Sanremo cycle path

Seafront cycle path in Sanremo on the old railway: Capo Nero tunnel, old station, Tre Ponti and Bussana, 45 km to Andora.

Riviera dei Fiori cycle path in Sanremo

Where: on the seafront and the former railway bed, from Ospedaletti to Bussanaand beyond
Length: about 45 km from Ospedaletti to Andorasources give different figures, from 24 km for the old Ospedaletti–San Lorenzo stretch to 45 km for the whole corridor (some sources say almost 48)
Surface: pavedwith two lanes for bikes and one for pedestrians, road markings and signs
Difficulty: easygradients around 1–2%
Access: freealways open
Time: half a day for the Sanremo stretcha full day for longer sections

Directions

The Riviera dei Fiori cycle and pedestrian path is the easiest way to see Sanremo from the sea: it runs along the old Genoa–Ventimiglia railway line, closed in 2001, and is almost entirely flat. In Sanremo you ride it from west to east, from the Capo Nero tunnel past the old station, Portosole and the Tre Ponti beach to Bussana. Since summer 2026 it is continuous for about 45 km between Ospedaletti and Andora.

By Italian Riviera editorial team·Updated on 22 October 2026·4 min read

The route through Sanremo

Coming from the west you enter Sanremo through the Capo Nero tunnel, the old railway tunnel between Ospedaletti and the city. It is about 1.7 km long (sources say 1,750 m), lit, and since 2014 it has housed a Milano–Sanremo museum with panels on the history of the race. You come out on the seafront and continue past the beaches to piazza Cesare Battisti, where the old station stood: the paid car park here is open 24 hours a day and there is a bike rental in the former station.

Further on you pass the Porto Vecchio and Portosole. Around the port you will find the Forte di Santa Tecla, while the Passeggiata Imperatrice and the Casino are on the town seafront. To the east the path runs above the long pebble beach of Tre Ponti and continues to Baia Capo Pino and Bussana, from where you can climb on foot or by bike to Bussana Vecchia, the village destroyed by the 1887 earthquake.

Towards Ospedaletti and Imperia

L'ex tracciato ferroviario sul mare a Ospedaletti

To the west the path ends at Ospedaletti, where the former station is another rental point and the path runs along the sea. There is no link towards Bordighera: you have to use the Aurelia road. To the east it reaches Arma di Taggia (with the bridge over the Argentina), Riva Ligure and Santo Stefano al Mare, then San Lorenzo al Mare: for that stretch see our guide to the San Lorenzo cycle path. Before San Lorenzo there is the tunnel between Cipressa and Costarainera, about 1.5 km long.

The last sections opened in 2026: on 15 May the Golfo Dianese, from Diano Marina to Andora via San Bartolomeo al Mare and Cervo (about 7 km), and in June the “IM-compiuta” link between Imperia and Diano Marina below Capo Berta. The corridor is part of the Tyrrhenian Cycle Route. For the wider picture see also Riviera dei Fiori.

Bike hire

L'ex stazione di Ospedaletti con il noleggio bici

Rental points are mostly in former railway stations (Sanremo, Ospedaletti, Santo Stefano al Mare, Imperia and Diano Marina) and in kiosks along the route. You can hire city bikes, mountain bikes, tandems, e-bikes and four-seat rickshaws by the hour, half day or full day. Prices and hours change with the season: ask on the spot, we do not publish rates. For information you can call the Riviera dei Fiori DMO, the destination management organisation (tel. +39 0183 793246).

Getting there and parking

The train is the easiest option: the stations of Sanremo and Taggia-Arma (and those of Imperia, Diano and Andora further east) are close to access points. Check Trenitalia’s rules for bikes on regional trains, as they vary by time of day. If you come by car, the car park in piazza Cesare Battisti is right on the path; on event days the seafront may be closed, see our guide to parking in Sanremo.

Practical tips

Western Liguria cycle path along the sea

In summer ride early in the morning or late in the afternoon: in the middle of the day the path is crowded and the sun is strong.
Keep to the bike lanes, respect the pedestrian lane and slow down in town and in tunnels.
Bring swimwear: you pass many beaches, some with a Blue Flag; see the beaches of Sanremo.
Along the path there are benches, drinking fountains, snack kiosks and SOS posts; panoramic points have rest areas.
Suitable for beginners, families with strollers and wheelchair users; you can ride a short stretch and turn back.
Spring and autumn are the best seasons for long sections.

Where it is

Sanremo cycle path is in Sanremo (Riviera di Ponente, Riviera dei Fiori).

Boundaries: ISTAT, Natural Earth · Interactive map →

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Sanremo cycle path?

The Sanremo stretch is part of a continuous corridor of about 45 km between Ospedaletti and Andora, completed in summer 2026. Older sources say 24 or 28 km because they only cover the first sections.

Can I hire a bike in Sanremo?

Yes, in the former stations and in kiosks along the path, including e-bikes and rickshaws. Rates are not published in a consistent way: ask at the rental point.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes: it is almost entirely flat, separate from traffic and has separate lanes for bikes and pedestrians. Short stages with a stop at the beach work best.

Does the path reach Bordighera?

No. To the west it ends at Ospedaletti; to get to Bordighera you use the Aurelia road.

Can I take my bike on the train?

On regional trains it is possible under Trenitalia’s rules, which depend on the time of day. Check before you go.

How much does it cost and when is it open?

Access is free and always open. The tunnels are lit; there is no recent confirmation about possible night closures of the Capo Nero tunnel.

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