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Monterosso al Mare
The largest and most resort-like of the five Cinque Terre villages, with the area's only large sandy beach and a medieval old town.
12 km · about 20 min drive
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Brugnato
Liguria, Italy · Europe
About Brugnato
Brugnato works well as a base: 10 minutes from Pieve di Zignago, 12km from Cinque Terre Coastal Trail.
Brugnato is in Liguria, Italy, with about 1,200 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Pieve di Zignago, about 5 km away.
Brugnato (Ligurian: Brugnæ) is a comune (municipality) in the Province of La Spezia in the Italian region Liguria, located about 70 kilometres (43 mi) southeast of Genoa and about 15 km (9.3 mi) northwest of La Spezia. As of 31 December 2004, it had a population of 1,205 and an area of 12.0 square kilometres (4.6Read more
mi2). It borders the following municipalities: Borghetto di Vara, Rocchetta di Vara, Sesta Godano, Zignago.
The foundation of Brugnato dates back to the 7th or 8th centuries and is linked to the erection of a monastery which, like other monastic sites in Liguria and northern Italy, was dependent on the abbey of St. Columbanus in Bobbio. In 1133, Brugnato became the see of a bishopric and the cathedral was built. On 25 November 1820, the diocese was amalgamated with that of Luni and Sarzana to form the new diocese of Luni, Sarzana e Brugnato, which in turn would become the Diocese of La Spezia, Sarzana e Brugnato, in 1975.
Brugnato has been chosen as one of the most beautiful villages in Italy and as such, it has been awarded the prestigious "Orange Flag" (Bandiera Arancione) by the Italian Touring Club since 2006. It is one of I Borghi più belli d'Italia ("The most beautiful villages of Italy").
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Brugnato?
Within an hour or so of Brugnato: Monterosso al Mare (12 km), Cinque Terre Coastal Trail (12 km), Cinque Terre Viewpoint (Vernazza) (12 km), Cinque Terre (12 km).
Are there any good drives near Brugnato?
The nearest famous roads are Cinque Terre Coastal Trail, Passo della Futa and Autostrada del Sole.
Where is Brugnato?
Brugnato is in Liguria, Italy, about 5 km from Pieve di Zignago.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 1,172
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Liguria
- Timezone
- Europe/Rome
- Coordinates
- 44.2367, 9.7250
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in Italy
ACI roadside assistance: 803 116. ZTL (limited traffic zones) in city centres are camera-enforced.
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Worth the detour from Brugnato
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
famous road
Cinque Terre Coastal Trail
A legendary hiking path connecting all five Cinque Terre villages along dramatic coastal cliffs above the Ligurian Sea.
12 km · about 25 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Cinque Terre Viewpoint (Vernazza)
The trail approach to Vernazza reveals one of Italy's most photographed coastal panoramas, with its harbour and church tower.
12 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
Cinque Terre
Five colourful fishing villages clinging to the rugged Italian Riviera coastline, connected by scenic hiking trails.
12 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
Vernazza
Widely regarded as the most picturesque Cinque Terre village with a natural harbor and medieval watchtower.
12 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
Corniglia
The only Cinque Terre village without direct sea access, perched on a 100-meter-high promontory surrounded by vineyards and reached by 382 steps.
13 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
Manarola
A tiny Cinque Terre fishing village famous for its photogenic harbor and terraced vineyards producing Sciacchetra wine.
14 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
Riomaggiore
The southernmost Cinque Terre village with colorful tower houses stacked along a steep ravine above the sea.
15 km · about 30 min drive
Driving roads near Brugnato
- Right hereCinque Terre Coastal TrailA legendary hiking path connecting all five Cinque Terre villages along dramatic coastal cliffs above the Ligurian Sea.
- Right hereCinque Terre Viewpoint (Vernazza)The trail approach to Vernazza reveals one of Italy's most photographed coastal panoramas, with its harbour and church tower.
- 16 kmSantuario della Madonna di MonteneroA clifftop sanctuary along the SS1 coastal road in Riomaggiore offering dramatic views over the Cinque Terre coastline.
- 65 kmPonte Gobbo, BobbioEleven irregular humpbacked arches carry this medieval 'devil's bridge' across the Trebbia at Bobbio, the abbey town Hemingway reputedly called part of 'the most beautiful valley in the world'. The SS45 Trebbia gorge drive to reach it is half the reward.
- 72 kmDevil's Bridge (Ponte della Maddalena)A striking medieval humpback bridge arching over the Serchio river at Borgo a Mozzano in the Garfagnana, its improbably steep 11th-century span the stuff of devil-pact legend.
Driving in Italy
- Drives on
- the right
- Petrol
- ~€1.82/litre
- Motorway tolls
- ~€8.50/100km
When to drive here
April to October
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