Adriatic Coast: you re always welcome

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1 Adriatic Coast: you re always welcome Not one kind of tourism, but lots. Not one opportunity to have fun, but lots of opportunities to enjoy an unforgettable holiday. This is the Adriatic Coast of Emilia Romagna. The packages presented in this magazine represent the best that is on offer, developed along 110 kilometres of coastline. A mix of beach and art towns, environment and sport, nightlife and theme parks. Everything set in a reception context which is constantly in search of innovation and quality. The hotels, tourist villages, clubs, the courtesy and hospitality of our operators are the first business card of tourism in Emilia Romagna. Continuous investments guarantee their progressive qualification, with increasingly improved and integrated services and all-inclusive packages at highly competitive rates. Few other capitals of tourism are able to offer a mix to compare with that of the Adriatic Coast of Emilia Romagna: the family beach is a place to regain a perfectly calm balance, with accessorised reception structures and equally adequate beach facilities; the theme parks that attract children, parents and grandparents, from Easter to October; the environment, the Delta Park, the Casentinesi Forests and the High Valmarecchia, a landscape which has remained unspoilt despite the economic development of one of the richest areas in Europe; the sense of tradition which is also renewed in the food and wine culture linked with places and territories. Then there is Pink Night, the positive emblem of night-time entertainment, of the carefree holiday spirit that leads the way, in this case too, to a variety of nightspots from the clubs to dancing on the beaches all of the very highest level: Where the fun s at to quote the title of the website the portal of the Adriatic Coast of Emilia Romagna. A mention must also be made of the facilities on offer for pleasure sailors, which are unique in Italy, with just under six thousand moorings in modern wet docks; sport, from sailing to golf, from cycling to beach tennis and beach volley; even wellbeing, with the areas spa facilities. In short, not one kind of tourism, but lots: and this is where you ll find the most entertaining relaxation there is. Andrea Corsini President of Unione Prodotto Costa Antonio Carasso Programme Coordinator RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 3

2 IN THIS ISSUE OF RIVIERA MAGAZINE 8 Lidi di Comacchio The Park beaches The Ravenna beaches The trendy coast Cervia Milano Marittima Naturally elegant Cesenatico A seafaring town Gatteo a Mare Would you like to dance? Savignano Mare A 180 metre oasis San Mauro Mare Relaxation is an art on the family beach Bellaria Igea Marina Strolling along Isola dei Platani Rimini The Fellini capital Riccione Glamour day and night Misano Adriatico Full speed ahead Cattolica Holiday in style USEFUL INSERT 36 The beach Safe sea, fine sand 38 Po Delta Park Nature s wonders 40 The many Parks of the Adriatic Coast Dolphins and roller coasters 42 The hub of fun Endless night 44 Health and Wellness Pamper yourself at the spa 46 Active holiday Fill up on energy 48 Wine&Food Delights for the palate Milano Ferrara Bologna Forlì Cesena Venezia Ravenna Rimini Events, art and culture Not just sea Choice of holidays 2008 Operators and offers Firenze Roma

3 14th June 16th July RAVENNA FESTIVAL Ravenna 5th April 20th July 21st June 29th June Ermitage Italia presents GAROFALO e il CINQUECENTO FERRARESE FESTA ARTUSIANA Forlimpopoli, province of Forlì-Cesena Castello Estense, Ferrara Cristo porta Croce, 1530 San Pietroburgo, Museo Statale Ermitage Foto di E. Filippi - Archivio fotografico Provincia di Forlì-Cesena

4 Lidi di Comacchio The Park beaches Seaside holidaymaking tied to the environment, where each locality has its own charm: pristine, for families, fashionable. A holiday in the seven Lidos of Comacchio is special. Accommodation along this 23 km of coast mainly involves apartments (25 thousand) and camp sites. There are only 35 hotels. Many visitors are interested in the surrounding countryside and come to see the natural environment of the Po Delta Park, directly behind the wide beaches. From north to south, each Lido has its own specific identity. Lido di Volano is the wildest, Lido delle Nazioni offers a mix of Delta breed horses and spa facilities (seasonal, with water dating back 5 thousand years), the Lido degli Scacchi and Pomposa are ideal for families. Here we find Porto Garibaldi with its large fishing harbour and marina (mooring space for 300 boats) and its history, Lido degli Estensi is the lounge and Lido di Spina, the last and southernmost locality, is renowned for its pinewood and the Museum home of Remo Brindisi. 1 Not to be missed At the Lidos of Comacchio (Blue Flags for various consecutive years), the large equipped beaches stand side by side with stretches of pristine sand, while the various localities provide top-quality amenities with plenty to do for the kids and strong focus on entertainment and security. On Sundays, in July and August, the local life-saving service recruits trained dogs to lend a hand.during the week, each Lido holds a shopping market, with lots of side events and entertainment. Night-life abounds and during the late and early hours buses link the various discos and venues. Local cuisine is keyed to Delta traditions and for those who want to keep in shape after eating a plate of fish and drinking a glass of wine, there is a broad choice of sports equipment on the beaches. Alternatively, a bike ride is ideal for making contact with the natural environment. Tourist Information Offices Typical Comacchio Typical Comacchio specialities, where eels play a leading role, accompanied by the wines of Bosco Eliceo. Not to mention other delicious items such as clams, mussels, sea-bass, gilthead and mullet. The trails The trails that criss-cross the Po Delta Park amid dry land and water, and which can be covered on foot, by bike or on horseback, pass through areas of great scenic beauty creeks, saltpans and pinewoods. Museum Well worth a visit is the old-town centre of Comacchio the Roman Ship Museum, with artefacts dating back to the 1st century B.C., the 18th-century Ospedale degli Infermi, site of historical-archaeological exhibitions, and the elegant Palazzo Bellini, which houses the Civic Library and Historical Archive, not forgetting Manifattura dei Marinati, the factory where Comacchio marinated eel is still processed today. Entertainment In Comacchio, the nights are animated by historical regattas on the canals, street dancing and theatre, seafaring sounds and tales, fashion parades, popular festivals and firework displays. The monumental Trepponti bridge is the heart of these activities. Ferrara Castello Estense Ferrara Tel Fax [email protected] Comacchio Via Mazzini Comacchio (FE) Tel Fax [email protected] Previous page: Comacchio, the Trepponti bridge 1. Goro, harbour 2. Lidi ferraresi RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 9

5 The Ravenna beaches The trendy coast Evening beach access makes the difference. Nine beaches for lots of different ways of approaching a holiday along the Adriatic Coast. This is what the Ravenna coast, between Casalborsetti and Lido di Savio, has to offer. Casalborsetti, in the past a small fishing village, is now at the centre of major changes, starting with the new marina, able to accommodate 400 boats and plans to build a new golf course. 2 3 Just a few kilometres away is Marina Romea: wide beach, excellent hotels and close ties with the creeks and pinewoods of the nearby Po Delta park. Another small village is Porto Corsini, a departure point for horse rides through the hinterland. 1 Tourist Information Offices Ravenna Via Salara 8/ Ravenna Tel Fax [email protected] IAT Teodorico Via delle Industrie Ravenna Tel [email protected] IAT Classe Via Romea Sud, Ravenna Tel [email protected] For some years now, Marina di Ravenna has been one of the coast s trendiest localities, especially since the beach has been made accessible in the evening, with music, restaurants, films and the presentation of books. The town boasts the largest marina on the Adriatic coast, Marinara, with mooring space for 1100 boats. The main road, lined with pine trees, leads to Punta Marina, or Punta Marina Terme as it is now called. Here visitors will find a spa centre on the beach which exploits all the beneficial properties of the salty, bromine and iodine water. A broad range of accommodation (hotels and apartments) is available at Lido Adriano, a big favourite with families. Nudism and nature coexist at Lido di Dante, one of the Italian beaches open to nudists, just a few hundred metres from the mouth of the Bevano river, with its pristine natural environment of sand dunes. Finally, the last two Lidos, both very similar the one to the other: Lido di Classe and Lido di Savio which, besides the sea and pinewood, also offer holiday packages that include the nearby Mirabilandia amusement park Happy hours on the beach 2. Ravenna, the wonderful Byzantine mosaics of the Basilica of San Vitale 3. Marina di Ravenna 4. Marinara, the Marina di Ravenna harbour Not to be missed The mosaics The ancient mosaics, which make Ravenna the capital of mosaic art - eight of its monuments have been declared World Heritage sites by UNESCO. During the summer months, evening guaided visits to the Basilica of San Vitale, to the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, to the Domus of the Stone Carpets and to the San Nicolò complex. Ravenna Festival The prestigious Ravenna Festival, with its outstanding concerts, stage performances and operas. Bassona beach Taking a dip at Bassona, which Legambiente (Society for the Protection of the Environment) has included among the ten most beautiful beaches in Italy. Surrounded by the Lido di Dante nature reserve at the River Bevano delta, the beach - a part of which is set aside for nudists - lies next to a large pinewood and a series of sand dunes that stretch for over one kilometre. Excursions An underwater visit off Marina di Ravenna to the Paguro reserve, the wreck of a platform with its thriving marine vegetation that has become a natural habitat for fish and shellfish RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 11

6 Cervia Milano Marittima Naturally elegant Environment, gastronomy, fashion and superior hotels - different ways of being on holiday. Tradition and modernity, traces of the ancient salt civilisation and elegant and sophisticated site amenities, atmospheres of times gone by and a worldly air coexist side by side at Cervia Milano Marittima. Two different, but complementary hearts for a locality that has earned itself a place of honour among European holiday capitals. 1 On the one side is Milano Marittima (established in 1912 by a group of Milanese industrialists), with its fashion boutiques, crowded night clubs, modern hotels, well-attended roundabouts, gardens and greenery, a 27-hole golf club, the celebrities who attend the trendiest clubs, the beach parties and full optional bathing establishments and the luxuriant pinewood, the ideal place for jogging or relaxing walks. On the other side is Cervia, with its salt-pans, the saltpan workers village, the fishing nets on board the fishing boats in the Canal Harbour, Piazza Garibaldi with its beautiful paving stones, the spa, the plates of fish cooked in the traditional way in the many restaurants, the industrial architecture of the Salt Stores and the San Michele Tower and numerous events, from the World Kiting Festival to the Sand Castle Master Cervia, salt pans 2. Milano Marittima, concertino Tourist Information Offices Cervia Milano Marittima Viale Matteotti, 39/ Milano Marittima (RA) Tel Fax [email protected] All the holidaymaker has to do is choose and it only takes a short walk to move from one world to another from an aperitif at Milano Marittima to the history and culture of Cervia evoked by the quadrilateral of the Saltpan workers village (the old-town centre) and the Salt Museum housed in the Magazzeni (Stores) where the white gold was kept. Not to be missed House of Butterflies Green and blue are the characteristic colours of Cervia, a town where flower-filled gardens give off inebriating perfumes. More colour is provided by the butterflies at Casa delle Farfalle & Co (House of Butterflies) with 1200 square metres of exotic environment for beautiful Amazonian, African and Indo-Australian butterflies and characteristic habitat for the insects that show off all their particular features. Wellness The Spa Centres, the beach and the hotels offer wellness areas for both physical and psychological health, with massages, whirlpool baths and wellness treatment sessions, also with the possibility for customised treatment sessions. Excursions Excursions in the green areas of the saltpans and pinewoods enable direct contact with nature but also with music, thanks to the summer concerts. New The brand new CerviAvventura, the park where you can experience the thrill of flight amidst the pines RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 13

