Aurigo

Aurigo is a small village in the Ligurian hinterland, located in the province of Imperia near the Arroscia valley. Perched on the hills overlooking the Mediterranean coast, it retains the typical charm of inland Ligurian villages, with stone houses clustered around an old centre and narrow winding lanes. The area is well known for olive cultivation, particularly the taggiasca variety, which produces an extra virgin olive oil renowned throughout Liguria. The mild Mediterranean climate, pleasant all year round, is well suited to countryside walks and hiking through the surrounding hills, dotted with olive groves and small hamlets. Aurigo lies within reasonable reach of the coast, making it easy to visit towns such as Imperia or Albenga, known for their beaches and historic heritage. This tranquil setting is ideal for a stay focused on nature, local cuisine based on regional produce, and discovering the rural Ligurian way of life, away from the busier tourist spots along the coastline.