given the slopes you encounter, never excessive and regular. The only flaw, the road in the valley, at least up to the detour to Castelvecchio, is always quite busy, even with heavy vehicles, so you need to be careful... even downhill!

The Via Julia Augusta is located between Albenga and Alassio in Liguria and once continued to Provence in France. The Via Julia Augusta was built in 13 BC and was intended to transport trade goods overland. Today the Via Julia Augusta is a wonderful place to hike and at the same time experience a piece of culture in Ligurian history.

Part of the old paving from Roman times

In this stretch you tread on a real fragment of history: it is the Via Iulia Augusta. This communication route was built in 13 BC. at the behest of Emperor Augustus. It connected Rome with southern Gaul. It unfolds in a wonderful environment and offers breathtaking views!

Suggestive place in the hinterland between Andora and Laigueglia.