Funicolare Zecca-Righi: Ascend to Panoramic Views of Genoa
Ascend from Genoa's heart to panoramic Righi heights on this historic funicular, offering stunning views and access to trails and forts.
The Funicolare Zecca-Righi is a historic funicular railway in Genoa, Italy, linking the city center to the Righi heights. Opened in the late 19th century, it offers a scenic 12-minute ride through a changing landscape, from urban bustle to hilltop trails and fortresses. It's popular with commuters, tourists, hikers, and cyclists.
A brief summary to Funicolare Zecca-Righi - Capolinea Largo Zecca
- Via Carlo Targa, 7, Genoa, Metropolitan City of Genoa, 16124, IT
- Visit website
Local tips
- Purchase a standard urban transport ticket for the funicular, costing €2.00 for 110 minutes of use.
- Consider a day pass for €10.00 if you plan to use public transport extensively.
- Bring your bicycle! The funicular accommodates cyclists looking to explore the Righi trails.
- Check out the Nativity scene at the Sanctuary of Madonnetta, near the Madonnetta funicular stop.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Genova Piazza Principe train station, take Metro Line D towards Brin to the Dinegro station. From Dinegro, take bus 34 or 35 towards Zecca. From Zecca, the funicular station is a short walk up Via Carlo Targa. A single metro or bus ticket costs €2.00.
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Walking
From Piazza De Ferrari, walk north along Via XXV Aprile, then turn left onto Via Cairoli. Continue onto Piazza della Nunziata, then turn right onto Via Carlo Targa. The Funicolare Zecca-Righi station will be on your left. The walk is approximately 15 minutes.
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