Gulf of Poets – Liguria: cliffs, light and seaside villages suspended in time. The Gulf of Poets opens between Porto Venere and Lerici, enclosed by rocky promontories, wild islands and villages lying on the sea. It is a collected, almost intimate landscape, where the deep blue of the sea meets the vertical lines of the pastel-colored houses. Here beauty is not ostentatious, but reveals itself little by little, among silent alleys, uphill paths and horizons that fade into the light of sunset. 🌊 Coves, islands and marine transparencies: The waters of the gulf are clear and protected. The islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto emerge from the sea in front of Porto Venere like cliffs inhabited by seagulls and scented with salt. The coasts, jagged and rocky, guard small beaches and quiet coves, ideal for those looking for a swim away from the crowds. 👉 Tip: Rent a kayak in Lerici and paddle to Fiascherino: you will discover sea caves and points where the water turns emerald green. 🏘️ Seaside villages and castles on the promontory: Each village in the gulf has a distinct identity. Tellaro is a nativity scene overlooking the rocks, San Terenzo retains the atmosphere of a simple Liguria, Lerici stretches under its castle like an amphitheater on the sea, while Porto Venere amazes with its Gothic church poised on the cliff. Between sea, stone and sky, every place invites you to stop and look slowly. 👉 Tip: Take the walk between San Terenzo and Lerici early in the morning: the scent of the sea and the silence make even the easiest stretch special. 🚶 ♀️ Scenic trails and Mediterranean nature: The paths that connect the villages and climb the hills offer wide views scented with aromatic herbs. The Mediterranean scrub, the dry stone walls, the cultivated terraces and the song of cicadas accompany the walk. The routes are also accessible in a day, and suitable for those who love the sea experienced from above. 👉 Tip: Going up from Porto Venere towards Campiglia, stop to look at the island of Palmaria: from there the shape of the gulf is revealed as in an ancient map. 🍋 Coastal flavors and seafood recipes: In the restaurants overlooking the water, you can enjoy stuffed muscles, trofie with pesto, grilled fish and vegetables from the Ligurian garden. The white wines of the hills, fragrant and savory, accompany a cuisine linked to the territory and seasonality. 👉 Tip: Order a plate of lemon fried anchovies with a glass of local Vermentino, sitting on a terrace overlooking the calm sea. 🚤 The gulf seen from the sea: Sailing in the gulf, even if only for a few hours, changes the perspective: the villages seem smaller, the cliffs higher, the light more vivid. By boat you can reach otherwise inaccessible bays, observe the coastal fortifications and breathe the true soul of the seascape. 👉 Tip: Depart in the late afternoon from Porto Venere for a small cruise: the low sun colors every detail with gold and silence. The Gulf of Poets is a place that you don't cross, you listen to it. With its feet in the water, its gaze on the stone and the light that changes every day, it is a Liguria that remains in the heart without fuss.