Boscomare
A brief tourist guide to Boscomare
Welcome to Boscomare, a beautiful hamlet located in the upper valley of the San Lorenzo stream, behind Mount Croce. In the past, this hamlet was an autonomous municipality, but now it is part of the municipality of Pietrabruna. Below, we will give you a brief and friendly tour of Boscomare, with all the information you need to visit it.
Physical geography
Boscomare has been defined as "one of the hidden gems of the Province of Imperia". It is located on top of a hill overlooking the valley. From its elevated position, you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the surrounding hills, the Ligurian Alps, and the Mediterranean Sea.
History
Boscomare has an interesting history, having been an autonomous municipality before being incorporated into the municipality of Pietrabruna. Its history can be seen through its monuments and places of interest.
Monuments and places of interest
Boscomare boasts some beautiful religious architecture, including the Parish Church of San Bernardo with its Baroque façade that recalls the style of Domenico Belmonte. It is also worth visiting the Oratorio dell'Annunciazione and the Church of Siro di Genova, even though the latter is currently in a state of ruin.
Among the military architecture, we find the anti-Barbary tower, which today has been modernized and plastered, but has lost part of its charm. It is located among the narrow alleys of the village, but is worth a visit to admire its architecture.
Economy
The economy of Boscomare is mainly based on agriculture, particularly on the production of olive oil and the cultivation of lavender.
If you want to learn more about the culture of Boscomare, you can participate in an olive oil tasting, visit a lavender distillery, or take a stroll among the olive groves and lavender fields.
Infrastructure and transport
The hamlet can be reached via provincial road 46, which branches off from provincial road 45 shortly after the village of Torre Paponi and ends right in Boscomare. Recently, a new road has been built that connects the hamlet directly to the capital Pietrabruna without having to descend to the valley floor and then climb back up. In addition, the road leading to Lingueglietta in the municipality of Cipressa has been completely paved and partly built anew.
External links
We recommend visiting the official website of the municipality of Pietrabruna for further information on Boscomare. Additionally, you can contact the tourist office of Pietrabruna to receive information on accommodation, events, and activities in the area.
In summary, Boscomare is a magical and wonderful hamlet that offers a lot to discover and appreciate. We hope to have conveyed the necessary enthusiasm for you to visit it. See you soon, friends!
