Surroundings
The charm of a medieval town is incomparable, so staying in Pietra Ligure is an excellent choice: you will have the tradition of a village unaltered during centuries, and the beauty of gritty coasts and the sweetness of the climate.Pietra, situated in province of Savona, takes its name from the castle, Castrum Petrae, that is located on a cliff top near the historical center and towers the bay and the surrounding hills.
Walking through the streets of the city, along the famous carruggi (the typical narrow streets of many ligurian cities) is a unique experience, romantic and attractive.
Pietra Ligure is full of stores to do shopping and buy some souvenirs, restaurants that offer the traditional menus of the ligurian cuisine, one of the best Italian gastronomies.
The others destinations close to Residence Cristal are numerous, each one reveals an aspect of this coastal strip that continues to enchant travellers worldwide.
These are some of our suggestions:
- Portofino (110 Km) exclusive maritime town known all around the world for its extraordinary beauty.
- Cervo (35 Km) wonderful medieval village overlooking the sea. .
- Sanremo (70 Km) the queen of the Riviera dei Fiori, with its famous Casinò, the music Festival and its flourishing gardens.
- Genova (75 Km) has the biggest Acquarium in Europe and the historical Palazzi dei Rolli, included by Unesco among the World Heritage Sites.
- Principality of Monaco and Montecarlo (110 Km) with the Palace of the prince, the famous Casinò and the important oceanographic museum.
- Borgio Verezzi (2 Km) and Toirano (10 Km) with the famous natural caves full of chromatisms and findings of the prehistorical men.
- Garlenda (15 Km) where you will practise at the prestigious golf course.
- Ceriale (10 Km) where you can find the biggest water park in Liguria.
For who likes sports near Pietra Ligure is possible to practise:
-Windsurf
-Mountain Bike
-Tennis
-Horse Riding
-Trekking
-Rock Climbing
