Explore the area
There is a lot of great hiking in the area. Download maps.me to get an overview of most (though not all!) tracks and trails in the area. In addition Komoot / Alltrails / WikiLoc are great sources to find nice hikes.
Gentle walks from the house or close by.
A short out-and-back walk to natural rock pools in the river — perfect for a swim. Mind the steep drops along the path, so take care with children.
A short mountain loop from Rifugio Allavena at Colle della Melosa, below Monte Toraggio and Monte Pietravecchia — with views over the dam and its lake, then back along a forest trail.
Half-day outings with a proper climb.
A pleasant circular walk from the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes near Pigna, through Passoscio and its sanctuary, and back around Colle Mirabello (690 m).
Down to the old stone bridge over the river, then up a shady paved mule path to Perinaldo — out and back. The local classic; the path begins at a small sign painted on a stone.
Full-day hikes for when you feel ambitious.
A rewarding loop from Pigna through forest up to the viewpoint of La Sella, with views over the valley and out to the sea.
A spectacular high-mountain loop from Colle della Melosa: along the Sentiero degli Alpini, carved into the rock on the French border, to the summits of Monte Toraggio (1,973 m) and Monte Pietravecchia (2,038 m) — the highest peaks in the area, with huge views from the Alps to the sea.