There are plenty of reasons to find a villa with pool in Emilia Romagna and to explore all that the region has to offer visitors – from enjoying the foodie favourites for which the region is famous to discovering stunning works of art to visiting Europe's oldest university to wandering exceptionally pretty towns – but a reason that many overlook is its incredible coastline. Although often forgotten in favour of some of Italy's other coastal destinations, Emilia Romagna is actually home to the Romagna Riviera, a 91km-long stretch of amazing beaches, incredible resorts, and exciting seaside towns. So, if you're a water baby or a great lover of the seaside, then be sure to consider a villa in Emilia Romagna when planning your next vacation in Italy.
The Romagna Riviera begins at the mouth of the Reno river in the north and stretches all the way to Gabicce Monte in the south, passing through the provinces of Ravenna, Forlì-Cesena, and Rimini along the way. It is a holiday destination well-known to those who live in towns and cities further inland in the region as it is, traditionally, where the citizens of Emilia Romagna flee during the hottest weeks of the year each summer to escape the sizzling of urban areas. As such, it has been a long beloved vacation spot of choice for generations and generations of locals. Full of elderly folks enjoying aerobics on the beach, kids' clubs, discos, families during the week, and young people at the weekends, the area is often seen by locals as sometimes a little embarrassing and somewhat tacky but their fondness for it cannot be denied all the same. It is very much a destination for those who don't mind crowds or noise, want to have lots to see and do – from water sports to dancing to visiting museums – and who are up for a bit of fun. Increasingly, international tourists, too, have come to discover the unique charms of the area. Boasting a large number of different resorts to choose from and to plan to visit on daytrips while you holiday in Emilia Romagna (why pick just one when you can see them all?), perfect facilities run like well-oiled machines from catering to so many generations of local visitors since the 19th and 20th centuries, a range of different kinds of activities and ways to enjoy your time on the coast, and an undeniably and unmistakably warm hospitality for which the Romagnoli are well-known, it is a perfect destination for those in search of fun and sun by the sea!
Rimini is considered the capital of the Romagna Riviera, is one of the most popular seaside resorts in all of Europe, and boasts a whopping 15km of stunning sandy beaches to choose from. With Roman origins, the city is completely steeped in history and culture and there are plenty of artistic and cultural gems, sights, and attractions to be discovered around town in addition to the charms that it boasts as a beach resort: from the ancient Arch of Augustus that dates back to 27BC to the city's truly stunning Duomo built by Renaissance master Alberti. With a charming historic centre to be wandered, the city also boasts endless bars and restaurants to visit, a city museum with some 1500 pieces to view, 230 different colourful bathing establishments to choose from along the strand, a wonderful modern spa, a museum dedicated to beloved Italian filmmaker Fellini who was so inspired by the dolce vita in this part of the world, an incredible Marina overlooking the sea, and sports clubs and venues offering everything from beach volleyball to Nordic walking on the beach, and more besides. Bringing together the rich history of the region and the most boisterous elements of the Romagna Riviera, Rimini really has it all!
The town of Cervia, meanwhile, is another popular seaside resort and town on the Romanga Riviera but is, perhaps, a better option for those looking for slightly more peace and quiet. With 10km of sandy beaches, Cervia has actually earned the environmental EMAS certification thanks to its green areas and excellently executed touristic development each year since 1998 and the Blue Flag award for the cleanliness of her beaches. There are still some 185 different bathing facilities to choose from and plenty of activities taking place in the area and attractions, however, so you will never be short of things to see or do or far from the famous fun of the region. Some of the major attractions in town include: the Salt Museum dedicated to the importance of salt mining historically to the town, lots of great places to eat, another wonderful and relaxing thermal spa to visit, mini-golf, an adventure park, and more.
Elegant Milano Marittima is a beloved resort town that is located north of Rimini on the Romagna Riviera. Boasting lots of fashionable boutiques, endless places to eat and drink, and plenty of trendy spots to party and to dance, it is another typical example of a fun seaside resort along the coast of Emilia Romagna. However, in addition to the things that you might have come to expect of the region, Milano Marittima is also an undeniable looker with some impressive natural surroundings and attractions in addition to the clean and lovely sandy beach. The town is framed by lush greenery and ancient pinewoods and in these you will find a range of different sporting centres and clubs, the Natural Park with its rich in fauna and flora typical of seaside pinewoods, and the CerviAvventura park with its five itineraries of suspended paths through the trees. Furthermore, Milano Marittima is home to the magical Butterfly House, an 800msq greenhouse that carefully reproduces a typical rainforest environment and that is home to thousands of butterflies and countless different species among them. This is a particularly picturesque spot to visit on the Romagna Riviera if you have found a villa in Emilia Romagna.
Elegant Milano Marittima is a beloved resort town that is located north of Rimini on the Romagna Riviera. Boasting lots of fashionable boutiques, endless places to eat and drink, and plenty of trendy spots to party and to dance, it is another typical example of a fun seaside resort along the coast of Emilia Romagna. However, in addition to the things that you might have come to expect of the region, Milano Marittima is also an undeniable looker with some impressive natural surroundings and attractions in addition to the clean and lovely sandy beach. The town is framed by lush greenery and ancient pinewoods and in these you will find a range of different sporting centres and clubs, the Natural Park with its rich in fauna and flora typical of seaside pinewoods, and the CerviAvventura park with its five itineraries of suspended paths through the trees. Furthermore, Milano Marittima is home to the magical Butterfly House, an 800msq greenhouse that carefully reproduces a typical rainforest environment and that is home to thousands of butterflies and countless different species among them. This is a particularly picturesque spot to visit on the Romagna Riviera if you have found a villa in Emilia Romagna.
Finally, while there are plenty of different towns and resorts to visit in the area, if you are exploring the Romagna Riviera, one more spot that we recommend planning a trip to is Riccione, another key party destination along the coast of Emilia Romagna. If you are looking for somewhere to dance and have a good time while on holiday in Emilia Romagna, this is it as it attracts the average club-goer and both Italian and International celebrities alike! Those who aren't night owls shouldn't worry as, during the day too, you will still find plenty to do in town with some 150 different bathing establishments to visit and on which to sun yourself, lots of different sports clubs offering various activities, live music throughout the day, and endless places to grab ice-cream, food, a drink, and coffee along the Viale Ceccarini.
So, if you have been thinking about your next holiday in Italy and you were trying to settle on a destination, why not consider a vacation rental in Emilia Romagna, from which you can enjoy both the wonderful and culturally-rich towns and cities and the delicious cuisine of the region inland, as well as all of the fun and sun of the Romagna Riviera? Why decide between one or the other when you can have it all with a vacation in this undeniably charming part of the world?
So, if you have been thinking about your next holiday in Italy and you were trying to settle on a destination, why not consider a vacation rental in Emilia Romagna, from which you can enjoy both the wonderful and culturally-rich towns and cities and the delicious cuisine of the region inland, as well as all of the fun and sun of the Romagna Riviera? Why decide between one or the other when you can have it all with a vacation in this undeniably charming part of the world?