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Three main settlements and a scatter of villages spread between coast and countryside: this is how you could sum up the varied reality of Finale Ligure, one of Liguria’s most dynamic towns and among its most visited tourist destinations.
Getting bored here is frankly impossible because the fractions that make up the municipality are very different from each other, and each one is in itself a worthwhile place to visit. It’s up to you whether to have a themed holiday or one where the landscapes constantly change and the pace of your days varies.
Classic seaside tourism is very much at home in Finalmarina, the main coastal fraction (alongside the smaller Finalpia). A long sandy beach, beachside bars, a palm-lined promenade, hotels and apartments of various categories: the tourist machine here is well established and knows how to satisfy both those dreaming of pure relaxation and young people seeking entertainment and water sports.
To slow down the pace, head to Finalborgo and Varigotti, two villages steeped in charm and romance. Fancy getting your heart racing? You can do so hiking and cycling through the surrounding hills or abseiling down cliff faces, exploring the depths of a cave or even enjoying an aperitif under sail or dinner with delicious local specialities. After all that effort, you can treat yourself to a sailing aperitif or dinner featuring tasty local specialities.
Adrenaline-fuelled, romantic, sunny, modern, mediaeval, prehistoric… how many faces does Finale Ligure have? One holiday isn’t enough to discover them all. It’s no wonder so many tourists return every year.
It’s somewhat difficult to talk about a “centre” in Finale Ligure because the fractions that make up the municipality each maintain their own distinct character. The liveliest is Finalmarina, which is also home to the town’s administrative offices and railway station; for cultural attractions and the most picturesque views, a visit to the historic villages is recommended.
Finalmarina (or Finale Marina) is the most modern part of Finale Ligure and the choice of most visitors. Its main attraction is the beaches, behind which runs a typical seafront promenade lined with palms: this is the ultimate summer haunt, where tourists and locals alike converge in search of cool air and socialising.
In the Finalmarina area you’ll also find the Caverna delle Arene Candide, a cave where archaeological remains dating from the Palaeolithic age to the Byzantine period have been discovered. The cave is occasionally opened to visitors.
Enclosed within perfectly preserved town walls, Finalborgo is considered one of Italy’s most beautiful villages.
This treasure trove of romantic atmosphere preserves within it historic churches, including the Collegiata di San Biagio and the Complesso Monumentale di Santa Caterina (home to the Museo Archeologico del Finale), monumental gateways, lively squares and elegant palaces.
The Varigotti fraction is known as “Liguria’s Saracen village”. This epithet owes to the brightly coloured houses lined along the Varigotti coast: their striking colours and distinctive shape evoke Arab influences.
No historical connection to the Arab world has been proven, but it hardly matters to people who remain enchanted by this stunningly beautiful postcard-like image.
Finale Ligure boasts a fascinating stretch of coastline, as long as 8 km, where beaches and coves bathed by clear blue sea alternate with headlands and cliffs.
Beyond the beauty of the landscape, Finale Ligure’s tourist fortune is also due to a long tradition that has developed high-quality beach services.
This is evident from the numerous awards won by Finale Ligure’s beaches: the Blue Flag recognises sea cleanliness and quality of services, the Green Flag is awarded to beaches suitable for children, the Lilac Flag indicates beaches that are easily accessible even to people with mobility difficulties.
The Finalmarina Beach4 is the quintessential town beach, a long stretch of sand alternating between free sections and lively beach clubs. It’s the classic easy-to-reach beach, fully serviced with plenty of bars, perfect if you want convenience and entertainment.
The Finalpia Beach5 is the natural continuation of Finalmarina and has similar characteristics, though it’s smaller.
The prime spot in Finale is the Varigotti Town Centre Beach6: a beach of sand and shingles with the romantic Saracen village as its backdrop. Again, free and equipped sections alternate here.
The most striking is instead the Baia dei Saraceni7, a sand and gravel beach with a wilder appearance, set within breathtakingly beautiful natural surroundings.
Other beaches not to be missed in Finale Ligure are the Malpasso Beach8, which charges an entry fee, the Punta Crena Beach9, reachable only by sea or along a steep path, and the San Donato Beach10, nestled between the eponymous cape and that of Colombera.
In the following map you can see the location of the main places of interest mentioned in this article.
Not all tourists who come on holiday to Finalmarina enjoy spending their days lounging in the sun. A significant number choose this destination for the numerous opportunities to practise water sports such as diving, snorkelling, SUP, kayaking, sailing and windsurfing.
The hinterland of Finale Ligure is instead a paradise for sports enthusiasts who prefer a hillside or mountain environment to water. The mild climate of the area means that outdoor sports activities can be enjoyed in every season.
For mountain biking fans, Finale Ligure is an unmissable destination: there are more than 130 trails in the area, immersed in woods or along the coast, and bikers will find dedicated services such as bike shuttle, single lift, mountain bike and e-bike rental, mountain bike guides, tours and courses for all ages and levels.
Some exciting stages of the Enduro World Series take place in Finale Ligure: you too can retrace the adrenaline-filled paths where champions of this discipline compete.
Thrills and a wide choice of activities are also available for climbers and hikers: the cliffs, mountains and woods of the area allow you to practise rock climbing and trekking of varying difficulty, with options suited to everyone, from children to experienced adults.
Outdoor holidays are now an established reality in Finale, on a par with seaside tourism, so you can count on plenty of interesting services and tours. In the company of local guides, you’ll be able to try unique experiences: for instance, silent walking in nature will help you rediscover the pleasure of silence, archeobike will let you discover treasures of the past hidden in the woods, or with star trekking you can combine the joy of a walk with the fascination of stargazing.
Choosing where to stay in Finale Ligure depends very much on the type of holiday you want. For a seaside holiday the best area is Finalmarina, which has many hotels and sea-view apartments or close to the beach. This fraction of Finale Ligure offers the widest choice of holiday accommodation, so it’s possible to find options at various prices.
For a romantic couple’s getaway, the ideal solution is a charming bed & breakfast in Finalborgo or alternatively in Varigotti: in these villages the choice of accommodation is limited, so it’s advisable to book well in advance.
If you’re coming to the area for sports, consider a bed & breakfast or farm stay in the countryside.
We offer a selection of hotels at Finale Ligure to suit all categories of travellers. The most booked by tourists are the sea-facing hotels, often right on the beach. If you want to play it safe, choose one of the following: they are among the most booked hotels in Finale Ligure, sorted by number of reviews.
If you prefer space, privacy and the ability to prepare your own meals to a hotel holiday, book a holiday home at Finale Ligure. We recommend a few below, but in this case we advise you to book early because houses and apartments for rent at Finale Ligure are in high demand.
Arriving by car in Finale Ligure is straightforward as the town sits on the A10 motorway, which connects Genoa and Ventimiglia, with a dedicated exit. Once you exit the motorway, you can quickly reach the fraction of your choice.
Finale Ligure’s railway station is located in the coastal part of the municipality and is served by trains on the Genoa-Ventimiglia line. From there you can reach the inland fractions by local bus.
The nearest airport is Genoa, served by flights from low-cost carriers departing from various Italian cities.
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Finale Ligure is a municipality in the province of Savona located along the Riviera di Ponente, some twenty kilometres from the provincial capital and around 70 kilometres from Genoa.
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