{"id":55478,"date":"2026-10-05T19:59:52","date_gmt":"2026-10-05T19:59:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/darkseagreen-rook-345411.hostingersite.com\/?approfondimento=cycle-path-from-san-lorenzo-al-mare"},"modified":"2026-10-05T19:59:52","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T19:59:52","slug":"cycle-path","status":"publish","type":"approfondimento","link":"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/san-lorenzo-al-mare\/cycle-path\/","title":{"rendered":"Cycle path from San Lorenzo al Mare"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Riviera dei Fiori cycle and pedestrian path runs right along the seafront of <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/san-lorenzo-al-mare\/\">San Lorenzo al Mare<\/a>, which for years was the end point of the first continuous section, the one coming from Ospedaletti. Today the town lies roughly halfway along a route that, since June 2026, has been continuous for almost 48 kilometres between Ospedaletti and Andora. This guide explains what the path is like, where to ride from San Lorenzo heading west and east, and how to organise bikes, rentals and trains.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Route:<\/strong> continuous from Ospedaletti to Andora, almost 48 km (since 20 June 2026)<\/li>\n<li><strong>First historic section:<\/strong> Ospedaletti \u2013 San Lorenzo al Mare, about 24 km<\/li>\n<li><strong>Surface:<\/strong> tarmac, practically flat<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lanes:<\/strong> separate for bikes and pedestrians<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tunnels:<\/strong> old railway tunnels, restored and lit<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rental:<\/strong> bikes and rickshaws by the hour, half day or full day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>A railway turned into a cycle path<\/h2>\n<p>The path follows the old single-track line of the Genoa\u2013Ventimiglia railway, which hugged the coast. In 2001 the line was doubled and moved into tunnels inland between Ospedaletti and San Lorenzo, and the old San Lorenzo-Cipressa station was closed. The green corridor was created on the abandoned trackbed: first the section as far as San Lorenzo, then, after the railway was also moved between San Lorenzo and Andora in 2016, the Imperia and Diano Marina sections.<\/p>\n<p>That is why the route is almost entirely flat, with gentle bends and tunnels, and some of the old stations have been turned into places to eat and drink.<\/p>\n<h2>What the path is like<\/h2>\n<p>The surface is tarmac throughout and the signage is clear, both painted on the ground and on signposts. For most of the route there are lanes reserved for bikes and one lane for pedestrians: walkers and runners should keep to theirs, and cyclists should slow down near the towns and the beach accesses. Along the way there are rest areas at scenic spots.<\/p>\n<p>The route suits everyone: families with children, occasional cyclists, runners and skaters. You do not need a road bike or a mountain bike: any city bike will do.<\/p>\n<h3>The tunnels<\/h3>\n<p>The old railway tunnels have been restored and lit. In summer they offer a little cool air; bear in mind, though, that when you come out into the open the light changes suddenly, so slow down.<\/p>\n<h2>West from San Lorenzo: Arma di Taggia and Sanremo<\/h2>\n<p>Heading west, the path follows the coast through Santo Stefano al Mare and Riva Ligure to <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/arma-di-taggia\/\">Arma di Taggia<\/a>, with its long beaches. Carrying on, you enter <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/sanremo\/\">Sanremo<\/a> from Bussana and cross the whole town, past Portosole and the seafront promenade, to Ospedaletti, the western end point.<\/p>\n<p>This is the best-known section: on 9 May 2015 the first stage of the Giro d&#8217;Italia was a 17.6-kilometre team time trial from San Lorenzo al Mare to Sanremo, along the path. It was won by the Orica-GreenEDGE team and Simon Gerrans wore the first maglia rosa. Riding at an easy pace, with stops at the sea, Sanremo makes a half-day trip.<\/p>\n<h2>East from San Lorenzo: Imperia, Diano Marina and Andora<\/h2>\n<p>Heading east, the path enters the territory of <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/imperia\/\">Imperia<\/a> and crosses the town along the sea. On 20 June 2026 the last section between Imperia and <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/diano-marina\/\">Diano Marina<\/a> was opened: since then you can ride without a break to Andora, passing close to <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/cervo\/\">Cervo<\/a>. This is the direction to choose if you want to combine cycling with a visit to Imperia&#8217;s historic centres.<\/p>\n<h2>Bike rental and services<\/h2>\n<p>Along the route there are kiosks hiring out bikes and rickshaws by the hour, for half a day or for a full day; the Marina di San Lorenzo also offers bike rental and tours. Prices and opening times change with the season: check them on the spot. Remember to bring water and sun protection, as many stretches are in full sun.<\/p>\n<h3>Bike and train<\/h3>\n<p>San Lorenzo has no station: the nearest are Imperia and Taggia-Arma, both a few kilometres from the path. If you want to ride one way only, you can return by train from one of the stations along the coast, checking with Trenitalia which trains take bikes.<\/p>\n<h2>Tips for cycling<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> spring and autumn are the best times; in summer set off early in the morning or in the late afternoon.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crowds:<\/strong> on summer weekends and near the centres of Sanremo and Imperia it gets very busy: keep your speed down.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Children:<\/strong> the route is flat and away from traffic, but there are a few crossings and beach accesses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stops:<\/strong> bring your swimsuit: it is easy to get down to the beach from the path.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions about the San Lorenzo al Mare cycle path<\/h2>\n<p><strong>How long is the Riviera dei Fiori cycle path?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Since June 2026 it has been continuous for almost 48 kilometres, from Ospedaletti to Andora. The first section, from Ospedaletti to San Lorenzo al Mare, is about 24 kilometres long.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is the cycle path suitable for children?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, it is surfaced, almost entirely flat and separated from traffic, with distinct lanes for bikes and pedestrians.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where can you hire bikes in San Lorenzo al Mare?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There are bike and rickshaw rental points along the path, and the Marina di San Lorenzo also offers rental and tours. Prices and opening times vary with the season.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How long does it take to cycle from San Lorenzo al Mare to Sanremo?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It is about 18 kilometres on the flat: at an easy pace with a few stops, a couple of hours is enough. It is the same route as the team time trial of the 2015 Giro d&#8217;Italia.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can you cycle to Imperia?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, the path continues east into the territory of Imperia and, since June 2026, without a break to Diano Marina and Andora.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Riviera dei Fiori cycle path from San Lorenzo al Mare: towards Sanremo and Imperia, almost 48 km continuous since 2026, rentals and 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