Paraggi - Eremo di Niasca - Portofino

We propose this short itinerary to introduce you to a small but delightful corner of the Park: Niasca Hermitage.

After passing the village of Paraggi, take the staircase on the right that climbs into the undergrowth and leads to the pedestrian path from Paraggi to Portofino, a beautiful route that runs parallel to the underlying highway offering splendid views of the bay, named "Walk of Kisses".

Once you reach a small area dedicated to children, leave the pedestrian path to continue on the right trail that leads to the Hermitage of St. Anthony (Niasca Hermitage).

Climbing amidst a shady valley, in 5 minutes you will find yourself in front of the Eremo di Niasca, built in the 13th century and later expanded in the nineteenth century. The complex, like the entire surrounding area, has been restored and completely renovated.

Keeping the Hermitage to our right, we continue uphill and take the somewhat hidden path that enters the forest; climb for about 300 meters until you reach the locality of Fossello.
Here, you intersect the path/mule track (drivable at this point) that connects Portofino Vetta to Portofino, marked with a red square ; start descending, passing through S. Sebastiano, and after about 20 minutes, you will arrive in Portofino at the famous "Piazzetta".

To return to Paraggi, simply walk back along the Walk of Kisses in reverse, and in about 20 minutes, you'll find yourself back at the starting point.

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