Beautiful place awful experience. We were literally kicked out from this sanctuary at we just set for a short break there after a long hike from S. Margherita Ligure.

Abbazia della Cervara was built in 1361 and is surrounded by formal gardens. Over the centuries, the abbey has hosted Benedictine monks, three popes and a saint (Catherine of Siena), and the French king, François I, who spent a less convivial time here as a prisoner after the 1525 Battle of Pavia. Tours take in the gardens, 15th-century chapterhouse, 16th-century cloister and the Saracen Tower.

Great place, but only open on a few days. Make sure to check website before visiting

Magic place on the walking way from Santa Margherita to Portofino. You don't regret visiting it.

Beautiful. The garden is gorgeous.

Fabulous place on Portofino mountain, nice terraces and superb sea views.

La Cervara is one of the most exquisite and beautiful abbeys in the world. The views from the abbey are breathtaking. We were fortunate enough to have our wedding at La Cervara. The staff were very professional and both the wedding and reception were seamless. Our guests thoroughly enjoyed the dinner. The seafood is utterly amazing. If you are looking to get married in the Portofino area, we highly recommend La Cervara.

The location managers invent costs that were not discussed in advance. The staff is unfriendly, the food is below average and the communication with the location is a nightmare. Hands off! This is a rip-off! Never experienced such a bad behavior of location managers.

Wow

One of the nicest places I have ever been, with high quality food and service. Pure Italian experience!

One word. Stunning.

Beautiful wedding venue!

Got married at La Cervara 15 years ago.. magical place