7 Cesenatico A seafaring town Bragozzi and battane, fish restaurants and shopping in the splendid setting of the canal harbour. Top-class fish restaurants inserted in a truly unique setting a harbour designed five centuries ago by Leonardo da Vinci. Cesenatico is a town that maintains a precise seafaring identity. Moored in the upper part of the canal harbour are the bragozzi, battane and trabaccoli ships of the Seafaring Museum together with a splendid dry section, while behind the wharfs stand the Conserve, enormous conicalshaped containers, once used as refrigerators to store the fresh fish, which was covered with pressed snow and ice. Cesenatico is also famous for its gourmet restaurants: every year over half a million people from all over Italy and Europe enjoy the culinary delights the town has to offer. Cesenatico is a European holiday capital. Besides the beach, it also organises numerous sporting events the Nove Colli long-distance cycle race, the Vele di Pasqua race for catamarans, staged at Easter, numerous beach volleyball courts located here and there among the golden sands of the bathing establishments, the marina, two large green parks to the north and south, a golf course and sailing schools. Cycling enthusiasts, and other too, will not fail to visit Spazio Pantani, a 300 sq.mt. exhibition area where photos, family heirlooms and audiovisual material belonging to the Champion of Cesenatico reconstruct the pirate s career. A town with an enviable lifestyle: over 40 km of tree-lined streets with splendid hotels, villas, shops and restaurants. Many celebrities live here: Alberto Zaccheroni, Azeglio Vicini, Dario Fo. On the left bank of the canal harbour is the home of famous 20th-century writer Marino Moretti. This is open to the public and contains manuscripts and documents of all kinds. One of Cesenatico s most charming events is staged in the winter, when the Seafaring Crèche is set up on the old boats moored in the harbour: on this occasion, the place of the ox and ass is taken by dolphins and the gifts presented to the Child Jesus are fish and piadina. 1 Not to be missed Tourist Information Offices Museum A visit to the Museo della Marineria, which witnesses the city s seafaring soul, with its outdoor exhibition of ancient armed boats with brightly coloured sails vele al terzo the only one of its kind in Italy. Fishing-oriented tourism Try the fascinating experience of fishing-oriented tourism accompanied by the sector s direct protagonists, the fishermen, who readily disclose their professional secrets and methods and then savour our traditional fish-based recipes at the gourmet events Azzurro come il pesce (As blue as a fish) in spring and Il pesce fa festa (Fish celebrations) in autumn. Spazio Pantani Relive the great sporting achievements of the cycling champion from Romagna, Marco Pantani, in the Spazio Pantani, riding your bike along the hinterland itineraries on which Marco used to train, perhaps in preparation for the Nove Colli, Europe s most popular bike race, with over 10,000 participants. Garibaldi Festival Take part on one of the summer events awaited by locals and tourists alike: the Garibaldi Festival, celebrated on the first weekend of August and evoking the historical episode of the hero s embarkation at the port of Cesenatico, with official ceremonies, the traditional Palio della Cuccagna and finally a magnificent firework display. Cesenatico Viale Roma Cesenatico (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Previous page: canal harbour and the characteristic sails 1. Gardens by the sea 2. The beach RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 15

8 Gatteo a Mare Would you like to dance? In the home-town of the Casadei family, a holiday for children and adults alike. Would you like to dance? This is the most frequently asked question at Gatteo Mare. Of course, you are free to accept or not, but remember that this small seaside resort (7,000 inhabitants) is considered the place where liscio dancing was born. Romagna Mia, at the top of the charts for being the most played, sung and danced melody in the world, saw the light here along with the famous Casadei dynasty. And if you don t know how to dance, never mind, you ll learn. Dance halls are not lacking for sure in this part of the land. Polka and mazurka are even danced at dawn: the most curious appointment is on the beach at Gatteo every morning from 6 to The town is distinguished by a cheerful atmosphere, but above all it is highly organised. You can be sure that people will do all they can to give you a great holiday. Within its one square kilometre of surface area, the town boasts 90 hotels, 30 bathing establishments, bike and pedal-boat rental, tennis, miniature golf, swimming-pools, water-skiing, one hundred shops and craft workshops. The most original? The artistically-made bread shops, real works of art that have even been made to order for pope John Paul II. Tourist Information Offices Gatteo a Mare Piazza della Libertà Gatteo a Mare (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Next page: the beach 1. The home of liscio dancing This peaceful haven is very popular with families with children. Besides the sea and beach however, Gatteo has a history stretching far back through the centuries. It was originally a Roman settlement (many archaeological artefacts have been discovered) and Julius Caesar s historical Rubicone river runs through it. Not to be missed: the turreted medieval Castle with a moat where, on 10 August, the feast of the patron saint St. Laurence is held, and the beautiful San Rocco Oratory. Not to be missed Julius Caesar Alea iacta est, the dice is cast, are the famous words pronounced by Julius Caesar on crossing the River Rubicone. Now the river can be crossed by the new cyclist/pedestrian bridge linking Gatteo a Mare to Savignano and San Mauro Mare, where a bronze bust of Julius Caesar can be admired. Summer events The town offers visitors a series of unique summer events: the Settimana della Micizia (Friendship with Cats Week) in July; the musical review Siola d Oro dedicated to the memory of the famous soprano Lina Pagliughi, whose birth centenary is celebrated this year; and, Gatteo in Musica with its extensive choice of summer concerts. The Music And where but in Secondo Casadei s native town can we listen to and enjoy the best ballroom dancing, which is typical of Romagna? 16 - RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 17

9 Savignano Mare A 180 metre oasis Sports play a lead role together with lots of entertainment for the kids. The shortest beach of the Adriatic Coast of Emilia Romagna is just 180 metres long. Welcome to Savignano Mare, a gem of fine sand that shines just a few hundred metres from the right bank of the mouth of the Rubicone river. A protected area full of charm that represents the singular short coastline of the Municipality of Savignano sul Rubicone. 2 1 Here, the big amenity for visitors is the award-winning 5-star campsite with lots of activities on offer (from golf to sailing) and where children can have the time of their lives in the swimming pools, on the slides, with inflatable games, entertainment, in a real paradise for kids. If you lift your gaze towards the sky, you can see 12 different types of seagulls. Behind the beach in fact is a protected area that extends over two hectares, chosen by the Lipu (Italian Association for the Protection of Birds) for its new Coastal oasis. This nature park stretches along 12 km of coast (including parts of Cesenatico, Gatteo and San Mauro) and is the perfect place for birdwatching or nature walks. The entrance to the park is from the former S.S. 16 main road with a car park and information desk A perfect oasis for smaller children as well 2. Scenic view of the beach 3. The beach Tourist Information Offices Savignano Mare URP (Ufficio Relazioni col Pubblico) del Comune di Savignano Piazza Borghesi Savignano sul Rubicone (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Talking about walks, do not miss that across the spectacular wooden bridge that stretches across the Rubicone river mouth. The walk starts in San Mauro Mare and ends in Gatteo. Walking over the bridge is like being suspended in the air while below, boats enter and leave the marina. The most photographed point of the bridge? Naturally that with the bronze bust of Julius Caesar with the legendary words alea iacta est, the dice is cast. Not to be missed Festival Only a few kilometres from the sea, Savignano sul Rubicone is the centre of permanent activity in the photography, image and visual communications field. One of the cult events held in September is SI FEST Savignano Immagini Festival, a festival of photography and videos, exhibitions, meetings, readings and projections which is a major appointment for critics, enthusiasts and artists from Italy and abroad. History The Roman bridge on the historical river Rubicone, a river that defined Ancient Rome s northern border. Museum The Ancient Pieve Romanica (Romanesque Parish Church) of San Giovanni in Compito, which dates back to the 11th century, with the adjacent small but significant Museo Archeologico del Compito, desplaying major Roman and medieval artefacts. The prestigious Accademia dei Filopatridi, founded in the 17th century, which houses a vast assortment of documents dating from the 12th century to the present day RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 19

10 San Mauro Mare Relaxation is an art on the family beach What is a family s holiday dream? It is perfect relaxation. This is the challenge faced by San Mauro Mare, a little town along the Romagna coastline, midway between Rimini and Cesenatico. It offers a clean sea with a shallow seabed, protected play areas on the beach and fully equipped green parks where visitors may rest during the warmest hours of the day, besides organized entertainment for both kids and adults on the beach and on pleasant summer evenings. This is the business card of a resort focused on tailormade holidays for children. 2 The family beach has in fact a calm sea caressed by the memories of generations that made it a privileged holiday target. It was the beach for holidays with grandparents, peaceful days with parents and today a place to be enjoyed with ones own children. 1 Tourist Information Offices San Mauro Mare Via della Repubblica San Mauro Mare (FC) Tel Fax Numero Verde [email protected] The ideal way to spend a day is clearly to enjoy the beach, the sea and on the beach initiatives. And yet, we suggest that visitors should find the time to discover the rest too. San Mauro is a place of culture: it is the land of Giovanni Pascoli; the house where the poet was born has been a national monument since 1924; it is the landscape mirrored in the eyes of the cavallina storna, protagonist of Pascoli s famous poem, which also relates about the Torre, the magnificent estate formerly owned by the earls of Torlonia. Summer evenings witness the courtyard charged with the suggestive atmosphere of the Giardino della Poesia (Garden of Poetry), of celebrations in the barnyard, of concerts and dramas. And if you long to discover spots hidden away in the hinterland, you can participate in free excursions with food and wine sampling organised by the Municipality Villa Torlonia, splendid setting of cultural events 2. Holidays for kids 3. The beach Not to be missed Excursions Weekly excursions in the hinterland with guided tours on Pascoli s Tracks organised by the tourist bureau with sampling of traditional produce. Fiera della conchiglia The many events number the Fiera della Conchiglia (Shell Fair), Fasèm la Pida, which focuses on typical produce and Comepergioco, the traditional Easter event dedicated to the world of shoes a San Mauro tradition and an absolute must. For children Besides Il Paese dei Balocchi (Toy World), dedicated to the world of children RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 21

