San Bernardo Hill Forest

What makes this place unique

About

Covering the slopes right behind the Savona city center, the San Bernardo Hill Forest serves as the green lungs of the city.

Terrain, waters and landscape

Forest

Covered with Mediterranean maquis and pine trees, this forested area is a popular hiking route for locals of Savona. You can find the starting points of the trails that display the hinterland richness of Italia nature in the Harita section.

Practical notes before you go

Visit

Type: Forest
Tip: Leave no trace and follow local park guidelines.

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Mountain

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Mountain

Madonna del Monte Hill

Overlooking the city of Savona , the Madonna del Monte Hill is among the first steps of the steep mountainous formations surrounding the town.

Plain

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Plain

Legino Plain

Located west of the Savona city center, the Legino Plain is one of the rare flat areas allowing urban expansion in the mountainous Ligurian geography.

River

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River

Letimbro River

The Letimbro River, flowing through the center of Savona into the sea, is the city's most important watercourse. The riverbed is vital for urban flood control and landscaping.

Sea

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Sea

Ligurian Sea

The Ligurian Sea, which shapes the coastline of Savona , is the center of the city's economic and social life. This important part of the Mediterranean hosts the historic port and beaches.

Stream

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Stream

Quiliano Stream Savona Basin

Drawing the western boundary of Savona , the Quiliano Stream flows into the sea at the Zinola district, creating a small coastal delta.