From September 12 to 14, Arenzano hosts the 39th Mare e Monti International Walk, a unique event that combines hiking, music, local flavors, arts, and family entertainment.
The Walk
On September 13 and 14, from 7:00 to 9:00 AM, walkers of all levels can choose from panoramic routes (short, medium, long, and Riviera del Beigua), starting from Villa Figoli des Geneys.
The event is officially recognized by the IML Walking Association.
5:30 PM – Villa Figoli des Geneys 6:00 PM – Piazza Alcide De Gasperi (La Scurpina) 9:00 PM – Piazza Calasetta 9:30 PM – Piazza Nastrè 6:30 AM – Piazza Calasetta 5:30 PM – Church of SS. Nazario e Celso 6:30 PM – Via Bocca 9:00 PM – Villa Figoli des Geneys 4:30 PM – Villa Figoli des Geneys 5:00 PM – Villa Figoli des Geneys 6:00 PM – Villa Figoli des Geneys Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 September: Via Bocca: food and craft stalls September 9–14 at the Gino Strada Multipurpose Center (Lungomare Stati Uniti, 1) The Mare e Monti Walk is more than a sports event — it’s a celebration that embraces the whole community, in a spirit of hospitality, sharing, and discovery.
Side Events Program
Friday, September 12
➤ Flag-raising ceremony
➤ Kids Run: a race for children aged 6–12, organized by Arenzano Atletica
➤ Abbecedario Straordinario: a family-friendly theater show (free entry – fundraiser for Associazione Il Trenino di Elia)
➤ Live concert with the Domm Quartet
Saturday, September 13
➤ Sunrise concert with the Arenzano Philharmonic Orchestra
➤ Hikers’ Mass
➤ Pilau tasting – a traditional Sardinian dish offered by the Calasetta Delegation (Arenzano’s sister city)
➤ Musical evening with the band Studio 54 (free entry)
Sunday, September 14
➤ Marchers’ parade with the Arenzano Marching Band
➤ Awards ceremony
➤ Flag-lowering ceremony
Crafts and Local Flavors
Piazza Mazzini & Lungomare Kennedy: craft market and creative works fair
Exhibition – “Beyond the Clouds: Rifugio Argentea”
Open: 9:30 AM–12:30 PM / 4:00 PM–7:00 PM
An exhibition curated by CAI Arenzano exploring the landscape and emotions of the Argentea Mountain Refuge.
An Event for Everyone