11 Bellaria Igea Marina Strolling along Isola dei Platani Shopping and Concerti all alba (concerts at dawn) at Polo Est. Welcome to Bellaria Igea Marina, the Romagna Coast s best lounge. An ancient seafaring town, today it is a modern tourist resort, which has been awarded the Blue Flag. Bellaria Igea Marina is a child-friendly city developed on a human scale. It stands out for quality, hospitality and safety. 2 A short stroll will immerse you in the vegetation, colours and peaceful atmosphere of Isola dei Platani, the city s pulsating heart where tourists and residents alike meet either on a glamorous shopping spree or to sip an aperitif in one of the many bars, which enliven the area. 1 The historical centre s natural surroundings play the absolute and unquestioned protagonist with both trekking paths and cycle lanes, which run amidst century-old oak, pine and durmast oak trees that rise throughout the Uso river s nature park. Then we find a lake in Parco del Gelso (Mulberry Park) and the 2 km. stretch of white sandy beach along the southern border of Igea Marina the largest and one of the most beautiful free beaches along the entire Adriatic Coast Concert 2. Beach Volley 3. Merry-go-round 4. Old village 4 Tourist Information Offices Bellaria Igea Marina Via L. da Vinci Bellaria (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] A beach with a dual life and a dual soul: in the day an open air gym for all types of activities ranging from beach volley played on the entire sandy shore to yoga and fitness programmes organised in the Polo Est village area, sailing centres, a sailing school and beach golf, at night shows and music rule the scene till dawn in the new Beky Bay facility, which is a free meeting area. Not to be missed The events Concerts, shows, cabaret, music and theatre events, historical commemorations such as Lo sbarco dei Saraceni (The Landing of the Saracens) liven up summer evenings. The BellariaFilmFestival- Anteprimadoc and Junior Quality Filmmaking Preview, which numbers shows for children, is worth mentioning, besides the extensive choice of sports with national Beach Volley competitions involving matches on the beach from April onwards. Entertainment A new area for music and entertainment at night: Beky Bay. Igea Marina s current meeting spot is directly on the beach: stage, dance floor and catering stalls welcome both tourists and protagonists of the musical and showbiz scene. Casa Panzini The garden of writer Alfredo Panzini s house hosts evening meetings and interviews with famous writers and literary-world celebrities. Marinara Gathering of historical boats in the canal port followed by a parade in the open sea RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 23

12 Rimini The Fellini capital This is where holidaymaking was born; marina, exhibition centres and movida are Rimini s new look. Why choose Rimini for a holiday? Because lots of people, in a 1 to 10 rating would still give the city top marks. From zero to ten is also the title of Ligabue s film, which is set in the holidaymaking capital and is only one of the many films shot in the city of Fellini. Yes, because besides the wide beaches, the night clubs, the historical buildings, its prestigious Exhibition Centre and its University, Rimini is also known for being the city of one of the world s most famous film directors who, with his film Amarcord conveyed onto the screen what is one of Rimini s best known buildings, the Grand Hotel, opened in 1908 and a meeting place for the cream of international tourism. If you would like to know more, we can tell you that in the Fellini Park area, in 1843, the first bathing establishment saw the light. If you enjoy sailing and need to moor your boat, on the left side of the harbour a new marina was opened in 2002 able to accommodate 680 boats. If on the other hand you are an environmentalist, you might like to know that in 2005 Rimini was awarded a Blue Flag for the fourth consecutive year. 1 A city with roots that go back to ancient Rome, today Rimini offers holidaymakers wide beaches for an active holiday and can also count on the seaside areas of Torre Pedrera, Viserbella, Viserba, Rivabella, San Giuliano Mare, Bellariva, Marebello, Rivazzurra and Miramare. Rimini city centre also boasts lots of unique cultural monuments: the Malatesta temple, the Arch of Augustus, the bridge of Tiberius and the Sismondo Castle. Not to be missed Tourist Information Offices History A walk through the past on the tracks left by twenty centuries of history, from the Tiberius s bridge to the Sismondo Castle, from Piazza Cavour to the Church of San Giovanni Evangelista, from the Arch of Augustus to the Malatesta Temple, and the Civic Museum which recounts Rimini through over one thousand five hundred exhibits. Entertainment The movida in the old town: in the squares and streets behind the Old Fish-Market, every evening thousands of young people convene for an aperitif, a snack, a concert, to read and meet. The Events Cento giorni in festa (One Hundred Festive Days), over 500 summer events liven up the promenade and peak on 5 July with La Notte Rosa, the summer party to rival New Year s Eve. The real New Year celebrations are another excellent opportunity to discover the magic of Rimini in winter and to party throughout the Christmas period, which culminates with Italy s most famous party on Rimini s main square with live music and entertainment. The Events The great Rimini events: from the Rimini Wellness to the Meeting for friendship among peoples, from the Paganello frisbee championship to Children s July, not forgetting the symphony concerts of the Sagra Musicale Malatestiana, the new sounds of Percuotere la mente and the magic of Cinema sotto le stelle and A marena. Rimini Marina Centro Piazzale F. Fellini 3 - Tel Fax [email protected] Rimini FS Piazzale C. Battisti 1 - Tel Tel./Fax [email protected] Previous page: Tiberio bridge 1. Grand Hotel Rimini, since Rimini, movida between the beach and the clubs RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 25

13 Riccione Glamour day and night From trendy bars to bike hotels. Riccione, Green Pearl of the Adriatic, is one of Italy s tourist capitals. Towards the end of the last century, the public authorities and private businessmen began designing and building the seaside town we know today, with its tree-lined avenues, villas with gardens, parks and, naturally, hotels. Today Riccione is famous for its trendy bars but also for the wide variety of facilities on offer. It is the ideal holiday destination for families, but also the perfect reference for sports enthusiasts, especially cycling fans, offering some of the best-equipped bike hotels on the Adriatic Coast. Relaxation and wellness characterise the beaches and spa centres, located on the seafront and therefore just perfect for those who wish to combine the benefits of a beach holiday with spa treatments. 1 There is also a lot on offer for nature lovers, thanks to the presence of numerous ecological hotels. Walking along the high class Viale Ceccarini, you can enjoy shopping in its numerous boutiques or enter the welcoming bars and restaurants that make Riccione one of the cult resorts of holidays made in Italy. Tourist Information Offices Riccione Piazzale Ceccarini Riccione (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Next page: Oltremare amusement park 1. Viale Ceccarini, fashion, tree-lined and always busy This is the birthplace of brand new fashion trends that then spread throughout Italy, with fashion and jewellery shows attended by personalities from the world of entertainment. You re sure to have fun in Riccione, thanks to the various activities offered by the town s theme parks, from the highly innovative Oltremare joined by the technological Imax to the tried and tested Aquafan, from Indiana Golf to Beach Village. Not to be missed The Amusement Parks The latest, fantastic new theme parks: Oltremare with its dolphins, seahorses, nature trails and the rediscovery of our planet s roots; Imax, Europe s largest and most allencompassing film screen; and Aquafan, the number one water park. The Events Special meetings for Italian collectors, with the most important international events in the sector: the International Stamp Fair, the National Numismatic Show and the first event dedicated to electronic cash, the Europa Card Show. Gastronomy Fish restaurants, some of the most famous on the Adriatic coast, where the taste and flavours of Romagna s cuisine, made of fresh, genuine ingredients, combine with the creativity of the most refined chefs. Not forgetting the dishes characteristic of the hills and the inland areas, the wines of the Malatesta hills and the genuine products made inland. The night Breakfast at dawn with hot custard-filled doughnuts, after a night out on the town, along the seafront and in the surrounding hills, in Italy s most famous discos, clubs and bars! 26 - RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 27

14 Misano Adriatico Full speed ahead For car and bike speed freaks at Misano World Circuit. Surrounded by green hills, Misano Adriatico stretches along three kilometres of coastline between the River Conca and Rio Albarello and, in addition to the numerous beaches, reception facilities and a famous tourist harbour, offers tourists the extensive green areas inland and a nature oasis on the River Conca. 2 1 The beach at Misano could be described as the motor beach, as one of its greatest treasures include Misano World Circuit, a splendid racing circuit built in 1972, where international motorbike and car races take place every year: from September 2007 it will once again host the international motorbike championship too, the famous kermesse, whose protagonists are Valentino Rossi & Co. The main feature of this circuit is that not only the great champions race here, it s open to enthusiasts too; quite simply, the circuit is open to everyone. Numerous foreign tourists come to Misano every year to test this track. Misano World Circuit is also home to the safe driving school directed by Siegfried Stohr, former F1 driver who raced in the 1980 s. Go-kart enthusiasts must not miss Riviera Verde Misano, a circuit made famous by the first biking escapades of Valentino Rossi Marina di Portoverde 2. The characteristic marina of Misano Adriatico 3. Misano World Circuit Tourist Information Offices Misano Adriatico Via dei Platani Misano Adriatico (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] With the Marina of Portoverde, Misano also makes its mark in nautical tourism: a tower dominates the tourist harbour, which can hold up to 350 boats and is one of the best equipped on the whole Adriatic coast. Portoverde is also the departure point for boats taking tourists on interesting trips out onto the high sea and along the coast. Not to be missed Bay of Portoverde Moor your boat or simply dream, admiring the magnificent crafts in the bay of Portoverde, the tourist harbour with top quality facilities Misano World Circuit A day at the Misano World Circuit to watch one of the many international events, or take part in a safe driving course RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 29

15 Cattolica Holiday in style Fountains, entertainment in the outdoor arena and diving with the sharks at the aquarium. It is known as the Queen of the Adriatic and has been awarded the Blue Flag a total of eight times. This is Cattolica s visiting card, a town capable of offering its guests peace, quiet and environmental beauty in the outermost district of Romagna, which borders the hills of the Marches region. Renowned since the 18th century, when the first bathers began to make their appearance, Cattolica has undergone redevelopment which has renewed and redesigned the town. Beaches, pedestrian areas, theatre, outdoor arena, musical entertainment, fountains and lights all add life to your holiday. Traces of the old seafaring tradition and the town s roots are displayed in the Museo della Regina (the Queen s Museum). The beach is wide, the sand fine and the seabed slopes gently out towards the open sea, protected by wave breaking rocks. These elements make Cattolica the ideal place for a family holiday with children. The beach has been designed for walking along the coast right by the sea, with wooden walkways which are well lit during the evening to enhance the relaxation of visitors to the town. 1 The beach facilities include space for play, sporting activities and relaxation. There s also space for water sports enthusiasts. The Sailing Club organises sailing and windsurf courses. The many attractions on offer include the Park Le Navi located in the former summer resort opened in 1934, with futuristic architectural elements similar to ships. The structure houses a huge aquarium, with fish and sharks from all over the world. There are also many surprises with shows and particular scenic effects. Not to be missed Tourist Information Offices Arena della Regina The Events The Events Acquario-Parco le Navi Top quality entertainment in the form of appointments with dance, drama, concerts, opera and comedy held in the Arena della Regina and the Salone Snaporaz, as well as a trip to the Museo della Regina, which is home to unique exhibits in the two sections of Archaeology and Marine items. Cattolica in fiore (Cattolica in bloom), the Flower Show held every spring that features Italy s best flower nurseries and transforms the town centre into a sea of colours and fragrances. La Notte Magica delle Vongole (The Magical Night of Clams): a thousand ways to savour clams, is held in the Harbour on the last Sunday of July. The fishing fleet offers clams and wine till evening, when the port turns into a theatre filled with music and the colours of 40 clam-fishing boats, which simultaneously lift the sea to create the longest fountain in the world. The numerous markets that light up an evening stroll, antiques, collector s items, art and charity markets. The craft boutiques where traditional crafts are handed down from generation to generation. Visit Acquario Parco Le Navi. A fascinating journey in the world of the abysses and a unique opportunity in Europe: swim in a tank with 14 sharks! Cattolica Piazzale Roosevelt Cattolica (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Previous page: the fontains of Cattolica 1. The Town Hall square 2. Acquario - Parco Le Navi RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 31

