Bonassola is a coastal region situated on the eastern Ligurian coast, nestled between Levanto and Framura. The area features rugged cliffs, picturesque bays, and lush forests, all set against continuous Mediterranean Sea views. Its diverse terrain, characterized by green hills and cultivated olive groves, provides an ideal setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more. This varied landscape offers numerous opportunities for outdoor exploration.
Bonassola offers a wide array…
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4.7
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535
hikers
15.6km
05:42
700m
700m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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143
hikers
3.17km
01:02
140m
140m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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3.95km
01:14
150m
150m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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hikers
9.08km
03:33
530m
530m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.
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riders
19.3km
01:55
680m
680m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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28.0km
02:43
950m
950m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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191
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55.9km
04:42
1,650m
1,650m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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279
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15.1km
00:57
200m
200m
Easy mountain bike ride.
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4.7
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217
riders
21.5km
01:21
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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23.0km
01:46
760m
770m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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97.8km
05:57
2,490m
2,490m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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10.5km
00:56
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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88
runners
6.84km
00:51
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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4.61km
00:32
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Easy run. Mostly paved surfaces.

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8.18km
00:51
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
17.3km
02:04
380m
380m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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16.7km
01:10
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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231
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11.3km
00:53
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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281
riders
39.7km
03:09
1,090m
1,080m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.7
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32.4km
02:31
850m
850m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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hikers
6.93km
02:40
270m
270m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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10.1km
03:49
530m
530m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

3
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12.7km
05:26
780m
780m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.
Bonassola offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Mountaineering. The region features more than 80 routes across these sports, catering to diverse interests and skill levels.
Hiking trails in Bonassola range from easy coastal walks to more challenging ascents. Paths wind through ancient Roman roads, olive groves, and converted railway tunnels. These tunnels provide shaded routes connecting Bonassola, Levanto, and Framura.
Popular hiking routes include the challenging 'Levanto to Monterosso al Mare via Sentiero Verde Azzurro', which is about 9.7 miles (15.6 km) long. The moderate 'Monte Rossola Loop from Bonassola' covers 5.6 miles (9 km), and the easier 'Bonassola - Salto della Lepre - Pastorelli Loop' is approximately 2.0 miles (3.2 km). More details can be found in the Hiking around Bonassola guide.
Bonassola is suitable for Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Mountain biking. A dedicated cycle path along an old railway line connects Bonassola with Levanto and Framura, offering a largely flat route. Mountain biking trails provide varying difficulty levels, from easy to technical.
Yes, the Levanto-Bonassola-Framura Cycle Path is built along an old railway line. This path is approximately 3 miles (5 km) long, largely flat, and passes through old galleries with sea views. It is ideal for touring and road cyclists, as well as families. Explore more in the Cycling around Bonassola guide.
Bonassola offers several mountain biking trails with varying difficulty levels. Notable trails include 'Montaretto Boconetto', 'Carpeneggio alto', and 'Carpeneggio basso'. Some routes feature rocky sections and technical parts, while others are easier. Refer to the MTB Trails around Bonassola guide for more information.
Bonassola features rugged cliffs, rocky coves, and promontories like Punta del Carlino. The Madonnina della Punta, a chapel on a rock overlooking the sea, offers panoramic views extending to the Cinque Terre. West of Bonassola, the 'Red Rocks' are cliffs of lava origin with a distinctive dark red color.
The converted railway tunnels provide shaded, accessible paths suitable for various fitness levels, including families. The Levanto-Bonassola-Framura Cycle Path is also largely flat and ideal for families. The 'Bonassola - Salto della Lepre - Pastorelli Loop' is an easier hiking option.
Bonassola is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 23,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Komoot offers several guides for Bonassola, including Hiking around Bonassola, Road Cycling Routes around Bonassola, Cycling around Bonassola, MTB Trails around Bonassola, Running Trails around Bonassola, and Mountain Hikes around Bonassola.
Official tourist information for Bonassola can be found on the website www.prolocobonassola.it. Alternatively, contact the Nuova Pro Loco Bonassola by phone at 0039 0187 813500 or 0187 957492.
Many trails in Bonassola offer continuous Mediterranean Sea views due to the region's coastal location. The 'Levanto to Monterosso al Mare via Sentiero Verde Azzurro' is known for its panoramic sea vistas. The Madonnina della Punta also provides exceptional coastal views.

