Spotorno, the village of poets

 

Spotorno

D.H. Lawrence, the author of "Lady Chatterley's Lover", was bewitched by the small village of Spotorno: "there is a moon so bright that even the vines cast a shadow and the Mediterranean glitters with great whiteness in its darkness"...

Located a few kilometres from Finale Ligure, Spotorno enjoys an enchanting location between the Gulf of Noli and the isle of Bergeggi, with kilometres of beaches and a wide choice of accommodation facilities.

It would be a mistake to define it as a mere seaside resort. The nearby Marine Protected Area of the Isle of Bergeggi (to the east), and the Posidonia oceanica meadow on the border with Noli (to the west), make it an ideal destination for divers from all over Italy. One of Europe's most exciting swimming events takes place here: SWIMTHEISLAND (for 2021 the dates were October 2nd-3rd). The entroterra offers spectacular walks and mountain bike trails fit for all levels. The ascent to Monte Mao provides a panoramic view of both the gulf and the isle, as experts guide you in the discovery of wild herbs. There is a paragliding and hang-gliding station at the summit.

Beach volleyball is practised in the Palabeach Village all year round (an excellent venue for sand sports).

The food and wine scene boasts a number of treats. The Sancio Winery stands on a hill: white wines such as Pigato and Vermentino, red wines such as Rossese. Riccardo Sancio is also one of the keepers of typical, local Lumassina white wine.

A few steps away, the Azienda Agricola Sancio Cristian features limited quantities and great quality. Check yourself and book your visit: discover the entire production chain, from the olive groves to the oil mill.

My English abstract of the article as published on LiguriaFood

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