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17 The touristic website of Adriatic Coast of Emilia Romagna with all the localities, events and holiday offers and where to book. 31st July 3rd August Riviera Beach Games

18 The beach Safe sea, fine sand Sport and happy hours in the shade of the Blue Flags. La Daphne The water of Emilia-Romagna is probably the closest monitored, inspected and controlled in the world. Every week, all year round, the laboratory boat of the Daphne, i.e.: the oceanography structure of Emilia Romagna (now transferred to the Regional ARPA) runs tests to analyse practically everything: how much phosphor, how much nitrogen, how much dissolved oxygen, how much chlorophyll, how much and what kind of zooplankton, what kind of fauna is present in the water at that moment, from Lido di Volano to Cattolica. The aim? To know, in real time, the state of the sea s health. The bulletin of the results is available to anyone on the Internet. The address is The task force of biologists who look after the Emilia-Romagna sea is based in Viale Vespucci 2, not far from the pretty port of Cesenatico designed by Leonardo da Vinci. It is from here that, every week, at seven o clock in the morning, the engines of the laboratory boat of Daphne 2 start up. The measurements have become more and more sophisticated, explains biologist and researcher Attilio Rinaldi, the operational manager. Today we use marine cameras linked up to satellites to inspect the seabed. Perfect for children and reassuring for mums. But above all creative for everyone. The Emilia Romagna sea, the blue outline to 110 kilometres of coast, can be enjoyed to the full 24 hours a day. The sea is the ideal habitat for dancing, sports activities (sailing, surfing, wind surfing, kite surfing and water skiing), walking, talking, trips out on a pedalò, playing beach volley and beach tennis, activities with the children, snorkelling and now even relaxing, with offshore meditation and yoga on yachts. Obviously you can swim too, if you like! The perfect lounge, and not just because the bed of this fortunate area of the Adriatic is very shallow for metres and metres out from the beach, offering the chance to enjoy so many activities, but, above all, because this mirror of water in front of the Emilia Romagna coast is one of the cleanest in Europe. An increasing number of blue flags flutter over the various towns and strict tests run by the German Automobile Club have concluded that Emilia Romagna has the healthiest sea in the whole Mediterranean area: out of 91 sampling areas, 87 were awarded top marks. So the water is safe. This could also be due to the fact that there are over 800 lifeguards one every 150 metres watching over the safety of bathers. It should also be noted that there are 45 first aid cen- tres open just a stone s throw from the beaches. And in the evening? You can set sail, heading away from the shore to dance to the strains of a live orchestra. Alternatively you can climb aboard one of numerous fishing boats to enjoy the latest craze on the Riviera: holiday fishing. Family Hotels, and exclusive club Book your holiday with Family Hotels and Camping Villages, the exclusive club dedicated to families with children. You ll find the list in the tourist operator pages marked by the Papo logo RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 37

19 Po Delta Park Nature s wonders Amidst land and sea, piles of salt, eels and flamingos. Paguro the off-shore rig A few miles off the coast, east of Marina di Ravenna (12 to be exact) nature has taken a tragic event and turned it into a tiny piece of marine paradise. the Paguro, an off-shore rig which exploded in 1965 and which, thirty years later, has developed into a biologically protected area. After contacting the Paguro Association ( ) you can dive down below to discover fauna and flora which cannot be found anywhere else in the Adriatic. The wreck - the highest part of which sits 12/15 metres below sea level - offers a home to croakers, sea bream, lobsters, sea bass and saddled bream. It s early morning. I wait for the mist to lift and admire the view: ducks, herons, teals and coots. Surrounded by water and silence. These aren t the words of Lord Byron and not even those of an advertising company with the latest product to promote. They re simply an expression of the feelings aroused by the natural environment that runs along the coast from Ferrara to Cattolica. A territory capable of allowing the coexistence of a huge range of seaside facilities with an unspoilt natural heritage. We suggest you take a trip to discover it: marshlands, pinewoods, natural dunes, saltpans, hills, parish churches, gullies, flora and fauna. A route which comprises the Po Delta Park, with Bosco della Mesola, the Sacca di Goro immediately inland, the Comacchio lagoons and marshlands (remember Giuseppe Garibaldi with Anita dying in his arms as he flees into the mist ), Ravenna s tidal lagoons, the mouth of the Apennine rivers such as the Reno, the Lamone, the Bevano, the Fiumi Uniti and then the Saltpans of Cervia. A real mixture of nature and gastronomy. This isn t just a list of the environmental beauties to be observed, but also an unspoilt excerpt of Italian history, which tourists would be wise not to miss ( Further south and further into the inland areas of Rimini, the Marecchia Valley and the Oriented Nature Reserve of Onferno offer a glimpse of rural antiquity. The caves, gullies, stone dwellings, bats and an extraordinary range of fauna lead to the Naturalistic Museum at the visitors centre ( romagna.it/parchi/onferno). Well inland, miles from the coast, the Apennines show us a new dimension of nature: that of deer and wild boar, parish churches and fortresses. And those who hanker after greenness and tranquillity can head for the hills above Forlì, Cesena or Faenza and gaze out over the vineyards or wheat fields, where a pheasant in flight can always be seen ( RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE

20 THE AMUSEMENT PARKS The many parks of the Adriatic Coast Dolphins and roller coasters 24 amusement parks in 60 km. RAVENNA Acqualand Water Park Riolo Terme (RA) Tel Acquaparco Auai Auai Water Park Lido Adriano (RA) Tel Belafonte Minigolf Miniature Golf Pinarella di Cervia (RA) Tel Casa delle Farfalle (Butterfly House) Environmental Education Centre Milano Marittima (RA) Tel casadellefarfalle Parco della Salina Theme Park Cervia (RA) Tel Mirabilandia Theme Amusement Park Ravenna Tel FORLÌ-CESENA Atlantica Water Park Cesenatico (FC) Tel RIMINI Acquamania Ecological Water Park Morciano di R. (RN) Tel Acquario di Cattolica Le Navi Marine Theme Park Cattolica (RN) Tel Aquabell Water Park Bellaria (RN) Tel Aquafan Water Park Riccione (RN) Tel Beach Planet Water Park Riccione (RN) Tel Delfinario di Rimini Theme Park Rimini Tel Eden Park Theme Park Torre Pedrera (RN) Tel Fiabilandia Theme Park Rivazzurra di Rimini (RN) Tel IMAX 2 and 3D cinemas Riccione (RN) Tel Indiana Golf Miniature Golf Riccione (RN) Tel it Italia in Miniatura Theme Park Viserba di Rimini (RN) Tel com Museo dell Aviazione Aviation Theme Park Rimini Tel Oltremare Theme Park Riccione (RN) Tel Palestina in miniatura Theme Park Coriano (RN) Tel Rimini Rimini Rimini Theme Park Rimini Tel Skypark Adventure Park Perticara di Novafeltria (PU) Tel Wander like a modern-day Gulliver among the monuments of Italy in miniature, defy the force of gravity on a breathtaking roller coaster, stroke the back of a dolphin and experience a close encounter with a shark, or even sit behind the wheel of a car and learn to drive like the grown-ups. Lots of different emotions and lots of wonderful memories await your children in the theme parks of the Adriatic Coast. This is a fantastic opportunity to give your children a holiday dedicated to pure enjoyment, giving you the chance to turn back the hands of time and become a big kid for a few days. The area between Ravenna and Riccione houses the highest concentration of amusements and water parks in Italy. The fun journey starts in Ravenna, with Mirabilandia and its record-breaking roller coasters, numerous live shows and the splendid tropical beach, and ends in Riccione with the trio of aces, Aquafan, Oltremare and IMAX: a water park covering 100 thousand square metres, a marine park where you can learn the thousand secrets of nature, while you have fun, and see the biggest cinema screen in Europe. There are countless parks to visit in the middle, from the magic of New Fiabilandia in Rimini to the underwater world of Le Navi Park in Cattolica, visiting the 272 most famous Italian and European monuments reproduced to scale and presented by Italia in miniatura and the Casa dele Farfalle (Butterfly House) at Milano Marittima. Everything is geared towards savings money, with numerous offers that include visits to the Parks and Hotel promoted in conjunction with the accommodation facilities of the Adriatic Coast. The records of Romagna s theme parks Every year the amusement parks of the Adriatic Coast of Emilia Romagna open their gates to 4.5 million visitors, who are amazed by the many attractions offered, from the Katun at Mirabilandia (Europe s longest and fastest roller coaster, measuring 1.3 km long, 50 metres high and travelling at a speed which varies from 110 to 140 km an hour, with 4g acceleration), to the 3 km of breathtaking slides at Aquafan, from the mega screen measuring 600 square metres of IMAX to the 14 sharks who live in the tank of Le Navi park, from the flight simulations held in the cockpit of the Antonov 2 and the AB 47G helicopter at the Aviation Museum in Rimini to the biggest dolphin lagoon in Europe (3,000 square metres) at Oltremare. 1. Parco Mirabilandia 2. Casa delle Farfalle 3. Aquafan 4. Oltremare 5. Italia in Miniatura 6. Fiabilandia 7. Parco Le Navi 40 - RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 41

21 The hub of fun Endless night The figures of fun From the aperitif on the beach to a night in a club, Romagna coast has everything you need to satisfy the need for fun: dancers are catered for by 145 clubs, dance halls and disco bars, while food is served by 2,250 pizzerias, restaurants and trattorias, not to mention the 3,700 bars, cafés, beer houses, pubs and wine bars, 200 amusement arcades and 135 cinemas and theatres. Go out for a drink before dinner and come back in the early hours of the morning, after an unforgettable night spent clubbing, partying on the beach and dancing in disco-bars. A screenplay acted out every night on the Emilia Romagna Adriatic Coast, the stage of the latest trends in night time fun, from the happy hour on the beach to street bars, from finger food to seafront restaurants. There s nothing better than a few evenings spent between Marina di Ravenna and Cattolica to upgrade your social life and boast to friends and acquaintances back home of your escapades as part of the nocturnal population of authentic viveurs. Where should you start if you want to pick up on the latest trends? Obviously with the ritual of the aperitif, which has become de rigueur a must on the Romagna coast in recent years and which, from sunset to well into the evening, is observed by beach cafés, street bars, wine bars and even kiosks and small grocery stores. For those who linger over a mojito, one of the most fashionable aperitifs, there are those who set off on the discovery of wine-gastronomy, from the speedy piadinas, served in a huge range of varieties by 2,000 kiosks, to the fish dishes of the sea-view restaurants, not forgetting the little restaurants in the hills, ethnic restaurants and pizzerias. Time races towards the night, the magic moment when the Adriatic coast reveals all its charm, with music filling the air wherever you happen to be. The beach bars (especially at Marina di Ravenna and Riccione) cast off their daywear and are transformed into seashore clubs while the slow migration towards the dance temples, the dance halls where liscio ballroom dancing reigns and the discos where the DJs play the latest offerings in terms of house, techno and dance music begins. In the photos: Different ways of spending the night: during a happy hour, in a dance hall, at a disco dinner, in a street bar and also... on a Blue Line Bus! 42 - RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 43

