{"id":12247,"date":"2024-09-13T12:03:38","date_gmt":"2024-09-13T10:03:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/?p=12247"},"modified":"2024-09-13T12:04:27","modified_gmt":"2024-09-13T10:04:27","slug":"limone-piemonte-alpine-pearl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2024\/09\/limone-piemonte-alpine-pearl\/","title":{"rendered":"Limone Piemonte: at the sustainable discovery of Maritime Alps"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Pearl of the Maritime Alps<\/strong>, Limone is a cozy, charming mountain village at 1000m of altitude, in the province of Cuneo, which overlooks the imposing peaks at the border with France. Strategic place from which to reach the Ligurian Coast, Monte Carlo and Nice, going through the <strong>tunnel of Colle di Tenda<\/strong> and the fascinating Valle Roya, Limone has always been a popular destination, offering both summer and winter many activities for unforgettable holidays, <strong>eco-friendly and\u00a0without the car<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<h2>1. Limone, without the car<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_12252\" class=\"thumbnail aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/3-1445695791.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-12252\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/3-1445695791.jpg\" alt=\"movingitalia.it\" width=\"640\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/3-1445695791.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/3-1445695791-536x363.jpg 536w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/3-1445695791-344x233.jpg 344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"caption\">movingitalia.it<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Limone\u00a0is one of the <strong>25 Pearls of the Alps<\/strong>, cities that have chosen to offer sustainable services for holidays in armony with the environment. <strong>Soft mobility<\/strong>, without\u00a0car, is strongly encouraged in this small alpine corner! The <strong>railway<\/strong> arrived in late 1891, connects Limone to Cuneo, but also to the beautiful city of San Remo, Monte Carlo and Nice. The resort is easily accessible by <strong>public transport<\/strong> and then to move around, you will find efficient services. Many hotels are located directly on the ski slopes and the proposals for a\u00a0walking and cycling holidays are many!<\/p>\n<h2>2. Walking in the Natural Park of the Maritime Alps<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_12253\" class=\"thumbnail aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/26.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-12253\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/26-870x386.jpg\" alt=\"limoneturismo.it\" width=\"870\" height=\"386\" \/><\/a><div class=\"caption\">limoneturismo.it<\/div><\/div>\n<p>From spring to late autumn the valleys around Limone become a real <strong>paradise for hikers<\/strong>! Just open a map to realize how many paths, all well marked, pass through forests and valleys, until you reach the surrounding peaks, including the territory of large natural parks. From difficult\u00a0routes, to those suitable for families with small children, the possibilities are many! And you can always rely on <strong>local mountain guides<\/strong> to walk safely or <strong>nature guides<\/strong>, who will tell you the secrets of plants and flowers that populate the landscape!<\/p>\n<h2>3. Mountain biking along the &#8220;Via del Sale&#8221;<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_12256\" class=\"thumbnail aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/42.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-12256\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/42-870x310.jpg\" alt=\"limoneturismo.it\" width=\"870\" height=\"310\" \/><\/a><div class=\"caption\">limoneturismo.it<\/div><\/div>\n<p>The Maritime Alps are a perfect destination for all <strong>mountain bikers<\/strong>, who are looking for excitement, surrounded by cool green forests, on routes suitable for all levels. One of these that you cannot miss, is the <strong>Via del Sale<\/strong>, which connects <strong>Colle Tenda to Monesi (Liguria)<\/strong> following a dirt path of about 39km built at an altitude between 1800 and 2000m. In ancient times salt was carried by\u00a0donkeys. Due to maintenance work done by <strong>soldiers<\/strong> during the First World War the path has remained in <strong>good condition until today<\/strong>: you can go through the alpine road by bike, on foot or on horseback and is part of a European project that aims to encourage mobility without car.<\/p>\n<h2>4. The\u00a0Snow Queen in the Maritime Alps<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_12257\" class=\"thumbnail aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/Limone-Riserva-Bianca.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-12257\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/Limone-Riserva-Bianca-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Limone Riserva Bianca via Flickr\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/Limone-Riserva-Bianca-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/Limone-Riserva-Bianca-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"caption\">Limone Riserva Bianca via Flickr<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Limone is one of the first <strong>Italian ski resorts<\/strong>, opened in 1937. The district, which opens on the surrounding peaks to the country, is very broad. The <strong>&#8220;Riserva Bianca&#8221;<\/strong> has about <strong>80km<\/strong> of traks\u00a0and the lifts come up to <strong>Monte Alpetta<\/strong>, with its 2.070m. If you like skiing is definitely a destination not to be missed, where you can get directly into the village with your skis on! There are also many paths that you can follow with snowshoes, safely, immersing himself in the silence of the surrounding woods. And there are Snowparks and Kinderpark for the entertainment of children! Ski schools and mountain guides are waiting to help guide you in this wonderful snow-covered valley!<\/p>\n<h2>5. Green\u00a0stay in Limone Piemonte<\/h2>\n<p>Even your stay in this Pearl can be\u00a0<strong>eco-friendly<\/strong>, if you choose the right accommodation, in places seeking to <strong>reduce their impact<\/strong> on the environment. I especially recommend these two!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_12259\" class=\"thumbnail aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/65902d82b0734a676fbf7584c70db533a43e8303.jpeg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-12259\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/65902d82b0734a676fbf7584c70db533a43e8303.jpeg\" alt=\"Artisin.com\" width=\"770\" height=\"431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/65902d82b0734a676fbf7584c70db533a43e8303.jpeg 770w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/65902d82b0734a676fbf7584c70db533a43e8303-536x300.jpeg 536w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/65902d82b0734a676fbf7584c70db533a43e8303-570x320.jpeg 570w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/65902d82b0734a676fbf7584c70db533a43e8303-344x193.jpeg 344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"caption\">Artisin.com<\/div><\/div>\n<p><strong>The Artisin<\/strong>, a cozy B&amp;B that offers eleven spacious rooms, including some <strong>Family Room<\/strong>, to travel with the whole family. Guests can relax in the<strong> spa<\/strong> or rent <strong>bikes<\/strong> for explorations! Located at a short walk from the center of Limone, but surrounded by greenery, the property is close to riding stables and and ski schools. it was built recently, in wood and natural materials, with green building techniques.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_12251\" class=\"thumbnail aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/01.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-12251\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/01.jpg\" alt=\"bragardhotel.com\" width=\"593\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/01.jpg 593w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/01-536x356.jpg 536w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/12\/01-344x229.jpg 344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 593px) 100vw, 593px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"caption\">bragardhotel.com<\/div><\/div>\n<p><strong>Bragard Hotel<\/strong>, an elegant hotel decorated in <strong>alpine style<\/strong>, which offers warm and cozy rooms, delicious breakfast prepared with local produce and a spa with sauna, turkish bath and whirlpool. The hotel offers <strong>shuttle service<\/strong> to the departure of the ski facilities &#8230; you can easily leave your car at home!<\/p>\n<p><em>Cover image:\u00a0limoneturismo.it<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pearl of the Maritime Alps, Limone is a cozy, charming mountain village at 1000m of altitude, in the province of Cuneo, which overlooks the imposing peaks at the border with France. 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