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 of outdoor activities, with more than 50 routes available across several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more. More than 23,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Bonassola, resulting in an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars for the routes. Hiking in Bonassola features trails along ancient Roman roads, through olive groves, and within converted railway tunnels that provide shaded coastal paths. Cyclists can explore the dedicated Levanto-Bonassola-Framura cycle path, built along an old railway line, which offers largely flat terrain and scenic views, or tackle more challenging mountain biking trails with varying difficulty levels. For detailed route information, explore guides such as Hiking around Bonassola, Road Cycling Routes around Bonassola, and MTB Trails around Bonassola.
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497
hikers
15.6km
05:42
700m
700m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3.17km
01:02
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140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.95km
01:14
150m
150m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.08km
03:33
530m
530m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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21.5km
01:21
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610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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

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

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10.5km
00:56
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370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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03:10
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.2km
02:16
760m
760m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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55.9km
04:42
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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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04:53
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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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14.1km
01:01
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.08km
00:30
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
11.3km
01:11
130m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.0km
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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00:44
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.04km
00:33
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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hikers
15.9km
05:52
620m
620m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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6.93km
02:40
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Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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9.76km
03:44
530m
530m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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12.6km
05:24
780m
780m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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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.