22 Health and Wellness Pamper yourself at the spa Five Thermal Baths on the Sea-Shore. Between sea and pinewood: swimming pool, mud and steam caves Riccione Terme and the spa & well-being centre Centro Benessere Oasi ( ) are a short distance from the beach, surrounded by 40,000 square metres of greenery: the first is specific for the thermal treatment of pathologies such as rhinogenous deafness, breathing difficulties and bone and joint problems; the second is an authentic oasis of pleasure which also includes the Wellness Beach and a specific range of thermal cosmetics. At Riminiterme ( ) you can swim in the spa water as you gaze out to sea, thanks to the seawater pool with enormous windows that overlook the beach, perfect for regenerating or toning up with the salty whirlpool massage. At the Terme di Cervia ( ), salty waters rich in bromine and iodine play a fundamental role. Together with a full range of traditional treatments such as bathing and mud therapies, the application of thermal mud outdoors combines the effectiveness of the thermal properties with that of heliotherapy. The Terme di Punta Marina ( ), situated between the sea and Pinewood at Ravenna, propose not only innovative treatments for skin renewal but also take advantage of the thermal water with a high magnesium content. The Thermae Oasis at Lido delle Nazioni ( ) meet every health-related need with the fully equipped Care Centre, catering for wellness with the Giardini del Benessere: soak in the thermal baths, stretch out in a steam cave or recharge your batteries with a hot stone massage. 3 Water, sun and sea are not the only ingredients of a holiday, but also the most faithful allies for psychophysical well-being: and that s exactly what s on offer at the spas along Emilia Romagna s coastline. The region has twenty spa towns, five of which on the Adriatic coast, in Rimini, Riccione, Cervia, Punta Marina and Lido delle Nazioni. In addition to the traditional spa treatments, they offer the latest in cosmetic medicine and well-being, with short or week-long programmes, investing in quality of service and reception facilities, the professional skills of the operators and constant renewal to meet every need. Choose between a weekend devoted exclusively to relaxation or a short holiday dedicated to getting back into shape, with therapeutic or beauty treatments and a natural diet. The region s spas have added value too: they are the only ones with Emilia Romagna all around, a land which, besides having a considerably beautiful landscape and immense cultural and wine-gastronomy riches, makes hospitality one of its leading characteristics. Entrusted into expert hands, the coastline spas offer thermal pools, massages with essential oils, underwater massages, watercourses, treatments with mother waters and mud, thalassotherapy, thermal hammams and saunas, proposals for relaxation and regeneration for detoxing and flushing out toxins. For more information see Care, treatments, saunas, caves and hammams amidst oils, essences, mud and lots of professionalism RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 45

23 Active holiday Fill up on energy Cycling, sailing, golf, beach sports and fitness. The Adriatic Coast never stands still. Have fun while you fill up on energy: that s what the Adriatic Coast of Emilia Romagna gives you, the chance to do if you want, to spend an active holiday at the seaside or inland. Along the 110 Km of coast that stretch from Lidi di Comacchio to Cattolica, alongside traditional beach sports, the 1,430 beach establishments, which become outdoor gyms, offer lots of original opportunities for physical activity: from free climbing to kite surfing, from golf to capoeira, the Brazilian combat-dancing technique. For those who prefer to move while they relax, the coast also offers aerobics and yoga lessons. There are 13 tourist harbours with 5200 moorings and from April to September, yacht clubs offer lessons on how to manage a boat, catamaran or surfboard. For those who prefer bikes to waves, the coast is as varied as ever and offers interesting itineraries for cycling enthusiasts with made to measure services in many hotels. National and international events also take place on the coast. Misano Adriatico is home to races for the Moto GP, World Superbike and Motorbike Championships and Cesenatico hosts the Nove Colli cycling event which attracts thousands of participants from all over Europe. Rimini hosts the Rimini Wellness, the Paganello World Frisbee Championship and BluRimini, the great sailing event. Cesenatico is the protagonist of Vele di Pasqua, while Bellaria Igea Marina hosts Sabbia&Golf, a golf tournament on the sand with an 18-hole course. Cervia offers golfers a 27-hole course and also hosts the Vip Master, a tennis tournament with sporting and entertainment personalities. In short, you ll be spoilt for choice RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 47

24 Wine&Food Delights for the palate It would be a real shame to start your diet right now, in Romagna. If you think the food s good in Emilia Romagna, wait till you taste the wine The famous Romagna hills, wonderful balconies over the sea, produce various kind of DOC wines and even a DOCG: the famous Albana di Romagna. During your holiday you will have the chance to taste Colli di Rimini, Vini di Romagna, Colli di Faenza and Bosco Eliceo. Among the red wines, the most popular ones include Sangiovese, with its delicate fragrance reminiscent of pansies, Cagnina with its sweet flavour, lively Fortana with its dry or semi-sweet flavour, and Merlot with its slightly herbaceous scent and dry, harmonious aroma. Among the most famous white wines, in addition to the fruity Albana di Romagna, semi-sweet or dry, the table is graced by Trebbiano, perfect with light flavoured fish or meat dishes, Pagadebit with its characteristic fragrance of hawthorn, dry, semi-sweet, or even sparkling is wonderful when served for example with a piadina with salami. Among the DOC wines of Colli di Rimini there is also Biancame, dry, fresh and well balanced, served with shellfish and fish entrées, and Rebola (dry, semisweet and passito) with a fruity aroma: serve it with flavoured or blue cheeses (in the passito version), with fruit tarts and cakes (semi-sweet) and with Adriatic mackerel in the dry version. Amidst piadina kiosks, open day and night, characterised by the most irresistible fragrance (hands up those who can refuse a steaming piadina!), typical cheeses you simply can t find anywhere else, such as squacquerone, raviggiolo or formaggio di fossa, the freshest fish, caught every day, hand-rolled pasta and excellent wines, pausing to eat is one of the most sublime moments during a holiday on the coast. But the best thing (which you won t fail to notice) is that for the locals, sitting around a table is a way of spending time together. If possible, for having a party too: all they need is an accordion and they all get up and start waltzing around. The leading feature of any meal has to be fish, the pesce azzurro (mackerel, anchoives) caught off the 110 km of coast and baby squid, cuttlefish, sole, prawns, crayfish, monkfish, sardines and clams. Cooked in a variety of ways: from the typical barbecued fish rustida, to the steaming seafood stew brodetto or golden mixed fry. In the north, at the Lidi di Comacchio the traditional marinated eel is protected and promoted by Slow Food. Equally particular is the acquadella (silver fish), a small fish prepared at the end of the year and conserved in glass jars. At the lidos of Ravenna you simply must try sea bass cooked covered with the sweet salt of Cervia or naked men, tiny little fish coated in flour and fried. And naturally everything is served with a drizzle of the finest extra virgin olive oil. Such as the DOP oil of Brisighella or the DOP of Colline di Romagna. While we re on the subject of fish, in Cesenatico the fishing tradition is highlighted by the old conserve, a sort of well which was filled with ice to store the day s catch, which can still be seen in one of the prettiest squares. The prestigious products which have been awarded the European quality mark, in addition to the aforementioned Extra virgin olive oil of Brisighella Dop and Colline di Romagna Dop, include the Peach and Nectarine of Romagna Igp (taste these peaches and you ll be amazed at the difference!), the Scallion of Romagna Igp, the Pear of Emilia Romagna Igp, the typical bread of Ferrara and Lidi di Comacchio, i.e.: Coppia Ferrarese Igp, and also the Rimini piadina and the Romagna piadina, which are currently awaiting the quality mark. A curiosity related to Romagna cuisine regards Savor, a sort of thick, dark chutney served with sweets dishes, roasts and boiled meats. It is similar to another sauce, Saba, made of grape must and served with flavoured cheeses, vegetables, beans and fried sweets RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 49

25 Events, art and culture Not just sea Sigismondo Pandolfo Malatesta Effigy of Sigismondo Pandolfo Malatesta, the symbol figure of great Malatesta family, who guided the House to its maximum splendour. A land rich in history, but also entertainment My dad would love to go and see the Miss Wet T- shirt competition, but he d never tell you. Bearing in mind that he sweats in the gym all year round, he d also like to take part in the Nove colli cycling race which starts from Cesenatico. My mum would like to see the Sposalizio del mare which has been celebrated in Cervia for nearly 600 years and perhaps even the mosaics at San Vitale, because she knows her son is quite likely to see them in art books at school. And what about the kids? Huge beaches, lots to do at San Mauro Mare in the gazebos set up on the beach and lots of sport, or a weekend in Rimini when it is transformed into the Frisbee capital with the Paganello World Championship. This is the entertainment offered by the Adriatic Coast: there s everything and a little bit more for everyone. It s incredible how Romagna s businessmen manage to combine the history of the Castello Estense and the Palazzo dei Diamanti in Ferrara with the Fashion shows of Trepponti di Comacchio and the Buskers Festival in Ferrara. Not forgetting the splendour of Sant Apollinare in Classe, a dinner on the beach at Marina di Ravenna, the gardens of Cervia s Maggio in Fiore, the most fashionable places in Milano Marittima, the feasts of Festa Artusiana at Forlimpopoli, the Settimana della Micizia of Gatteo Mare, Augustus Arch and the Tiberius Bridge of Rimini, and the Palio del Daino of Mondaino. All this happens while Ravenna Festival enhances the value of the art town transforming in into the capital of music, Rimini debates at the Meeting for Friendship Between Peoples and keeps fit at the Fitness Festival, and Ferrara organises races between the riders of the Palio di San Giorgio and a challenge between hot air balloonists. History is life. The Abbey of San Mercuriale in Forlì and the Rocca Malatestiana of Cesena are there to bear witness to the fact that centuries pass but history survives. And Mosaic by Night, the evening opening of the monuments that Ravenna promotes, is the most fitting publicity vehicle. 1. Cesena, Masini fontain Fra le produzioni pregiate che hanno ottenuto il marchio di qualità europeo, oltre al già citato Olio extravergine di 2. Forlimpopoli, the Fortress 3. oliva Ravenna, di Brisighella Dante s Tomb Dop e delle Colline di Romagna Dop, ricordiamo anche le altre. 4. A Cesena, cominciare Biblioteca Malatestiana dalla Pesca e Nettarina di Romagna Igp (assaggiate queste pesche e sentirete subito la differenza!), 5. Ferrara, Castello Estense lo Scalogno di Romagna Igp, la Pera dell Emilia Romagna Igp, il tipico pane di Ferrara e dei lidi di Comacchio cioè la Coppia Ferrarese Igp. Anche la piadina di Rimini e la piadina di Romagna sono in attesa del marchio di qualità RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 51

