{"id":55702,"date":"2026-10-08T07:06:46","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T07:06:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/darkseagreen-rook-345411.hostingersite.com\/?approfondimento=the-pilgrims-path-and-capo-noli"},"modified":"2026-10-24T18:04:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T18:04:30","slug":"pilgrims-path","status":"publish","type":"approfondimento","link":"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/noli\/pilgrims-path\/","title":{"rendered":"The Pilgrim\u2019s Path and Capo Noli"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Pilgrim&#8217;s Path (Sentiero del Pellegrino) links <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/noli\/\">Noli<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/varigotti\/\">Varigotti<\/a> over Capo Noli, the headland of Mediterranean scrub and sea cliffs between the two bays. In short: from Noli it takes about an hour to climb to the Capo Noli Semaforo, then you descend to Varigotti on a one-way walk of 2\u20133 hours and come back by bus. It is the best-known walk on this stretch of the Riviera: sea views almost the whole way, the Grotta dei Falsari cave opening onto the void, the ruins of an old chapel and the Torre delle Streghe (Witches&#8217; Tower). This guide follows the route from the Noli side, using the times from the town council&#8217;s trail booklet, plus shorter variations. For the Varigotti side, with Saracens&#8217; Bay, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/varigotti\/\">Varigotti guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Route:<\/strong> Noli \u2013 Capo Noli Semaforo \u2013 Torre delle Streghe \u2013 Varigotti, one way<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> about 5\u20136 km (sources differ, from just under 5 to over 6 km, depending on detours)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Time:<\/strong> 2\u20133 hours with stops; Noli to the Semaforo about 1 hour<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ascent:<\/strong> about 300 metres, plus about 100 for the cave detour<\/li>\n<li><strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> standard hiking trail (E); the direct path from the coast road to the cave is for experienced hikers (EE)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Getting back:<\/strong> TPL Linea bus along the Aurelia road, about 5 km<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trail status:<\/strong> as of October 2026 no closure orders were found; before setting off, check the official notice board of the Comune di Noli<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>From Noli to the Capo Noli Semaforo<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Noli21-1024x576.webp\" class=\"wp-image-30035\" alt=\"Rooftops of Noli and the coast towards Capo Noli\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Noli21-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Noli21-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Noli21-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Noli21-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Noli21-2048x1152.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>In Noli&#8217;s trail booklet this section is path no. 1. It starts on Via XXV Aprile, above the Hotel Monique, with access from Piazza Monsignor Vivaldo, where there are paid car parks and some free spaces. The first ten minutes are the hardest: an old mule track climbs steeply above the village. Then the path levels out, passes the old quarantine station (lazzaretto, with an information panel) and crosses a stream.<\/p>\n<p>After about a quarter of an hour among terraces you reach the ruins of the chapel of Santa Margherita, also called Santa Giulia: a panel tells its story and the view over the bay is already wide. The path continues on a dirt track: at the first hairpin bend is the turn-off for the Grotta dei Falsari. Three more bends, about half an hour, bring you to the Semaforo, the old signal station on top of the headland.<\/p>\n<p>The climb is about 270 metres. The council gives one hour of walking, not counting stops or the cave.<\/p>\n<h2>The Grotta dei Falsari<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"537\" src=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/grotta-dei-falsari-Varigotti-1024x537.webp\" class=\"wp-image-32855\" alt=\"Grotta dei Falsari opening onto the sea at Varigotti\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/grotta-dei-falsari-Varigotti-1024x537.webp 1024w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/grotta-dei-falsari-Varigotti-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/grotta-dei-falsari-Varigotti-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/grotta-dei-falsari-Varigotti-1536x806.webp 1536w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/grotta-dei-falsari-Varigotti.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>This is the most photographed spot on the route: a huge opening in the rock, like a window onto the sea, carved by sea erosion. Its name (&#8220;forgers&#8217; cave&#8221;), and its other name, Grotta dei Briganti, come from the tradition that smugglers and forgers hid there.<\/p>\n<p>From the turn-off on path no. 1 you go down in a few minutes; allow about 100 metres of extra ascent there and back. The edge is a sheer drop: stay well back, especially with children, and do not lean out for a photo. On the steepest parts there are fixed ropes to hold on to.<\/p>\n<h3>The direct climb from the coast road<\/h3>\n<p>There is also an access from below. It starts just past the Capo Noli tunnel, towards Varigotti, near a large niche in the rock and a rockfall net. About 15 minutes of steep hairpins take you to the cave, then another 10 to path no. 1. The council rates it EE (experienced hikers). You also have to walk to the start along the Aurelia, which has no pavement and heavy traffic: if you are not used to it, climb from Noli.<\/p>\n<h2>Torre delle Streghe and the view over Malpasso<\/h2>\n<p>From the Semaforo follow about 100 metres of dirt road and turn left: in 10 minutes you reach the Torre delle Streghe, a watchtower on the ridge. A little further on a rocky headland looks down on the Malpasso beach. This section, path no. 3, coincides with the Pilgrim&#8217;s Path, also known as Sentiero Liguria (no. 427).