Forte Belvedere, Genoa

Name: Forte Belvedere
Address: Genoa, Italy

#166 among attractions in Genoa

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Forte Belvedere is a fortified structure, of which several vestiges still remain today, that was part of the detached defensive fortifications of Genoa, located on the hill of the same name on the heights of Sampierdarena.

Coordinates: 44°25'6"N, 8°53'27"E

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Centro Ovest (Sampierdarena)Genoa Italy

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Forte Belvedere – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lanterna di Genova, Genoa-Saint George Bridge, Port of Genoa, Borzoli.

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Forte Crocetta, Genoa
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Forte Belvedere?

Nearby attractions include Santuario di Nostra Signora di Belvedere, Genoa (4 min walk), Chiesa di San Bartolomeo di Promontorio, Genoa (11 min walk), Forte Crocetta, Genoa (13 min walk), Genoa-Saint George Bridge, Genoa (15 min walk).

How to get to Forte Belvedere by public transport?

The nearest stations to Forte Belvedere:

Bus

Belvedere / Capolinea • Lines: 59, 59/ (4 min walk)
Landi 2 / Capolinea • Lines: 59 (4 min walk)

Train

Genova Sampierdarena (11 min walk)
Genova Via Di Francia (21 min walk)

Metro

Brin • Lines: Metropolitana (18 min walk)
Dinegro • Lines: Metropolitana (28 min walk)