26 Lidi di Comacchio Choice of holidays 2008 Operators and offers. Location by Location 53 Lidi di Comacchio 59 Bellaria Igea Marina 54 Ravenna Beaches 60 Rimini 55 Cervia 64 Riccione Campsite/Tourist Village**** Camping Bungalow Park Tahiti Village Viale Libia, Lido delle Nazioni (FE) Tel Fax Accommodation facilities: bungalows, maxi caravans, chalet. Where: Lido delle Nazioni. Specializing in: leisure time, sea, children, entertainment, nature, sport, fitness, wellness and spa holidays. Campsite/Tourist Village Camping Florenz Viale Alpi Centrali, Lido degli Scacchi (FE) Tel Fax Accommodation facilities: mobile homes, bungalows, caravans. Where: Lido degli Scacchi. Specializing in: nature and environment, seaside, families and children. Product Club Camping Mare e Pineta & Marina Village Viale Acacie, Lido di Spina (FE) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: campsite, mobil homes, apartments, bungalows. Where: Po Delta Park, Adriatic Coast. Specializing in: seaside, active holidays, families with children, plein air. Sea and nature Coast and Delta Park /24-05 & 31-08/ /mobil home / /mobil home. One week in mobile homes 2/4/6 people in a campsite in Lido di Spina with free bikes for guided excursions in the Po Delta Park. Product Club Delta Qualitur Club Lungomare Italia, Lido delle Nazioni (FE) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotel, campsites and tourist villages, holiday homes and apartments. Where: Lidi di Comacchio, Po Delta Park. Specializing in: seaside, families and children, nature, active holidays (cycling, horse-riding, beach sports), wine and gastronomy, cities of art, school groups and adults. S.r.l. Ferrara Turismi Via Baruffaldi, 14/ Ferrara (FE) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments, room rent, room & breakfast. Where: Ferrara, Comacchio, Parco Delta Po, Cento. Specializing in: families. Tour Operator Larus Viaggi Piazzetta Ugo Bassi, Comacchio (FE) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, campsites, apartments. Where: Lidi di Comacchio, Ravenna Beaches, Milano Marittima, Cervia, Cesenatico, Rimini. Specializing in: seaside, active holidays, nature. Campsite Spiaggia e Mare Strada Provinciale Ferrara Mare, Porto Garibaldi (FE) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: campsite. Where: Porto Garibaldi. Campsite/Tourist Village Spina Camping Village Via del Campeggio, Lido di Spina (FE) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: campsite, tourist village. Where: Lido di Spina. Specializing in: seaside, families and children, active holidays, nature, birdwatching, wellness, school groups. Verde Delta Strada del Mezzano, Ostellato (FE) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: holiday farms, hotels. Where: Ostellato. Specializing in: nature holidays, farm holidays and rural tourism in the Po Delta, gastronomy. Campsite Vigna sul Mar Via Capanno Garibaldi, Lido di Pomposa (FE) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: campsite. Where: Lido di Pomposa. 57 Cesenatico 65 Cattolica The individual operators are responsible for all information and prices indicated in this publication. 58 Gatteo - Savignano San Mauro Mare RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 53

27 Ravenna Beaches Cervia Cervia Campsites Campsite management Tourist Company Grand Tour Italia Camping Park Adriano Via dei Campeggi, Punta Marina Terme (RA) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: campsite-tourist village. Where: Punta Marina Terme. Incoming Travel Agency Guidarello Agenzia Viaggi Via di Roma, Ravenna Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments. Where: Ravenna, Emilia Romagna. Specializing in: seaside, families, nature, school groups, art, culture, entertainment. Mirabilandia Park 21/03-12/10. 3 days/2 nights in comfortable flats or 3*** hotel, 4 entrance tickets to the Park. Price: for 2 adults and 2 children up to 12 years old - surcharge for Easter and Bank Holidays. Product Club Ravenna Mare Parco Viale Italia, Marina Romea (RA) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, campsites, caravan area. Where: Marina Romea e Casalborsetti (Po Delta Park). Specializing in: seaside, families and children, active holidays, nature, art, culture. Società Gestione Campeggi s.r.l. Viale delle Nazioni, Marina di Ravenna (RA) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: : 4 campsites with bungalows on the beach. Where: Marina Romea, Marina di Ravenna, Milano Marittima-Cervia, Punta Marina Terme. Specializing in: families with children, seaside, nature. Marina Romea From 24/04 to 15/09 mobile homes from to Bicycle excursions to the Po Delta National Park, swimming pool for children. Reductions: 5.00 children up to 8 years old. Travel Agency Teodorico Holiday Via di Roma, Ravenna Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, B&B, apartments, villages. Where: Adriatic Coast of Emilia Romagna. Specializing in: seaside, art, spas, nature, gastronomy. Travel Agency Viaggi Generali Via De Gasperi, Ravenna Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, holiday apartments, tourist villages, campsites. Where: from Lido delle Nazioni to Cattolica, hinterland. Specializing in: seaside, spas, culture, entertainment, nature, wine and gastronomy. Family on holiday Romagna beaches - 01/05-30/09. 1 week in hotel*** near the seaside, accomodation in double room with full board (drinks included) and beach service (1 umbrella + 2 deckchairs). Price from 280,00 per person. Adriainn Hotels Viale Roma, 100 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, residence hotels. Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima, Lido di Savio. Specializing in: seaside, active holidays, families, spas, gastronomy. Adriasol Hotels Cervia Viale dei Mille, 71 Tel Fax [email protected] Skype: Adriasol Hotels Cervia Accommodation facilities: hotels, residence hotels, campsites with bungalows. Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima, Pinarella, Tagliata, Lido di Savio. Specializing in: seaside, families, active holidays, entertainment, groups, weekends. 35 Hotels available: 2 days at Mirabilandia Amusement Park & 2 nights in hotel from for person. Special Family at the sea 1 week full board from per adult, discounts and gadgets for children. Adriatic Coast & City Incoming Viale Mascagni, Milano Marittima (RA) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima. Specializing in: seaside, families and children, active holidays, spas, art, culture and entertainment. Barbieri Vacanze Viale Volturno, 27 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, holiday apartments. Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima, Terme, Pinarella, Tagliata. Specializing in: seaside, families and children, luxury apartments. A.T.I. Caitur - Coalce Tour Via Gervasi, 4 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: : hotels, apartments. Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima, Pinarella, Tagliata. Specializing in: nature, food and wine, active holidays, seaside, families and children, art and culture. Call Center Emilia Romagna Viale della Stazione, 38 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments. Where: from Lidi di Comacchio to Cattolica. Specializing in: tourist information and hotel bookings. Association Compagnia del Turismo Viale della Stazione, 38 Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima, Lido di Savio. Costa del Sole Hotels Lungomare G. Deledda, 130 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, hotel apartments. Where: Ravenna, Cervia, Cesenatico, Gatteo a Mare, Rimini, Riccione. Specializing in: seaside, mountains, spas. Product Club Emilia Romagna Golf c/o Cervia Turismo Viale della Stazione, 38 Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima, Rimini, Ferrara, Riolo Terme, Castel San Pietro Terme, Bologna. Specializing in: golf packages. Full Week package - Emilia Romagna Golf Circuit 01/01-23/12 Hotel***** from 795,00 Hotel**** superiore from 625,00 Hotel**** from 545,00 Hotel*** from 495,00 7 nights, B&B double room, 5 green fees on 18 hole Golf Courses. Reductions for children in room with 2 adults. Product Club Emilia Romagna Wine & Food Viale dei Mille, 98 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments, campsites. Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima, Ravenna Beaches, Cesenatico, Rimini, Lidi di Comacchio. Specializing in: gastronomic itineraries. Ias Tourist C. p Viale della Stazione, 7/a-9 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, other types of accommodation facilities. Where: Lido Adriano, Lido di Savio, Cervia, Milano Marittima, Ravenna, Rimini. Specializing in: seaside, nature, gastronomy, culture, active holidays, senior citizens, youths. Premier Hotels Via VII Traversa mare, Milano Marittima (RA) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels*****/****/***. Where: Milano Marittima and Lido di Classe. Specializing in: families, sport, wellness, golf, gastronomy, groups, conferences. With Premier Hotes you are on holidays with only a click on Association Prestivacanza Viale della Stazione, 38 Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 55

