{"id":4187,"date":"2016-09-02T19:55:04","date_gmt":"2016-09-02T19:55:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/excursions-and-sports-activities\/"},"modified":"2025-07-09T07:04:09","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T07:04:09","slug":"excursions-and-sports-activities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/en\/excursions-and-sports-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"Excursions and sports activities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Sports and Nature in Santo Stefano al Mare, <\/span><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">all outdoor activities for Terramata Resort guests<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re planning a stay at <em>Terramata Resort<\/em>, you&#8217;ll find not only relaxation and sea views, but also a wide range of sports activities and excursions to discover the area in an active and engaging way. Below is a complete guide to what to do nearby, between sea, hills and historic villages.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">The <\/span><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Bike Path<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\">One of the main highlights of the area is the <\/span><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\">Riviera dei Fiori Coastal Park bike path, directly accessible from Terramata Resort, just a few meters from the property.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The path is over 40 kilometers long and connects <strong>Ospedaletti to Imperia Oneglia<\/strong>, passing through towns like Sanremo, Arma di Taggia and Riva Ligure. Built on the former railway line, it is now one of the most scenic cycling routes in Italy, overlooking the sea and surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s ideal for cyclists, families, runners, skaters and nature lovers. Along the route, there are many refreshment points and equipped rest areas.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Terramata offers guests bicycles and modern e-bikes for rent<\/strong>, perfect for enjoying the bike path and exploring the inland hills.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><strong>Water<\/strong> activities<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The crystal-clear sea of the Riviera offers many options for water sports lovers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Surfing, windsurfing, and paddleboarding<\/strong> along the coast between Arma di Taggia and Sanremo, thanks to favorable wind conditions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rowing and kayaking<\/strong>, ideal in the early morning for calm coastal outings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boat rentals and charters<\/strong> available in nearby ports for day trips, sunset outings or scenic coastal exploration.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Diving and snorkeling<\/strong> to discover biodiverse seabeds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Open water swimming and pool classes<\/strong>, available year-round in nearby towns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><b>Sports, <\/b><em>for every taste<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Within just a few kilometers from Terramata you can enjoy a wide range of sports:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sports fields for soccer, baseball, basketball, volleyball, tennis, and padel<\/strong>, both public and private.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Indoor and outdoor swimming pools<\/strong>, usable year-round.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Beach tennis and beach volleyball<\/strong>, on equipped beaches like those in Santo Stefano, Arma, and Bussana.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Horseback riding<\/strong>, with excursions and lessons in inland riding centers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Golf<\/strong>, thanks to the nearby Castellaro Golf Resort surrounded by greenery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bocce courts<\/strong>, found in various local sports clubs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mountain biking<\/strong>, with scenic trails winding through the hinterland, suitable for beginners and advanced athletes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><strong>Hiking<\/strong> <em>and Adventure<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The area offers many hiking opportunities both along the coast and inland.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Nature <\/span><\/span><\/strong><em><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Walks<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>The inland is full of trails through olive groves, vineyards, medieval villages, and unspoiled nature. From Badalucco to Triora, every walk is a journey into Ligurian culture and landscape.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><strong>Culture<\/strong> and <em>History<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>You can visit villages such as Dolceacqua, Apricale, Cervo, or Bussana Vecchia. Nearby, the <strong>Resistance Museum<\/strong> tells the history of the area during World War II.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><strong>Cycling<\/strong> <em>Excursions<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Many routes cross the Ligurian hinterland, ideal for mountain biking or using the e-bikes provided by Terramata.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><b>Pure <\/b>Adrenaline<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Thrill seekers can try <strong>paragliding and hang gliding<\/strong> from the hills of Castellaro and surrounding areas. <strong>Hunting and spearfishing<\/strong> are also permitted in regulated areas.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><strong>Whale<\/strong> <em>Watching<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>From Sanremo and Imperia depart organized boat trips for whale and dolphin watching in the Pelagos Sanctuary, one of the Mediterranean\u2019s most important marine protected areas.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><strong>Shopping,<\/strong> <em>French Riviera and more<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The <strong>French Riviera<\/strong> is easily accessible: Menton, Monte Carlo, Nice and even Saint-Tropez are perfect for a day trip.<\/li>\n<li>For shopping, don\u2019t miss the <strong>The Mall Sanremo<\/strong>, a luxury outlet with international brands.<\/li>\n<li>Nautical enthusiasts can visit the <strong>marinas of Santo Stefano, Sanremo, Bordighera and Ventimiglia<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Nearby there&#8217;s also a <strong>heliport (Albenga airport)<\/strong> for private flights and transfers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>In conclusion<\/strong>, Terramata Resort is the ideal base to explore the Riviera dei Fiori in an active, dynamic, and authentic way. From the bike path to the sea, from medieval villages to the French Riviera, every day offers something beautiful and new.<\/p>\n<p><em>Contact the reception for personalized suggestions, activity bookings, and bicycle or e-bike rentals.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1166 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/DSC06185-1024x830-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/DSC06185-1024x830-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/DSC06185-1024x830-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/DSC06185-1024x830-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1167 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/57e3aedb8833aa0066e34cb0-300x300.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/57e3aedb8833aa0066e34cb0-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/57e3aedb8833aa0066e34cb0-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/57e3aedb8833aa0066e34cb0-100x100.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1168 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Worldrise-seamag-whale-watching-liguria-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Worldrise-seamag-whale-watching-liguria-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Worldrise-seamag-whale-watching-liguria-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.terramataresort.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Worldrise-seamag-whale-watching-liguria-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #1f1f1f;\"><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Useful <strong>Links<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pistaciclabile.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Riviera dei Fiori Bike Path<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.italia.it\/it\/liguria\/sanremo\/pista-ciclabile-del-parco-costiero-riviera-dei-fiori\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Italia.it \u2013 Bike Path Riviera dei Fiori<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/rivieradeifiori.travel\/la-pista-ciclopedonale-della-riviera-dei-fiori\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RivieraDeiFiori.travel \u2013 Walking &#038; Biking Path<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.castellarogolf.it\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Castellaro Golf Resort<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/pelagos-sanctuary.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pelagos Sanctuary \u2013 Whale and Dolphin Area<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/itourriviera.it\/whale-watching-sanremo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Whale Watching Sanremo\/Imperia<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/whalesanddolphins.tethys.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tethys \u2013 Cetacean Research<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sports and Nature in Santo Stefano al Mare, all outdoor activities for Terramata Resort guests If you&#8217;re planning a stay at Terramata Resort, you&#8217;ll find not only relaxation and sea views, but also a wide range of sports activities and excursions to discover the area in an active and engaging way. 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