Apricale
A medieval stone village on a ridge, with houses rising in tiers around a castle. Listed among Italy’s most beautiful villages, it is known for its murals and quiet squares.
Apricale lies on a hillside about 8 km north of Dolceacqua. Its stone houses are stacked along a ridge to form a natural fortress, with the Lucchinoni Castle (now a small museum) at the highest point. The village square is surrounded by a church and stone houses, and the alleys are decorated with murals by contemporary artists. In summer, open-air theater performances are staged in the square. The village has several authentic Ligurian restaurants serving game and local olive oil. It pairs well with Dolceacqua and Perinaldo for a one-day mountain village tour, but the mountain roads are narrow and winding, so drive with care.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Perinaldo
- Dolceacqua
- Seborga
- Monte Bignone
- Bordighera
- Ventimiglia Alta & Friday Market
- Sanctuary of Madonna della Costa
- Russian Orthodox Church of Christ the Saviour