{"id":54024,"date":"2026-09-30T18:20:06","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T18:20:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/darkseagreen-rook-345411.hostingersite.com\/cosa-vedere\/i-caruggi-di-genova\/"},"modified":"2026-09-30T18:20:06","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T18:20:06","slug":"caruggi-of-genoa","status":"publish","type":"punto_interesse","link":"https:\/\/italian-riviera.com\/en\/what-to-see\/caruggi-of-genoa\/","title":{"rendered":"The Caruggi of Genoa"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The historic center of <a href=\"\/en\/genoa\/\">Genoa<\/a> is the largest in all of Europe. It is a labyrinth of shady alleys, bordered by colorful houses that develop vertically, which in Liguria they call &#8220;carruggi&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>During a visit to Genoa it is recommended to go inside the alleys of the historic center. It is undoubtedly the best way to breathe the authentic atmosphere of the city, learn its secrets and admire its architectural and artistic treasures.<\/p>\n<p>The Carruggi are hundreds and the risk of getting lost without admiring the most beautiful is very frequent. Here are the most famous:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>From Piazza Loading go up in via al Ponte Reale. From here, after 100 meters, admire Piazza Banchi and the &#8220;Loggia della Mercanzia&#8221;. <\/li>\n<li>Head to via San Luca, one of the most charming and picturesque alleys in Genoa.<\/li>\n<li>Continue to via del Campo, where Fabrizio de Andr\u00e8 lived and wrote the famous song about it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Exploring these and other Carruggi you will encounter noble residences, ancient churches, characteristic squares, artisan shops and the historic cafes narrated by Genoese songwriters. 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