Rimini
Thanks to its numerous points of interest, historical attractions and beautiful beaches, Rimini is the ideal destination for a trip combining history, culture and relaxation.
With a coastline stretching approximately 120 kilometres from the mouth of the Po river to the border with the Veneto region and the bay of Gabicce in the Marche, Emilia-Romagna is one of Italy’s most beloved destinations for seaside holidays. The beaches of the region overlook the Adriatic Sea and are celebrated for their long stretches of golden sand, crystal-clear and calm waters, and well-equipped beach clubs offering comprehensive facilities. All these characteristics, combined with an extensive range of hotels, a vibrant nightlife and warm hospitality, make Emilia-Romagna the ideal destination for those seeking a holiday full of sea, relaxation and entertainment.
Emilia-Romagna boasts well-equipped and well-organised seaside resorts with high-quality facilities and services, accommodation for all needs and a vast selection of restaurants, bars and evening entertainment. In particular, the Riviera Romagnola has been renowned for years for its lively scene characterised by nightclubs and venues that frequently host famous DJs and allow you to dance into the early hours. Beyond evening entertainment and beach relaxation, there are also opportunities for sports activities such as beach volleyball, cycling, beach tennis and various water activities including windsurfing, canoeing, SUP and sailing. Furthermore, Emilia-Romagna is famous for its excellent cuisine and local gastronomic products, which have made it a well-known destination both in Italy and abroad.
Rimini Beach is undoubtedly one of the most famous and popular beaches in Emilia-Romagna thanks to its long tourism tradition, quality services and wide, varied offer. Stretching for over 15 km, the Rimini coastline is characterised by fine, golden sand and clean, tranquil waters with gently sloping seabeds. Rimini offers numerous equipped beach clubs with restaurants, bars, sports facilities and swimming pools, as well as some stretches of free beach.
The city is also one of the best organised in terms of nightlife, with numerous bars, nightclubs and beach clubs where you can dance with your feet in the sand. Moreover, the Rimini seafront is at the centre of a new regeneration project called Parco del Mare, which features more green areas, more sports facilities and more cycle paths and pedestrian routes.
The coastal area boasts ten seaside resorts located north or south of the harbour, where the main beach is located, known as Marina di Rimini, one of the most popular and well-organised. Specifically, to the north are San Giuliano Mare, Rivabella, Viserba, Viserbella and Torre Pedrera, whilst to the south are Bellariva, Marebello, Rivazzurra and Miramare.
Riccione is known for its glamorous atmosphere, buzzing nightlife and a coastline stretching around 6 km with numerous establishments offering every kind of service, from sunbed and umbrella hire to children’s entertainment. The sea has gently sloping seabeds, is calm and perfect for a relaxing swim or for young children.
Riccione also has several free beaches for those who enjoy spending time by the sea in peace and quiet, and “Pet Friendly” beaches for those who like to relax in the sun with their dog. There’s no shortage of sports activities such as beach volleyball, beach tennis or water sports like canoeing, SUP and kitesurfing.
Riccione also boasts numerous beach clubs that come alive especially from aperitif time onwards and organise evening parties and events featuring famous DJs. You’ll find some of the most historic nightclubs on the Riviera here, such as Cocoricò 223, Villa delle Rose or Peter Pan Club, which attract visitors from nearby towns as well.
The beach at Milano Marittima is one of the most renowned stretches of coast on the Riviera Romagnola, characterised by a long expanse of fine, golden sand extending for kilometres along the Adriatic coast. This resort, famous for its elegant charm and exclusive atmosphere, is much loved by those seeking a holiday of luxury and relaxation with high-level services and gourmet restaurants. Its spacious sandy stretches are surrounded by a lush pine forest that creates a truly evocative landscape and provides shade and coolness even on the hottest summer days.
The beach is perfectly organised with services designed for bathers’ comfort, including sun loungers, umbrellas, showers and changing rooms, as well as numerous restaurants and bars where you can enjoy aperitifs or lunch whilst admiring the sea. Milano Marittima hosts some of the most famous beach clubs on the Riviera, such as Papeete Beach, which during the day is an oasis of relaxation and at sunset becomes a hub for beach parties.
The resort also stands out for its focus on sports and fitness with many beach clubs offering the opportunity to practise various sports activities such as beach volleyball, beach tennis, fitness classes or yoga on the beach. For those passionate about water sports, there’s also the hire of pedalo boats and windsurfing, kitesurfing and canoeing schools.
Famous for its Canal Port designed by Leonardo da Vinci in the sixteenth century, Cesenatico boasts a coastline stretching around 7 km and comprising several beaches, but the most famous is certainly Levante Beach. The city’s port, in fact, divides the coastline between Ponente and Levante, with the former being a tranquil beach surrounded by greenery whilst the latter is considered the heart of the town and the centre of seaside life. Here, in fact, there are many equipped beach clubs and also the area known as “Giardini a mare” (Sea Gardens), a green park ideal for walks, runs or moments of relaxation surrounded by nature.