28 Cervia Cesenatico, Travel Agency Tour Operator Tour Operator, Travel Agency Product Club Romagna Vacanze by Co.Al.Ce Viale della Stazione, 38 Tel Fax Accommodation facilities: hotels, holiday apartments. Where: Ravenna, Ravenna Beaches, Milano Marittima, Cervia, Pinarella. Specializing in: families, senior citizens, active holidays, nature, school groups, gastronomy, spas. Select Hotels Viale II Giugno, Milano Marittima (RA) Tel Fax Accommodation facilities: hotels*****/****/***. Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima, Acquapartita, Bagno di Romagna. Specializing in: families, senior citizens, active holidays, wellness, conferences and events, golf. Seaside holidays light Cervia Milano Marittima. Promotional weeks: , , days FB in double room, beach facilities, entertainment. ***/****hotels from to per person. Offer valid for limited number of rooms and hotels- holiday periods excluded. Severi Hotels Viale Italia, Pinarella di Cervia (RA) Tel / Fax / [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, aparthotel residence, holiday apartments. Where: Pinarella di Cervia. Specializing in: seaside, excursions, art towns, tennis. Sol Nostrum Tourist Via Martiri Fantini, 86/A Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, holiday apartments, campsites, holiday homes. Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima, Igea Marina, Rimini, Cesenatico, Ravenna beaches. Specializing in: seaside. S.r.l. Sport Travel Via Circonvallazione Sacchetti, 59/G Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima. Specializing in: sport events. S.r.l. Sportur Promotion Via Caduti per la Libertà, 52/A Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima. Specializing in: active holiday, sport events. Tour Operator TravelMix SS Mirabilandia (RA) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, hotel apartments. Where: from Ravenna beaches to Rimini, hinterland. Specializing in: Mirabilandia offers + hotel. Union Hotels Via Pinarella, Pinarella di Cervia (RA) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, residence hotels, holiday apartments. Where: Pinarella di Cervia. Specializing in: seaside, families and children, groups, spas. Association Vela Cervia c/o Circolo Nautico - Via Leoncavallo, 9 Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Cervia, Milano Marittima. Specializing in: sailing. Vivi un battito d`ali c/o Giratlantide s.r.l. Via Bollana, 10 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, campsites. Where: Po Delta Park. Specializing in: nature, birdwatching, school groups. Arcadia Viaggi Viale Roma, Cesenatico (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, residence, holiday farm, B&B, campsites. Where: from Gabicce Mare to the Po Delta. Specializing in: seaside, families, spa, culture, wine & food holidays. Assohotels Via Negrelli, Cesenatico (FC) Tel / Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, hotel residences. Where: Cesenatico, Cervia, San Mauro Mare, Bagno di Romagna. Specializing in: seaside, kids, senior citizens, school groups, conferences, spas. Family Special 01/04 30/09. 3 pers (2 adults + 1 child up to 9 years old) 7 days FB + all inclusive. Family price (3 pers.) from: **hotels , *** hotels , **** hotels Campsites Camping & Natura Viale Roma, Cesenatico (FC) Tel./Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: villages and campsites. Where: Ravenna beaches, Cesenatico, Gatteo a Mare, Savignano Mare, Bellaria. Specializing in: holiday en plein air and bungalows between seaside and nature. Cesenatico Holidays Via Pascoli, 1/a Cesenatico (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, B&B, campsites, residence. Where: Cesenatico, Gatteo a Mare. Specializing in: seaside, families, sport, entertainment, gastronomy, schools groups. Cesenatico by bike Stayings from March to June and September, for weeks and weekends, created for bike and mountainbike lovers; guided bike tours and maps, indoor bicycle sheds, small repair workshop. From 340,00. Cesenatico Incoming Viale dei Mille, Cesenatico (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, campsites. Where: Cesenatico. Specializing in: seaside, cycling, gastronomy, plein air. Cesenatico Terra di Sport Viale Roma, Cesenatico (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Cesenatico. Specializing in: active holidays. Associazione Cesenatico Turismo Viale Roma, Cesenatico (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Ciclocesenatico Bike & Beach Club Hotels Viale Roma, Cesenatico (FC) Tel./Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, campsites. Where: Cesenatico. Specializing in: nature, seaside, active holidays, art, culture, entertainment. Product Club Club del Liscio Via Pascoli, 1/a Cesenatico (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, B&B, campsites, residence hotels. Where: Cesenatico, Gatteo a Mare. Specializing in: seaside, families, sport, entertainment, excursions, gastronomy, groups. Romagna Mia Discover traditions and folklore of Romagna. From 335,00. 7days FB, dancing evenings, dance lessons, excursions, entertainment, Mirabilandia, Atlantica. Mare & Sapori Via Negrelli, Cesenatico (FC) Tel / Fax [email protected] Where: Cesenatico, Gatteo a Mare, San Mauro Mare. Specializing in: seaside, gastronomy. Seaside & Flavours The first all inclusive package in Cesenatico that offers hotel, restaurant and beach service. October - May 2 days hotels BB + 2 dinners of fish per pers. May - September 2 days hotel BB + beach + 2 dinners of fish from 139,00. Accommodation facilities: hotels, residences, campsites. Where: Cesenatico, Gatteo a Mare. 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29 Cesenatico Gatteo a Mare Savignano a Mare Bellaria Igea Marina Travel Agency Onda Marina Via Negrelli, Cesenatico (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, residence hotels, apartments. Where: Cesenatico, Zadina, Valverde. Specializing in: families with children, beach services. Holiday 0-16 Come to Cesenatico with mom and dad for a week, in addition to the hotel and beach services, you will receive the Junior Card of entertainments. Come and discover it on Association Tipically Italian Via G. Pascoli, 1/A Cesenatico (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Cesenatico. Specializing in: events. Vacanza Attiva Piazza Comandini, Cesenatico (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: campsites, apartments, hotel residences, youth hostel. Where: Cesenatico, Gatteo a Mare, San Mauro Mare, Savignano Mare. Specializing in: sport, seaside, nature, families, youth, sport events. Romagna Hotel Vacanze Via Matteotti, Gatteo a Mare (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Cesenatico, Gatteo a Mare, San Mauro Mare, Bagno di Romagna. Specializing in: seaside, families, cycling, spas, entertainment, gastronomy. Sabrin Tourist Service Via Milano, Gatteo a Mare (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Gatteo a Mare, Cesenatico. Specializing in: seaside, families, theme parks, active holidays, senior citizens. Gatteo Mare Village One week all inclusive!! Full board with drinks at meals, beach facilities, entertainment day and night and mini-club. Hotel*** from 280,00. Tel [email protected] Campsite, Tourist Village Camping Rubicone**** Via Matrice Destra, Savignano Mare (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: mobilhome, bungalows, hotel-rooms. Where: Savignano Mare. Specializing in: seaside, nature, sport, families. Holiday & Relax for Families Directly by the sea, private beach. Free services: beach umbrella, swimming pool entrance and sports courses organized by our Animation Staff. San Mauro Mare Club Hotel San Mauro Mare c/o Ufficio Iat San Mauro Via della Repubblica San Mauro Mare (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: San Mauro Mare. Specializing in: seaside, art, culture, entertainment. Tourist Company Acquario Vacanze Viale Panzini, Bellaria Igea Marina (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments, residences, hotels. Where: Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: seaside, groups, congresses, relax. Holidays in freedom in Bellaria Weekly stay in apartments 4 beds from und 6 beds from Discounts and special prices for long stay. Week-end till 14/06 and from 30/08. Active Hotels Piazzale Gramsci, Bellaria Igea Marina (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: **/***/**** hotels. Where: Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: active holidays (all sports), singles and groups, sport events. Special for sport and wellness Hotels + sport facilities + wellness centre + assistance from (minimum stay 3 days). Free tennis, fitness centre, bikes. Product Club Bell Atavola Viale Panzini, Bellaria Igea Marina (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: wine and gastronomy holidays. The Season of Flavours Bellaria Igea Marina and hinterland. Enjoy flavours in your holiday all year round with the typical cuisine of our Region, tasting of regional products, visits to farms and wine cellars in the countryside. 3 nights HB in selected hotels***/**** from Special offers for the Eating Festival (May 2008). Congressi e Fiere Piazzale Gramsci, Bellaria Igea Marina (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: ***/****hotels. Where: Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: conference tourism. Special Exhibitions Special offers in our ***/**** hotels for all exhibitions organized in Rimini. Free shuttle bus service. Family & C. Piazzale Gramsci, Bellaria Igea Marina (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: **/***/****hotels. Where: Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: seaside, families and children. Bursting with fun in the Parks April, May, September. 3 days **/***hotels from , **** hotels from HB per person, double room. Free tennis, fitness, bikes, children free to all the parks. Children reductions. Campsite Happy Camping Via Panzini, Bellaria Igea Marina (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: campsites, bungalows, mobile homes, residence and hotels. Where: Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: families and children, private beach, swimming pool, tennis, entertainment, mini club, beach-volley, restaurant, pizzeria, bar, pets allowed. Holiday Grouping Via C. Pavese, Bellaria Igea Marina (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Services Society Polo Est Viale Panzini, Bellaria Igea Marina (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: seaside, events, entertainments. Wellness & Sport on the beach Bellaria Igea Marina. May - September 7 days dedicated to your wellness on the beach, selection of good *** hotels, fitness, water-gym, sport, dance, parasol/beach bed included: HB from Turismhotels Piazzale Gramsci, Bellaria Igea Marina (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: **/***/**** hotels. Where: Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: seaside, school groups, art, culture, entertainment, gastronomy, groups. Sea and culture April-October. **/*** hotel from for groups of nights HB in double room, welcome drink. 1 person free for groups of 25. Reductions for children. Opportunity to visit many cities of art.. Verdeblu Via Leonardo da Vinci, 8/ Bellaria Igea Marina (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: seaside, active holidays, events, cycling, routes, conferences. Mareterra Cycling Bellaria Igea Marina - 13th April By bike, to discover the hinterland of our region. 3 nights/hb, selected ***hotels for cyclists, entry fee, prize, assistance: from Accommodation facilities: hotels, campsite, hotel-residence. Where: Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: seaside, families and children, sport, gastronomy RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 59

30 Rimini Tour Operator Incoming Travel Agency Travel Agency Travel Agency Tour Operator, Travel Agency Adria Card Via Valentini, 11 Tel Fax Numero verde [email protected] Where: Rimini and province. Specializing in: pacchetti all inclusive, mare, parchi divertimento, famiglie e bambini, scolastico. Conference Service Company Adria Congrex Via Sassonia, 30 Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Rimini, Riccione. Specializing in: conference organisation. Adria Viserbella Hotels Via Palestrina, Viserbella di Rimini (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Rimini, Viserbella. Specializing in: families, children, all inclusive offers, seaside, theme parks, school groups, spas, gastronomy, conferences, nature, art, culture, entertainment, sport. Travel Agency, Tour Operator Adriatour Turom Viaggi Strada Consolare Rimini San Marino, 51- Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, holiday apartments, campsites, holiday farms. Where: from Lidi di Comacchio to Cattolica. Specializing in: seaside, families and children, nature holidays, wine and gastronomy, thermal spas, wellness, active holidays, art and culture, business, school groups. Ariminum Viaggi Via IV Novembre, 35 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, children s holiday homes, convent. Where: Adriatic Coast and the hinterlands. Specializing in: religious, social, spas, families, excursions. Association Artime Holiday Via Flaminia, 18 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments, camp sites, residences. Where: Rimini and surrounding area. Specializing in: school holidays, art, culture. Association Axis Convention Towns of Emilia Romagna Piazza Costituzione, 4/A Bologna Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Rimini, Bologna, Ferrara, Parma. Specializing in: conferences. Product Club Beach Games Via del Biancospino, 8/B Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Rimini. Specializing in: beach sports, entertainment. Compilation Viaggi Via A. Saffi, 10 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, holiday apartments in residences. Where: Rimini, Cattolica, Misano Adriatico, Riccione, Bellaria Igea Marina, Gatteo Mare, Cesenatico, Cervia Milano Marittima. Specializing in: seaside, families and children, spas, students, groups. Rimini and Adriatic Riviera, special promotion for advance booking For reservation of 30 days in advance, special discount of 10% for minimum 7 night in our hotels. Association Cultura in Movimento Via Flaminia, 18 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments, camp sites, residences. Where: province of Rimini. Specializing in: school and religious groups, art, culture. Special offers on the occasion of various events Rimini, August. The XXIX. edition of the Meeting Rimini 2008 with the title O protagonisti o nessuno. Tour Operator Firma Tour Operator Via Nuova Circonvallazione, 67 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments, residences. Where: Adriatic Coast. Specializing in: groups and singles, seaside, families and children, conferences, events, wellness, school groups, entertainment, wine and gastronomy. Holeq Viaggi Via Destra del Porto, 27 A/B Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: holiday apartments, hotels. Where: Adriatic Coast. Specializing in: seaside, families, nature, cycling tourism, sailing, beach sports, gastronomy, school groups, young people, social tourism. Society International Exhibition Service Via Flaminia, 18 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments, camp sites, residences. Where: province of Rimini. Specializing in: school and religious groups, art, culture. Special offers on the occasion of various events Rimini, Castel Sismondo 20 April-7 September. Art exhibition: Exempla. La rinascita dell antico nell arte italiana. Da Federico II ad Andrea Pisano. Product Club Kiklos Progetto Beach Via San Gregorio, 21 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: **/***/**** hotels. Where: Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: active holidays and organisation of beach sports tournaments. Tour Operator Malatesta Viaggi Via Macanno, 38/N Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Ferrara, Ravenna, Rimini, Riccione, Cattolica, Cesenatico, Cervia, Lidi Ferraresi. Specializing in: groups of adults, groups of students. Montanari Tour Via Settembrini, 2 Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Cattolica, Misano, Riccione, Bellaria- Igea Marina, San Mauro Mare, Gatteo a Mare, Cesenatico, Cervia-Milano Marittima, Ravenna Beaches, Lidi di Comacchio. Specializing in: seaside, spas, wellness, gastronomy, art and culture for senior citizen groups, sport events. Tour Operator P.A. Incentive Via Sassonia, 30 Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Rimini and province. Specializing in: events, entertainment, incoming groups, holidays offers for families and young people. Product Club P.A. Turiservice Via Sassonia, 30 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, residences. Where: Rimini, Riccione, Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: seaside, theme parks, families, entertainment, gastronomy, active holiday. Travel Agency Perla Verde di Perlaviaggi Via Nuova Circonvallazione, 67 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments, residence hotels. Where: Emilia Romagna. Specializing in: seaside, senior citizen holidays, families, active holidays, spas, art, culture, entertainment, gastronomy. Piccoli Alberghi di Qualità Via Beccadelli, 16 Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Rimini Riviera. Specializing in: nature, gastronomy, seaside, families and children, art, culture, entertainment, business. Family hotels, the tradition of Romagna, wellness and relax. Special offer all inclusive: from per person per day. Special offer for family (4 for 3), excursions in the inland. Cooperative Promozione Alberghiera Via Sassonia, 30 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, campsites, residences. Where: Rimini, Riccione, Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: seaside, events, theme parks, entertainment, gastronomy, school groups, groups. Association RDN Via Flaminia, Miramare di Rimini (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Rimini. Specializing in: all inclusive offers for young people, discos, pubs, theme parks, Blue Line bus, ect... Rimini Porto Piazzale Tosi, 4 Tel Fax Where: Rimini. Specializing in: events RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 61

