Ligurian Riviera E-Bike Adventure with Lunch in Ceriana
Pedal the hills above Sanremo, discover a medieval hilltop village, and share a table with locals.
This Ligurian Riviera e-bike tour traces one of cycling's most iconic landscapes, climbing from the coast through pine forests and olive groves to the remarkably preserved village of Ceriana. A guided lunch of authentic regional dishes turns a scenic ride into a genuine cultural encounter. The moderate difficulty level and electric-assist bikes make the route accessible without sacrificing the sense of real adventure.
The journey begins near the sandy shores of Tre Ponti before ascending the celebrated Poggio climb — the defining stretch of the Milan-Sanremo classic race. A pause at the Sanctuary of the Guard offers the first panoramic view of the Gulf of Sanremo, a moment that sets the tone for the rest of the day.
From there, the route winds into the mountains toward Ceriana, a village of 22 churches and centuries of culinary heritage. The pedestrian center invites exploration on foot: flowered alleyways, brotherhood chapels, and a mill area where the pace of daily life has changed little over generations.
The return leg follows dirt tracks through olive groves and woodland, where seasonal fruits — blackberries, figs, strawberry trees — punctuate the trail. The final descent brings riders through Bussana and back to the coastal cycle path, completing a loop that covers both the cultivated and the wild sides of inland Liguria.
Tour Highlights
Ride the legendary Poggio di Sanremo climb with electric-assist support on a small-group e-bike tour.
Explore Ceriana, a hilltop village with 22 churches, medieval alleyways, and a deeply rooted culinary tradition.
Sit down to a tasting of authentic Ligurian dishes prepared with local ingredients at the heart of the village.
Pass through the pine forest of the Sanctuary of the Guard and take in sweeping views over the Gulf of Sanremo.
Follow scenic dirt tracks through olive groves, foraging for seasonal wild fruits along the way.
Finish with a relaxed descent through Bussana and along the coastal cycle path back to the starting point.
Itinerary
The tour sets off from the area of the Tre Ponti sandy beaches, following the coast before turning inland. Electric-assist bikes allow all participants to settle into a comfortable rhythm from the start.
A gradual ascent leads up the Poggio di Sanremo, the climb made famous by the Milan-Sanremo cycling monument. A short stop in the pine forest near the Sanctuary of the Guard provides the first panoramic view of the Gulf of Sanremo.
The route continues to Ceriana, a well-preserved medieval village set in the mountains above Sanremo. A walking tour through the pedestrian historic center reveals flowered alleyways, brotherhood churches, the old mill district, and viewpoints known locally as the town's beach.
In the heart of the village, participants sit down to a curated tasting of traditional local specialties. The meal reflects Ceriana's distinct culinary heritage and uses produce tied to the surrounding landscape.
Leaving Ceriana via a stone bridge over the stream, the route transitions to a dirt road winding through olive groves. Seasonal wild fruits — blackberries, figs, and strawberry trees — mark natural rest points along a varied terrain of gentle climbs and descents.
The final section is a continuous downhill run through Bussana, joining the flat coastal cycle path for the return to the starting point. This closing stretch offers a calm contrast to the inland terrain covered earlier in the day.
What Is Included
Included
- E-bike rental for the duration of the tour
- Helmet
- Small-group guided experience
- Guided walking tour of Ceriana historic center
- Tasting lunch of typical local dishes in Ceriana
- Seasonal wild fruit breaks along the trail
Not Included
- Personal travel insurance
- Additional food and beverages beyond the included tasting lunch
- Gratuities for the guide
- Transport to and from the meeting point
Important Information
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