The waters of Cesenatico are clear, crystalline and have received the Blue Flag award several times, while the coastal strip is characterised by fine, golden sand and features a seafront promenade with numerous restaurants, bars and shops. There’s no shortage of entertainment activities for adults and children, as well as opportunities to practise beach sports and water activities such as canoeing, SUP, windsurfing and kitesurfing. Cesenatico has also been awarded the Green Flag for being a seaside resort particularly suitable for children.
A small village with a maritime atmosphere, Bellaria-Igea Marina has a coastline stretching around 7 km along the Adriatic coast and boasts an extensive expanse of fine, golden sand. It’s a family-friendly location, with clean, safe and well-equipped beaches whilst the sea waters are clear and have gently sloping seabeds, making bathing safe even for the youngest.
Bellaria-Igea Marina beach is equipped with beach clubs offering all services as well as children’s play areas, bowls pitches and entertainment activities for all ages. There’s no shortage of opportunities to practise beach sports (such as beach volleyball or beach football), water activities or hire pedalo boats.
Marina di Ravenna is one of the liveliest beaches in Emilia-Romagna, famous for its coastline of almost 9 km, summer events and nightlife. It’s the ideal place for those seeking a mix of relaxation and entertainment, thanks to the presence of numerous beach clubs organising evenings with music and a wide and varied hotel offer. The beach features golden, fine sand and is surrounded by a lush pine forest offering shade and coolness during hot summer days. This area is also very popular with sports enthusiasts and those who love outdoor activities, running or cycling thanks to the presence of the Adriatic Cycle Route which connects various coastal locations.
The area is particularly popular with young people but is also appreciated by families thanks to the presence of numerous high-quality beach clubs, entertainment activities and children’s play areas. There are also many areas dedicated to sports activities such as beach tennis and beach volleyball courts and the opportunity to take kitesurfing, paddle surfing, canoeing and especially sailing classes. Marina di Ravenna, in fact, thanks to its location and proximity to the Marinara tourist harbour is particularly appreciated by sailors.
Considered the gateway to the Riviera Romagnola for those arriving from the south, Cattolica is a splendid bay of golden sand that attracts many visitors thanks to its hospitality and services offered. Its location shelters it from disturbances and so this resort is characterised by a pleasant and cool microclimate with perfect summer days to enjoy your holiday in complete relaxation.
In recent years the numerous accommodation facilities present have undergone significant renovation and now offer a wide range of activities and comfort, making Cattolica the ideal destination for families with children and for those seeking an active and dynamic holiday. The coastline of almost 2 km boasts a well-equipped beach with all services whilst the sea waters are clear and have received the prestigious Blue Flag award.
The Pinarella beach, located a few kilometres south of the centre of Cervia, is one of the most appreciated gems on the Adriatic coast thanks to its splendid natural environment, excellent services and clear waters that have received the Blue Flag award multiple times. The beach is characterised by a unique landscape given by the presence of a evocative pine forest extending over 25 hectares that provides natural shade and a refuge from the summer heat.
Much appreciated by families with children, Pinarella beach is renowned for its well-equipped beach clubs, play areas, entertainment services and excellent hotels. Moreover, this stretch of beach has received both the Two Sails of Legambiente and the Green Flag awarded by Italian paediatricians to beaches most suitable for children.
Lido degli Estensi is a seaside resort in the municipality of Comacchio and is the most famous and most popular of the so-called “Sette Lidi Ferraresi” (Seven Ferrara Beaches), seven seaside resorts stretching around 25 kilometres along the Ferrara coast. Lido degli Estensi offers a wide beach of soft, golden sand, bathed by calm sea with gently sloping seabeds and has repeatedly received the prestigious Blue Flag award.
Along the coastline, free beach areas alternate with zones equipped with beach clubs boasting all comforts, as well as children’s play areas and entertainment services. Additionally, there are spaces dedicated to beach sports such as beach volleyball and beach tennis courts. As the sun sets, many of the beach clubs become lively venues where live music evenings and themed parties are organised, so much so that Lido degli Estensi is considered the most fashionable of the seven.
Lido delle Nazioni stands out for its extensive stretch of fine sandy beach, lapped by calm waters that have repeatedly earned the prestigious Blue Flag award for water quality and environmental sustainability. Along the shoreline, you’ll find well-equipped sandy beaches with numerous beach clubs, alongside stretches of free beach where you can sunbathe without restriction.
The promenade area is dotted with various restaurants serving authentic regional cuisine, as well as lively bars and venues that really come into their own from aperitivo time onwards. Lido delle Nazioni also boasts children’s play areas, entertainment activities and the chance to try your hand at sports such as beach volleyball and beach tennis. The resort is also renowned for the Lago delle Nazioni, an artificial lake that’s hugely popular with water sports enthusiasts keen on windsurfing, sailing, canoeing and kayaking.
In the following map you can see the location of the main places of interest mentioned in this article.
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