31 Rimini Repubblica di San Marino Association Rimini Vela Association Sport & Sun Cooperative Turisminsieme Travel Agency, Tour Operator Falcontour Tour Operator San Marino Travel Tour Operator Via Flaminia, 82/A Tel Fax Where: Rimini and Adriatic coast. Specializing in: sailing, sport events. Product Club Riviera di Rimini Promotions Via Baldini, 14 Tel Fax Accommodation facilities: hotels, residences. Where: Cattolica, Misano, Riccione, Rimini, Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: flight+hotels offers, seaside, theme parks, families, business. Association Riviera di Rimini Sailing Team Via Flaminia, 82/A Tel Fax Where: Rimini and Adriatic coast. Specializing in: pleasure yachting, sailing courses, event organization. Romagna ospitale, terra di sapori, sensi e piaceri Via San Mamolo, Bologna Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Rimini. Specializing in: active holidays. Association To My Italy Via Sassonia, 30 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, campsite, residence-hotel. Where: Adriatic Coast. Specializing in: seaside, offers with low cost flights. Torre Pedrera Hotels Via San Salvador, 65/E Torre Pedrera (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, residences. Where: Torre Pedrera. Specializing in: seaside, families and children. Viale Tripoli, 193/E Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, residences. Where: Rimini, Riccione, Bellaria, Igea Marina, Milano Marittima. Specializing in: seaside, families, active holidays, spas, gastronomy, conferences, amusement parks. A lot of fun!!! 7 days - ALL INCLUSIVE (with 1 umbrella and 2 sunbeds on the beach.) in a family hotel of the Adriatic coast. 1 excursion in an amusement park. From per person. Reserve online Travel Agency Viaggi Urbinati Viale Vespucci, 127 Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Rimini. Specializing in: seaside, social tourism, wine and gastronomy, incentives. Travel Agency Welcome System Viale della Repubblica, 100/104 Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, residences. Where: Rimini, Riccione, Cattolica, Bellaria Igea Marina, Cesenatico, Milano Marittima. Specializing in: seaside. Via P. Bembo, 4/B Serravalle (RSM) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Riccione, Milano Marittima. Tour Operator Hot Wings Viaggi Piazza Marino Tini, Dogana (RSM) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments, hotel residences. Where: Adriatic coast of Emilia Romagna. Specializing in: seaside for families and young people. Tour Operator Prima Tour di Account s.a. Via C. Cantù, Dogana (RSM) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, holiday apartments. Where: Milano Marittima, Cesenatico, Bellaria, Rimini, Riccione, Cattolica. Specializing in: seaside, study holidays, senior citizens, holidays for sport enthusiasts. Via 3 Settembre, Rep. di San Marino (RSM) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, residences. Where: Cattolica, Misano Adriatico, Riccione, Rimini, Bellaria Igea Marina, San Mauro Mare, Gatteo a Mare, Cesenatico, Cervia Milano Marittima, Le Spiagge di Ravenna, Lido di Volano, San Marino. Via Nuova Circonvallazione, 67 Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Marina Romea, Milano Marittima, Cervia, Cesenatico, San Mauro Mare, Bellaria Igea Marina, Rimini, Riccione, Misano, Cattolica. Specializing in: seaside, gastronomy RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 63

32 Riccione Cattolica Cooperative Travel Agency Product Club, Product Club Adria Hotel Reservation Promhotels Riccione Riccione Family Hotels Spiagge & Co. Adriaeventi Cattolica-In Corso F.lli Cervi, 76/a Riccione (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Bellaria Igea Marina, Rimini, Riccione. Specializing in: tourist information and hotel. All Inclusive Hotels Via Macanno, 38/Q Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Rimini, Riccione, Cattolica, Cesenatico, Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: seaside all-inclusive holidays. Seaside holidays with the all-inclusive & fairprice formula! Stays at ***/**** hotels with various package opportunities. Choose your own package by entering the Internet website: Costa Hotels Viale Empoli, 31/A Riccione (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments, farm holidays. Where: Rimini, Riccione, Misano Adriatico, hinterland. Specializing in: seaside, theme parks, hinterland, wine and gastronomy, tradition, spas. Tour Operator Informazioni/Prenotazioni Italcamel Italian Hospitality Group Viale Dante, Riccione (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Corso F.lli Cervi, 76/A Riccione (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: from Cattolica to Cervia Milano Marittima. Specializing in: seaside, active holidays, meetings, conferences, culture, gastronomy. S.r.l. Relax case & vacanze Viale Dante, Riccione (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: residence hotels, privately-owned lodgings. Where: Rimini, Riccione, Portoverde, Cattolica. Specializzato: holiday apartments. Riccione Bike Hotels Via Macanno, 38/Q Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Riccione. Specializing in: activity holidays (cycling). S.r.l. Riccione Congressi Corso F.lli Cervi, 76/A Riccione (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Riccione. Specializing in: conferences, incentive and convention. Via Macanno, 38/Q Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Riccione Specializing in: seaside, families and children. Riccione Turismo Via Macanno, 38/Q Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, residences, campsites. Where: Riccione. Specializing in: lively holiday, beach, family, parks, wellness, wine-and-food, culture, meetings and conventions, night clubs, sport. Riviera Park Hotels Corso F.lli Cervi, 76/A Riccione (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Riccione, Rimini, Misano Adriatico, Cattolica. Specializing in: events, theme parks. Via Dante, Riccione (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, apartments, campsite. Where: Rimini, Riccione. Specializing in: hotels, apartments, campsite. Water Fun Hotels Via Parini, Riccione (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Riccione. Specializing in: holiday for the lovers of water sports and wellness! Via Emilia Romagna, Cattolica (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, residence hotels. Where: Cattolica, Gabicce, Misano Adriatico, Riccione, Rimini. Specializing in: seaside, active holidays, sports tournaments. Product Club Alberghi delle Donne Via Macanno, 38/Q Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Cattolica. Specializing in: nature, gastronomy, active holidays, seaside, families and children, culture, entertainment. Via Ferrara, Cattolica (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, B&B residence-hotels. Where: Bellaria Igea Marina. Specializing in: seaside, families, senior citizens, wellness, theme parks, all inclusive offers. Visits our website, and choose your offer, and entirety we will create one personal proposal for your holiday. Travel Agency Futuradria Viaggi Via Garibaldi, Cattolica (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Where: Rimini, Misano, Cattolica, Gabicce, Riccione. Specializing in: seaside, senior citizens, school groups and adults. Tour Operator Itermar T.O. Via Saludecese, Cattolica (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Accommodation facilities: hotels, residences, villages. Where: Romagna. Specializing in: seaside for singles, young people and families, trips and stays for senior citizens, adults, school groups. Accommodation facilities: hotels, appartamenti. Where: Costa Adriatica. Specializing in: mare, terme e benessere, enogastronomia, sport vari, arte e cultura, eventi, turismo scolastico, famiglia e bambini RIVIERA MAGAZINE RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 65

33 The holiday offers are available at: Or may be requested: Fax IAT Tourist Information Office open all year Unione Prodotto Costa Palazzo del Turismo Viale Roma, Cesenatico (FC) Tel Fax Photographs: Lino Bottaro, Christian Contin, Giampiero Corelli, Gianluca Liverani, Giorgio Martinini, Maurizio Montanari, Tonino Mosconi, Paritani, Alberto Roveri, Sammaritani, Gianpaolo Senni, Dino Scaravelli, Nazario Spadoni, A.L. Stanzani, Luigi Tazzari, Adriana Ugolini APT Servizi Assessorati al Turismo delle Province di Ferrara, Ravenna, Forlì-Cesena, Rimini - Assessorati al Turismo dei Comuni costieri Archivio Unione Costa Graphics: Studio Pleiadi - Cesena Copy-writers: Daniela Camboni Daniela De Blasio Adalberto Errani Fabio Grassi Walter Guagneli Alberto Sabatini Lorenzo Tazzari Editorial co-ordination: Luigi Barberini Walter Guagneli M.Vittoria Venturelli With the collaboration of: Daniela Aguzzoni, Silvia Giuliodori Translation: Language Service, Ravenna Printed in October 2007 La Pieve Poligrafica s.r.l. Villa Verucchio Special thanks to: APT Servizi Press Office, Public and private members of the Unione Costa and all those who have contributed to the production of the catalogue. Province of Ferrara Ferrara Castello Estense Ferrara Tel Fax [email protected] Comacchio Via Mazzini, Comacchio (FE) Tel Fax [email protected] Province of Ravenna Ravenna Via Salara, 8/ Ravenna Tel Fax [email protected] IAT Teodorico Via delle Industrie, Ravenna Tel [email protected] IAT Classe Via Romea Sud, Ravenna Tel [email protected] Cervia-Milano Marittima Viale Matteotti, 39/ Milano Marittima (RA) Tel Fax [email protected] Province of Forlì-Cesena Forlì Piazzetta XC Pacifici, Forlì Tel Fax [email protected] Cesena Piazza del Popolo, Cesena (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Cesenatico Viale Roma, Cesenatico (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] APT Servizi Piazzale Fellini, 3 - Tel Fax [email protected] Unione Prodotto Appennino e Verde c/o Provincia di Modena Servizio Turismo Viale J. Barozzi, Modena Tel Fax [email protected] Unione Prodotto Terme, Salute, Benessere c/o APT Servizi Via Aldo Moro, Bologna Tel Fax [email protected] Unione Prodotto delle Città d Arte, Cultura e Affari c/o APT Servizi Via Aldo Moro, Bologna Tel Fax [email protected] Gatteo a Mare Piazza della Libertà, Gatteo a Mare (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] San Mauro Mare Via della Repubblica, San Mauro Mare (FC) Tel Fax [email protected] Province of Rimini Rimini Marina Centro Piazzale F. Fellini, 3 - Tel Fax [email protected] Rimini FS Piazzale C. Battisti, 1 - Tel Tel. Fax [email protected] Bellaria Igea Marina Via L. da Vinci, Bellaria (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Riccione Piazzale Ceccarini, Riccione (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Misano Adriatico Viale dei Platani, Misano Adriatico (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] Cattolica Piazzale Roosevelt, Cattolica (RN) Tel Fax [email protected] RIVIERA MAGAZINE - 61