Discover the secrets of Pontinvrea with a hired vehicle.
Pontinvrea is a small inland Ligurian village with over 800 residents, 425 metres above sea level . Its sistuated between Stella and Giusvalla and Its over half an hour by car from Varrezze. Surrounded by woods and Erro stream which runs across , it is a perfect summer holiday destination. Winters are rather cold and snowy., therefore its advisable to travel in summer In spring and autumn, the Pontesine woods are overflowing with mushroom gatherers. Agriculture and tourism are the main economic income generators for Pontinvrea. . Agricultural crops are grown is on the surrounding hills with fruit and vegetables the main cultivated crops . Pontinvrea also practices low scale timber trade for ship yards on the coast
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
It is said that this town rose from the ashes of a village destroyed in the 10th century and was called ‘Ponte dei Prati’. In 1606 it was by the Invrea family of Gonzaga . In the 17th century it became the property of the Imperial family. in July 1846, Pontinvrea became a municipality, through a royal decree of Charles Albert of Savoy. It later was later incoporatted into the Republic of Genova passed under Genoa and has been a part of Savona since 1927.
THINGS TO SEE IN PONTINVREA
If you are looking for excitement and adventure, Pontinvrea may be your ideal destination. To reach this small village, consider renting a short-term vehicle. Renting will give you access to the latest car models or scooters, as well as a wide range of equipment solutions for the time you want. Among the things to see are the ruins of Castel Delfino, a 12th-century building in the Carmine district, which stands near the Church of N.S. del Carmine. This is followed by Palazzo Marchionale, built by Doge Francesco Invrea immediately after acquiring the town from the Gonzaga, and which today houses the town hall. The parish church of San Lorenzo is also a historical site which is famous with travellers. . It is also possible to go on excursions and guided tours in Beigua Park, the Alta Via dei Monti Liguri. You can also do horse rides if you are into the art of horses .. Pontinvrea is the source of the Erro stream, a tributary of the Bormida river, with waters that are still clear and full of fish. But this watercourse has a peculiarity that has made Pontinvrea famous: traces of gold have been found there. In 1997, the first gold panning competition was held, a good opportunity to spend a day like the ancient gold miners of the American West.
