A “Crazy” Ride in the Golfo Dianese

A ride that can be done with either a mountain bike or a gravel bike, taking you through all the villages of the Golfo Dianese while offering spectacular sea views from every angle.

The route starts from the Aurelia SS1, climbing towards the Parco Comunale del Ciapà and continuing along the hillside towards Andora, reaching the Antennae. The trail then switches to the opposite side, passing through the villages of Chiappa, Tovo, Tovetto, Villa Faraldi, Deglio, and Riva Faraldi, until reaching Molino del Fico.

From the right bank of the Steria River, the route ascends to Borgata Freschi, continuing towards Pairola. Heading towards the sea, the trail passes under the highway viaduct, turning towards Poiolo, where Via delle Vallette begins. This scenic route crosses Monade, leading to Colla di Diano San Pietro. A series of rural roads take you through Diano Roncagli, reaching the elevated village of Evigno.

Switching sides again, the route climbs further to the Passo Grillarine, a ridge dividing the Dianese area from Imperia. From here, the descent passes through the historic center of Diano Castello, reaching the Varcavello valley floor. A final climb leads through the villages of Muratori, Diano Serreta, and Diano Gorleri, before making a thrilling descent back into Diano Marina.