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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
The guide awaits you at the Genova Principe station to take the historic rack railway up to the hill of the Port of Genoa. Get off at the Granarolo terminus, a quiet hamlet characterized by villas, forts and historic powder magazines and known for a fantastic, unusual panorama over the city of Genoa.
From here begins an easy walk in the woods that takes you on the traces of the Roman road, the Via Postumia which connects Genoa to Aquileia in a distance of about 930 km. Go down along an ancient brick road and reach Bolzaneto.
Tourist guide
Rack (6 €)
Departure Point
Piazza del Principe, 16126 Genova GE, Italy
Piazza del Principe, 4, 16126 Genova GE, Italy Use a historic means of transport, the famous red cogwheel train that will take you up to the hill of the port of Genoa and admire the panorama of all of Genoa in the background. 10 minutes
Granarolo, 16127 Genova GE, Italy You will arrive at the terminus, in the hamlet of Granarolo, an oasis of tranquility characterized by historic villas, forts and ancient powder magazines. From here it will be possible to relax in front of the panorama of Genoa. 5 minutes
Salita Granarolo, 16127 Genova GE, Italy Leaving Salita Granarolo, the Roman route of the Via Postumia begins. A walk through meadows and panoramic views to then admire some ancient ruins. 120 minutes
Bolzaneto, Genoa, Metropolitan City of Genoa, Italy After the walk through the brick paving, you will arrive in Bolzaneto, a small village known for an artisan chocolate workshop. 60 minutes
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
pamela_r
23 Apr 2023
Viviana was a great guide. She met us at the cruise boat terminal and walked us over . It was not a long walk to the postumia. We walked around once we got to the top. We also toured the local community . Viviana was so nice and personable . I highly recommend
This tour in
Genoa
is organized by
Wonderful Italy Experiences - tour e att
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