Camporosso
Discovering Camporosso
Welcome to Camporosso, a municipality in the province of Imperia with a population of around 5500 inhabitants. This city is located in the Riviera dei Fiori and overlooks the Ligurian Sea for just 300m, making it one of the shortest coastal stretches in Italy. The territory extends inside the valley of the Nervia stream and is located at the foot of the hilly ridge which separates it from the Roia valley. The Nervia viaduct of the A10 highway passes over the stream. The territory of Camporosso is also characterized by Monte Carbone, which is located at a height of 442m.
The natural environment
In the territory of Camporosso there is also a protected area, the Nervia oasis, which is located at the mouth of the Nervia stream and is of great interest to the community.
The history of Camporosso
Of Roman origin, the name Camporosso derives from the Latin language campus rubeus, which referred to the red Nerium oleander forests along the banks of the Nervia stream. The territory was the subject of some battles throughout history, due to its proximity to Ventimiglia. In the fifteenth century, Camporosso and other neighboring communities gained importance when the municipality of Ventimiglia made some government decisions. In the sixteenth century, to prevent the raids of the Saracens, the territory was surrounded by defensive walls and the three entrances to the old village (now demolished) were built. In 1686, Camporosso became part of the "ville" eastern of Ventimiglia and gave birth to the Magnifica Community of the Eight Places, a confederation of villages governed by "chapters of good government."
We are happy to have shared with you the history and natural beauties of Camporosso. Come and visit this splendid city and discover all the other things it offers.
