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Located 800 meters above sea level, along the S.S. 45, 30 kilometers form Genoa, in a rich area of fields, woods and water you will find Torriglia.
The very old town of Patrania dates back to Roman times and it was a strategic point because it connected the Port of Genoa to the Po Valley. It is a famous resort of the Genoese Apennines and it is favored by its closeness to the city and its natural attractions because the valley is shaped like an amphitheatre.
Between the surrounding mountains where the fountainhead of Trebbia and Scrivia flow, there are scattered towns that are visited because of their therapeutic climate, which is a mix between mountain and sea. In the territories that have remained untouched the spring like landscape presents beautiful yellow laburnum’s and in the green fields you can see cows grazing.
The ancient Castle reminds us of the Imperial Feuds of Malaspina, Fieschi, and Doria and it symbolizes a past era. The true patrimony of Val Trebbia is its splendid nature that offers hikers enchanting paths through bloomed fields until they reach the green top of Mount Antola.
The Val Pentemina is a favorite destination for fresh water fishing, this valley then leads you to the picturesque town of Pentema. During Christmas one must visit the characteristic and well-known nativity scene. The lacustrine landscape of Brugneto offers its visitors the possibility to have enjoyable picnics and be one with nature.
The beautiful Torriglia has tempting gastronomical dishes such as the delicious and famous “canestrelli,” which the Ente Parco Antola actively promotes its value as well as other typical dishes of the area. Even though you will be in the comfort of modern structures of fun and relax, Torriglia always maintains its subtle country fascination that many enjoy.
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