Hiking : the mill path
Departing from Grisgione, this hike plunges you into a peaceful setting between sea and scrubland. Through shady paths and ancient terraced gardens, it leads to the village of San Martino, offering superb views over the Lota valley.
Difficulty : Easy
Duration : 2h00
Distance Length : 5.4km
Altitude : 600 m
Vertical rise : + 300 m
Advice and safety
-Choose suitable walking shoes
-Allow at least 1 litre of water per person
-Check the weather forecast before you set off and take the time to study the route carefully
-Don't forget to bring warm clothing and to adapt the hike to your level.
📍Le Parcours
- Departure is from the Grisgione beach (Chemin du Chiusellu), where a sign says «San Martino Village - 1h».
- From here, take the path up through the scrubland. The climb begins gradually, in the shade on the north side.
- The path winds through typically Mediterranean vegetation, offering a calm and soothing atmosphere.
- Halfway along the route, you will come to an intersection:
on the left, you can reach Licciola and the Miomo navy, with its 16th-century Genoese tower
continue straight on to reach the village of San Martino - The path continues uphill to the village, crossing ancient terraced farmland. «lenze», These buildings bear witness to past rural activity.
- After approximately 1 hour walk, you reach San Martino di Lota, made up of several typical hamlets.
- From the village, enjoy a superb views over the Lota valley and the Tyrrhenian Sea. On a clear day, you can see the Italian coastline.
- The return journey takes the same route towards Grisgione.
- On the way back down, take time to observe the local flora and fauna, rich in endemic species.
- Arrival is at the Grisgione pebble beach, ideal for a well-deserved break or swim.
Did you know?
In San Martino di Lota, the elegant «American Houses» bear witness to the return of the Cap Corsins who left to make their fortunes in the Americas. Château Cagninacci, a former 17th-century convent transformed into a Tuscan residence, also illustrates this success story.