<\/p>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t want to go down to Varigotti you can make a loop: go back to the junction, follow the gently climbing track that rejoins the dirt road and close the circle at the Semaforo, then return to Noli the same way or by path no. 5, the &#8220;Amico Sentiero&#8221;, which passes the Romanesque chapel of San Michele.<\/p>\n<h2>The descent to Varigotti<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/sentiero-del-pellegrino-varigotti-1024x768.webp\" class=\"wp-image-43635\" alt=\"Turquoise sea from the Sentiero del Pellegrino in Varigotti\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/sentiero-del-pellegrino-varigotti-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/sentiero-del-pellegrino-varigotti-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/sentiero-del-pellegrino-varigotti-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/sentiero-del-pellegrino-varigotti-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/sentiero-del-pellegrino-varigotti.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>From the Torre delle Streghe the path drops towards Varigotti through pines, olive trees and dry-stone walls, waymarked with a red X. On the way down you pass the turn-off for the church of San Lorenzo above the bay and the tiled wall dedicated to Giuseppe Cerisola, the &#8220;Australian&#8217;s mausoleum&#8221;, which is not a tomb. Views of Punta Crena and Saracens&#8217; Bay accompany the last stretch. The descent is steep and stony, which is why many people prefer to walk from Noli to Varigotti; starting from Varigotti means the hardest climb comes first, from Via Strada Vecchia.<\/p>\n<p>Varigotti has its beach and colourful houses; a few minutes away is Saracens&#8217; Bay, a good place for a swim after the walk. To return to Noli take the TPL Linea bus on the Aurelia, which links the two villages in a few minutes: timetables and tickets at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tpllinea.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TPL Linea<\/a>, especially worth checking off season because timetables change.<\/p>\n<h2>Short on time: path no. 8<\/h2>\n<p>The council describes path no. 8 &#8220;Acquaviva&#8221; as the quickest link between the centre of Noli and Varigotti: it starts at Largo Pastorino, climbs through olive groves and then holm-oak and pine woods to the Cian de Strie track. About 280 metres of ascent, about 1 hour, grade E. It runs inland and lacks the ridge views of the Pilgrim&#8217;s Path.<\/p>\n<h2>Practical tips<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Water:<\/strong> there are no fountains or caf\u00e9s signposted along the route. Carry at least a litre each.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shoes:<\/strong> hiking or trail shoes. The surface is stone and earth, slippery after rain.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sun:<\/strong> the ridge is exposed with little shade. In summer avoid the middle of the day: start early or late afternoon.<\/li>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> walkable all year; spring and autumn are best.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Children:<\/strong> the Noli\u2013Santa Margherita stretch suits children used to walking; hold their hands at the cave and viewpoints.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dogs:<\/strong> no specific official rules found; keep them on a lead and ask the Comune di Noli or Finale Ligure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other trails:<\/strong> from the Semaforo, paths lead along the ridge to Bric dei Monti and to the Manie plateau and <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/finale-ligure\/\">Finale Ligure<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For the village, beaches and how to get there see the <a href=\"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/riviera-di-ponente\/noli\/\">Noli<\/a> guide and the page on Noli&#8217;s beaches.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>How long is the Pilgrim&#8217;s Path?<\/summary>\n<p>About 5\u20136 km from Noli to Varigotti. Sources give different figures (from just under 5 to over 6 km) depending on detours: allow 2\u20133 hours one way with stops.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>Is it better to start from Noli or Varigotti?<\/summary>\n<p>From Varigotti you face the steepest climb straight away; from Noli the climb is more gradual and you reach the cave early. Both work: you come back by bus.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>How long does it take from Noli to the Grotta dei Falsari?<\/summary>\n<p>About 45 minutes to an hour on path no. 1, plus a few minutes for the detour. From the Aurelia tunnel, path no. 2 takes about 15 minutes, but it is for experienced hikers and the approach along the road is dangerous.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>Is the Pilgrim&#8217;s Path difficult?<\/summary>\n<p>It is a standard hiking trail (E) within reach of anyone who walks a little: about 300 metres of climbing, stony ground and a few steep sections. You need proper shoes and water. The exception is the direct path from the Aurelia to the cave (EE).<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>Can you do it with children?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes, with children used to walking, especially the Noli\u2013cave stretch. Keep them close at the cave and viewpoints: there are unprotected drops.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>How do you get back to Noli from Varigotti?<\/summary>\n<p>By TPL Linea bus along the Aurelia: the two villages are a few minutes apart. Check current timetables on the TPL Linea site. Walking back along the Aurelia is not advisable, as there is no room for pedestrians.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>Where do you park in Noli for the trail?<\/summary>\n<p>In the car parks near Piazza Monsignor Vivaldo and Via XXV Aprile, partly paid and partly free. On summer weekends they fill up early.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"ir-faq\">\n<summary>Is the trail open? Any landslides or closures?<\/summary>\n<p>As of October 2026 no closure orders by the Comune di Noli or Finale Ligure were found for the Pilgrim&#8217;s Path. After heavy rain, check the Comune di Noli notice board or a tourist office before setting off.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Noli to Varigotti over Capo Noli: Grotta dei Falsari, the Semaforo, the witches&#8217; tower. 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