Forte Puin, Genoa, Italy - SpottingHistory

This is one of the best-preserved forts of those that formed the 19th-century defence system of the city of Genoa.

Located in a spectacular setting overlooking the entire Parco delle Mura, the fort has been used for several years now by Genoa Town Council as an observation point to spot wildfires.Puin Fort also serves as a shelter and meeting/resting place for school groups and hikers.

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Stefano Casaccia (22 months ago)
Nice fort easily accessible. It is one of the best preserved thanks also to the care of an association that keeps it open on Sundays (possibility of making a small offering for the maintenance of the fort). Inside it has an electrical system but it could do with some tidying up, it would be nice if it were equipped as a refuge/restaurant/overnight stay. From it you can enjoy an excellent view of the valley and Genoa

carla vaccaro (3 years ago)
Grazie a coloro che si occupano del suo ripristino. Ha necessità di ulteriori ristrutturazioni

Andrea Carillo (4 years ago)
One of the small forts of Genoa! Wonderful location, run by a group of volunteers who try to make it useful to the citizens! They organize many events for all ages! Recommended!

rachel Y Dos (4 years ago)
For a starter like me who walked from the Baita to Righi's Park and going to Forte Puin was breathtaking but rewarding with such a wonderful panorama.. Now Im starting to love hiking

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